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Joined January 2010
Serving as a Peace Corps volunteer helped steer Marissa Polnerow toward a career in the Foreign Service. Currently on her fourth overseas tour, her work as a public diplomacy officer has taken her to Nepal, Colombia, Kosovo, and now Rwanda where she’s working to enrich the U.S.-Rwandan relationship. View Marissa’s #MakingAStatement at
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During her 18 years as a Foreign Service officer, Lillian Wahl-Tuco counts herself lucky to have served in almost all Foreign Service cones. Following her heart toward public diplomacy, she’s currently the deputy director in @StateIO Public Affairs Office working with stakeholders to represent U.S. democracy, and assisting other countries that seek democracy as well. View Lillian’s #MakingAStatement at https://statemag.state.gov/2025/01/0125mas02/
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Working in the @StateDept has provided Alicia Arendt with countless opportunities and experiences that she never imagined. After 17 years as a public servant, she has visited 60 countries and 35 states all thanks to her career. View Alicia’s #MakingAStatement at
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As an FSN in @USinNigeria, Emmanuel Enejoh works as a regional security technician providing support for all technical security equipment. His involvement in post’s DEIA Council has filled him with pride, allowing him opportunities to give back to his home country. View Emmanuel’s #MakingAStatement at
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Looking at ways that policy and practice could be infused with human rights is what led Zakiya Carr Johnson to public service. As the @StateDept CDIO, she encourages the workforce to embrace DEIA, ensuring that the Department is an inclusive work environment that continues to attract and retain the nation’s top talent. View Zakiya’s #MakingAStatement at
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The @StateDept #Modernization effort has yielded substantial progress across 3 pillars: Critical Missions, Workforce Reforms, Risk and Innovation. Learn more about the implementation of these reforms in the December 2024 issue of @StateMag :
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The @StateDept has positively impacted multiple aspects of Niki Enright’s life. Starting as a contractor, then serving in the Foreign Service and now a civil servant has given her plentiful opportunities to explore a career in public service. View Niki’s #MakingAStatement at
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As a #lawyer and civil society #advocate, Wes Rist made a name for himself in his critique of @StateCSO’s annual report to #Congress on #atrocity #prevention. He now works from the inside helping to prevent issues before they happen. View Wes’ #MakingAStatement at
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As a #scientist, Luz Cumba Garcia always knew she wanted to apply her expertise to something outside of the lab. Working as an @AAAS science and technology fellow in @WHAAsstSecty has allowed her to support #bilateral #policy on #health topics from an informed perspective. View Luz’s #MakingAStatement at
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When faced with limited #job prospects as an #EFM, Leslie Brant joined the @StateDept as a #CLO. For the past two decades, her #motivation for helping the Department’s people has created a #career path to be proud of. View Leslie’s #MakingAStatement at
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Being a #passport specialist has shown Marquand Price the value of #service. Working in #NewOrleans with @TravelGov, she assists U.S. citizens daily in obtaining passports in order to help them travel around the world. View Marquand’s #MakingAStatement at
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As @StateDept chief medical officer, Dr. Ayan Noor oversees operations for #MED and leads a team of #medical professionals who provide excellent services and ensure the #health and #well-being of the #diplomatic corps and Department employees. View Ayan’s #MakingAStatement at
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A #geographer by trade, Dr. Susan Wolfinbarger serves in @StateCSO as chief geospatial information officer. By leveraging new #technologies, #data feeds, and methods of gathering #information, she is able to help #policymakers have more actionable information that they can rely on. View her #MakingAStatement at
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For 49 years, Bruce Cole has supported #diplomats through roles in #HR, #mentoring, and helping to advance @StateDept #careers. Currently as deputy executive director, his office provides #administrative support for @EconAtState @EnergyAtState @GPatState @SubnationalDip and the Office of Global Food Security. View Bruce’s #MakingAStatement at
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