New York, NY—On February 25, 2016, the WFPG held its annual NY Mentoring Fair at New York University. Over 150 students and young professionals attended the fair representing several universities including New York University, Columbia University, Princeton University, Mount Holyoke College, Trinity College, Vassar College, University of Pennsylvania. The Fair gave participants an opportunity to speak with accomplished professionals in fields such as the diplomatic service, international business, communications, international development, and the UN. The event was co-sponsored with the NYU Wasserman Career Center, NYU Wagner School of Public Service, NYU International Public Service Association, and NYU Student Association for Global Affairs.  

WFPG President Patricia Ellis welcomes mentors and students		Patricia Ellis briefs the mentors on mechanics of the Mentoring Fair
United Nations: Stefania Piffanelli, OPCW-UN Joint Investigative Mechanism		International Business: Patricia Carreras, IC&A Inc
Corporate Social Responsibility: Melis Tusiray, American Friends of Bucerius/Hey Ladies		Refugees and Humanitarian Assistance: Halima Adams, Church World Service
Empowerment of Women and Girls: Ruth Cowan, The Graduate Center, City University of NY		US Foreign Service: Mitchell Cohn, Department of State, Retired
Peace and Security: Swadesh Rana, World Policy Institute		Regional Focus: Africa Pascale-Emmanuelle Nouama, Jhpiego/Johns Hopkins
Communications and Advocacy: Vesna Jaksic Lowe, Physicians for Human Rights		Defense and Security: Major Adam Sher, United States Military Academy
Human Rights: Peg Christoff, SUNY Stony Brook  Devin Stewart, Carnegie Council		WFPG mentors and students