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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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Chat & Chowder with John J. Sullivan | Midnight in Moscow
Thursday, March 13th
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET
Join us for this installment of our popular Chat & Chowder series, featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, John Sullivan. Ambassador Sullivan will discuss his new book “Midnight in Moscow: A Memoir From The Front Lines Of Russia's War Against The West.”
This program is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. In-person registration is full, but you can attend virtually by clicking the link below.
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U.S. Trade & Tariffs: Understanding A Changing Landscape
Monday, March 10th
8:00 – 9:30 PM ET
Join WorldOregon for an insider’s perspective on how trade policies and tariffs are affecting businesses from Main Street to Wall Street. What are the “make or break” policies that could supercharge economic growth? How could one encourage “good” targeted tariffs over blanket tariffs that could be detrimental for small business and American families and communities? How can the U.S. strike a balance between regulation reform and pro-growth tax provisions, while avoiding sweeping tariffs? What key issues or pivots could impact hemispheric trade and investment? This is a rare opportunity to glean a Beltway insider perspective on these vital issues affecting our economy. This event features John Murphy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
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Tuesday, March 11th
5:30 – 8:30 PM ET
This year’s event begins with a dynamic panel discussion at the Boston Public Library, featuring influential women leaders who are driving change in our communities. Following the panel, we’ll transition to the iconic Fairmont Copley Plaza for a special networking reception to continue the conversation and foster new connections. This year’s program highlights women leaders’ innovative approaches to fostering equity and inclusion across sectors. The evening is designed to inspire action, deepen community connections, and provide opportunities to engage directly with advocates and changemakers.
Speakers for this event include Natanja Craig Oquendo, Executive Director of Boston Women’s Fund, Hon. Bernadette Jordan, Consul General of Canada to Boston, and Phyllis Barajas, Founder & CEO of Conexión
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Tuesday, March 11th
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
In her new book, The Great Retreat: How Political Parties Should Behave and Why They Don't, Didi Kuo examines the development of political parties as democracy expanded across the West in the nineteenth century and makes a compelling case for revitalizing mass parties—socially-embedded, community-rooted institutions
central to healthy democracy. Join New America’s Political Reform Program and Fellows Program for a virtual book talk and live podcast recording of Politics in Question with Didi Kuo. The conversation will be moderated by Politics in Question hosts, Lee Drutman, Senior Fellow at the Political Reform Program, and Julia Azari, Professor in the Department of Political Science at Marquette University.
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Wednesday, March 12th
3:00 PM ET
The Panama Canal facilitates 5 percent of global maritime trade, but 74 percent of the trade volume is headed for or coming from U.S. ports. U.S. President Donald Trump has raised concerns over the canal’s pricing structure and the fact that China-linked companies operate key ports adjacent to the canal. Following the U.S. secretary of state’s trip, Panama announced its withdrawal from China’s Belt and Road Initiative and its decision to review contracts with links to China.
The event will focus on the Panama Canal’s operations and the importance of the canal for U.S. and global shipping interests.
Speakers for this event include Jason Marczak, Atlantic Council, and Ricaurte Vásquez Morales, Administrator for Panama Canal Authority.
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WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Nina Ansary
Women, Power, and Progress: A Global Journey Through History
Thursday, March 13th
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM ET
Virtual Attendance Is Free
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is honored to host Dr. Nina Ansary— award-winning Iranian-American author, historian, and women’s rights advocate. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month in March, we recognize the often overlooked yet profound impact of women on societies, economies, and political landscapes. From ancient rulers to modern changemakers, their courage, resilience, and leadership have shattered barriers and redefined power. Join us for a lunchtime discussion, where Dr. Ansary will examine the systemic challenges women have faced throughout history and the strategies driving continued progress today.
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EDUCATORQUEST
Are you an educator? Please join us for EducatorQuest, a special morning session for educators and others in allied fields.
EducatorQuest will take place on March 15th at Emmanuel College. This targeted two-hour session from 10 AM-Noon, is free, requires no prep, and lunch is provided. Plus you get to have time with your peers for networking and brainstorming! In an interactive session, you'll work with the popular judgment-free model that has driven effective global skills training in business, education, and beyond for over forty years.
You'll also learn about other WorldBoston offerings including the opportunity to apply for a full scholarship to the annual World Affairs Councils of America conference — a premier gathering of speakers, policymakers, and leaders in international engagement held in Washington, D.C. in November.
This EducatorQuest session has been created based on feedback from our 2024 Global Up Pilot, and we welcome both Global Up alumni and newcomers to join!
Email Matthew Zuccaro to register: mzuccaro@worldboston.org
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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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Are you interested in bringing the world into your classroom? Do you want to inspire your students to be globally engaged? The National Museum of American Diplomacy is offering an hour-long program for professionals in education to share how to introduce and incorporate diplomacy and global perspectives into a school curriculum. This program is completely free and will take place seven times over the next 4 months.
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Want to be a part of 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 Event Reporting: Volunteer to write an event recap about one of our Global Engagement events or public programs, to be posted on our website blog and social media. For more information, please email Harrison Zeiberg, Manager of Global Engagement and Operations.
- 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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