A Conversation About Global Connections, Community Impact, and Denver's Future While many of Denver Sister Cities International's activities are visible through cultural festivals, exchange programs, delegations, and community events, some of the organization's most important work takes place behind the scenes through ongoing engagement...
Hello there, We are pleased to invite current members of Denver Sister Cities International to participate in a new daytime workshop designed to help our committees strengthen how we communicate,...
This week, Denver Sister Cities International welcomed an official delegation from Mongolia’s Dundgovi Province and the city of Mandalgovi for a day of civic dialogue, cultural exchange, and community engagement in Colorado. Led in part by longtime Mongolia advocate and Honorary Consul Jim Wagenlander, the visit focused on thoughtful...
The 4th Morin Khuur Festival in the USA Brings Music, Diplomacy, and Cultural Celebration to the Newman Center This weekend, Denver became the center of Mongolian cultural celebration in North America as musicians, scholars, artists, diplomats, students, and community leaders gathered at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts at...
Each spring, the city of Takayama comes alive during the renowned Spring Takayama Festival (Sanno Matsuri), one of Japan’s most celebrated traditional festivals. Held annually in April around the historic Hie Shrine, the festival features elaborately crafted yatai festival floats, traditional music, lantern processions, and centuries-old cultural performances that...
Behind every sister city relationship is a dedicated group of volunteers working to keep that international connection active, relevant, and meaningful over time. While every committee develops its own rhythm, strong committees often: * maintain ongoing communication with their partner city * organize cultural, educational, and public programs * support student, professional, and...
Selam Gebrekidan, from Boston and founder of the Aksum Marathon nonprofit, spoke to the DSCI Axum Committee in March 2025 about supporting an annual run and marathon in Axum. In memory of her brother, who died during the conflict, Selam sought ways to engage the youth of Axum, including organizing...
Dear Friends - Both personally and on behalf of the Ulaanbaatar Denver Sister Cities Committee and Denver Sister Cities International, I want to thank all of you for joining us for our April 1st gathering celebrating Mongolia, our long relationship with Nomadic Expeditions, and the many years of exchanges between...
