June 2018
The Foreign Service Journal covers foreign affairs from an insider’s perspective, providing thought-provoking articles on international issues, the practice of diplomacy and the U.S. Foreign Service. Including the AFSA News section, The Journal is published monthly (January-February and July-August issues combined) by the American Foreign Service Association.
The June issue focuses on cyber diplomacy.
We always welcome short, focused letters about FSJ content; please send them to journal@afsa.org.
COVER STORY
DS Diplomacy Works: Breaking Up a Child Pornography Trafficking Ring
State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security is uniquely equipped to tackle transnational crime. Here’s one example of a recent success.
FOCUS ON CYBER DIPLOMACY
Diplomacy in Cyberspace
The rise of the internet and cyber technologies constitutes one of the central foreign policy issues of the 21st century.
A Diplomat in a Cyber World: Working with CYBERCOM
An FSO and former ambassador discusses her work as a political adviser to U.S. Cyber Command.
Technology and Diplomacy: From the FSJ Archive
Selected excerpts from FSJ coverage of information and communications technology over the years.
FS KNOW-HOW
Going Home: How to Buy a House for Home Leave and R&R
For members of the U.S. Foreign Service, “home” is a complex concept, and buying a house can seem daunting.
FS HERITAGE
Ebenezer Bassett: The Legacy of America’s First African-American Diplomat
This pioneering diplomat foreshadowed the critical role of human rights in U.S. foreign policy.
EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT
Foreign Service Student Guide to Creating a College List
Changes in student demographics and school admissions procedures point to a new approach to college applications.
The Vocational Education Option: A Student’s Search for Meaning in Today’s Economy
Given the changing world economy, the vocational-technical path can make a lot of sense.
PERSPECTIVES
AFSA NEWS
Rolling Moment of Silence Across the Globe
On Foreign Service Day, members of the Foreign Service joined AFSA in observing a moment of silence at almost 50 posts.