Washington, DC—On August 10, 2015, as part of the initiative to mentor the next generation of women leaders, the WFPG hosted a panel discussion on career development in international affairs. The panel featured experienced professionals: Angie Bryan, a senior Foreign Service Officer; Stefania Piffanelli, deputy director of the United Nations Information Center (UNIC) in Washington; Mariam Mansury, the community of experts manager for the Institute for Inclusive Security’s National Action Plans team; and moderator Patricia Ellis, president of the WFPG. The panelists shared anecdotes about their career paths, discussed changes within their fields and organizations, and provided insight on the skills critical to succeed and grow.

Panelists Mariam Mansury, Stefania Piffanelli, Angie Bryan, with moderator Patricia Ellis		WFPG President Patricia Ellis opens the discussion
Stefania Piffanelli, deputy director of the United Nations Information Center (UNIC), discusses her careerpath with the UN		Mariam Mansury, community of experts manager for the Institute for Inclusive Security’s National Action Plans team, on developing her career
Angie Bryan speaks to the WFPG on working for the US Foreign Service		Speakers provide insight on building a successful career and changes within their fields
Angie Bryan and Mattie Sharpless, former US Ambassador to the Central African Republic		WFPG audience during the discussion

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