Institute for Intercultural Communication
Understanding the world, one conversation at a time.
About the Institute for Intercultural Communication
The mission of the Institute for Intercultural Communication (IIC) at the University of Louisville is to promote the study and practice of effective communication across cultural contexts and social groups by honoring varied identities and embracing cultural humility. All of our programs, outreach and collaboration are funded by gifts. Please consider donating today!
Why Intercultural Communication?
Intercultural communication Is the process by which individuals from different cultures endeavor to create mutual meaning with one another.
Intercultural communication focuses on breaking down stereotypes, identifying personal biases, recognizing norms and seeing others as equal in their humanity.
Intercultural communication is a broad and multifaceted concept.
Intercultural communication includes shared meaning making between races, nations, ethnicities, geographic regions, organizations, generations neurotypes and more.
What we do
Share Scholarship
We foster a deeper study of intercultural communication through unique events. Join us for our International Film Series, engaging talks from global guest speakers, and stimulating Intercultural Communication conferences.
Engage Community
Our community outreach includes annual awards for top intercultural communicators and collaboration with local groups needing communication expertise.
Conduct Research
We collaborate with researchers to advance science by providing intercultural communication expertise, technical help, and key cultural insights for research protocols, grant proposals, and overall knowledge development.
Meet the team
Engage With Us
Support our mission to foster global understanding. Contact us with questions or to explore partnership opportunities.