CISS Policy Speakers Series Presents: A Discussion on Excellence Through Diversity in Diplomacy and National Security

Date & Time Feb 26 2021 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Speaker(s)
Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley
Audience Open to the Public, Registration Required

Ambassador Abercrombie-Winstanley has over three decades of experience in international diplomacy and was the longest-serving U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Malta. She is a steadfast proponent of achieving excellence through diversity in organizations and breaking down barriers for women and minorities. Sharing over 30 years of experience with us,  Ambassador Abercrombie-Winstanley will discuss the global challenges facing US leaders and  the importance of diversity in national security and diplomatic organizations.

Throughout her 30-year career in international diplomacy, Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley has been a steadfast proponent of achieving excellence through diversity in organizations and breaking down barriers for women and minorities. Among her many senior roles in world affairs, Ms. Abercrombie-Winstanley was the longest-serving U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Malta. She also advised the Commander of U.S. Cyber Forces on our foreign policy priorities and expanded our counterterrorism partners and programs as Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism. In another role as the Secretary of State’s Special Assistant
for the Middle East and Africa, she monitored the election in the Gaza Strip and actively supported gender equality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the first woman to lead a diplomatic mission there. She has also held senior positions at the Defense Department and at the National Security Council of the White House.

This event is off-the-record and will be held virtually over Zoom. You must register in order to attend. Space is limited. Please register today!