Honoring the 2023 Vermont Council on World Affairs (VCWA) Person of the Year: Tim Rieser
Join us on October 12, 2023 (6 - 8 pm) for our Annual Peace Celebration, where we will honor our 2023 Person of the Year, Tim Rieser. This award is given annually to someone who, in VCWA's view, embodies the qualities inherent in promoting international understanding and building ties between the US and the world.
Tim Rieser
Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to Senator Patrick Leahy
A distinguished Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to Senator Patrick Leahy for 37 years, Rieser's work has helped create a more peaceful world for future generations. Rieser is a true diplomat and a champion of peace. His instrumental contributions to shaping U.S. foreign policy encompass critical issues ranging from human rights to global health, international environmental conservation, and a wide range of other foreign assistance programs.
Throughout his career, Tim Rieser has left an indelible mark on the international stage and has shown a longstanding commitment to diplomacy, peace, and global security. Rieser's work has spanned the globe, from the Balkans to the Middle East to Africa. He has played a key role in negotiating peace agreements, resolving conflicts, and promoting human rights.
https://www.vcwa.org/person-of-the-year
Please register at:
https://www.vcwa.org/2023-idp-registration
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