For over 20 years, the Hometown Diplomat program has connected the Department of State directly with the American people. To date, over 2,000 Civil Service and Foreign Service employees have explained their work by speaking to audiences across the country about their lives, careers, and how the State Department’s work impacts American communities.
Your direct connection to the community plays a crucial role in making the program impactful. As a Hometown Diplomat, you will take the lead in coordinating engagements. If you already have relationships with schools or organizations in your hometown, start there. If assistance is needed, we are committed to providing you with dedicated guidance and support throughout the process. After you register, a member of our team will contact you in three to five business days.
Program Criteria
- Available for at least a portion (2-4 hours) of one day of public outreach activities.
- Demonstrate public speaking ability.
- Willing to participate in media interviews as deemed appropriate by the Press Office (GPA/PRS) and the Office of Public Liaison (GPA/PL).
- Maintain flexibility and enthusiasm under varying circumstances.
- Submit photos, with captions, taken during the presentation. Photos will become the property of the Department and will be considered for potential use on various Department platforms.
Additional Information
- Hometown Diplomats can earn administrative leave from their bureau for the time spent participating in outreach activities.
- Public Liaison asks for thirty days advance notice before target program time to help advise, coordinate, and track with other domestic outreach; and one month if the Hometown Diplomat will need PL's assistance.
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