GLIFAA: LGBT Diplomacy and Securing a More Inclusive Future

Start Date/Time: 
Monday, March 14, 2016 - 15:30
End Date/Time: 
Monday, March 14, 2016 - 17:15
Description: 

GLIFAA & Atlantic Council co-hosts: LGBT Diplomacy and Securing a More Inclusive Future -- A Conversation with Special Envoy Randy Berry and Rising Leaders of Foreign Affairs Agencies. Monday, March 14 at 5:30pm, followed by a brief reception with the current out ambassadors and DCMs.

Why are LGBTI issues important for diplomacy and development? What have been the experiences of rising LGBTI leaders in foreign affairs agencies? Please join GLIFAA and the Atlantic Council on March 14 for a networking reception and interactive discussion on diplomatic leadership in promoting a more just, open, and accepting world with a panel discussion with rising LGBTI leaders. This event builds on conversations we had with out ambassadors last year at the Newseum (watch the video here). Several current out U.S. ambassadors will be in attendance.
 
When: Monday, March 14 from 5:30-7:15 p.m.
Where: The Atlantic Council, 1030 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005
 
Special remarks: Randy Berry, Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons, U.S. Department of State
 
Panelists:
  • Kerri Hannan, Incoming U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission to Luxemburg
  • Mario Skunca, Croatian Deputy Chief of Mission to the U.S.
  • Mira Patel, Senior Advisor in Global Development Lab, USAID
Moderator: Gautam Raghavan, Vice President of Policy, Gill Foundation


Come hear their forecasts for the challenges ahead and discuss their strategies for pursuing equality as a personal, national, and international priority. Register for the event here. Live webcast will be available for those interested in participating from outside the DC area!