FGM/C, in particular, undermines the human rights of women and girls by damaging their health, limiting women’s economic opportunities, and obstructing girls’ access to education. This form of violence also… more
Violence against women and girls in public transportation often goes unnoticed, but it has a serious impact on women and girls. This violence ranges from unwanted touching and sexual assault, and may be… more
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and initiatives in one blog post. more
It is no exaggeration to suggest that NATO is the most successful military alliance in human history. The Alliance has been the bulwark of international peace and security for 70 years. With a foundation of… more
In honor of the International Labor Organization’s 100th anniversary, we are highlighting the legacy of J. Ernest Wilkins Sr. (1894-1959), a renowned diplomat and public servant who served as the first African… more
During Women’s History Month, we highlight Arlette Contreras’ work, which is contributing to improving the lives of women in Peru, and to legal systems that will help women throughout the region. more
Nearly 2.1 billion people worldwide do not have access to safe drinking water in their homes. Across the globe, women and girls bear the consequences of this lack of clean water more acutely than men do. more
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivered remarks at the AIPAC Policy Conference at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, March 25, 2019. more
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and initiatives in one blog post. more
![U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivers remarks at the AIPAC Policy Conference, in Washington, D.C. on March 25, 2019. [State Department Photo by Michael Gross/ Public Domain]](https://blogs.state.gov/sites/default/files/styles/grid_thumbnail/public/46554825905_5a2bbf1aaf_o.jpg?itok=aR2z5Pl2&c=55c94da991639be5f65d7837195ed76b "U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivers remarks at the AIPAC Policy Conference, in Washington, D.C. on March 25, 2019. [State Department Photo by Michael Gross/ Public Domain]")
