SIETAR USA Webinar Series
Dedicated to providing continuing professional education opportunities, the Webinar Series from SIETAR USA features leading practitioners working in key areas of intercultural and DEIB theory and practice.The depth and diversity of the webinars is designed to grow your knowledge base and to provide a positive impact on your work in the ever-evolving professional landscape. The Webinar Series is just one example of SIETAR USA’s commitment to support transformational growth and intercultural understanding through professional interchange with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. Your participation and feedback are welcome and appreciated. |
UPCOMING WEBINARS
Zooming in on Intercultural Interactions: Theory and Practice of the TOPOI Model
Your Presenter: Arjan Verdooren
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 @ 11:30 AM EDT
The TOPOI model is an interaction-focused approach to intercultural communication grounded in a dynamic view of culture and identity and the principle that cultures don’t meet—people do. TOPOI identifies five areas where misunderstanding or tension may arise:Tongue (verbal and non-verbal language), Order (views and logic), Persons (identity and relationships), Organization (societal and organizational context), and Intentions (motives and needs). In this webinar, we will explore the TOPOI philosophy, apply it as a lens to real case scenarios, and introduce TOPOI GPT, our new AI tool powered by the TOPOI model.
Registration = FREE for current SIETAR USA Members in good standing
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Registration = $25 for Non Members
About Your Presenter:
Arjan Verdooren
Arjan is is an associate of KIT Institute (Amsterdam) and has lectured in Communication programs at several universities including the University of Gothenburg and HTW Berlin. He is the co-author (with Edwin Hoffman) of 'Diversity Competence- Cultures Don't Meet People Do' and co-founder of the TOPOI Center for Inclusive Communication.
Being Content with Your Social Media Content: Managing an Online Presence
Your Presenter: Allison Iurato
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 11:30 AM EDT
This interactive session helps intercultural and DEIB professionals create and manage a meaningful, ethical and inclusive social media presence. Participants will define their digital voice, develop strategies for content and engagement and explore how to navigate authenticity, visibility, backlash and digital self-care. The session blends reflection, strategy-building and peer learning to support long-term impact and tools to grow. We welcome all users- from those who have never used social media, seasoned users and everyone in-between!Registration = FREE for current SIETAR USA Members in good standing
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Registration = $25 for Non Members
About Your Presenter:
Allison Iurato: Allison Iurato is an intercultural communication educator, content creator and project manager with over eleven years of experience in stakeholder engagement, key account management, workshop facilitation and public outreach across various corporate sectors. She leads inclusive initiatives that drive cultural change, customer satisfaction and organizational impact. You can check out her Linktree to learn more about her services, download intercultural training wo
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