Global Rising 2026-27 Application

Global Rising 2026-27 Application

Due May 31, 2026
Global Rising Application

Global Cleveland is offering a 9-month program for international newcomers. This program will provide you the opportunity to network with other international newcomers and to meet with, as a group, various leaders in our community once a month. The goal of the Global Rising Program is to prepare our region's foreign-born residents with the skills, knowledge, and tools required to grow and thrive in our community. Global Cleveland is committed to inclusive economic growth through immigrant integration. Please fill out the application if you wish to be considered for this year's 2026-2027 class. The application deadline is May 31, 2026.
Please note in order to be eligible for this program you must fit the following criteria:

• Foreign-born • Residing in Northeast Ohio for at least 6 months • Graduate students or working professionals or jobseekers • Must commit 3-5 hours a month
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email*
example@example.com
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Birth Country*
Age*
Languages Spoken (Specify)*
English Level*

BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedNative Speaker
Highest Level of Education Completed*

NoneElementary SchoolHigh SchoolSome CollegeBachelor's DegreeMasters DegreeDoctorate/PHD
Date Moved to Northeast Ohio*

MonthDayYear
Date
Where did you move from? And why did you decide to move to Northeast Ohio? Please write at least 3-5 sentences.*
Are you authorized to work in the U.S.?*

YesNo
Employment Status*

Employed Part TimeEmployed Full TimeSelf-EmployedUnemployed
Employment Salary*

Less than $20,000 per year$20,000 - $30,000 per year$31,000 - $40,000 per year$41,000 - $50,000 per year$51,000 per year or moreNot applicable
Employer name (answer N/A if none)*
Current university/college name (answer N/A if none)*
What are your goals for the next 2-5 years?*
What would you like to achieve through this program?*

Find a jobIncrease knowledge and skillsNetworking opportunitiesCareer adviceProfessional developmentLearn more about ClevelandDevelop leadership skillsOther
What are your professional interests (select any 5)?*

Business/FinanceEntrepreneurshipMedical/HealthMarketing, Media, Advertisement, and SalesPoliticsLawCommunity and Economic DevelopmentGovernmentOther
What are the topics you'd like to learn (select any 4)?*

Public SpeakingNetworkingResume/Cover Letter/Mock InterviewsCultural CompetencyInteractive team buildingCommunication SkillsFinancial Information (Retirement plans, Tax, Investment)Immigration informationOther
Please describe your ideal mentor.*
What are some topics you'd like to discuss with a mentor?*
What are your goals for this program? How would you like your mentor to guide you? *
Do you have any questions about the program?*
How did you hear about this program?*

Global Cleveland's websiteGlobal Cleveland email/newsletterSocial mediaFlyerFriend, relative, or colleagueTeacher/professorEducational institutionGlobal Rising AlumnusOther
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Global Rising 2026-27 Application

Global Rising Application

Please note in order to be eligible for this program you must fit the following criteria: