Africa-Development View all
Seeing the glass half-full: Economic opportunities in the developing countries
In his famous TED talk “Plutocrats, Pitchforks are coming”, the billionaire venture capitalist Nick Hanauer says “Capitalism works works because…More
Why global development is crucial to the future of mankind
Early 1890s, two parents in Kumbakonam, India, couldn’t afford to provide for their children as needed, so they sent their only son…More
Need for a more engaged diaspora in development of the third-world
One often meets people in the diaspora who, at some point, had every intention of going back to their country…More
Africa-Tech View all
Nigeria’s micro-lending Startup QuickCheck uses machine learning to credit-score borrowers
In a bid to increase access to credit across the country, Nigerian micro-lending startup QuickCheck is using machine learning to…More
LAC Development View all
Our Caribbean in 2040, Let’s Jump!
Imagine our Caribbean, our #OneCaribbean, becoming the world’s first climate smart zone—a collection of economies that thrive on renewable energy…More
International Events View all
Reception at the Embassy of France
Jun 21, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – How about traveling to France without airport hustle, jet lag,…etc? This event is a showcase of France and French culture. This is NOT a wine tasting event as such. However, it is all-you-can-drink French Wines Event (few selected French wines though). – We will meet and socialize with French professionals, business people and diplomates at […]
Young professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) Annual Gala
Nov 10, 2018 – Nov 11, 2018 @ 8:00 pm – 1:00 am – Young Professionals in Foreign Policy cordially invites you to our 2018 Affairs of State Gala. This year’s gala is the culmination of our Burst Your Bubble campaign. Through Service Projects, Dinner & Dialogue events, and Speakers, our campaign seeks to challenge your thinking, expand your community, and bring you to different places around town. The […]
Kompa, Zouk & Kizomba Night at the Port!
Nov 24, 2018 @ 10:00 pm – Starting September 15, on every other Saturday evening, from 10p through 1a, we will clear a section of the floor for you to dance the evening away to the best of old and new school Kompa, Zouk and Kizomba, spun by the DMV’s very own DJ Vasco! Join us!! PS- there will be NO cover […]