Global Partnership Initiative

Through the Global Partnership Initiative, the Department of State 

  • Is a convener, bringing together people from across regions and sectors to work together on issues of common interest.
  • Is a catalyst, launching new projects, actively seeking new solutions, providing vital training and technical assistance to facilitate additional projects.
  • Is a collaborator, working closely with our partners to plan and implement projects – avoiding duplication, learning from each other, maximizing our impact by looking for best practices.

The Global Partnership Initiative located in the Office of the Secretary of State, is being led by Acting Special Representative for Global Partnerships, Kris Balderston. Follow the latest initiatives at TwitterTwitter and signup for email updates.

Date: 10/01/2009 Description: President Obama gives remarks at the Clinton Global Initiative. © State Dept ImageDate: 10/01/2009 Description: Secretary Clinton gives remarks at the Global Philanthropy Forum. © State Dept Image

Date: 10/01/2009 Description: Link to the Guide to Partnering with the Department of State. © State Dept ImageDate: 10/01/2009 Description: Click to submit your Partnership Proposal. © State Dept Image

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International Volunteering and Service

June 23, 2010

In a speech at Brookings, Special Representative Elizabeth Frawley Bagley outlined areas of focus for the Obama Administration’s policies for partnerships in global service, including initiatives for corporate volunteerism, interfaith service, and diaspora engagement. Full Text» Brookings Website»

Date: 11/19/2009 Description: Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship Logo © White House Image

America has entered a new era of engagement through partnerships with the private sector and civil society; and one of the most noteworthy opportunities for partnerships will be the Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship to be held early in 2010. Click the image above if you are interested in learning more about partnering with the U.S. Government on Summit activities. More»


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