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The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President's chief foreign affairs adviser. More
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Are you in grades K-6? If so, this area is for you! Join, "Pat, your Passport Pal" and play some fun activities.
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Date: 05/03/2012 Description: A member of the press holds a placard during a rally to mark World Press Freedom Day in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Thursday, May 3, 2012 © AP ImageWorld Press Freedom Day

May 3: Press freedom is a key element of the freedom of expression, which is a foundation for other universal human rights. We call on all governments to protect the universal human right to freedom of expression.

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Date: 05/12/2011 Description: Model UN at the General Assembly © USUN ImageThe Ninth Annual Global Classrooms DC Model UN Conference

The Department of State and the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area will partner for the Ninth Annual Global Classrooms DC Model United Nations Conference, to be held on May 1.

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Date: 04/10/2012 Description: Members of the Jazz Tap Ensemble, Los Angeles, CA; participating in DanceMotion USA(sm) © Jazz Tap Ensemble ImageDiplomacy Through the Arts

Jazz Tap Ensemble, a Los Angeles-based dance company travels to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe as part of DanceMotion USASM, April 9-May 5.

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Date: 10/11/2011 Description: Screen shot of new Discover Diplomacy website. - State Dept ImageWhat is Diplomacy?

Learn about the people, places, and issues of diplomacy on the new Discover Diplomacy website» Ten Things You Should Know About the State Department»  A Great Place To Work»

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Date: 07/19/2010 Description: MEPI Student Leaders Study Civic Activism at U.S. Schools - State Dept ImageState Alumni Member of the Month

The U.S. Department of State has named Noof Assi, of Iraq, as State Alumni Member of the Month for May 2012.  Current Member» Media Note» Past Honorees»

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Parents and Educators
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Parents and Educators are the most important influencing factors on youth. Here are some resources to help you share the exciting world of foreign affairs with your children and students.
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My Future with the State Department
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Learn how you can join the U.S. Department of State. Help develop a free, secure, and peaceful world. Create, represent, and implement U.S. foreign policy. Experience the world of a Foreign Service Officer. Explore opportunities for students at the Department of State.
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The U.S. Department of State is led by the Secretary of State and includes about 48,000 American and foreign employees around the world. Can you see yourself as a diplomat someday?There are many ways for you to explore U.S. foreign affairs and diplomacy. Find out what's happening at the State Department. Maybe you can join in an activity!U.S. diplomatic history evolved over the past two centuries. Explore some of the most important foreign relations issues.
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The U.S. State Department works around the world. View maps and find out more about other countries, their foreign affairs, and what it's like to live outside of the United States.Why does diplomacy matter? Diplomacy allows the United States to protect its interests at home, advance its global presence, gain international understanding, and support the efforts of U.S. diplomats.

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