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MEDIA, COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

World Press Freedom Day (PDF 369KB) - May 3, 2012

Information is power.  Few people can make a living, hold their governments accountable, and educate their children without a healthy supply of free- flowing information. Learn more why media freedom makes societies healthier from our latest Issue-in-Focus on World Press Freedom Day 2012.

GLOBAL ISSUES AND ENVIRONMENT

Earth Day 2012: Mobilizing the Earth (PDF 270KB) - April 23, 2012

Protecting the environment is a responsibility not only for governments. Individuals acting in their local communities can collectively contribute to international change. Earth Day, April 22, is the annual U.S. celebration of the environment and a time for us to assess the work still needed to protect the natural gifts of our planet. Learn more about Earth Day 2012 and U.S. commitments to protect the environment.

U.S. SOCIETY AND CULTURE

International Women's Day and Women's History Month (PDF 417KB) - March 8, 2012

March 8 marks the 101st observance of International Women's Day. The creation of International Women's Day first emerged from the activities of labor movements at the turn of the 20th century in North America and across Europe. In its early years, the day was used to honor the women's rights movement, including advocating for the right to vote, hold public office, and end discrimination in the workplace. Today the day is observed as a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change, and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by women who have contributed to making a difference in their communities and countries.

ECONOMICS AND TRADE

Enterprising Women, Thriving Societies - The Latest eJournalUSA (PDF 299KB) - March 6, 2012

Around the world women entrepreneurs are increasingly visible as they start and grow their ventures into successful small businesses or global enterprises. Yet women’s business potential is far from being fully realized. This issue of eJournal USA encourages women to pursue their entrepreneurial ambitions.

DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS

The 2012 State of the Union: An America Built to Last (PDF 270KB) - January 24, 2012

On Wednesday, January 25th at 9 a.m. Thailand time (January 24th at 9 a.m. EST), President Barack Obama delivered his annual State of the Union Address. Watch the enhanced version of the speech that features graphics, data and statistics.

REGIONAL SECURITY

The 10th Anniversary of 9/11 (PDF 386KB) - September 12, 2011

On this 10th anniversary, we still face great challenges as a nation. We’re emerging from the worst economic crisis in our lifetimes. We’re taking the fight to al Qaeda, ending the war in Iraq and starting to bring our troops home from Afghanistan. And we’re working to rebuild the foundation of our national strength here at home.