Pittsburgh

Meet & Greet at Carnegie Library - East Liberty, Thursday 1/19
2023-01-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carnegie Library – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206
On Thursday, January 19, please join us for a (free) Meet and Greet at the East Liberty Branch of the Carnegie Library from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Come for pizza and drinks and meet our members who have participated in our international programs.
Learn more about our 2023 international programs.
CISV, founded in 1950, offers international programs for youth ages 11 – 17 that educate and inspire action for a more just and peaceful world, foster cross-cultural friendships and teach leadership skills that last a lifetime.
The CISV Pittsburgh chapter was founded in 1989 and has provided more than 900 students the opportunity to participate in CISV programs worldwide. Our chapter is one of 26 chapters across the country that make up CISV USA, which is a member of CISV International with 69 countries and 200 chapters across the globe.
We’d love to tell you all you need to know to get involved.

Meet and Greet - Moon Library
2023-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Moon Township Public Library, 1700 Beaver Grade Rd #100, Coraopolis, PA, 15108, United States
On Monday, January 9, please join us for a (free) Meet and Greet at the Moon Township Public Library from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Come for pizza and drinks and meet our members who have participated in our international programs.
Learn more about our 2023 international programs. (The application period opens December 4.)
CISV, founded in 1950, offers international programs for youth ages 11 – 17 that educate and inspire action for a more just and peaceful world, foster cross-cultural friendships and teach leadership skills that last a lifetime.
The CISV Pittsburgh chapter was founded in 1989 and has provided more than 900 students the opportunity to participate in CISV programs worldwide. Our chapter is one of 26 chapters across the country that make up CISV USA, which is a member of CISV International with 69 countries and 200 chapters across the globe.
We’d love to tell you all you need to know to get involved.

Chapter Meeting
2023-01-08 15:00 - 16:30, 2022-11-06 15:00 - 16:30, 2022-10-02 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
Everyone is welcome to our monthly chapter meeting!
Our Junior Branch will be doing a fun activity with JB youth (parents can participate).
Parents are encouraged to attend. We’ll be discussing such things as CISV’s international programs, fundraising events, community outreach and more!

Please note, attendance by JB and parents are factored into the selection of our delegates for our international programs.

2023 Big Reveal
2022-12-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
2023 Big Reveal
Sunday, December 4 (during our chapter meeting)
We’ll reveal where in the world our international programs will be held this summer!
Come learn about how CISV programs build empathy, global friendships and leadership skills in youth ages 11 to 17.
Meet youth who have participated in our programs and their families to learn more.
Pittsburgh New Church School
299 Le Roi Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Pizza and soft drinks available. Please register.
Applications for our international programs will be open the evening of Sunday, December 4 on our website.

CISV in Motion
2022-10-14 13:00 - 2022-10-16 11:30 | Hyatt Regency at the Pittsburgh International Airport, 1111 Airport Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
CISV Pittsburgh is hosting CISV USA’s annual conference!
Friday to Sunday, October 14 – 16
Hyatt Regency at the Pittsburgh International Airport
We need volunteers to make it a success!
CISV in Motion is a GREAT opportunity to get more involved with CISV nationally and locally, learn more about our organization, and meet other energized CISVers from around the country.
We need volunteers to run the CISV store and assist the conference organizers. We also need a family to host an adult CISVer from Costa Rica on Sunday, October 16.
Volunteers are able to participate in conference sessions (after completing their volunteer duties) and attend the Awards Dinner on Saturday evening.
CISV Pittsburgh will reimburse volunteers up to $15 for a meal while volunteering.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE

Welcome Back Picnic
2022-09-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Mellon Park Shelter, 6602 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join us for our annual Welcome Back Picnic.
We’ll debrief our delegates who traveled this summer.
Meet up with old friends, and make new friends. Learn what this year has in store for the JB and CISV.
Pizza will be provided. Please bring sides, dessert and drinks.
PLEASE REGISTER ABOVE.
SIGN UP TO BRING A DISH.
The Mellon Park Shelter is near the playground on 5th Avenue

May Chapter Meeting
2022-05-01 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
Everyone is welcome!
Our Junior Branch will be doing a fun activity with JB youth (parents can participate).
Parents are encouraged to attend. We’ll be discussing ways to volunteer with the chapter and making plans for the fall. We will answer questions about international travel this summer.

Covid Precautions:
Please wear a mask. If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive to Covid-19, we ask that you do not attend.
Please fill out these forms and bring with you:

CISV Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus

CISV Health Questionnaire – COVID-19

JB Service Project with Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation for LGBTQ+ Community
2022-03-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Repair the World, 6140 Station Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join the CISV Pittsburgh Junior Branch at Repair the World in East Liberty for a service-learning opportunity with Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation.
Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation works to improve the health of the LGBTQ+ and HIV communities in Pittsburgh by offering a variety of services, as well as expert training for organizations to improve their capacity to serve LGBTQ+ clients and staff.
We will be packing supplies for LGBTQ+ people in need.
REGISTER here
Bring the following donations:

Household Items: laundry detergent, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper
Food: dry pasta, beans, pasta sauce, nuts, non-perishable dried fruits, sweets
Personal Care Items: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shaving cream, esp. products for curly/coiled/highly-textured hair

Repair the World mobilizes Jews and their communities to take action to pursue a just world, igniting a lifelong commitment to service.

