May 12, 2009

Traveler's Aid

One of our projects is to improve the image of America abroad.  An idea proposed by Tim Buchholz, Basant and Larry Roeder was a pilot project to explore hosting volunteers inside the customs and immigration area of Dulles airport to enhance the entry experience of foreigners, make them feel welcome to America.  Larry has had a number of discussions with Homeland Security on this; but on May 12th met with Sally Harvey of Traveler's Aid, which also uses volunteers in Airports.  Sally liked our idea and wants to explore the possibility for partnership.  She also has ideas on people to meet with at Dulles; but before that happens, will attend our group meeting on May 31.