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Dear Friends,
Welcome to this week’s WorldBoston Recommends email, highlighting high-quality programming for the upcoming week, special opportunities, and event recordings, whether our own, from other World Affairs Councils, or other excellent venues.
We hope these recommendations help you stay internationally engaged, wherever you may be.
Best regards,
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Mary P. Yntema
President & CEO
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Monday, June 2nd
5:00 – 6:00 PM ET
Join the World Affairs Council for a special panel discussion on the future of U.S.-China relations featuring Congressman Adam Smith and Professor David Bachman. As we enter Trump 2.0, U.S.-China relations face new challenges, tensions, and geopolitical shifts. Few are better positioned to speak on these developments than the two panelists. Congressman Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, is one of the foremost voices in Congress on U.S. national security and defense policy toward China. Professor Bachman, the Henry M. Jackson Professor of International Studies at the University of Washington, is a leading expert on Chinese domestic politics, foreign policy, and U.S.-China relations.
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Tuesday, June 3rd
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM ET
The United States faces a rapidly changing global security landscape. Evolving technology, shifting alliances, and emerging threats require America to harness bold, innovative approaches. The CNAS 2025 national security conference, America’s Edge: Forging the Future, will bring together bipartisan leaders, policymakers, and industry to chart a vision for enhancing America’s global edge.
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Wednesday, June 4th
10:00 – 11:30 AM ET
The Center on the United States and Europe at Brookings will host Camille Grand, European Council on Foreign Relations – ECFR, who will break down scenarios and challenges for European security in light of a changing trans-Atlantic relationship which possibly marks the end of the “Imperial Republic,” as Raymond Aron branded the United States’ post-1945 foreign policy. Following the address, Mara Karlin, visiting fellow at the Brookings Institution and a professor of practice at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), and Peter Rough, senior fellow and director of the Center on Europe and Eurasia at the Hudson Institute, will join Grand for a discussion moderated by Constanze Stelzenmüller, director of the Center on the United States and Europe at Brookings. Suzanne Maloney, vice president and director of Foreign Policy at Brookings, and Agnès von der Mühll, the French deputy chief of mission to the United States, will provide welcome remarks.
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Wednesday, June 4th
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Following President Yoon’s declaration of martial law in December 2024, Parliament swiftly moved to impeach him—a decision later upheld by the Constitutional Court. Now, the nation is bracing for a high-stakes presidential race on June 3rd. This political upheaval unfolds against a backdrop of economic strain. Korea’s economy contracted in the first quarter of 2025, exacerbated by newly imposed U.S. tariffs. As the country grapples with its future, key issues dominate the national conversation: how to manage tense trade relations with President Trump’s administration, recalibrate ties with China, and stabilize the faltering economy. Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung currently leads in the polls, but the race is far from decided. The outcome could reshape Korea’s domestic and international trajectory for years to come. Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for a free, public webinar in which Ambassador (ret.) Charles Shapiro will discuss the results and the implications for U.S.-Korea relations with leading Korea expert Sydney Seiler.
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Thursday, June 5th
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
This session will assess the trade strategies coming out of Washington, exploring topics such as domestic manufacturing, emerging markets, supply chain security, and the role of diplomacy in fostering fair and sustainable trade relationships. Additionally, the Vermont Council on World Affairs will examine the impacts on the Vermont economy, Vermont’s trade relationship with Canada, and the outlook for Vermont businesses.
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Thursday, June 5th
2:00 – 3:00 PM ET
June 6 marks the eighty-first anniversary of D-Day, one of the most successful deception operations in history. On that day in 1944, the Allies used a range of means to conceal when, where, and how they would invade Nazi-occupied Europe. However, as Peter W. Singer and Mick Ryan argue in a new report, deception in warfare is being reshaped by a blend of old and new lessons, as well as the effect of technologies ranging from artificial intelligence to drones to 3D printing. Even more, the allies that once led the way are now falling behind their foes in a new kind of deception gap. Join New America’s Future Security program as it welcomes Mick Ryan and Peter W. Singer, co-authors of a new report on deception operations, for a discussion of the future of deception in war and lessons from Ukraine. Mick Ryan is a retired major general in the Australian Army and author of War Transformed. Peter W. Singer is a Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America, Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and author of LikeWar. The conversation will be moderated by David Ignatius, foreign affairs columnist at The Washington Post.
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Named for the proverbial “green room” where people wait before going on stage, the new Green Room Scholars initiative is part of WorldBoston’s growing NextGen programming, an essential element of our effort to fulfill and expand our mission of “fostering international engagement and global cooperation.”
For each regular WorldBoston event, the selected Green Room Scholar will help greet and orient the speaker, serving as part of the WorldBoston event team.
What benefits do Green Room Scholars receive?
