Congress NewsWednesday, Nov. 6, 2013

Today’s Theme: MOTIVATE

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Motivate is empowerment. Motivate is passion. Empowerment for young people. Passion for stronger communities. Motivate to transform the world.

Motivation propelled toward the creation of positive change. Motivate active citizens to step up to the challenge.

Today’s theme is motivate. What does motivate mean to you? Today’s World Congress events, forums and seminars will answer this question and more as Congress delegates share best practices and learn more about motivation from expert guest speakers. JCI Programs, like Speaking and Debating motivate members to discuss sustainable solutions. JCI Twinning shows the motivation shared by young active citizens to embrace cultural diversity. This afternoon, attend the Anti-Corruption Forum to motivate your community to combat corruption across all sectors. And don’t miss the JCI Strategic Planning Forum to learn more about the future of JCI, motivating you to take action for a better tomorrow. Use each activity and experience today to think more about how JCI will create an

environment in which people are motivated to create positive change.

JCI World Congress Motivates Delegates to Take Action

wake up!With the debut of the vibrant Rhythm of Rio daily video and an inspiring guest speaker, Rose of Sharon Foundation Founder Folorunsho Alakija, the first JCI Morning Show energizes delegates to start their day in the very best way. Don’t forget to join us at the next JCI Morning Show!

Share all of your most memorable experiences on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Motivate JCI members to keep creating impact everyday.

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Escorted by vibrant samba dancers, delegates dance their way to the Welcome Party immediately following Opening Ceremony in the foyer of Citibank Hall. Complete with a rocking DJ and delicious Brazilian drinks and appetizers, members share their passion and excitement for an impactful week ahead in Rio de Janeiro.

Led by 2013 JCI Executive Vice President Rania Haddad, 2014 JCI Vice President Candidates discuss their plans for the future and how they will inspire JCI members and friends to achieve sustainable impact.

Harness the motivation inspired by today’s dynamic program to create sustainable positive change.

10:00 11:00 JCI Morning Show Louvre I-IV Windsor Barra Hotel11:15 13:15 2014 Executive Vice Presidents and President

Candidates Presentation and CaucusLouvre I-IV Windsor Barra Hotel

11:30 13:00 JCI and Nothing But Nets: A World Without Malaria Alvorada II Windsor Barra Hotel

14:30 15:30 JCI World Public Speaking Championship Itamaraty Windsor Barra Hotel

14:30 17:30 JCI World Debating Championship (French) Queluz II-III Windsor Barra Hotel

14:30 17:30 JCI World Debating Championship (English) Alvorada I Windsor Barra Hotel

14:30 17:30 JCI World Debating Championship (Spanish) Alvorada II Windsor Barra Hotel

14:30 16:00 Anti-Corruption Forum: How Corruption Affects You Louvre I-IV Windsor Barra Hotel

16:00 17:30 Twinning Ceremony Itamaraty Windsor Barra Hotel

16:00 17:30 JCI Strategic Planning Forum Louvre I-IV Windsor Barra Hotel

21:00 2:00 Global Village Barra Music

JCI National Presidents and Board of Directors conduct the first official business of the JCI World Congress with General Assembly I, listening to committee reports, a special message from Director of the ICC-WCF Anthony Parkes and the presentation of the 2014-2018 JCI Strategic Plan.

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