The IRCJ will host visitors from Poland, the Slovak Republic and Sweden coming to Jacksonville to learn about local public relations, economic development, entrepreneurship and health care administration programs. At the same time, our volunteers are learning about other countries. The IRCJ is run by one part-time staff member and more than 90 volunteers. Members greet visitors at the Jacksonville International Airport, arrange appointments and, time permitting, introduce them to Jacksonville's recreational offerings. McGinley took a Pakistani visitor to a local barefoot waterskiing competition after learning of his interest in the sport.
Visitors also enjoy dinners in local homes.
The IRCJ's efforts pay off for Jacksonville in its exposure to not only international visitors, but to Washington D.C. officials who initially set up the visits. Efforts have paid off in improved foreign trade relations and financial grants benefiting Jacksonville's juvenile justice system and ecotourism programs. The 2001 Nobel Peace Prize winners will be announced by the Norwegian Nobel Committee in December. Earliest info on new businesses, homeowners Sales Prospecting Center Real info, real opportunities. Hire Jacksonville Fill an opening, find a job Internet Directory Local businesses on the web Merchant Services Start accepting credit cards online.