San Diego Diplomacy Council

The San Diego Diplomacy Council recently hosted a delegation of senior officials and experts from across Eurasia for a program on US-European Security Challenges as part of the Department of State and International Visitor Leadership Program. The group engaged in timely discussions on San Diego's leadership in global security and economic competitiveness, gaining insider understanding into how our leading companies and organizations are working with transatlantic partners to address shared challenges in a rapidly changing world.

Thank you to our partners at San Diego Regional EDC, General Atomics - Aeronautical Systems, Skapa by Saab, SDMAC, US-MX BPP for contributing to this opportunity to strengthen dialogue and build important connections for our region 🤝✨

Join us on June 3 from 5–7 PM at the University Club as we celebrate the power of people‑to‑people diplomacy right here in San Diego. Meet inspiring leaders, reconnect with friends, and support the programs that bring the world to our city. 🌍🤝

You’ll have the chance to connect directly with professionals working in global diplomacy and discover meaningful ways to get involved in international exchange. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just diplomacy‑curious, this is the night to connect, celebrate, and spark something meaningful.

Tickets are available through our Linktree — see you there for a night of purpose, views, and vibrant conversation!

Safe travels to our YLAI Fellows! At SDDC, we’re so grateful for the opportunity to connect with such inspiring emerging leaders from across the Americas and to share meaningful moments of connection, conversation, and cultural exchange along the way. A heartfelt thank you to everyone in San Diego who welcomed our Fellows with such warmth and generosity 💛

While we already miss our Fellows, we are excited to stay connected and continue cheering them on. We look forward to following the growth of their businesses, and continuing the friendships and collaborations formed here in San Diego.

Diplomacy begins with dialogue 🌎✨Jess Mull and Isaac Finestone represented the San Diego Diplomacy Council at Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, sharing the importance of cross-border collaboration, youth leadership, and diplomacy in building stronger communities. Inspired by the momentum of the Binational Youth Summit, they also shared their vision for the next summit in Tijuana.

Many thanks to UABC and the Comite Binacional Unidos por la Niñez for the invitation and for your support in planning the next summit. We’re grateful for your help reaching new groups of people to support this growing binational program.

¡Sigamos avanzando juntos!

Meet Jefferson from Ecuador hosted by Connect English during his YLAI journey in San Diego. He’s been exploring the city, collaborating with local leaders, and even created YouTube videos sharing his experience 🎥. Want to see more of Jefferson and his fellows’ adventures around SD? Check the link in bio 🔗

Over the past weeks, YLAI Fellows have connected with founders, investors, nonprofit leaders, educators, and innovators who are creating impact through entrepreneurship, leadership, and community engagement. From pitch workshops and startup ecosystem discussions to leadership projects, every experience dedicated for the growth of the emerging entrepreneurs and fostering collaboration in San Diego🌎🚀

Join us for an unforgettable evening of citizen diplomacy as the San Diego Diplomacy Council brings together community leaders, supporters, and friends to celebrate the power of people‑to‑people diplomacy 🤝 Happening June 3 at the University Club in Downtown San Diego ✨ Get your tickets via the link in bio!

San Diego Diplomacy Council are happy to share two upcoming events organized by our citizen diplomats: the Shield of Freedom Event in Coronado on Sunday, May 17, and a special Meet & Greet with Lebanese Member of Parliament and renowned scientist Najat Aoun Saliba on Saturday, May 16 at St Ephrem Maronite Catholic Church in El Cajon.

We encourage everyone to attend, invite family and friends, and take part in these meaningful gatherings that celebrate leadership, dialogue, and the power of community engagement.

YLAI Fellows and Connect English have an evening of American comfort food from cooking together, exchanging stories, and building friendships 🥧 🎶

🌎✨ YLAI (Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative) connects entrepreneurs and emerging leaders from across the Americas to foster collaboration, leadership, and cross-cultural exchange. Their days are filled with connecting, exploring, and developing in San Diego !!

Stay in touch for future adventures from Fellows🗺️

San Diego Diplomacy Council invites you to an evening of citizen diplomacy and impact where global connections start at the community level !!

Connect with community leaders, supporters, and friends for a special fundraiser celebrating the power of people-to-people diplomacy 🤝 Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the world of international exchange, we’d love to see you there on June 3 at the University Club located in Downtown San Diego ✨

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