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Washington, D.C.

Inside American Diplomacy With the Foreign Service

Program No. 18260RJ
Discuss foreign policy with diplomats, attend international briefings and go behind the scenes of key diplomatic institutions as you gain special access to the U.S. Foreign Service.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
5 days
Program Begins
Washington, DC
Program Concludes
Washington, DC
Meals
10 ( 4B, 3L, 3D )
Activity Level
What do U.S. diplomats in the Foreign Service do? Their mission is manifold: to promote peace, support national security goals, advance U.S. business and agricultural interests and protect American citizens. Gain in-depth, behind-the-scenes knowledge of work and life in the Foreign Service from active and retired officers and ambassadors who share their personal experiences firsthand. Examine U.S. foreign policy issues in action — enhanced by Q&A sessions — to better understand what tomorrow may bring.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Enjoy frank and forthcoming engagement with retired and active-duty diplomats from across the foreign affairs agencies who are experts in the field of foreign policy and diplomacy.
  • Visit some of the key diplomacy institutions and explore U.S. diplomatic history.
  • Delve into Washington’s diplomatic community on a narrated field trip to “Embassy Row.”
General Notes
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Ira Deutsch
Ira Deutsch was born and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. At age 20, he moved to Israel and joined the Israeli military, retiring with the rank of LTC after 26 years of military service. His service included international affairs, coordinating relationships with multiple countries including the United States military. Ira’s last assignment before retiring was as a Foreign Liaison Officer to the U.S. National Guard and FEMA, stationed in Washington, DC. His coordinating experience makes him uniquely qualified to serve as a Group Leader.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Easy Going
Minimal walking and standing; must be able to get on/off bus.
Suggested Reading List
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