Congressional Office for International Leadership
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Congressional Office for International Leadership (COIL) is an independent agency of the U.S. Congress that focuses on promoting international leadership and diplomacy. It administers the Open World program, which facilitates professional exchanges aimed at strengthening mutual understanding and best practice sharing between U.S. and international leaders in various fields.
Mission
The mission of the Congressional Office for International Leadership (COIL) is to inspire Congressional and citizen diplomacy with global civic and political leaders. Through the Open World program, COIL connects delegates with U.S. communities to exchange best practices and strengthen mutual understanding, emphasizing authentic communication and cultural immersion.[1]
Parent organization
COIL does not have a parent organization as it operates as an independent agency under the U.S. Congress.[1]
Legislation
The Congressional Office for International Leadership was established under [Public Law No. 117-103](https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/2471/text).[2]
Partners
There are no specific partnerships listed for COIL as an organization; however, it collaborates with various U.S. communities and organizations during the implementation of the Open World program.[1]
Number of employees
The number of employees for COIL is not publicly detailed in the available sources.[1]
Organization structure
- Program Division is responsible for managing the Open World program, coordinating exchanges, and engaging with Congress.
- Congressional Relations focuses on liaison activities between COIL and Congress.
- Administrative Division handles the internal operations, including finance and HR.[1]
List of programs
- Open World Program - https://www.openworld.gov/what-we-do[3]
Last total enacted budget
Information on the last total enacted budget for COIL is not detailed in the available sources.[1]
Leader
The leader of COIL holds the position of Executive Director.[1]
Staff
The specific number of staff members employed by COIL is not publicly available.[1]
Funding
COIL's funding typically comes from Congressional appropriations, but detailed historical funding data is not readily accessible.[2]
Services provided
COIL primarily provides services through the Open World program, which includes professional development, cultural exchange, and leadership training for international delegates. These services aim to foster diplomatic relations and understanding.[1]
Regulations overseen
As an independent agency focused on cultural exchange and leadership development, COIL does not oversee federal regulations but operates under the laws governing U.S. federal agencies.[1]
Headquarters address
101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20540, USA
History
The Congressional Office for International Leadership was originally known as the Open World Leadership Center, established in 1999 to facilitate exchanges primarily with Russia. In 2022, it was renamed to better reflect its broader mission of international leadership development and its service to Congress. This rebranding was enacted under Public Law No. 117-103. COIL has since expanded its outreach to include other countries in the post-Soviet region and beyond.[2][1]
External links
- Official Website
- wikipedia:Congressional Office for International Leadership
- Additional Resource
- Another Resource
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 Congressional Office for International Leadership. "About Us". Open World, https://www.openworld.gov/about (accessed January 17, 2025).
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 U.S. Congress. "H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022". Congress.gov, https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/2471/text (accessed January 17, 2025).
- ↑ Congressional Office for International Leadership. "What We Do". Open World, https://www.openworld.gov/what-we-do (accessed January 17, 2025).