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March 2019

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 March issue focuses on food and fitness in the Foreign Service.

We always welcome short, focused letters about FSJ content; please send them to journal@afsa.org.

FOCUS ON FOOD AND FITNESS IN THE FOREIGN SERVICE

Ancestral Food Traditions for Modern Foreign Service Life

Proper nourishment is a critical ingredient for health and wellness. Here’s how to take advantage of the FS lifestyle to keep the nutritional bar high.

BY TANIA TESCHKE

How to Exercise in Airports

Travel is a constant in Foreign Service life. Here’s how to make it serve your personal fitness goals.

BY KEN SEIFERT

The Department of Taste

A culinary adventure that started with her mother’s special recipes has given one FSO the power to thrive from post to post around the world.

BY MALENE GINETE CARR

Enhancing Resilience

The ability to adapt in the presence of risk and adversity is crucial for members of the Foreign Service. Happily, it’s a talent that can be learned.

BY BETH PAYNE

SPOTLIGHT ON CULINARY DIPLOMACY

The Soft Power of Super Chef Panama

This dynamic and engaging program goes a long way in meeting mission goals. And it is ripe for replication.

BY DAVID SEARBY

Youth Empowerment and Food for Thought

Here’s a look inside an innovative culinary approach to social problems.

BY WILLIAM O’CONNOR

APPRECIATION

George H.W. Bush: Diplomats Remember

A sampling of recollections from members of the Foreign Service community.

PERSPECTIVES

President’s Views

Staying Constructive in Trying Times

BY BARBARA STEPHENSON

Letter from the Editor

Happy 100th Birthday, FSJ!

BY SHAWN DORMAN

Speaking Out

Compassion Fatigue in the Foreign Service

KOVIA GRATZON-ERSKINE

AFSA NEWS

State VP Voice

Even During (Another) Shutdown, AFSA Is Here for You

BY KENNETH KERO-MENTZ

Professional Policy Issues

Bringing It Home

BY JULIE NUTTER