The Africa Seminar provides participants the opportunity to explore the social, cultural, political, environmental, and economic developments of Africa. Endowed with large natural wealth and possessing a young and still growing population, Africa is undergoing major transformations. Key global powers including the United States, China, the European Union, India, and Russia, are playing an increasing role in shaping the destiny of the continent. Despite continuing autocracy, corruption, and inequality, Africa is emerging as a key factor in the national security and economic calculations of the United States, China, and other key players. Drawing upon the knowledge and experience of a diverse group of prominent experts, this workshop will explore the social, political, and economic developments on the African continent and address current issues and trends that will affect U.S. national security interests in the years ahead. Talks are informal and off-the-record.

Website: http://publicpolicyseminars.com/area-studies-seminar/africa-seminar/

Category

Supplemental Course

Target Population(s)

General Officers (O-7, O-8, and O-9), AD, AFR, and ANGSES/DISES members (Tiers 1, 2, and 3) Colonels (O-6), AD, AFR, and ANGGS-15 participants

Chief Master Sergeants (E-9), AD, AFR, and ANG

Provider

Alan L. Freed Associates

Location

Washington, D.C. area

Length and Frequency

3 days 1 session per year (as needed)

Funding

HAF-funded expenses: Course tuition (includes program materials and some meals). Unit-funded expenses: Lodging, partial per diem (meals not included in tuition), travel to/from course, ground transportation, miscellaneous expenses.

Pre-Coursework and Special Requirements

Participants must complete an online registration form.*Joint Tracking Talent Management (JTTM)credit eligibility.