- Networking
- Participation in a well-tuned, professional event team
- Blogging with byline
- Recognition in WorldBoston social media
- Connecting with one of WorldBoston’s outstanding speakers, who are leading scholars and practitioners in global affairs
Who is eligible to be a Green Room Scholar?
Students at universities that are currently sponsoring WorldBoston!
For further information contact Manager of Global Engagement Programs and Operations Harrison Zeiberg at hzeiberg@worldboston.org
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Call your friends, coworkers, golf buddies, and family. Ask them to join you for a fun day of golf to benefit the Greater Boston community!
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ATLANTIC COUNCIL 2025 INTERNSHIPS
The Atlantic Council is offering a variety of internships that offer a unique hands-on experience in foreign policy to the next generation of global leaders. Below are their three internship pathways:
- Young Global Professionals (YGP) Program (Spring & Fall)
- Summer Internships
- Institutional Partnerships (Externally funded university collaborations)
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ENGLISH FOR HERITAGE LANGUAGE SPEAKERS
Native speakers of critical languages are in high demand in the U.S. government. EHLS trains advanced English speakers to be effective communicators and strong candidates for federal jobs. All EHLS participants receive a full scholarship from the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO) that includes tuition and a living stipend. As part of the scholarship obligation, participants agree to fulfill the EHLS service requirement, which requires you to work for the federal government in a position with national security responsibilities for one year after you complete the program. The 2026 EHLS Program is open to native speakers of: Chinese Mandarin, Arabic, Russian, Persian Farsi, Korean, Ukrainian, Kazakh, Turkish, and Hausa.
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INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL AID PLATFORM
The Boston Network for International Development created a Mutual Aid platform to support individuals in Greater Boston / New England who have been directly impacted by the foreign aid pause and USAID shutdown. This peer-to-peer resource connects community members who need assistance with those who can offer help in areas such as career mentorship, job search support, networking, housing, and more.
How It Works:
If you need assistance, submit a request and your request will be shared (without personal contact details) on a public listing (see list of requests).
If you can offer assistance, submit an offer and your information will be listed publicly for those seeking help (see list of offers).
If you see a specific request you can help with, submit a response and your offer will be forwarded to the requestor.
This platform is a community-driven mutual aid network. BNID does not verify, vet, or endorse any requests, offers, or responses. All interactions are voluntary and at participants’ own risk.
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The UNAGB Summer Institute in Global Leadership offers week-long leadership development programs for middle and high school students that are designed to cultivate global awareness and leadership skills among students through the core principles of Model UN. Throughout the week, participants engage in dynamic simulations of international diplomacy, participate in meaningful skill-building workshops, and explore complex global issues such as human rights, global health and climate change.
Led by experienced educators and industry professionals, UNAGB’s Summer Institute helps participants develop practical skills in public speaking, research, and consensus-building, preparing them to become effective global citizens and future leaders. By the end of the program, students emerge with a deeper understanding of global challenges and the confidence to contribute positively to their communities and the world at large.
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Join WorldBoston’s Dinner Diplomacy program! Engage with international professionals of visiting delegations for a meal at your home. We often have opportunities to get involved! Hosting in an informal setting allows you to meet distinguished visitors from all over the world and learn more about their country, culture, and professional expertise. Dinner Diplomacy can take various forms, from brunch to afternoon tea to a sit-down dinner with small groups. Reach out to Sarah Sibley, Vice President of Citizen Diplomacy (ssibley@worldboston.org) to learn more about upcoming opportunities!
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The Alumni Resource Center (ARC) is an online career development hub for U.S. citizen ExchangeAlumni. ARC provides ExchangeAlumni with courses, trainings, and other resources to develop professional skills and abilities, market themselves, and explore careers in and outside of public service. The Alumni Resource Center is offering a new online course, Seize the Advantage: Understanding Non-Competitive Eligibility. This course will explore non-competitive eligibility and how you can leverage this unique opportunity to apply for federal jobs. You must be a U.S. citizen ExchangeAlumni and a member of the Alumni Resource Center.
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Writing Opportunities
Are you interested in writing about international affairs? Below are opportunities for you to submit your pieces to publications nationwide!
- WorldBoston’s #BostonPhotoFriday: We want to see your pictures of Boston! As part of our #BostonPhotoFriday series, we would like to feature our community’s photos on our social media. For more information, please email Harrison Zeiberg, Manager of Global Engagement and Operations.
- The Journal of Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs: This quarterly journal is accepting submissions of features and essays, as well as online exclusive submissions to appear on their website on a rolling basis. Submit your piece here.
- Realist Review Article Submission: This policy publication is accepting submissions from anyone interested in writing a commentary or analysis piece that expresses a perspective on policies or developments in international affairs and diplomacy. Submit your work here.
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