The Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research (BC Chapter) is an incorporated, non-profit organization and regional affiliate of the SIETAR global network. SIETAR BC's primary purpose is to promote cooperative interactions and effective communication among peoples of diverse cultures, races and ethnic groups.

Join us online and share your experiences and thoughts on our blogs. Or, if you are able, join us in-person at one of our events where we highlight the application of knowledge and skills in an intercultural world. Bring your experiences, your awareness, your questions; but most of all, bring a willingness to contribute and make this a community for all.

News and Events

The following includes the latest news and events for SIETAR BC and other SIETAR affiliations. Visit our Facebook, LinkedIn or Events page for other events and listings.

Intercultural Development Inventory

On May 8, SIETAR BC welcomed more than 20 interculturalists to an information session about the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) on May 8, 2012. Four qualified IDI administrators, Heather Tobe, Karen Rolston, Mafalda Arias, and Zhenyi Li facilitated the session. Read more about the event.

SIETAR-USA: Call for Proposals

SIETAR-USA is now accepting session proposals for their 2012 Conference in Minneapolis, MN from Oct. 17-20. This year's theme is "Navigating Complexity in an Intercultural World" and the special program tracks are Education and Business. The CFP deadline is May 15. Learn more.

Young SIETAR: Annual Congress

Young SIETAR is bringing the thirteenth edition of its Annual Congress to Belfast from September 6-9. Learn more.