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Dear Members,
It's been a busy fall so far and we are glad that so many of you have been able to join us for our discussions. Earlier this fall we hosted programs on US-Turkey relations, the situation in Syria, Russia's global influence, and several other discussions and networking events. In September, we also launched our 2018 Guide to Women Leaders.
Thank you for all of your support and we look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events!
Best,
WFPG
Upcoming WFPG Events
NY | Media, Misinformation and Democracy
October 29th, 12:30-2:00 pm
How does disinformation threaten democracy? What is happening to trust in the media? What is the impact of technology and most importantly, where do we go from here? Join us for a conversation on Media, Misinformation and Democracy with journalist and professor Anya Schiffrin and moderator Meredith Broussard, author of Artificial Unintelligence. Learn more and register
DC | Embassy Series: Norway
November 5th, 6:00-8:00 pm
Join WFPG for an Embassy Series conversation on Investing Globally in Peace, Security & Stability with Ambassador Kare R. Åas. Before becoming Norway's Ambassador to the US, Ambassador Åas served as Norway's Ambassador to Afghanistan from 2008-2010, as well as Norway's Director General for Security Policy and the Arctic. Learn more and register
DC | Embassy Series: Norway
November 5th, 6:00-8:00 pm
Join WFPG for an Embassy Series conversation on Investing Globally in Peace, Security & Stability with Ambassador Kare R. Åas. Before becoming Norway's Ambassador to the US, Ambassador Åas served as Norway's Ambassador to Afghanistan from 2008-2010, as well as Norway's Director General for Security Policy and the Arctic. Learn more and register
DC | NGO, Nonprofit and Government Career Forum
November 16th, 11:30 am-3:00 pm
WFPG's annual half-day forum includes an international affairs career panel and a career fair. This event is free of charge for WFPG student and young professional members, as well as employers in the non-profit and government sectors. The program is co-sponsored with George Washington University, New York University, and the University of Pennsylvania. Register as a student | Register as an employer
Partner Events
Election Integrity in the Digital Age
November 1st, 5:00-6:30 pm
What new cybersecurity issues threaten the integrity of elections in the US and around the world? Join WIIS and Cerberus Consulting for a panel discussion on Election Integrity in the Digital Age. Learn more and register
Young Professional Network Update
This fall, the WFPG launched a Young Professional Network for our student and Young Professional Members. The Network hosted its first networking event and is planning other events this fall. Programming will include informal mentoring chats, so if you're interested in volunteering to speak to a small group of young women about your career path, please email us at [email protected] and let us know. Join the YP Network | Sign up to Mentor
What's Next for Syria?
Earlier this month, the WFPG hosted a discussion on What's Next for Syria? with veteran New York Times foreign correspondent Anne Barnard and WFPG Board Member Maureen White. The conversation focused on the situation in Syria, the resilience of the Syrian people, the international community's failure to address human rights abuses, and the challenges facing journalists covering Syria and other ongoing conflicts. Read more
Russia's Return to the Global Stage
Julia Gurganus, a career Russia analyst, joined CNAS Transatlantic Security Program Director Andrea Kendall-Taylor for a conversation on Russia's Return to the Global Stage. Gurganus gave an overview of US-Russian relations, as well as Russian influence in Latin America, and relations with China, emphasizing the role of new tools and technology. Read more
Women, Peace and Security and UNGA
On October 1st, the WFPG and ICRW hosted a member event at the British Embassy on Women, Peace and Security and the 73rd UN General Assembly with British Special Envoy for Gender Equality Joanna Roper CMG, Sarah Degnan-Kambou of the International Center for Research on Women, and former US Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues and WFPG Board Co-Chair Catherine Russell. Read more
Looking Beyond the Rhetoric: The Future of US-Turkey Relations
In September, the WFPG kicked off the fall with a program on the future of US-Turkey relations with former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Amanda Sloat, Executive Director of the US Chamber of Commerce's US-Turkey Business Council Jennifer Miel, and Johns Hopkins SAIS Assistant Professor and Author Lisel Hintz. The discussion covered US-Turkey military cooperation, hostage diplomacy, the importance of NATO, and the impact of sanctions on the business community and the global economy. Read more
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In this issue...
- Upcoming WFPG Events
- Partner Events
- Young Professional Network Update
- Event Highlights
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