Around the Institute | Winter 2017

Authors of fiction, memoir, and poetry shared their take on literature’s role in society, the impact of history on storytelling, and their best advice for aspiring writers.

The Institute is a touchstone for people around the world.

The Institute moves to its new 90,000-square-foot Washington, DC, headquarters at 2300 N Street NW.

Starting with a business plan, a bank loan, and a truck, Maria Rios built a multimillion-dollar business from the garbage heap up.

CityLab highlights the innovative urban strategies and leadership that make cities more effective, responsive, and inclusive.

The Financial Security Program is exploring a new idea: link a shortterm savings, or “sidecar,” account to a traditional retirement account.

Over the course of three days of hiking, discussing classic and contemporary texts, and camping, Socrates participants delved into perceptions of the wild and discussed current environmental issues.

The new Project Play 2020 initiative marks the first time industry and nonprofit organizations have come together to increase youth participation in sports.

The Rodel fellowship brings together promising young political leaders for conversations on the principles of Western democracy, the relationship between individuals and their community, and the responsibilities of public service.

A seminar offering young leaders a space to debate European values in a changing and interconnected world.