[wanabidii] Press Releases: Secretary Kerry Meets with Afghan Women Journalists

You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Press Releases: Secretary Kerry Meets with Afghan Women Journalists 05/13/2014 02:51 PM EDT Secretary Kerry Meets with Afghan Women Journalists Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 13, 2014 Secretary Kerry met today with 10 leading Afghan women journalists, demonstrating his commitment to helping them retain and expand their impact and influence during the post-2014 political and security transition. The journalists are participating in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) that explores how the United States promotes women’s empowerment and the role that the media plays in focusing attention on social causes. In addition to their visit to Washington, D.C., the women will travel to New York City, Salt Lake City, and Tampa/St. Petersburg to discuss such issues as the relationship between media and government, personal safety when reporting in conflict zones, and the role of media in promoting awareness of human and women’s rights. They will also meet with members of the U.S.–Afghan Women’s Council and will participate in a media workshop at the Poynter Institute. IVLP is the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program. For further information, please contact the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at eca-press@state.gov. The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:   External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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