| |  Nongovernmental Organization Liaison UnitThe mission of the Nongovernmental Organization Liaison Unit (NGO Unit) is to create opportunities for dialogue between the State Department and representatives of nongovernmental organizations. The Unit sponsors conferences, monthly and special issue briefings, and digital video conferences that allow NGOs an opportunity to exchange views with Department officials.
To support a dialogue with NGOs, the unit:
- Coordinates leadership meetings with Department experts;
- Distributes information on a wide range of foreign policy issues to NGOs; and
- Provides Department speakers at national NGO conventions, regional conferences, and board meetings.
| | | Highlights | Conferences and Exhibits
The NGO Unit was present at the conferences listed below. Future conferences will be listed on the page as soon schedules are finalized.
October
AARP held its National Event and Expo October 26-28 in Anaheim, California. Approximately 15,000 guests attended this event. Website: http://www.aarp.org
December
The National Council for the Social Studies held its annual conference December 1-3 in Washington, D.C. Close to 3,000 teachers and administrators attended this event. Website: http://www.ncss.org |
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