San Diego Diplomacy Council

San Diego Diplomacy Council Promoting global understanding through dialogue. In cooperation with the U.S.

Department of State, Library of Congress, USAID, and other local and global partners, the San Diego Diplomacy Council brings in over 900 international visitors to San Diego each year. Our visitors are current and emerging leaders and changemakers from across sectors and from over 130 countries. The San Diego Diplomacy Council also arranges professional exchange programs for private clients, includ

ing protocol training sessions, events, and other experiences, offers outbound citizen diplomacy trips, and offers youth leadership programs. Support us in connecting San Diego with the world by donating or joining us as a member today: http://sandiegodiplomacy.org/donate/.

We are thrilled to announce our next outbound trip! This coming January, the San Diego Diplomacy Council invites you and...
09/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce our next outbound trip! This coming January, the San Diego Diplomacy Council invites you and your guest to join our private delegation for a journey through Morocco.

Morocco’s location at the crossroads of Europe and Africa has endowed the country with a richness of culture and heritage preserved and perpetuated to this day. Join our journey through the country's diverse food, music, customs, and architecture as well as a deep dive into the Moroccan legal and political system.

For more information and a link to register, visit our website (link in bio).

Upcoming event hosted by the San Diego Diplomacy Council and SDSU Charles Hostler Institute on World Affairs has changed...
09/01/2026

Upcoming event hosted by the San Diego Diplomacy Council and SDSU Charles Hostler Institute on World Affairs has changed venue to San Diego State University, Tula Community Center.

Now less than two weeks away, don't forget to RSVP for our upcoming Speaker Event: Behind the Ceasefire: The Hidden Diplomacy of the U.S.-Iran Crisis, featuring Giorgio Cafiero, CEO of Gulf State Analytics. This talk will examine the role and interests of countries serving as vital diplomatic bridges between Washington and Tehran, preserving pathways for dialogue and peacemaking.

We hope to see you there on September 14 at 3:30 pm at SDSU's Tula Community Center!

Community Connections🌱🤝Program Officer Jess Mull recently participated in MiraCosta College’s Student Leadership Confere...
08/25/2026

Community Connections🌱🤝

Program Officer Jess Mull recently participated in MiraCosta College’s Student Leadership Conference, connecting with students and sharing her experiences, insights, and leadership journey.

Jess on the experience:
“I enjoyed speaking with the students about the importance of civic engagement and sharing my own experience as a community college student. It was meaningful to reflect on my journey and encourage students to recognize the impact they can have in their communities”

We’re always glad for opportunities to get out into the community, connect with students, and share our experiences. ✨

08/20/2026

✨ Intern Spotlight ✨

A sneak peek at working in SDDC from former Communication Intern Alexis! We’re proud of Alexis and all she accomplished during her time with us! 💙

✈️ Travel the World Without Leaving San Diego! 🌎Join San Diego Diplomacy Council (SDDC) and San Diego World Affairs Coun...
08/18/2026

✈️ Travel the World Without Leaving San Diego! 🌎

Join San Diego Diplomacy Council (SDDC) and San Diego World Affairs Council (SDWAC) for Passport to Diplomacy on September 6, 1–5 PM, at Balboa Park. Enjoy cultural performances, meet global leaders, collect passport stamps, and enter to win a $500 airfare gift card. Free admission - registration required.

📍 International Cottages, Balboa Park
🔗 Register and more information via the link in our bio.

From supporting international exchange programs to helping behind the scenes at events, our Spring 2026 interns truly di...
08/13/2026

From supporting international exchange programs to helping behind the scenes at events, our Spring 2026 interns truly did it all. 🙌

Thank you for your enthusiasm and commitment to advancing community diplomacy. Your creativity and willingness to jump in wherever needed made an ongoing impact. We’re so grateful for everything you brought to SDDC this cohort and are excited to cheer you on in your next chapter.🎉🗺️

The San Diego Diplomacy Council and  invites you to our upcoming event: Behind the Ceasefire: The Hidden Diplomacy Behin...
08/11/2026

The San Diego Diplomacy Council and invites you to our upcoming event: Behind the Ceasefire: The Hidden Diplomacy Behind the U.S.-Iran Crisis, featuring Giorgio Cafiero, CEO of Gulf State Analytics and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University.

This talk will examine the efforts and interests of several countries to serve as vital diplomatic links between Washington and Tehran, preserving dialogue and creating pathways for de-escalation.

Date: Monday, September 14th, 2026
Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm
Location: SDSU, Fowler College of Business, Page Pavilion (3rd floor) in the Student Services East Building
5500 Campanile Dr. SSE-3301, San Diego, CA 92182
Format: In-person

RSVP link can be found in the comments or through the link in our bio.

🌎✨ Welcoming Adrianna Borja as the newest member of the San Diego Diplomacy Council Advisory Board!A former Program Mana...
07/30/2026

🌎✨ Welcoming Adrianna Borja as the newest member of the San Diego Diplomacy Council Advisory Board!

A former Program Manager at SDDC, Adrianna played an important role in advancing international exchange programs, sports diplomacy initiatives, and binational youth engagement, helping create meaningful opportunities for connection and collaboration across borders. As an Advisory Board member, she brings valuable institutional knowledge and experience to help support SDDC’s continued efforts in global engagement and citizen diplomacy.

We look forward to the perspective and contributions Adrianna will bring to this next chapter of the San Diego Diplomacy Council. 🤝🌍

As we celebrate the people who make our mission possible, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Hemant Phadnis and Sam Ca...
07/28/2026

As we celebrate the people who make our mission possible, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Hemant Phadnis and Sam Caulfield for their dedicated service on the San Diego Diplomacy Council Board of Directors. Your leadership, expertise, and commitment have strengthened our mission of fostering international understanding through citizen diplomacy and made a lasting impact on our organization. Thank you for your dedication and for believing in the power of diplomacy to build a more connected world. We are truly grateful for all you have contributed. 🌍💙


07/20/2026

On July 3rd, the San Diego Diplomacy Council held a Global Social Hour, hosted by longterm SDDC supporters. During the evening, a mix of friends and IVLP participants came together for a night of friendship and community. Our executive director, Suela Bala, spoke some words of welcome, reminding us all why we support citizen diplomacy.

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