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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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Israel-Turkey Relations: How Can the Negative Momentum Be Reversed?
Tuesday, August 27
10:00 – 11:15 AM ET
Turkey-Israel relations have dramatically deteriorated since the start of the war in Gaza. Despite these growing challenges, the two countries still share many strategic interests. Can Turkey-Israel ties survive the current crisis? To learn more, join the Middle East Institute for their next event featuring Dr. Gönül Tol, Dr. Gallia Lindenstrauss, Dr. Arad Nir, Prof. Soli Özel, and Fmr Amb. David M. Satterfield.
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Gender Equity on the World Stage
Tuesday, August 27
6:00 – 8:00 PM ET
The IRC and Women's Equality Coalition Greater Kansas City are joining forces to present a program that will delve into critical issues such as representation, policy reforms, and intersectionality, aiming to foster a more inclusive and equitable world. Content of the program will be focused on CEDAW (UN Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women). Join the International Relations Council for their next event featuring experts: Dr. Susan Lee, Elahe Amani and Dr. Karenbeth Zacharias
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US-Mexico relations: Addressing challenges at the border
Tuesday, August 27
7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
Mexico’s president-elect will begin her six-year term in October as the U.S. presidential campaign enters its final stretch. What are the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the United States and Mexico? Join Brookings Institute for this timely event with experts: Vanda Felbab-Brown, Michael Kagan, Rachel Torres, and John Tuman.
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Weapons in Space: A Virtual Book Talk with Dr. Aaron Bateman
Wednesday, August 28
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
The Strategic Defense Initiative is remembered as a controversial Reagan-era project to create a space-based missile defense program. How did this program bring us to where we are today? And what does it say about the future of space security? To learn more, join the Center for Strategic and International Studies featuring experts Tom Karako, Kari A. Bingen, and Aaron Bateman.
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Richard Gowan: The United Nation in a Divided World: can the Downward Spiral be stopped?
Thursday, August 28
6:00 PM ET
The United Nations is meant to offer a framework for states to work together to pursue their common interests. Yet in recent years, it has often been a platform for diplomats to criticize and attack one another, reflecting the growing fragmentation of the international system. Many UN members are now calling for fundamental reforms to the organization. Are there ways for the UN’s members to reverse the negative trends affecting the organization? To learn more join the Baltimore Council of Foreign affairs with speaker Richard Gowan, Director of International Crisis Group on Paralysis at the United Nations.
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Emerging Tech and the Future of Accessibility
Thursday, August 29
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Strides in new and emerging technologies such as augmented and virtual reality have led to positive advancements across many sectors that have increased accessibility for all users. How can immersive technology aid in our development as a society? To learn more, join the Information and Technology Innovation Foundation, featuring experts Alex Ambrose, Scott Code, Kai Frazier, and Brian Switzer.
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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 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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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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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 to 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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