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Keeping Americans Safe

From evacuating U.S. citizens in crisis zones to coordinating life-saving aid, Foreign Service Officers play a vital but often invisible role in keeping Americans safe abroad. This firsthand story highlights the high-stakes decisions and quiet heroism behind U.S. diplomacy and humanitarian missions.

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Improving Life for Millions of Kids

Through diplomacy and targeted humanitarian work, Foreign Service Officers and USAID professionals are transforming the lives of children across the globe. This story reveals how their efforts shape healthier futures for millions of kids.

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