MERIDIAN EXCHANGE: DECEMBER 2022
LISTEN NOW: CULTUREXCHANGES PODCAST
Explore the instrumental role of Chinatowns across the United States, the impact of blockbuster exhibitions to U.S.-Egypt relations, or the role of Hip Hop in diplomacy now with cultureXchanges, a podcast brought by the Meridian Center for Cultural Diplomacy in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities. cultureXchanges dives into the intersection of humanities and cultural diplomacy. Listen to a range of experts and scholars within the humanities field here in Season 1.
BECOME A CORPORATE DIPLOMACY GLOBAL LEADER TODAY
Are you looking for professional development opportunities in the new year? Apply or nominate a rising leader from your organization to participate in Meridian’s Corporate Diplomacy Global Leaders Program on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. This program is designed to equip leaders with a deeper understanding of the diplomatic strategies and geopolitical insights needed to succeed in a competitive business environment. The day-long session will feature interactive simulations, skills training and engaging discussions with high level current and former diplomatic officials. Please contact Ali Rubin at arubin@meridian.org to submit an inquiry or for more information about our Corporate Diplomacy Professional Development training programs.
ANNOUNCING THE 2023 U.S. SCIENCE ENVOYS
Meridian is honored to partner with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs for the 12th year to welcome the largest and most diverse U.S. Science Envoy cohort to date. Esteemed U.S. scientists serve as science diplomats travelling as private citizens to engage internationally with civil society and government interlocutors. Learn more about the current and past cohorts here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Global Business Briefing with H.E. Philipe Étienne, Ambassador of France to the U.S
February 19, 2023 | In Person
Ambassador Étienne will share insights on the future of the U.S.-France trade relationship and how the private sector can help reinforce U.S.-France bilateral relations. For more information, please contact Rodrigo Moreschi at rmoreschi@meridian.org. This program is open to members of the diplomatic corps in Washington and off the record.
Welcome to Washington Reception
February 15, 2023 | In Person
Our bi-annual event will welcome and honor newly arrived Chiefs of Mission to their postings in the U.S. The evening reception provides an opportunity for newly arrived ambassadors to meet and forge connections with Washington’s business, government, and cultural leaders. This program is by invitation-only, closed to press and off the record. For more information, please contact mcde@meridian.org.
Diplomacy Forum
All Diplomacy is Local: Strengthening City and State Statecraft
April 11-12, 2023 | In Person and Virtual
The 2023 Meridian Diplomacy Forum will explore the emergence of cities and states as global actors in diplomacy, their evolving impact on everything from international trade to climate change mitigation, and how engaging previously underserved pockets of America will fortify U.S. international relations. It will underscore how defending democracy and its values has returned as a critical tenant of U.S. foreign policy and one the American people can rally around. For more information, please contact forums@meridian.org.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Community College Global Affairs Fellowship Applications Opens |
President Macron’s State Visit: The U.S. – France Relationship beyond leadership |
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REFLECTING ON OUR YEAR TOGETHER
As 2023 begins, it brings in a new year of possibilities. In 2022, we reached new heights as the premier center for diplomacy, serving as a hub for the diplomatic community and a home for thousands of international participants of our global leadership and cultural exchanges. We look forward to another year of working with the top global leaders who support our mission in strengthening diplomacy and U.S. engagement with the world.