The rise of social media — a soft power asset — is changing how countries respond to global events and persuade people around the world.
Laura Brackmann

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Freedom of the press is not just important to democracy; it is democracy.
Walter Chronkite

Press

Peoria Magazine

Each year’s PAWAC is featured alongside other nonprofits and civil society organizations in the Community Impact Edition.
Teaching about the role of diplomacy
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Council
Highlighting international trade in the Central Illinois economy
Spotlighting area professionals
Providing programming information for the local events calendar
Updating PM’s blog with high-quality content on international affairs
Adding insight on mainstay foreign policy topics like Russia

Peoria Journal Star

Contextualizing international relations for a local audience
Informing the dialogue on Latin American diplomacy
Celebrating local students
Highlighting the importance of foreign policy
Participating in civil discourse on international relations
Updating the public on hot spots around the globe
Reporting tournament results

Local TV Coverage

Holding dialogue about peace and conflict
Updating local tv viewers on the Arab Spring
Conversing with visiting dignitaries

European Union Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Promoting strong transatlantic ties
Unpacking crisis in the EU

Other Publications

Informing public radio listeners on the US-China trade war
Covering diplomatic visits in Central Illinois
Bringing international education to your plate
Presenting alternate visions of peace in the Middle East
Staying relevant during the global pandemic
Keeping the public informed of coming events