ABOUT IGE
WHO WE ARE
THE INSTITUTE OF GLOBAL EDUCATION
Welcome to the Institute of Global Education (IGE), a non-profit organization based in Oregon. As a 501(c)3 organization, we rely heavily on support from individual donors who share our mission of educating and empowering people to improve the world. Our network includes leading professionals from around the globe who bring diverse skills and connections to our cause. Together, we aim to make a positive impact and create a better world.
OUR CORE STATEMENTS
At IGE, we focus on funding projects that are effective and address critical issues such as poverty, ignorance, and discrimination. We also value the preservation and revitalization of traditional wisdom. We aim to achieve immediate and long-term results, constantly striving for improvement.
We passionately advocate for global education, poverty eradication, and the fight against discrimination. Additionally, we actively participate in sustainability efforts to combat climate change.
OUR VISION
IGE envisions a world where peace, self-sufficiency and living in harmony with our natural environment is a way of life.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to educate people in how to build peace, prosperity, and self-sufficiency in their communities.
OUR METHOD
To achieve this goal, we will empower students and partners to collaboratively develop the abilities to promote food and water sufficiency, reverse environmental degradation, mentor social equity, develop skills for social enterprise toward building local, eco-friendly, regenerative economies and to optimize human potential within and for local and global communities.
OUR OPERATING CRITERIA
In pursuing its mission, IGE’s programs and partnerships are chosen and operated to achieve SYNERGY: Simultaneously address spiritual, political, social, economic, and environmental factors. Yield increased effectiveness through integration and collaboration. Navigate from problems to opportunities. Eliminate poverty, ignorance and discrimination. Retain and reclaim traditional wisdom. Gain both immediate and longer-term results. Yield continual improvement of quality of life across all cultures.
CONSULTATIVE STATUS
UNITED NATIONS ECOSOC STATUS
IGE was granted special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in 1998.
IGE applied for membership on the Council in order to have a closer working relationship with the international community. We believe that IGE’s background and experience, particularly in working with indigenous peoples and providing education for marginalized youth in India would contribute to the work of the Council’s fulfilling its mission.
At a meeting of the Council the members agreed and voted unanimously in favor of admittance. Since then, IGE has participated in the deliberations and activities of the Council whenever appropriate.
OUR TEAM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2022 - 2024
OFFICERS
The International Board of Directors is dedicated to fulfilling the Vision and Mission of IGE, focusing on high-level strategy, oversight, and accountability of the organization. The Board determines, monitors, and strengthens the organizations ongoing programs and services. Each Board member is significant and contributes to many responsibilities, focusing on how each individual member can contribute effectively.
Mitchell Rabin
Mitchell J. Rabin, M.A., L.A.C., is an international speaker and teacher, holistic psychotherapist, licensed acupuncturist, coach, mediator, entrepreneur, business consultant, environmentalist, and writer. He has also been hosting and producing a NYC-based cable TV show since 1993 called A Better World.
President / Treasurer IGE - UN ECOSOC Representative
New York, NY, USA
Dorothy Argent
Dorothy Argent is a trailblazer for non-profit and government organizations, offering diversified experience in the fields of management, municipal government, career planning, labour market development, and community service. She is a skilled facilitator, providing effective planning services founded on consensus-building, co-operative action and innovative problem-solving.
Secretary
Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada
OFFICERS
Mitchell Rabin
IGE President / Treasurer - UN ECOSOC Representative
New York, NY, USA
Dorothy Argent
IGE Secretary
Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada
DIRECTORS
Dr. Bernard Starr
IGE UN ECOSOC Representative
New York, NY, USA
Wendy Schabrel
British Columbia, Canada
Sri Ram Challa
MBA
Khammam, T.S. India
Chris Mizer
Founder & CEO - Vivaris Capital
New York, NY, USA
Scott Harney
New York, NY, USA
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DIRECTORS
Dr. Bernard Starr
IGE UN ECOSOC Representative
New York, NY, USA
Bernard Starr, Ph.D., is a college professor (Professor Emeritus CUNY), psychologist, journalist, and gerontologist. He was formerly professor of developmental and educational psychology and director of a graduate program in gerontology at the City University of New York, Brooklyn College. He currently produces and hosts television documentaries on meaningful, active, and productive living in the third age of life (Active Aging Stories) for Phoenix Rising Television Productions and is the main United Nations representative for the Institute of Global Education.
Wendy Schabrel
British Columbia, Canada
Wendy Schabrel has a passionate commitment to the importance of leadership initiatives for both individuals and business and brings more than 25 years of varied work experience in the fields of administration, finance, human resources, management, communication, marketing, group facilitation and business coaching. She is also a writer, presenter, singer, and an accomplished instructor of international dance.
Sri Ram Challa
MBA
Khamman, T.S. India
Sri Ram Challa, MBA, a former sponsored student of the IGE Mucherla Global School in Mucherla, India, and graduate of the IGE Indian Student Scholarship Program, brings his business administration and organizational skills to the board. Sri Ram is dedicated to providing further IGE educational initiatives in India, currently developing a sustainable agricultural educational program to be offered to farming communities in the State of Telangana, India.
Christopher Mizer
Founder / CEO of Vivaris Capital
New York, NY, USA
J. Christopher Mizer, B.S., B.A., M.S., M.B.A., is a 25-year veteran of the alternative investment industry, founded Vivaris Capital, LLC in June of 1998 and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer. Vivaris invests in and acquires middle-market businesses in healthcare, life sciences, and technology that are leaders in their market niches.