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IGE Marks 10th Anniversary

01 September 2010

September 2010 marks the Institute for Global Engagement's 10th anniversary and commences a year-long celebration of a decade of achievements. IGE's innovative global programs have contributed to the advancement of religious freedom throughout Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Read more: IGE Marks 10th Anniversary

IGE Talks with Vietnam Television on US-Vietnam Relations

02 August 2010

On June 23, 2010, IGE President Dr. Chris Seiple spoke to reporters from Vietnam Television (VTV4) about the 15 years of bilateral relations between Vietnam and the United States and religious freedom in Vietnam.

Read more: IGE Talks with Vietnam Television on US-Vietnam Relations

IGE Hires Program Officer for Religion, Security, and Gender

31 July 2010

The Institute for Global Engagement is pleased to announce that Kristen Lundquist will join the organization as Program Officer for Religion, Security, and Gender. In this position Lundquist will oversee IGE's Women for Peace initiative and its initiatives in majority-Muslim countries.

Read more: IGE Hires Program Officer for Religion, Security, and Gender

IGE Talks with Vietnam Television on Vietnam-US relations and Religious Freedom in Vietnam

28 June 2010

On 23 June, Dr. Chris Seiple, President of the Institute for Global Engagement, spoke to reporters from Vietnam Television (VTV) about the 15 years of bilateral relations between Vietnam and the United States (U.S.) and religious freedom in Vietnam.

Read more: IGE Talks with Vietnam Television on Vietnam-US relations and Religious Freedom in Vietnam

IGE’s Founder Remarks on Religious Freedom for America Abroad Media

03 May 2010

IGE's founder, Ambassador Robert Seiple, spoke on "Why is International Religious Freedom Important to the US?" in an interview for America Abroad Media. The interview was part of a feature on religious freedom promotion in Vietnam.

Read more: IGE’s Founder Remarks on Religious Freedom for America Abroad Media

IGE's Relational Diplomacy Results in Historic Accord

05 April 2010

On 30 March 2010, IGE signed an agreement with the Lao government to deepen and expand religious freedom there in a manner that builds social stability and encourages sustainable development. The accord capped a 10-day trip to Vietnam and Laos through which IGE's relational diplomacy engaged leaders at the national and local levels.

Read more: IGE's Relational Diplomacy Results in Historic Accord

Obama Pressed to Appoint an Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom

30 March 2010

A joint letter, co-sponsored by the Institute for Global Engagement (IGE) and Freedom House, was delivered to President Obama on 30 March.

Read more: Obama Pressed to Appoint an Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom

IGE Senior Fellow Suhail Khan attends the fourth "Nyon Process" meeting in Istanbul, Turkey

15 March 2010

IGE Senior Fellow Suhail Khan attended the fourth "Nyon Process" meeting in Istanbul, Turkey, in March 2010. The Nyon Process, a sub-dialogue of the United Nation's Alliance of Civilizations, convenes faith-based actors and secular institutions to discuss peace-building. 

Read more: IGE Senior Fellow Suhail Khan attends the fourth "Nyon Process" meeting in Istanbul, Turkey

Lecture Series and Certificate in Religion and Conflict Resolution

10 March 2010

Offered with Nyack College, this certificate program consists of 3 lectures and 6 luncheon seminars. The next lecture will be offered by E.J. Dionne on Thursday, 29 April, 6:30-9:00pm.

Read more: Lecture Series and Certificate in Religion and Conflict Resolution

IGE President Chris Seiple Addresses National Security Agency

10 February 2010

Dr. Chris Seiple addressed the National Security Agency (NSA) at the 2010 Religious Diversity Symposium, the 2nd-ever religion and security forum at NSA.

Read more: IGE President Chris Seiple Addresses National Security Agency

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  • Dr. Peter Berger Joins IGE's Board of Advisors
  • The Institute for Global Engagement Appoints Chief Strategy Officer
  • Suhail Khan Speaks at United Nations Forums
  • Michael Gerson appears on PBS’ "The NewsHour"
  • IGE Senior Fellow Suhail Khan Defends the Freedom of Muslim Americans Following the Tragedy of Fort Hood
  • IGE Program Officer Hien Vu Participates in Vietnamese Provincial-level Training Seminar
  • Suhail Khan Participates in Christian-Muslim Dialogues for Greater Understanding
  • Routledge to Publish "The Review of Faith & International Affairs"
  • IGE Contributes Reading List to "Foreign Affairs"
  • IGE Welcomes New Members to its Team

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