Protocol in Action (updated July 20, 2010)

PDI-POA Members in the News

Elga Sharpe, Chief of Protocol for the Mayor of Los Angeles, was involved in the recent visit of German Chancellor, Angela Merkel to Los Angeles, California. German Missions Website

Protocol in the News

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Protocol Guidance

On-line Cross Cultural Training Web site: these self-paced modules allows you to see how astute you are with traveling abroad. Designed for college students, there is a lot of relevant information.

Vienna Convention on Consular Relations: PDF Link (please use your browser back button to return to this page)

Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations: PDF Link (please use your browser back button to return to this page)

Explanation of academic costumes and ceremonies, such as commencement and honorary degrees, at institutions of higher education: American Council on Education

How to sign up for daily press briefings from the Department of State: Click here

U.S. Department of State Telephone Directory of Key Officers of Foreign Service Posts (unclassified) August 2008: PDF Link (please use your browser back button to return to this page)