Washington, DC—On February 3, 2016, the WFPG held its annual DC Mentoring Fair at George Washington University. This marks the 11th year the WFPG has hosted a mentoring fair in Washington, DC, and the 7th year that GW co-hosted. Over 150 students and young professionals attended the fair representing several universities including George Washington, Georgetown, American, George Mason, UMD, and Johns Hopkins. The fair gave participants an opportunity to speak with accomplished professionals in fields such as the diplomatic service, international business, journalism, international development, and the UN.

WFPG President Patricia Ellis welcomes mentors and students		Empowering Women and Girls: Lyric Thompson, International Center for Research on Women
US Foreign Service: Ann DeLong, Department of State		International Business: Deborah Conver, Corporate Affairs Solutions International
Foreign Policy and Women’s Leadership: Patricia Ellis, WFPG president		Defense and International Security: Anne Knight, Department of Defense
Regional Focus: Latin America Ambassador Cecilia Nahón		Human Rights and Democracy: Sandra Pepera, National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs: Krystle Norman, Department of State		Global Health and International Development: Ellen Eiseman, Chemonics International
Journalism and Mass Communication: Donna Constantinople, KMA Communications		WFPG mentors and students