Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) is Harvard University's graduate school for public policy and public leadership, offering master's and doctoral programs, executive education, and conducting research and policy analysis on governance, public policy, and international development.
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A Belfer Center Energy Policy Seminar examining how voluntary corporate greenhouse gas reduction commitments interact with public policies. Presentations from researchers on the Salata Institute Corporate Climate Targets Project, followed by Q&A. Hybrid event with in-person seating (Harvard ID required) and Zoom access.
First session of a five-part study group led by Ibrahim Al-Assil examining Syria's political transition, legitimacy, and state capacity.
Address by President Leonel Fernández on democracy and governance in Latin America and the geopolitical implications of current global events. Co-sponsored by the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies.
Second session of the three-part study group on sectarian dynamics in the Middle East with David Patel.
President Julius Maada Bio discusses leadership, democratic resilience, and strategic choice for Sierra Leone and the African continent in conversation with Dr. Zoe Marks. Livestream available; Harvard ID required for in-person seats.
First session of a five-part study group led by Barak Sella examining the US–Israel relationship and its policy implications.
A conversation on leadership across sectors featuring sports, military and civic leaders; in-person at HKS with streaming.
A 60th-anniversary forum featuring a panel of political analysts (Betsy Ankney, John Anzalone, James Carville, Charlie Cook, Byron York, Jonathan Martin) with introductory remarks by Ambassador Caroline Kennedy. Livestream available; Harvard ID required for in-person seats.
Fireside chat with Denis McDonough (Feeding America) and Julie Gehrki (Walmart Foundation) on food affordability and initiatives to close gaps in food access.
Second session of the five-part study group on Syria's post-conflict political order and trade-offs between legitimacy, inclusion, and stability.
Panel examining comparative AI strengths and strategies of the U.S. and China with Jake Sullivan, Ylli Bajraktari, and moderated by Graham Allison. Livestream available; Harvard ID required for in-person seats.
Food for Thought lunch with Rick Levy and Gladys Cisneros on how labor movements and workers are adapting domestically and internationally; lunch will be served. Must register with a valid Harvard email address.
Final session of the three-part study group led by David Patel exploring Sunni–Shi'a sectarian dynamics and regional implications.
Food for Thought conversation with Tim Miller on the state of American politics and what the 2026 midterms may reveal about party trajectories. Lunch will be served; must register with a valid Harvard email address.
Panel moderated by Doug Sosnik with Casey Contres and Jessica Anderson on the future of the Republican Party and emerging conservative operatives. Lunch will be served; must register with a valid Harvard email address.
Conversation with Whitley Yates on political identity, coalition building, and the future of American politics. Lunch will be served; must register with a valid Harvard email address.
A moderated panel examining the 2026 Israeli legislative election, featuring Anwar Mhajne, Eran Schwartz, and Barak Sella; moderated by Edward Djerejian.
Second session of the study group on the historical and contemporary dimensions of the US–Israel relationship.
Pulitzer Prize recipient and NYT Opinion columnist Nicholas Kristof delivers the Malcolm H. Wiener Lecture and joins a conversation on international political economy.
Panel moderated by Jill Lepore on the importance of a well-informed citizenry, featuring Jill Lepore, David French, Steve Inskeep, and Jameel Jaffer. Event will be livestreamed on the IOP YouTube channel; Harvard email required for registration.
Third session of the study group on Syria's reconstruction of political order and governance challenges.
Fourth session of the five-part study group on Syria's transition, covering trade-offs among stability, inclusion, and capacity.
Final session of the five-part study group on Syria's political transition, led by Ibrahim Al-Assil.
Third session of the five-part series on US–Israel relations led by Barak Sella, covering political and strategic evolution.
Fourth session in the study group on the US–Israel relationship and implications for US foreign policy and domestic politics.
Final session of the five-part study group examining the US–Israel relationship, led by Barak Sella.
Research assistant position supporting MEI Fellows on health-related collaborations in the Middle East; requires Arabic proficiency for summarizing interviews and publications. Open to Harvard students.