MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Sister Cities International is to promote peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation – one individual, one community at a time.

Dear PSCC Family,

Our Pasadena/Altadena community is facing an unimaginable disaster that has put many of our nonprofits on hold. In this difficult time, some organizations have stepped up to help address the horrific devastation.

One of the nonprofits I oversee has been working tirelessly, with barely a moment to breathe as we deal with serving the community - I know many of you have been working in our community as well.

Tragically, two of our Executive Boardmembers have lost their homes in the fire, along with many others in our community. Our hearts go out to everyone affected. If your home was destroyed or damaged in the Eaton fire, please email us to let me know.

To allow families time to begin the healing process, we will not hold any Board, Executive, or Membership meetings until March 2025. However, if subcommittees want to meet please proceed based on your subcommittee desire to meet.

To our SCI family, please keep the Pasadena Sister Cities Committee in your prayers. If you feel inclined to support the families impacted by the Eaton fire, you can make contributions through Zelle: pscc2024@gmail.com. Let’s keep the Pasadena Sister Cities Committee and its members in our thoughts.

In a world where individual strength often prevails, the mantra "Dena Strong, Dena Love" beautifully embodies our collective empowerment. This is a heartfelt reminder that love and unity can amplify our strengths, helping us overcome challenges and build a brighter future together. Through shared experiences, personal stories, and actionable insights, we can achieve extraordinary things when we stand together.

Join us on this journey to embrace our strength in unity and create lasting change through love and collaboration. Together, we are unstoppable! We will rebuild!

Warm regards,

Lena Louise Kennedy, President

Pasadena Sister Cities Committee, Inc.

Pictures from Annual Holiday Party

GERMANY STUDENT EXCHANGE

Bob Niemack, Chair of Germany Subcommittee

Rev. Phillis Griffin, Student Exchange Coordinator

We are delighted to share that a group of students from Germany will be visiting Pasadena in August 2024. One of the German exchange students is set to arrive in Pasadena either late July or early August, embarking on a 6-week internship alongside the Pasadena Fire Department Paramedic Team. During her stay, she'll be hosted by families in Pasadena.

LUDWIGSHAFEN SISTER CITY COMMITTEE VISIT: A delegation of 10 members from the Ludwigshafen Sister Cities Committee will arrive in Pasadena on August 27, departing on September 4. The PSCC Germany Sub-committee has meticulously planned the first 3-4 days of their visit, which will encompass:

Explore the sights of Pasadena and its surroundings.
A warm welcome dinner to acquaint them with Pasadena.
Guided tours of Huntington Gardens, Griffith Observatory, and the Getty Center.
A scheduled meeting with Mayor Victor Gordo.