Gulf Coast Diplomacy is a non-partisan, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to create and encourage collaboration between like-minded community stakeholders who value sharing the Gulf Coast with the rest of the world. Our mission is to facilitate professional and personal interaction for international leaders during official visits to the central Gulf Coast; to enhance respect and communication through international exchanges and alliances; to forge cultural, educational, and business relationships with the global community through citizen diplomacy; to promote greater understanding of global affairs in our community through a balance of public events, educational activities, and the International Visitor Leadership Program; and to promote our region as an important center of commerce, culture, and tourism.