March Chapter Meeting
2022-03-06 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
Everyone is welcome!
Our Junior Branch will be doing an activity around one of CISV’s main pillars: sustainability. They’ll be making candy sushi and talking about sustainable fisheries.
PLEASE REGISTER (The JB would like to know how many supplies to purchase for the activity.)
Parents are encouraged to attend. We’ll be discussing ways to volunteer with the chapter.
Bring the following donations for the JB’s April service project being planned with Repair the World on April 6:

Household Items: laundry detergent, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper
Food: dry pasta, beans, pasta sauce, nuts, non-perishable dried fruits, sweets
Personal Care Items: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shaving cream, esp. products for curly/coiled/highly-textured hair
The JB will also be taking donations to purchase these items.

Covid Precautions:
Please wear a mask. If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive to Covid-19, we ask that you do not attend.
Please fill out these forms and bring with you:

CISV Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus

CISV Health Questionnaire – COVID-19

Informational Session for Summer 2022 Programs
2022-02-08 19:30 - 20:30 | PA
Learn more about CISV’s life-changing programs for ages 11-17. We’ll answer your questions about costs, educational content, COVID protocols and more.
Missed our Big Reveal? Check out the video that includes information about each program.
See our full list of programs.
Zoom link for the event
Register to get the Zoom link in a confirmation email.

Chapter Meeting - Virtual
2022-02-06 15:00 - 16:30 | PA
Join us for our Chapter Meeting, via Zoom.
The Junior Branch will have an activity for youth, while we will answer parents’ questions about CISV international programs, our Step Up 2022 to be held in Pittsburgh, and more.
Zoom link for the event
Register to get the Zoom link in a confirmation email.

Informational Session for CISV International Programs
2022-01-23 18:00 - 19:00 | PA
Learn more about these life-changing programs. We’ll answer your questions about costs, educational content, COVID protocols and more.
Missed our Big Reveal? Check out the video that includes information about each program.
See our full list of programs.
Zoom link for the event
Register to get the Zoom link in a confirmation email.

Informational Session for CISV International Programs
2022-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
CAN’T MAKE THIS SESSION – SIGN UP FOR A SESSION ON SUNDAY, JAN. 23
Our chapter has invitations for programs around the world for ages 11 to 18.
Learn more about these life-changing programs. We’ll answer your questions about costs, educational content, COVID protocols and more.
Missed our Big Reveal? Check out the video that includes information about each program.
See our full list of programs.
Zoom link for the event
Register to get the Zoom link in a confirmation email.

Virtual Reveal
2021-12-19 16:00 - 17:00 | PA
We just received our list of programs for summer 2022!
Join us for a Virtual Reveal to learn where in the world they are. We’ll answer your questions about the application process, international travel, and Covid precautions.
See our full list of programs.
Zoom link for the event
Register to get the Zoom link in a confirmation email.
Applications for summer 2022 international programs will be on our website by Sunday, December 19 at 6:00 pm. Check our website and your email for an announcement when applications are open.

December Chapter Meeting
2021-12-05 15:30 - 17:00 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
Join us for a chapter meeting this Sunday. Everyone is welcome!
Our Junior Branch will have an activity for youth. Upstairs, we will be answering parents’ questions about our programs.
Please wear a mask. If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive to Covid-19, we ask that you do not attend.
Please fill out these forms and bring with you:

CISV Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus

CISV Health Questionnaire – COVID-19

Welcome Back Picnic
2021-09-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigelow Grove Shelter at Highland Park, Reservoir Drive Walk, Pittsburgh, PA, PA, United States
Bigelow Grove Shelter at Highland Park
It’s been a long year! We’re excited to see old and new friends at the Welcome Back Picnic. Learn what’s in store for this year and the summer of 2022.
Parents and youth are welcome. Social distancing will be practiced.
Anyone who is unvaccinated must wear a mask. If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive to Covid-19, we ask that you do not attend.
Pizza will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle.
Please bring these Covid forms with you:
CISV Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus
CISV Health Questionnaire – COVID-19
Directions

Junior Branch Litter Clean-Up and Picnic
2021-04-18 15:00 - 17:30 | Community Day School Playground (behind school on Beechwood Blvd), 6424 Forward Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15217
Meet at Community Day School playground in Squirrel Hill
We miss seeing all of you! Join us for this socially distanced outdoor event.
Bring a lunch and wear a mask!
School address: 6424 Forward Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15217
The playground is behind the school on Beechwood Blvd.

