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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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Russia’s Big Prisoner Swap, Political Repression, and Regressive Foreign Policy
Monday, August 5
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
The escalating rates of arbitrary detentions suggest that the Kremlin will not only continue to but will increasingly flout humanitarian norms and international human rights expectations as it continues to stifle dissent and wage war against the Ukrainian people. To learn more join the Atlantic Council for this event featuring experts, Leonid Gozman and Evgenia Kara-Murza
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Navigating Global Challenges
Wednesday, August 7
10:00 – 11:00 AM ET
The United States Coast Guard plays a critical role in ensuring U.S. security and prosperity. To meet the demands of its expanding mission, the USCG must continuously adapt and build readiness and resilience despite tough trade-offs. To learn more join the Brookings Institute for their next event, featuring Admiral Kevin E. Lunday, Vice
Commandant of the Coast Guard.
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Over the Brink: Escalation Management in a Protracted U.S.-PRC Conflict
Thursday, August 8
1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
The Department of Defense’s 2023 annual report on Chinese military power highlights that China’s current nuclear modernization efforts dwarf previous attempts in scale and complexity. To learn more join the Center for a New American Security for a discussion on the distinct features of nuclear deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, with experts: Dr. Austin Long, Dr. Justin Anderson, Andrew Metrick, and Dr. Stacie Pettyjohn.
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Assad’s Return: Regional Changes, and Future Outlook
Thursday, August 8
5:00 – 6:00 PM ET
Syria’s gradual normalization with countries in the Middle East and its reinstatement in the League of Arab States in May 2023 marks a significant step that signals a potential shift in Middle Eastern dynamics and regional security architecture. To learn more join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. This even features Sinan Ülgen, Armenak Tokmajyan, Abdullah Baabood, Maria Fantappie, and Sawsan Abou Zainedin
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Film Screening: 'Under The Grey Sky'
In-Person Event
Friday, August 9
6:00 – 8:00 PM ET
In commemoration of the fourth anniversary of Belarus's fraudulent 2020 presidential elections and the protests that followed, the Davis Center together with Belarusians of Boston and New England will screen Mara Tamkovich's debut film, “Under The Grey Sky.” The film is based on the true story of Belarusian journalist Katsiaryna Andreyeva who was detained by riot police while broadcasting the peaceful protests and then sentenced to 8 years in prison for treason.
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Want the chance to be a part of WorldBoston’s Dinner Diplomacy program? Engage with international professionals of visiting delegations for a meal at your home. We have many opportunities this summer to get involved! Hosting visitors in an informal setting allows you to meet distinguished visitors from all over the world and learn more about their country, culture, and field of 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 supper hosting opportunities!
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The Council on Foreign Relations has opened their applications for the prestigious International Affairs Fellowship. Designed for mid-career professionals, this fellowship includes a placement with a professional resource in-person for 12 months. Fellows should anticipate a $120000 stipend for the entire year, with no other employee benefits, including health insurance. Interested candidates can apply between August 15th and October 31st, 2024.
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Through the Emerging Leaders Program at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, you can deepen your understanding of global issues and cultivate the skills you need to step into your future as a global leader in Chicago. You should be between the ages of 35 and 45 and located in Chicagoland. Participants should expect to take part in sessions for the entire 2025 academic year. Financial responsibility depends on the profession of the applicant. Applications are due September 10th, 1PM ET.
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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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The WACA Student Scholars Program offers 25 undergraduate students from Council communities the opportunity to visit think tanks, embassies, and universities and attend the WACA National Conference on a subsidized trip to Washington, DC. Applicants must be 18 or older, currently-enrolled undergraduate students, who are not repeat scholarship applicants. Each Council may nominate 1 student from the region that they serve. Applications close September 16th.
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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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The new U.S. Department of State ExchangeAlumni website offers alumni of U.S. government exchange programs, U.S. government staff, and partner organizations exclusive opportunities network, share highlights, post job listings, promote events, and more. Before accessing the website, ExchangeAlumni must register for an account with ECA's Office of Alumni Affairs.
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