With a strong and growing coalition in Missouri, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen Missouri’s economy.
The USGLC’s Missouri Advisory Committee brings together more than 60 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for Missouri. We’re also proud of Missouri’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
In 2021, Missouri exported
$15.5 billion
in goods to foreign markets.
In Missouri,
755,700 jobs (19.80%)
are supported by trade.
In 2018-2019,
5,959 students
in Missouri studied abroad.
Women’s economic empowerment is critical for U.S. development and diplomacy. It is key not only for growth through the direct output of the labor force but also in productivity...
No matter where you live on this earth, the impact of climate shocks are felt globally. The swings between flooding and drought impact the flow and availability of water as evidenced in the Horn of Africa and Britain, but also closer to America’s...
The world around us is getting smaller every day as global crises like food insecurity, supply chain disruption, global health, conflict, and a rapidly changing climate are impacting the health and livelihoods of Americans here at home. From empty...