Discussion with Guillermo Perez, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement
2021-03-14 15:00 - 16:30 | PA
“If we had an immigration policy that really worked, people would have the opportunity to come here and be part of the American Dream… and help build a powerful and effective labor movement.” Guillermo Perez in a PublicSource article.
Join us for a discussion with Guillermo Perez who will talk about his work with the undocumented and how immigration affects labor in the US. Learn how you can help serve our undocumented communities.
ZOOM Link
REGISTER HERE so we know who is coming!

CISV Chapter Year-End Gathering
2020-12-13 17:00 - 18:30 | PA
Meet up with old friends and new families to talk CISV! Join us for a virtual evening with discussions about keeping kids and families engaged throughout the year, interest in a virtual international Interchange, and more!

Zoom Link:
https://wiu7.zoom.us/j/7070307587

Junior Branch Sustainability Event (Postponed until 11/8)
2020-11-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Frick Park Parking Lot (off of Hutchinson Street), Frick Park Parking Lot, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
November Activity – Postponed until Nov 8.
We are starting up our monthly activities for the first Sunday of every month, if weather allows. Although we won’t be able to have normal chapter meetings, we still want to be able to get together. It will be a great way to get back into the CISV spirit after not being able to travel this past summer.
This month’s activity will be about sustainability, specifically focused on conserving the resources we use everyday. The activity was planned by two of our amazing JB Board members.
The activity will take place in lower Frick Park, in a field next to the parking lot accessed by Hutchinson Street in Regent Square.
Bring chairs and blankets to sit on. Masks will be required and social distancing will be in place. We hope to see everyone there!!!!!
Dress warmly since it will be chilly on Sunday.
Check Back for registration

Junior Branch Event: Card Writing for Seniors in Nursing Homes, Kids in Hospitals
2020-10-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Mellon Park Shelter, 6602 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
The Junior Branch will be decorating and writing cards to send to senior citizens living in nursing homes and kids in hospitals without many visitors due to COVID-19.
It will be great to see everyone! We’ll be outside, socially distanced and wearing masks.
Exact location in Mellon Park to be announced.
SIGN UP HERE

Junior Branch Board Applications Due
2020-06-07 | PA
JB Board applications are due. Learn more.

Chapter Meeting - Canceled
2020-05-03 15:00 - 16:30, 2020-04-05 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208
Join us for our monthly chapter meetings on the first Sunday of the month (except in December it will be on December 8 and no meeting in January). The Junior Branch organizes activities for kids ages 11-18 that explore the four values of CISV: diversity, human rights, sustainability and conflict resolution. Adults meet to discuss CISV programs, organizational news and often times join the JB to participate in their activities. Learn what CISV is all about and meet our community of parents and children that make up CISV Pittsburgh. All are welcome.

Regional Mini-Camp - Canceled
2020-03-27 16:30 - 2020-03-29 16:00 | PA
March 13, 2020
Mid-Atlantic RMC registrants, chaperones, and parents,
We are writing to inform you that, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Mid-Atlantic RMC has been canceled. Unfortunately, it will not be rescheduled. We were excited to hold this event — it’s always a blast — but, the health and safety of our participants and volunteers will always be our top priority.
Refunds are available to all RMC registrants who have paid. Please follow this link and fill out the form by March 20th to get a refund (or choose to donate to CISV). Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions.
Canceling RMC was not a decision we wanted to make, but it is our shared responsibility to combat COVID-19. Taking responsibility and considering the well-being of our communities is a part of what it means to be a global citizen, a duty our organization takes seriously. We hope you and your loved ones stay healthy. We look forward to future JB events and RMCs.
Stay healthy,
Mid-Atlantic LJRs (Ryan, Baily, Sofia, Vivian, and Brenna)

Chapter Meeting
2020-03-01 15:00 - 16:30 | Pittsburgh New Church School, 299 Le Roi Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15208

Creating Ronald McDonald Welcome Bags
2020-02-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Nancy’s House, 532 Lebanon Manor Dr, West Mifflin, PA, 15122
The Junior Branch will be collecting items listed below to create bags for children staying at the Ronald Mcdonald House. The Ronald McDonald House provides the opportunity for families to be by their child’s bedside as they face life-saving medical situations.
Please sign up for a bag and bring as many items as you can! We will provide the bags and the pizza. Can’t wait to see you there!
Contact Sofia Wynn if you can ‘t make it but would like to collect items.
See what is needed – start collecting!
REGISTER HERE

Meet and Greet - Squirrel Hill
2020-02-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Private Home (please register for the address), Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
On Sunday February 9, please join us for our (free) Meet and Greet at the home of one of our members in the South Hills. Come learn more about CISV Pittsburgh’s programs that promote peace and cross-cultural friendship. We are especially looking for kids ages 11-13 for our Village and Interchange programs.
Please note: we only have one slot for a boy available for our Interchange 12/13 to Sweden.
We have 2 slots for boys to Mexico.
Leader positions for Step Up 14 India, Step Up 15 Poland and Interchange Sweden are open.
Come for pizza and drinks and meet our members who have participated in our international and domestic programs. We’d love to tell you all you need to know to get involved.
