October 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 October issue focuses on combating transnational crime.
We always welcome short, focused letters about FSJ content; please send them to journal@afsa.org.
FOCUS ON COMBATING TRANSNATIONAL CRIME
Illicit Trade and Our Global Response
Illegal trade is a growing threat to the community of nations, the world’s population and earth’s environment. Recognition that criminals don’t stovepipe is the key to an effective response.
The “Place-Based Strategy” in Honduras
Transnational crime syndicates have exacerbated illegal immigration problems at our southern border. A State initiative aims at undercutting the migration push at the source.
The FRONT-Line Initiative: Combating Transnational Criminal Organizations
Transnational street gangs are a growing problem for communities and law enforcement across the United States. State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security is part of the solution.
Khetha: Bringing “Choices” to Help Address Wildlife Trafficking
An innovative USAID-supported program invites communities around protected areas to play a critical role.
FS KNOW-HOW
FEATURE
Jessica’s Journeys
Not just tales of many travels during a too-short life, they are the story of an FS community that supported Jessica—and supports us all.