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Families in Global Transition is a community of globally mobile individuals, families and those who support them. Our goal is to provide everyone who is on the move with the tools they need to thrive by creating opportunities for personal, professional and academic connection.

2026 FIGT Virtual Forum - RFPs Sought


Talking Across Divides: Communicating Through Differences

FIGT is thrilled to share information about its April 2026 Virtual Forum:  Talking Across Divides:  Communicating Through Differences!   The biennial event brings together thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, and community members to explore critical issues impacting globally mobile families and professionals.  The 2026 Forum will center on bridging divides and communicating through the many divisions in today's world, which we - as globally mobile families and individuals - are regularly travelling across, through or confronted about. 

If you wish to play an important role in this impactful event, please consider submitting a proposal (RFP) to present your work as it relates to the 2026 Forum theme.  

Applications are due 31 October 2025 and must be submitted using the Typeform found HERE.

 Please direct questions about the event and the submission of RFPs to forum@figt.org

FIGT Board Transition UPDATE:  


Dear Members,

Last week, FIGT officially welcomed three new members to its board.  We're excited to share with you their biographies and soon their visions for FIGT's future.  Stay tuned for updates in the coming weeks and months!     

Flor Garcia - President

Patrick Kadian - Membership Director 

Yoshi Hashimoto - Community Engagement Director

Their biographies may be found HERE.

We look forward to the positive impact these individuals will bring to our organization and the continued growth and success of FIGT. 

FIGT Board nominations UPDATE: 

FIGT MEMBERS VOTE ON 2025-2027 Slate of Nominees 


Dear Members,

We are thrilled to announce the results of the annual nominations process, which began in May of this year. We sought to fill three positions on the FIGT board:  President, Membership Director, and a new role, Community Engagement Director.  We received applications from a number of highly qualified and experienced candidates, making the selection process both challenging and exciting.

We hereby present the following slate of nominees, which has been approved by the Board of Directors to fill the vacant positions on the FIGT Board:

Flor Garcia - President

Patrick Kadian - Membership Director 

Yoshi Hashimoto - Community Engagement Director

Their biographies may be found HERE.

Voting members of FIGT (current members in good standing) have until August 1, 2025 to vote on the slate of nominees.  Please check your email for the nominations email and link to the ballot.  Contact admin@figt.org with any questions.  Happy voting!  

We look forward to the positive impact these individuals will bring to our organization and the continued growth and success of FIGT. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in our shared mission.

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