January 28, 2023: Introduction to Diplomacy
Overview of diplomacy and its importance in building international relations, as well as peacebuilding efforts for addressing the causes and impact of conflicts.
Speakers: Dr. Alison McCartney, faculty director at Towson University, and Darion Akins, DC Metro diplomat in residence
February 25, 2023: Public Speaking and Communication in a Cross-Cultural Context
How effective speakers form connections with their audience and motivate change.
Speaker: Dr. Laura Sicola, founder of Vocal Impact Productions
March 18, 2023: Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding
How and why states decide to resolve conflicts so they can build social cohesion; how to create democracies in post-conflict countries.
Speakers: TBD
April 22, 2023: Refugee Migration and Reintegration
Global migration trends and the services offered to refugees to ease their integration into non-native societies.
Speakers: Dr. Astrid Schmidt-King, teaching assistant professor at the Sellinger School of Business & Management, and Nick Brooks, director of Soccer Without
Borders
May 20, 2023: Leveraging Technology as a Catalyst for Change
How to use modern technology, including social media, to lead positive change.
Speakers: TBD
June 10, 2023: Global Sustainability
How to address the food, water and energy needs of a growing population; the impact of climate change on societies worldwide.
Speakers: TBD
July 29, 2023: International Day of Service
Do a service project
August 12: Graduation Ceremony
Present your projects and celebrate completion of the fellowship program.
Speakers: TBD