GlobalAustin is proud to announce they have a new Executive Director effective Nov. 1, 2020. Fulori Kirikiti comes to GlobalAustin with a solid resume and more than two decades of volunteer service to her credit. Fulori will lead the organization forward as it pursues its mission to be the premier citizen diplomacy organization in Texas.
Kirikiti graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002 with a degree in government and history. She also holds a Certificate of Nonprofit Management from the University of Texas. Her education and training align her very well with GlobalAustin's long-standing mission and vision.
In addition to her education, Fulori has more than 20 years of professional experience developing and leading programs for a variety of audiences. She has taught leadership skills to more than 900 young people in central and north Texas. Kirikiti brings additional experience in advisory and board roles to GlobalAustin.
"We believe Fulori is a perfect fit for GlobalAustin," said President Aditi Joshi. "Our organization has a six-decade history of establishing global relationships and promoting diplomacy. With her extensive experience and background, Fulori was an obvious choice for our board of directors and we look forward to her leadership and our accomplishments together."
About GlobalAustin
GlobalAustin is a citizen diplomacy organization originally established to facilitate a smoother transition for students coming to Austin from other countries. In the decades since its founding, GlobalAustin has served untold numbers of students as well as the local community. Their mission has expanded to include promoting cross-cultural exchanges between Austin residents and their global counterparts around the world. GlobalAustin fulfills its mission through a variety of international events and activities including discussion groups, themed events, speaker presentations, and film screenings.
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