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The Dee Kennedy Family Justice Center of Boston (FJC) is a community of government agencies and private direct service providers including the Mayor’s Office, the Boston Police Department, and the Boston Public Health Commission. In this past year alone, FJC hosted both in person and virtual panels for 4 of our IVLP delegations to discuss how they collaborate to support and assist victims of domestic violence. Thank you to our friends at the FJC for supporting citizen diplomacy work!

?? ?? Expand your global mindset -- and your bookshelf -- one page at a time! ?? ?? WorldBoston staff are sharing their favorite book recommendations, spanning a wide variety of International Affairs topics. From historical fiction during Tsarist Russia, challenging and inspiring perspectives of refugee resettlement, and WWII spy thrillers, your next read is closer than you think!

?? April 29 | Chat & Chowder ?? Get ready for an unforgettable fireside chat with Eddie Fishman, Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy as he leads us through a nuanced discussion of his book, "Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare." Join us for what promises to be a night of critical insight, audience Q&A, and networking -- all powered by our usual selection of chowders! ?? Foley & Lardner LLP | 6:00 - 7:30 PM ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/ehx3KMvB

The Boston Center for Independent Living has hosted multiple IVLP delegations in recent months. The staff has taken time to share their meaningful work in the Boston area, respond to questions and provide insights on challenges faced by delegates in their home countries. In December, the Boston Center for Independent Living staff even helped coordinate the donation of second-hand mobility equipment (wheelchair, rollator and crutches) for our visitors to bring back home!

?? What a week at WorldBoston, as we kept up to date with TWO back-to-back powerhouse events! ?? First, last Thursday we hosted former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, John Sullivan, as he engaged with the WorldBoston community to provide a sharp analysis on his book "Midnight in Moscow" and the Russia-Ukraine war. Thank you to Ambassador Sullivan for lending his expertise and answering our guests' questions. To add on to the excitement, yesterday we kept the momentum going when we heard from Distinguished Professor of International Politics and Associate Dean of Research at The Fletcher School at Tufts University, Dr. Daniel Drezner, on the Great Decisions topic of "U.S. Changing Leadership in the World's Economy." Thank you Dr. Drezner for your insightful presentation and expert insights. Thank you to Foley & Lardner, the Boston Public Library, the GBH Forum Network, and the Lowell Institute for being our program partners, and thank you to all of those who attended these exhilarating events both in-person and virtually to keep such important discussion alive! ?? ??

Ahead of Mayor Michelle Wu's third annual State of the City Address tonight, we at WorldBoston want to kick off our Community Resource Spotlight series by recognizing the City of Boston Mayor’s Office for their engagement in citizen diplomacy. James Reginald Colimon, MBA, Deputy Director of Global Affairs and Protocol, has collaborated with WorldBoston over the years to coordinate meetings across departments and welcome international visitors on behalf of the Mayor. We love hearing how James welcomes each IVLP (International Visitor Leadership Program) delegation with flags from the respective countries visitors are from! We’re excited to continue collaborating with the City of Boston and share more stories from our community resources.

This weekend, WorldBoston hosted its 18th annual Academic WorldQuest trivia competition at Emmanuel College! We had 17 teams compete, testing their knowledge of current international politics, geography, global economics, history, and world cultures. Congratulations to all schools that competed, and best of luck to our first-place team from Somerset Berkley Regional High School as they gear up for the National Competition in Washington, DC!

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! Your questions on the topic "U.S. Changing Leadership in the World's Economy" will be answered with Dr. Daniel Drezner, Distinguished Professor of International Politics and Associate Dean of Research at The Fletcher School at Tufts University, and author of the Great Decisions chapter itself! Our program includes Dr. Drezner's presentation, live audience Q&A, and networking with other global citizens in the Newsfeed Café. ? ?? Rabb Hall, Boston Public Library ??? 6:00 - 7:30 PM ?? Register: https://buff.ly/Fz6jjgp See you there!

Nobody wants to miss it! In-person registration for our March 13th Chat & Chowder with former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan is FULL! ??? Don't want to miss the Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State? Virtual registration is still available! Sullivan will discuss his book, "Midnight in Moscow: A Memoir From the Front Lines of Russia's War Against the West", taking time to lend his experienced intel, answer your pressing questions, and network with YOU over a bowl of chowder or a beverage! ?? Don't miss your chance to be a part of crucial dialogue on the dynamic conflict of Russia's war in Ukraine with one of the most prominent voices in U.S.-Russia relations. Register today! This hybrid event will host in-person participants at the law offices of Foley & Lardner LLP. Register virtually: https://buff.ly/SqK5IkQ

?? ?? Happy Women's History Month! ?? ?? This March, WorldBoston recognizes the women who past and present have championed international dialogue, peacebuilding, and cultural exchange. Both on the global stage and within our own community in Boston, women in international affairs have acted as human rights advocates, diplomats, educators and mentors, community leaders, and builders of a more peaceful, interconnected world.