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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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The Future of Diplomacy: Preparing the Next Generation of Diplomats
Hybrid Event
Tuesday, November 26
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Join us and the Fletcher School at Tufts University for this special event when we host Nicholas Kralev, founding Executive Director of the Washington International Diplomatic Academy. Mr. Kralev will speak about his book “Diplomatic Statecraft” and will discuss his experiences designing and executing professional diplomacy training. Register soon as registration closes November 20th.
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The Future of U.S. Climate and Trade Policy
Monday, November 18
12:00 – 1:15 PM ET
U.S. climate policy is increasingly intertwined with trade policy under joint climate, competitiveness, and geopolitical concerns. Join The Belfer Center for their next event when they host Kyle Meng, Associate Professor of Environmental Economics at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a recent Senior Climate Economist at the White House Council of Economic Advisers. Dr. Meng will discuss developments in U.S. climate and trade policy, future design considerations, and their consequences.
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What Comes Next? Insights Into the Future of U.S.-Africa Relations Under a New Trump Administration
Tuesday, November 19
10:00 – 11:30 AM ET
What approach will President-elect Trump’s administration take towards foreign policy in Africa? As foreign policy priorities for the new administration solidify, and the transition team reimagines U.S. engagement with Africa and U.S. approach to international development, relations with the African continent will also see dramatic changes. Join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace for their next event featuring experts Zainab Usman, Ramsey C. Day, and Ambassador Tibor Nagy.
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Bringing Order to Anarchy – Governing the World to Come with Charles Kupchan
Wednesday, November 20
12:00 – 1:30 PM ET
Join the World Affairs Council of Greater Reading for their next event when they host Charles Kupchan, Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and professor of international affairs at Georgetown University. The event will include discussion on how governance in the world will look in the coming months and years.
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Developing Emerging Economies: Unlocking Women's Potential
Thursday, November 21
6:00 – 7:30 PM ET
Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire to learn about how empowering women can unlock the full potential of emerging economies in this compelling conversation with Madeline McKelway, Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Dartmouth College. McKelway will provide an in-depth look at the role of women in driving economic growth, drawing from her extensive research on women's empowerment and employment in India. She will explore how investing in women’s economic opportunities can lead to sustainable development and long-term prosperity in emerging markets.
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The future of alliances, partnerships, and the Indo-Pacific regional order
Friday, November 22
9:00 – 11:30 AM ET
How the incoming U.S. administration decides to lead, manage, and engage or disengage with allies and partners will be consequential to stability and order in the Indo-Pacific. What economic and security challenges must U.S. allies and partners prioritize? How will the United States ensure prosperity and security alongside its allies and partners in the region? What are the next steps for existing and new regional partnerships and minilaterals? Join the Brookings Institute to learn more. The event will feature experts: Suzanne Maloney, Sohn Yul, Chaesung Chun, Ryan Hass, Lynn Kuok, Kuyoun Chung, Jiyoung Ko, Mireya Solís, Sang-Yoon Ma, and Andrew Yeo
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WorldBoston is growing! Apply to be the Operations and Finance Manager. Join a dynamic, nonpartisan international affairs organization and play a key role in fostering international engagement. This management position is an excellent opportunity to make an impact in non-profit finance and operations functions.
The Operations and Finance Manager will oversee finance and operations functions and report to the CEO. Responsibilities include operations support, financial management and development of best practice process and procedures.
Learn more here!
Ready to join the WorldBoston team? Please email a resumé and cover letter to opportunity@worldboston.org. No phone calls or inquiries.
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The Festival of Italian Creativity in Boston will take place from November 19-21. The science, technology, and business days of the festival will spotlight six key themes designed to foster dialogue and networking. These sessions will address crucial cultural, social, technological, and scientific challenges that influence our shared future. Topics will include Life Sciences, Climate Sustainability, Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, Electronics, AI, and Space, creating a unique forum to connect with a remarkable lineup of leaders from both Boston and Italy, including scientists, professionals, entrepreneurs, professors, and innovators. Admission to the festival is free, but seating is limited, and registration is required. Register soon to ensure your participation.
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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 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 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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