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Welcome

Every year, the world is becoming more interconnected. At InterConnections 21, we think of ourselves as a bridge between the "local" and the "global," between different generations, and between hometown schools and the halls of the United Nations. We create programs to help students, teachers, and community members learn about urgent issues facing the world in the 21st century and how to take action. That's why we call ourselves InterConnections 21, or IC21 for short.

IC 21's work focuses on three primary pillars: Teton County Model United Nations, our "Global Speaker Series," and community engagement events. We demonstrate our mission in the work we do within these three programs areas.


Upcoming Events & Latest News

Public Keynote Conversation: Amb. Ed Gabriel and Prof. Eric Nigh

6:00 pm on Nov. 13 at the JH Center for the Arts Teton County...

TCMUN Registration Opens

Registration for the 17th annual Teton County Model United Nations conference is now open!...

TCMUN 2022 Leadership Position Applications Now Open

TCMUN 2022 student leadership position applications are now open. The TCMUN Secretariat, Committee Chairs,...

Free Public Keynote: Kristjan Archer with Gallup

12:00 pm MST on Monday, Nov. 15 You can check out a recording of...

“IC 21 provides students unparalleled opportunities to gain insight into themselves in an interconnected world. How do events on the other side of the world affect their lives, and how do domestic events affect the lives of people around the world? The poise, knowledge and nuanced understanding gained through the IC 21 experience will last a lifetime.”

Alexandra Fuller Parent of IC 21 student participant; acclaimed author of Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight and Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness

“IC21 gave me the important gift of learning how to better understand the world in which we live while developing my leadership, public speaking, and writing skills. Through participating in Model United Nations with IC21, I learned to listen with curiosity, to stay open-minded and humble, and to sift through the evidence as presented. I have learned that the nations and people of our world resist easy explanation and that an engagement in my local community translates to the ability to begin a exploration of a world beyond Jackson, Wyoming, the States and my own culture.

Sarah Ross Secretary-General Teton County Model UN ’10; Jackson Hole High School ’11

“I was fortunate enough to experience firsthand the remarkable impact of InterConnections 21 programs. My work with Model UN as well as the Student Conference on Human Rights not only broadened my world view and caused me to genuinely exist as global citizen, but it sparked an interest in international causes that continues to influence my personal, academic and professional life years after my high school career ended.”

Jordan Schreiber JH Center for the Arts Development Coordinator; Jackson Hole High School ’08

“Whether it’s the increasingly global economy we all rely on, the environment we all share, or the security issues we all face, the world impinges on us and obliges us to learn. IC 21 has done truly amazing work with our high school students and with our entire community to bring home…critical global issues that are coloring everyone’s future but which don’t always hit us every day here in Wyoming.”

Dr. Barbara Herz Jackson Hole community member; former World Bank economist and co-author of What Works in Girls’ Education

“Without a doubt, IC21 is largely responsible for my decision to volunteer abroad with international NGO’s after high school and then continue on to pursue a globally focused education in college. They do an excellent job of helping students develop an awareness and interest in the wider world not only outside of Jackson, but outside of the U.S, that will follow them into their adult years.”

Jessica Moore Jackson Hole High School ’12

“My experiences with IC 21 played a critical role in my academic and professional success. My life is richer because of IC 21, and I will always be grateful for that.”

Harrison Tome Wells Fargo, San Francisco, CA; Jackson Hole High School ’06

“We are always excited to attend Teton County Model UN – the learning experience is second to none, and the atmosphere in the committees is energizing.”

Joel Zellers Teacher and MUN advisor at Wood River High School

“IC21 taught me how to lead, delegate, and build group consensus. The opportunities IC21 provided me will be vital to my success in pursuit of a career in international public service. I couldn’t imagine where I would be without this organization supporting me.”

Aaron Trauner 2017 TCMUN Secretary General; pursuing BA in Economics with minor in Middle Eastern Studies at Dartmouth University

“I would not be in the same place as a college student today without InterConnections 21 and all the opportunities they provided to my peers and me. When I now visit the United Nations in New York or work with nonprofits there, I am better suited to participate in discussions and provide valuable insight to nonprofits because of IC21 and the opportunities that were provided to the community of Jackson. InterConnection 21 is a vital organization within Jackson and I strive to keep their mission in the forefront of my mind each day; to attempt to become a ‘bridge between the ‘local’ and the ‘global.’ IC21 pushed me to take action when I was in Jackson and now in my new life outside of Wyoming.”

Bella Wood Former IC21 intern; Global Arts Corp Director of Youth Engagement and Development

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