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Are you in grades K-6? If so, this area is for you! Join, "Pat, your Passport Pal" and play some fun activities.
Sports Envoy Program in Ethiopia
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and US Soccer announced today that they will send Tony Sanneh and Kate Markgraf to Ethiopia July 11-15, 2012.
U.S.-Russia Bilateral Sports Exchange
July 5: The upcoming programs—one of which brings Russians to the United States and the other which sends Americans to Russia—support the U.S.-Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission.
Visit America: We're Open for Business
June 14: We want to encourage more international visitors to come to America to tour, study, and do business. View Video»
Launch of Center Stage
On June 19, Center StageSM artists launched their month-long international exchange at the John F. Kennedy Center which brings the performing arts from around the world to Main Street America.
What is Diplomacy?
Learn about the people, places, and issues of diplomacy on the new Discover Diplomacy website» Ten Things You Should Know About the State Department» A Great Place To Work»
State Alumni Member of the Month
The U.S. Department of State has named Do Minh Thuy of Vietnam, as State Alumni Member of the Month for July 2012. Current Member» Media Note» Past Honorees»
Parents and Educators are the most important influencing factors on youth. Here are some resources to help you share the exciting world of foreign affairs with your children and students.
Learn how you can join the U.S. Department of State. Help develop a free, secure, and peaceful world. Create, represent, and implement U.S. foreign policy. Experience the world of a Foreign Service Officer. Explore opportunities for students at the Department of State.
The U.S. Department of State is led by the Secretary of State and includes about 48,000 American and foreign employees around the world. Can you see yourself as a diplomat someday?
There are many ways for you to explore U.S. foreign affairs and diplomacy. Find out what's happening at the State Department. Maybe you can join in an activity!
U.S. diplomatic history evolved over the past two centuries. Explore some of the most important foreign relations issues.
The U.S. State Department works around the world. View maps and find out more about other countries, their foreign affairs, and what it's like to live outside of the United States.
Why does diplomacy matter? Diplomacy allows the United States to protect its interests at home, advance its global presence, gain international understanding, and support the efforts of U.S. diplomats.
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