As a Colombian American, I am particularly pleased to celebrate the extensive achievements of the more than 50 million Hispanic Americans in the United States during Hispanic Heritage Month. And in my role as… more
I’m so honored and excited to have been selected as this year’s U.S. Youth Observer to the United Nations. To start off the year, I wanted to officially introduce myself. My name is Munira Khalif, and I was… more
Young people are working hard to build the world they want to live in. They have come up with innovative ideas - from 3D-printable prosthetics to a low-cost device that prevents childbirth injuries. more
Entrepreneurship is about individuals improving their lives and the lives of those in their communities through good ideas, hard work, and a little bit of luck. Their success often creates jobs, brings new… more
Imagine you’re visiting the United States for the first time, only just beginning to familiarize yourself with the people, the places and general surroundings. Suddenly, you’re inundated with news about a… more
To demonstrate the important role women can play when included in the global economy, GES 2017 will highlight the accomplishments and contributions of women entrepreneurs and investors driving innovation. more
“Press Office, this is Zack, how can I help you?” Zackery Dean, a junior from George Mason University, answers the phone in the State Department’s Bureau of Public Affairs' Office of Press Relations . Dean, a… more
