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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 Trade & Foreign Policy in 2025
Tuesday, October 8
2:00-3:00 PM ET
Join World Denver for a discussion on what global trade and foreign policy might look like under a Harris or Trump administration. Gain valuable perspectives on potential shifts, continuities, and actionable strategies that business leaders can implement now to stay ahead and receive practical insights tailored to the evolving global landscape. The panel will include experts, Blake Harden, William Reinsch, Tiffany Smith, and Clete Willems.
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Geopolitical Stakes of the 2024 US Presidential Election
Wednesday, October 9
12:00 – 1:15 PM ET
Join the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University for their next Weatherhead Forum. This will be a chance to hear about the pathbreaking Weatherhead research being done on the geopolitical impact of the 2024 presidential election. The event will feature speakers, Timothy Colton, Diana Durán Nuñez, Tarek Masoud, Rana Mitter, and Melani Cammett.
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Developing Emerging Economies: Strategy to Help End Poverty
Wednesday, October 9
6:00-7:30 PM ET
Over 2 billion people earn less than $4 a day. This stark reality not only deepens the income divide but also poses one of the greatest risks to democracy and free enterprise. With massive youth unemployment and rising poverty driving migration to the southern borders of the U.S. and Europe, the need for innovative solutions has never been greater. To learn more join World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for their next event featuring expert Marc Blumenthal, Executive Director Social Ventures Foundation.
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The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power our Lives
Thursday, October 10
3:00 – 4:00 PM ET
The War Below reveals the competing interests between industry titans, conservationists, community groups, policymakers, and others over where and how critical resources are mined. As we globally rely more on critical resources for emerging technologies and a net zero energy future; these conversations will become increasingly important. To learn more join New America for their next event, featuring an in depth discussion with Ernest Scheyder, Author of The War Below, Journalist, and Senior Correspondent for Reuters.
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The International Aid Architecture: Addressing Development Challenges in Fragile and Conflict-affected Areas
Friday, October 11
9:00 – 10:00 AM ET
As the concessional window of the World Bank, the International Development Association (IDA) plays a central role in developing the poorest countries and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). IDA support is particularly important in countries beset with conflict and fragility, where issues of development are particularly complicated. The 21st replenishment round is now in process to secure renewed funding for the IDA’s next three-year cycle. Join the Brookings Institute for their next event with panelists George Ingram, Garry Conille, Elizabeth Hume, and Allison Minor.
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U.S.-India Cooperation for Minerals Security: A Fireside Conversation with Geoffrey R. Pyatt
Friday, October 11
2:30 – 3:00 PM ET
Critical minerals are a vital part of the contemporary U.S.-India relationship. The Indian government is implementing policies to enhance domestic production and processing of these minerals. As a strategic ally, India plays an important role in reducing the United States' dependence on China for essential critical minerals. Notably, India was the first developing nation to join the U.S. Department of State's Minerals Security Partnership. To learn more join the Center for Strategic and International Studies for their next event with Ambassador Geoffrey R. Pyatt, Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources at the U.S. Department of State.
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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 2025 United States Youth Ambassador Program application is now open. The Youth Ambassador Program brings together High School students and adult mentors from across the Western Hemisphere to promote mutual understanding, increase leadership skills, and prepare youth to make a difference in their communities. You can apply to be either a youth ambassador or an adult mentor. To be a youth ambassador you must be a U.S. citizen or resident, between 15-17 years old at the start of the exchange, and will graduate High School in 2026 or later. To be an adult mentor you must be a U.S. citizen or resident and actively work with youth in a High School or community setting. Exchange programs will occur in the summer of 2025. The priority application deadline ends October 21st and the application closes November 11th.
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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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