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January 5, 2011
2011 Brings a New Chapter in Oklahoma City
People to People International Announces Formation of New Community Chapter
Kansas City, MO USA - People to People International (PTPI) is proud to announce the newest addition to its expanding community chapter network.
PTPI’s Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Chapter was chartered on January 5, 2011. Mark “Joe” Stansberry will serve as chapter president and Don Drew will serve as vice president.
PTPI Community Chapters are community-based volunteer organizations which work to increase international understanding and education on a local level. Chapters participate in a wide variety of humanitarian and educational initiatives. Examples of PTPI chapter activities include: hosting international visitors, sponsoring internationally-themed community events and supporting humanitarian programs such as PTPI’s Global Landmine Initiative. The end result is a group of community leaders that have increased global awareness and that also work to make a positive difference in the world.
There are currently more than 300 PTPI chapters worldwide with thousands of members committed to creating Peace through Understanding. PTPI always welcomes new members to its chapter network! If you would like to learn more about the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Chapter or how to establish a chapter in your community, please contact Cindy Baugh at +1.816.531.4701 or by e-mail at chapters@ptpi.org.
People to People International (PTPI), with World Headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri USA, was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on September 11, 1956 to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of different countries and diverse cultures. Today, as a NGO with a U.S., not-for-profit [501(c)(3)] tax rating, PTPI has a presence in 135 countries with more than 80,000 families and individuals actively participating in People to People International programs. Please visit www.ptpi.org for more information.
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