ABOUT US
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) is an independent international organization that engages, builds, and amplifies an international community of young, dynamic, diverse leaders from all sectors of international affairs to accelerate their impact on global challenges.
Since its inception in 2004, YPFP has forged an international community of over 20,000 professionals from 80 countries who are passionate about working together to produce innovative solutions. Currently, there are branches in Brussels, DC, London, New York, Tokyo, and the Global Branch, which encompasses regions globally. Members do not have to reside in those cities to participate.
WHY YPFP
Expanding members' professional networks through a diverse global community of young professionals.
Increasing members' knowledge of foreign policy through engaging events and peer-led discussions.
Strengthening the leadership skills of YPFP volunteers and members.
Elevating young professionals' voices in the field of foreign policy.
YPFP knows that building a better tomorrow starts with the young leaders today, equipping them with skills and networks to forge new solutions to critical problems. YPFP’s programming and events are just one of the ways we unite and offer our members with tools to address our challenging international climate.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Shem Redie
Allie
Aishwarya
Sean
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Technology Officer
VP of Data Science & AI
Director of Agronomy & Field Science
Ana
Rowan Diaz
Head of Partner Success
Lead Product Architect
MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Founder and
Globally Chair
Joshua J. Marcuse
Executive Secretary
Caroline Royster
CEO, Globally
Aubrey Cox Ottenstein
Co-Chair
Nueteki Akuetteh, MBE
Co-Chair
Jaime Kraut
Merritt Ogle
Aaron Schumacher
Kolby Keo
Steven Chlapecka