Upcoming Events:

FLORIDA CHAPTER

POA Florida Chapter Quarterly Chapter & Town Hall Meeting Announcement
Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM (EDT)
To Register: https://mdc-edu.zoom.us/j/82133292963

A Conversation with Dr. Sue Mahan on Restorative Justice & Women’s Empowerment

Featuring Topics:

• A look at restorative practices in Colombia
• Women-centered community justice; example of cross-cultural leadership & healing

More Information here:

📣 All members, partners, and friends are welcome to attend. Join us for an hour of insight, celebration, and renewed purpose in our shared work for a better world.


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Prior Events:

Tuesday, May 27, 2025: We are honored to spotlight John Schoch, a long-time member of Florida Partners of the Americas and former Peace Corps volunteer whose many decades of dedication to public service and community development exemplify the enduring impact of a life rooted in service.
John will share personal stories from his volunteer work in Colombia, his professional journey as a municipal planner and Community Development Director, and his continued service through civic organizations like the Florida/Colombia Partners, Sunset Civitan Club, and Friends of Colombia. He brings a rich perspective on international collaboration, grassroots development, and lifelong civic commitment. John will share how, through collaboration and connecting, volunteers were able to connect and continue the cycle of giving back to communities.

Every Saturday at 6:00 p.m. ET
Host(s): São Paulo Chapter and PartnersCampus Goiânia Student Chapter
Language: Various

The Partners Music Festival is a live music festival of artists from across the Americas. Follow and participate in the live Partners Music Festival on Instagram: poa_festival

Every Friday at 11:00 a.m. ET
Host(s): Red Internacional de Estudiantes por la Paz (Red EsPaz) Affiliate Chapter
Language: Spanish

Affiliate Chapter Red EsPaz hosts free virtual discussions on a variety of topics for those interested in talking about promoting peace culture at the international level. Follow Red EsPaz on Facebook for up-to-date information about upcoming talks and to receive the link to join through Zoom.

February 20, 2016– John Schoch meeting with Bogota Partners Juan Camilo, Nury Penagos, and friends.
February 20, 2016–HipHoppers Colombianos Cambiango el Mundo
Juan Camillo meeting in  with John and MariLu Schoch in Colombia  to discuss chapter initiatives.
Bogota Chapter members Nury Penagos and Manuel Pena meeting with FPOA John Schoch to discuss chapter projects.