Public diplomacy

Professors of practice

Javed Ali

Associate Professor of Practice

Ali is a former senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council, with over 20 years of professional experience in national security and intelligence issues in Washington, D.C. He served in the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, where he also held senior positions on joint duty assignments at the National Intelligence Council, the National Counterterrorism Center, and the National Security Council.

Breakfast with Ambassadors: Navigating Careers in Diplomacy and International Affairs

Oct 22, 2024, 9:00-10:30 am EDT

735 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI, 48109

Join us for "Breakfast with Former Ambassadors," an event for policy students interested in diplomacy and international careers. Engage with experienced diplomats as they share insights from their ambassadorial roles and offer guidance for navigating a career in international affairs.

Career Chat with Ambassador of Sweden to the United States, Urban Ahlin

Sep 11, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am EDT

Weill Hall Room 3240

This informal meet and greet will offer an insider's perspective on international diplomacy, career insights, and the evolving relationship between Sweden and the United States. Don't miss the chance to network and learn directly from a distinguished global leader.

Unlocking Success - Insights from Vera Songwe's Journey through World Bank, IFC, UN & the Brookings Institution!

Mar 27, 2024, 10:00-11:30 am EDT

Weill Hall, 4th Floor Meijer Lounge

The Weiser Diplomacy Center is thrilled to welcome Dr. Vera Songwe. With a wealth of experience spanning prestigious institutions such as the World Bank, International Finance Corporation, United Nations, Federal Reserve Bank of Minnesota, and the Brookings Institution, Dr. Songwe brings unparalleled expertise to the Ford School. Her accolades include being honored as the African Icon of the Year in 2022 by the African Bankers Association, recognition among the '100 Most Influential Africans' by Jeune Afrique in 2021, and inclusion in Forbes Magazine's list of the top 50 most influential African Women in 2019. Additionally, she was recognized by the Financial Times as one of the 25 Africans to watch.

Key developments in counterterrorism and national security since 9/11

Sep 13, 2021 0:59:11

The attacks on September 11, 2001 irrevocably changed how the United States conducts counterterrorism and national security operations.