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Driving Transformation Through Leadership, Dialogue, and Action on Today's Greatest Challenges
The space bitten out of the globe is a world that is incomplete until Black people are seen as equal and racism is uprooted completely. The outer dashes represent our pillars.
The grey shades are both commitment areas. The first shade is a commitment to Black people and the second is a commitment to Chicago.
APPRECCIA D. FAULKNER
CEO AND FOUNDER
OUR PEOPLE
The staff and board members of the Global Strategies Association are accomplished leaders in their respective domains, encompassing diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, all dedicated to maximizing positive impact for a broad spectrum of individuals. Their collective commitment is to advance the principles and goals of the Association.
OUR IMPACT
The Global Strategists Association (GSA) takes pride in its pivotal role since 2013 in fostering a more inclusive global community. We have consistently led initiatives to raise the voices of those in the margins, with a special focus on the African Diaspora and the Black community. Our efforts are rooted in the belief that every voice matters, and we are dedicated to creating platforms where these voices can not only be heard but also shape global discourse and policy. This commitment to diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission as we continue to break barriers and build bridges in the global community.
WHY WE DO THIS WORK
Leveraging racial equity in foreign policy involves integrating principles of fairness, inclusivity, and justice into the ways a nation interacts with its citizens, other countries and international institutions. Here’s how racial equity can be advanced and applied in U.S. foreign policy.
The History of Racial Inequity In U.S. Foreign Policy
Racial inequity has been embedded in U.S. foreign policy in several ways, reflecting broader patterns of systemic racism and the country’s historical attitudes toward race. Here are some key examples and mechanisms through which racial inequity has influenced U.S. foreign policy.
The Systematic and Deliberate Exclusion of W.E.B. Dubois Scholarship from International Affairs
Racial inequity has been embedded in U.S. foreign policy in several ways, reflecting broader patterns of systemic racism and the country’s historical attitudes toward race. Here are some key examples and mechanisms through which racial inequity has influenced U.S. foreign policy.
The Campaign To Silence Paul Roberson
Racial inequity has been embedded in U.S. foreign policy in several ways, reflecting broader patterns of systemic racism and the country’s historical attitudes toward race. Here are some key examples and mechanisms through which racial inequity has influenced U.S. foreign policy.
The Erasure and Marginalization of Merze Tate in Diplomacy
Racial inequity has been embedded in U.S. foreign policy in several ways, reflecting broader patterns of systemic racism and the country’s historical attitudes toward race. Here are some key examples and mechanisms through which racial inequity has influenced U.S. foreign policy.
Our Board of Directors: Shaping Global Leadership
At the Global Strategists Association, our mission is guided by a distinguished group of leaders who form our Board of Trustees. Committed to driving positive change and promoting the values of our organization, our board members bring a wealth of expertise, experience, and passion to the table.
Meet the exceptional individuals who play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction, ensuring transparency, and upholding the highest standards of governance. Each trustee brings a unique perspective and dedication to advancing our mission of empowering the African Diaspora in global leadership.
Dr. Amara Enyia
Dr. Amara Enyia is an accomplished strategist and public policy expert, specializing in city and state policies, international affairs, and various global regions.
Alex Smith
Ted Williams III is a multifaceted performing artist, educator, and political commentator with a distinguished career.
Morgan James
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