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How music diplomacy transcends borders and helps displaced communities reclaim dignity

USC Master of Public Diplomacy alum Janika Berridge captures her experience as a Management Intern in the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda, through a series of sunning 35mm photographs. 

USC Master of Public Diplomacy alum Janika Berridge richly describes her ten weeks as a management intern in the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda.

Ambassador Paul Hare explores why the United States’ G20 Presidency for 2026 offers an opportunity to consolidate Trump’s peace efforts, rejuvenate America’s public diplomacy, and create a new vision for both the Peace Corps and the G20.

“Public Diplomacy in the News” is a CPD Blog series by Andrew Dubbins, featuring noteworthy recent stories in public diplomacy.

Neal Rosendorf outlines a post-Trump bipartisan plan to restore America’s reputation and soft power.

 

“Public Diplomacy in the News” is a CPD Blog series by Andrew Dubbins, featuring noteworthy recent stories in public diplomacy.

Ilan Manor examines if and how AI companions may become vessels of state-backed disinformation. 

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