The Johns Hopkins Science Policy and Diplomacy Group (JHSPDG) is inviting you to a visit of the Embassy of Egypt’s Cultural and Educational Bureau in Washington, D.C., on the afternoon of Friday, January 26, 2024 (2-5 PM). 

This will be an opportunity to meet with members from the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau of the Embassy of Egypt to learn more about the development of the Egypt – US bilateral relationship in science diplomacy. 

If you are interested in attending, please complete this form by Monday, December 18th, 11:59 PM. A total of 30 JHU graduate students will be selected from SAIS and Baltimore-based graduate schools from the form responses. Please note that an identity check will be required for the visit. If selected, you will be notified via email with further details. 

Are you passionate about sustainable urban agriculture? Do you believe in the importance of fresh, healthy food for all members of our city? 

We invite you to join us for the inaugural Green&Connected Forum, hosted by the Johns Hopkins Science Policy & Diplomacy Group on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 3:30 PM EDT at the Imagine Center for Integrative Learning and Life Design (113 W University Pkwy, Baltimore, MD 21210).

Supported by the Union of Concerned Scientists, Green&Connected aims to promote sustainable urban agriculture in Baltimore City and improve access to fresh, healthy food, all while strengthening the social fabric of our community. This exciting forum will feature renowned experts such as Dr. Keeve Nachman from the Center for a Livable Future, Abby Cocke from the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, and Dr. Alice Reznickova from the Union of Concerned Scientists.  

At the Green&Connected Forum, we'll explore the current state of urban agriculture in Baltimore City, the significance of green spaces in promoting health and wellbeing, and the policies needed to ensure access to fresh food in dense, urban environments. 

And the best part? The forum will conclude with a reception for more intimate interactions among students and experts. 

Graduate students from Baltimore universities and members of the public are invited to attend. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn from and connect with leaders in sustainable urban agriculture. 

To communicate with policymakers, scientists don't just need clear explanations, they need a clear understanding of the people they hope to reach. This workshop will provide strategic tools for understanding and meeting the scientific needs of policymakers. 

At this science communication workshop, communication experts Shenandoah Sowash and Ben Shouse will share how the United States Government Accountability Office engages with the U.S. Congress to provide nonpartisan, actionable information on science and technology. The duo will then help participants apply these principles to their own research and ideas.

Lunch will be provided!

Please join us Tuesday, February 21st from 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET for the Johns Hopkins Science Policy & Diplomacy Group Spring General Body Meeting!

Here, we will talk about:

• An upcoming visit to the United States Congress

• Forthcoming collaborations with the embassies of the Netherlands 🇳🇱, Singapore 🇸🇬, and Japan 🇯🇵

• Green&Connected: Uplifting Baltimore Communities Through Sustainable Urban Agriculture 🌱

• Science Policy 101 Workshop 💡

• and more of our exciting projects and initiatives!

The meeting will be held in the Pre-Clinical Teaching Building, PCTB 113 on the East Baltimore campus (725 N. Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21205)

In the spirit of accessibility, we will be livestreaming the meeting via Zoom

Refreshments will be provided by Atwater’s  

We look forward to seeing you there!