The Foreign Service Journal, December 2023

Cover	1
Contents	5
Focus on AFSA Awards: Honoring Excellence and Constructive Dissent	30
2023 Award for Lifetime Contributions to American Diplomacy: A Conversation with Ambassador John Tefft	30
2023 Awards for Constructive Dissent	42
2023 Awards for Exemplary Performance	46
2023 Foreign Service Champions Award	54
Cover Story	22
The State Department Dissent Channel: History and Impact	22
Feature	56
Operation Nica Welcome	56
Education Supplement	75
A Parent’s Guide to Psychoeducational Assessments	75
Education-at-a-Glance Chart	84
Perspectives	7
President’s Views—Constructive Dissent Is Vital	7
Letter from the Editor—Recognizing Achievement, Looking Ahead	9
Speaking Out—Promotion Unicorns and the Case for Humility	19
Family Member Matters—Ever Heard of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadets?	101
Local Lens—Toronto, Canada	102
Departments	10
Letters	10
Talking Points	13
Books	94
Marketplace	97
Real Estate	97
Classifieds	99
Index to Advertisers	100
AFSA News	63
AFSA Awards Honor Excellence and Constructive Dissent	63
State VP Voice—Resourcing Career-Long Learning	67
USAID VP Voice—Time to Celebrate, Reflect, and Plan	68
Retiree VP Voice—Reviewing Your Retirement Plan	68
AFSA on the Hill—Making Strides in Accommodating Careers Overseas	69
AFSA Governing Board Looks Ahead	70
AFSA President and GB Reps Speak at Chautauqua	70
AFSA Welcomes Newest FS Members	71
Thank You, Table Hosts!	71
Outreach to Retired Members	72
AFSA Governing Board Meeting, October 18, 2023	72
AFSA Dues Increase for 2024	73
AFSA Welcomes New Law Clerk	73

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