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What's New At IPM?

Did you know that we're on Youtube? Our contributors have been hard at work sharing educational content, messages from out Project Partners, and monthly Virtual Forums. Visit us at IPMConnect!

If you missed the most recent letter from the desk of IPM's CEO Joseph Cistone, we have your digital copy here. Joe reflects on the past year and the myriad ways IPM's donors and friends have made a tangible difference in the lives of our Project Partners. Please consider joining them in a contribution at any level: here's how.

We've published a Special Edition Connections newsletter which you can read here! The October 2021 Issue (Vol. XXIX - No.1) features highlights from IPM's response to Covid-19, our 2020 Annual Report, and more.

#IPMResponds Virtual Forums

Streaming live on Facebook every month! Be sure to follow us @IPMConnect to be notified when we go live.

Join us for an ongoing discussion of how, together with your support, IPM continues to nurture justice, peace, inclusivity, and hope in the world.

Speakers include Project Partners, members of our International Executive Board, Staff Leadership, and select volunteers, donors and friends.

How do I tune in?

Virtual forums stream live on our Facebook Page. If you’d like to be automatically notified when we go live and stay up-to-date with all of the good work happening at IPM, be sure to log in and follow us @IPMConnect.

When is the next forum?

Forums are typically scheduled once monthly on a Friday. However, as with any live event—especially those being coordinated internationally—this can be subject to change. For the most accurate information please follow us on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter at the bottom of this page.

Can I view a recording?

Yes! There is an archive of our virtual forums under the Videos section of our Facebook Page, and we are actively updating our YouTube playlists for English Language Forums and Spanish Language Forums.

For regular updates and announcements, subscribe to our E-Connections email newsletter!

We also publish a limited run print publication. Connections is mailed to over 5,000 donors and friends worldwide. To add yourself to this mailing list, please contact Ilze Fender at [email protected] or +1.866.932.4082.

Annual Events

Join us to celebrate and learn from IPM’s Project Partners and all those whose dedication makes our work possible.

IPM's Annual Luncheon, Cleveland

Our Annual Luncheon – held each year in Cleveland – provides an opportunity for local supporters to gather and learn more about IPM’s work. This event features a keynote speaker from one Region of Focus, and is where we present the David N. Westcott Outstanding Volunteer Award, the Kathleen T. Mink Project Partner Award, and the Richard E. Sering Award, to those who foster the same dedication to promoting global justice, peace and hope as Rev. Sering did for over 30 years as a friend and supporter of IPM.

One Night for One World

Previously known as Namaste, this cultural celebration event – held each Spring in Cleveland – is a chance for IPM family and friends to honor the work of our Project Partners. Attendees can expect food, music, dancing, handicrafts, a silent auction, and other activities for those of all ages.

Annual St. Louis Donor Appreciation Luncheon

In recognition of IPM’s remarkable history, we host this donor appreciation event each year in St. Louis, Missouri – the city of our founding. In 2008, we presented the first Mayer-Strege Award, named for founders, and it has since become an annual tradition. This luncheon is a great introduction to our founding mission for those new to IPM.

Events Archive

IPM thanks the staff, volunteers, Project Partners, attendees and sponsors that made these events possible. Follow the links below to learn more about just a few of our past events and gatherings.