This March, we host five in-person delegations as part of Citizen Diplomacy Programs at WorldBoston. Check below to see where the visitors are from and what the objectives are of their visit.
ADVOCACY THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA
A Regional Project for the Middle East and North Africa
Examine First Amendment principles and the delicate balance in protecting free speech on social media
Illustrate how social media has transformed the way in which youth advocate and engage in civil society
Observe the operations of digital media companies and those creating industry-advancing technology
Explore how non-profits, advocacy organizations, and government agencies work with the digital content industry
CLIMATE CHANGE AND BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION IN THE UNITED STATES
A Project for India
Assess national, state, and local progress in the United States towards linking scientific research with public support for practical solutions to improving human and ecosystem health, assuring adequate food and water supplies, and providing sustainable livelihoods
Consider how local and regional land-use practices protect biodiversity while supporting economic growth, development and tourism that benefit local communities
Discuss priority areas for practical actions to raise awareness of climate change challenges and promote public engagement in environmental conservation
WOMEN IN POLITICS AND CIVIL SOCIETY
A Multi-Regional Project
Examine the U.S. political system and the participation of women leaders at the local, state, and national levels
Explore programs and initiatives that encourage young women to get involved in civic activities including running for elected office
Introduce the role that women’s organizations take in shaping political dialogue and gain an understanding of effective interaction and support among women across various sectors
Highlight legislation and programs that promote equal pay and fair treatment for women in both civic and work spaces
Introduce initiatives and legislation that address women’s needs in the social arena including health care, employment, education and child care
Demonstrate women’s political and civic interest and contributions to broader policy issues such as legislation that affects foreign, military, and economic policy
EVERYONE COUNTS! BUILDING CAPACITY IN THE PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES (PWD) COMMUNITY
A Project for India
Discuss the history and impacts of disability rights movements in the United States
Review evolving legal and social norms for access to education, healthcare, employment,and political representation for PWDs
Explore programs and policies to address specific challenges for PWDs resulting from climate changes, pandemics, or other barriers to full integration in society
Examine new and on-going research and strategies technologies to address the needs of PWD communities
PROMOTINGCYBERSECURITY
A Multi-Regional Project
Examine the U.S. government’s efforts to manage cybersecurity risk and assess threats to critical infrastructure
Discuss U.S. policy and efforts to secure an open, interoperable, secure, and reliable cyberspace, including U.S. interagency functions
Explore cyber education, research, and development efforts
Assess the efficacy of Internet security legislation and explore protections for privacy rights and civil liberties
Evaluate the role of the private sector in promoting cybersecurity, including public-private information sharing and data protection
Explore economic and national security impacts of malevolent cyber activity
Discuss strategies to collaborate and counter cyber threats
