The Department of State has positively impacted multiple aspects of Niki Enright’s life. Starting as a contractor, then serving in the Foreign Service and now a civil servant has given her plentiful opportunities to explore a career in public service. View Niki’s #MakingAStatement at

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The Department of State #Modernization effort has yielded substantial progress across 3 pillars: Critical Missions, Workforce Reforms, Risk and Innovation. Learn more about the implementation of these reforms in the December 2024 issue of statemag : statemag.state.gov/2024/12/modern…

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Looking at ways that policy and practice could be infused with human rights is what led Zakiya Carr Johnson to public service. As the Department of State CDIO, she encourages the workforce to embrace DEIA, ensuring that the Department is an inclusive work environment that continues to

As an FSN in U.S. Mission Nigeria, Emmanuel Enejoh works as a regional security technician providing support for all technical security equipment. His involvement in post’s DEIA Council has filled him with pride, allowing him opportunities to give back to his home country. View

Working in the Department of State has provided Alicia Arendt with countless opportunities and experiences that she never imagined. After 17 years as a public servant, she has visited 60 countries and 35 states all thanks to her career. View Alicia’s #MakingAStatement at

During her 18 years as a Foreign Service officer, Lillian Wahl-Tuco counts herself lucky to have served in almost all Foreign Service cones. Following her heart toward public diplomacy, she’s currently the deputy director in State Machinery Public Affairs Office working with

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Serving as a Peace Corps volunteer helped steer Marissa Polnerow toward a career in the Foreign Service. Currently on her fourth overseas tour, her work as a public diplomacy officer has taken her to Nepal, Colombia, Kosovo, and now Rwanda where she’s working to enrich the

After a decade teaching English overseas, Rob Hollister joined the Foreign Service. He served as an economic officer for 13 years before converting to the Civil Service and is currently a senior analyst covering threat finance issues. View Rob’s #MakingAStatement at

In February, Secretary of State Marco Rubio made his first official trip abroad to Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. This selection of countries underscores the importance of increased U.S. attention on Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs to make America safer,

As the Bureau of Conflict & Stabilization Operations strategic gaming and planning team lead, Zack Rothschild designs and runs tabletop exercise, strategic games, and red teaming exercises to help the Department and interagency partners prepare and practice for possible futures. View Zack’s #MakingAStatement at

Serving in the Peace Corps enlightened Anne Dudte to the impact that she could have by working in the Foreign Service. As @embassyconakry deputy chief of mission, she recognizes the important role that she plays shaping diplomacy while representing American values and interests.

Working for the Department of State perfectly aligns with Bonie Chang’s desires to continue to grow and make meaningful impacts. As a management analyst, she supports and contributes to data drive decisions that benefit the Department’s workforce and the American public. View Bonie’s

The Foreign Emergency Support Team (FEST) is the U.S. government’s only on-call interagency team that can rapidly respond to critical incidents worldwide to provide specialized assistance to American chiefs of mission. This interagency team ensures American’s safety, and makes

Brian Straight began his federal career with Department of Defense 🇺🇸 in 2006, later transitioning to Department of State in 2011. Between the two agencies he’s spent more than 17 years overseas. Currently as a Foreign Service officer, he brings his experience to Forge in Fort Benning, Ga.,

Working for the Department of State perfectly aligns with Bonie Chuang’s desires to continue to grow and make a meaningful impact. As a management analyst, she supports and contributes to data driven decisions that benefit the Department’s workforce and the American public. View Bonie’s

Joshua Parker has had many life changing endeavors while working for Department of State, including meeting his wife. Joining as a Marine Security Guard in 2009, he now serves in the Bureau of Diplomatic Technology enabling diplomats to effectively communicate worldwide. View Joshua’s

On the 60th anniversary of Foreign Affairs Day, it was my honor and privilege to celebrate the incredible work of the foreign affairs agencies and pay tribute to those who have died in service to our country. It was especially moving for me as a son of the Foreign Service. It