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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 State of Political Governance in Africa
Monday, September 16
6:00 PM ET
Examine the growing political dissatisfaction across Africa giving rise to widespread public protests in many countries, and the ascendance of the military as an alternative to democratic governance with the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics' next event. The event will include expert conversation from former President of Tanzania, H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, and former Mozambique Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Luisa Diogo.
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Beyond the Headlines: What's Next After Venezuela's Election Fraud?
In-Person Event
Tuesday, September 17
12:30 – 1:45 PM ET
Join the Fredrick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University for a panel discussion on the Venezuelan elections. The event will feature commentary from Carlos Blanco, Research Affiliate, Center for Latin American Studies, and Julio Henríquez, Lecturer, International Human Rights Clinic, School of Law.
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Migration Diplomacy in the Biden-Harris Administration
Tuesday, September 17
5:00 – 6:00 PM ET
Migration is one of the most pressing challenges that the U.S. faces today. The Biden Administration sought to break new ground by contextualizing its efforts at the border with a Hemispheric diplomatic initiative to gain broad support to manage migrant flows. How effective has this initiative been? To learn more join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace for their next event. Featuring experts Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar, Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, and Christopher S. Chivvis.
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Frontline or Fault Line: Understanding the Global Security Dimensions of Climate Change as a “Threat Multiplier”
Thursday, September 19
10:00 – 11:00 AM ET
Climate impacts are intensifying the threats faced by the U.S. military, from natural disasters to geopolitical challenges posed by Russia, China, and the Islamic State. In response, the U.S. Department of Defense is integrating climate change into its operations, including disaster relief planning, war games, and international diplomacy. Join the Stimson Center for their next event, featuring commentary from Sherri Goodman and John M. Richardson.
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Developing Emerging Economies: Bottom Up Solutions for Development
Thursday, September 19
6:00 – 7:30 PM ET
Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for their next event to learn about fostering economic growth and development in Africa and what practical solutions can contribute to long-term growth, stability, and opportunity in emerging markets. The event will feature insightful discussion from former Ambassador Richard N. Swett.
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More Bark than Bite? The Far Right and Foreign Policy in Europe
In-Person Event
Friday, September 20
10:00 – 11:15 AM ET
Over the past decade, democracy has been under siege in Europe and the U.S. The disruptions caused by the rise of polarization and radical right forces, triggered by economic instability, demographic shifts, and technological change, represent deep challenges. How should we understand this tumult? What is causing it? What are the responses to it? Join the Minda de Gunzburg Center for European Studies at Harvard for their next event featuring speakers Andrew Moravcsik and Daniel Ziblatt.
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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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