Institutional Evolution
By Stacy D. Williams
Institutional change may seem daunting, but with staff dedicated to addressing systemic challenges that have left valuable employees behind, positive change can ensue. The Bureau...
Resilient, Remarkable, and Resourceful
By Nayab Khan
Department of State employees around the world continuously show remarkable resilience. Amidst a worldwide pandemic and renewed national discussion about race and representation, the workforce continues...
Diplomacy Across Borders
By Zennia Paganini
One of the challenges for public diplomacy officers who must work outside of their host countries due to conflict and crises is walking those “last 3...
The Fine Art and Science of Diplomacy
By Kimberley Morgan Salmon
Although “protocol” is a system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations, events rarely go as planned....
Expanding the Diplomatic Platform of Resilience
By Dave Shaffer and Peter Brukx
With more than 20,000 buildings in nearly 289 different locations, the Department of State has a global platform to highlight sustainability and resilience practices that showcase American innovation...
OBO hosts inaugural virtual 5K run/1mile walk
By Amber Bentley
Earlier this summer, the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) hosted its inaugural virtual 5K run/1 mile walk to promote staff connection and unity. OBO Division...
Embassy Panama donates PPE to Panamanian hospital
Embassy Panama Chargé d’Affaires Ryan Rowlands bumps elbows with Panamanian Vice Minister of Health Ivette Berrio in solidarity, July 27. The embassy provided Panama with thousands of surgical masks, gloves, and essential...
ConGen Karachi celebrates holiday with Pakistani culinary traditions
In celebration of Eid al-Adha, the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi celebrated by introducing Consul General Rob Silberstein and public affairs colleagues to traditional Pakistani barbeque techniques, including chicken, beef, and mutton...
Embassy Warsaw DCM marks anniversary of Warsaw Uprising
Embassy Warsaw’s Deputy Chief of Mission Bix Aliu (right) laid a wreath at the Monument to the Warsaw Uprising in honor of Poles who gave their lives 76 years ago in the...
Embassy Kolonia co-hosts awareness walk
In commemoration of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Embassy Kolonia partnered with the International Organization for Migration and the Federated States of Micronesia’s (FSM) Department of Justice on a community awareness...
