Programs
WIIS programs enhance the international peace and security dialogue, provide unique networking opportunities, and promote the professional development of members at all stages of their careers.
Special Initiative Projects
Women in Peace Operations Project
Identifies the obstacles for women in attaining leadership positions in peace operations and develops mechanisms to facilitate the selection of highly qualified women to serve at senior levels in such operations.
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Report Card on Women in International Security
Examines the current state of women's leadership in the international peace and security career sectors. The first report will focus on U.S. foreign and defense careers.
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Science, Technology, and Security Initiative
Enhancing the Policy Debate
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Panel Discussions, Seminars, Conferences, and Expert Consultations feature experts from a variety of viewpoints on cutting-edge international peace and security topics
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New Faces Program highlights the achievements of emerging leaders in the peace and security sectors [Member Benefit]
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WIIS Words quarterly newsletter features substantive articles by WIIS members [Member Benefit]
Professional Development
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Annual Summer Symposium for Graduate Students in International Affairs
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Annual Career Fair in Washington, DC [Member Benefit - Free Admission]
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E-news & Jobs Listserv [Member Benefit]
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Career Advancement Opportunities and Skills-based Workshops [Member Benefit]
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Networking Events
Connecting the Experts
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Guide to Experts - Forthcoming in 2008 [Member Benefit]
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Mentoring Program and Mentoring Circles [Member Benefit]
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Member Directory provides an online database of career profiles on all WIIS members worldwide [Member Benefit]