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We are YPFP
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy accelerates the careers of
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy accelerates the careers of
the next generation of leaders through skill-building programs,
the next generation of leaders through skill-building programs,
elite networking opportunities, and world class thought leadership.
elite networking opportunities, and world class thought leadership.
We empower emerging voices to shape the conversation
We empower emerging voices to shape the conversation
in international affairs and beyond
in international affairs and beyond
We are YPFP
Young Professionals in
ForeignPolicy accelerates the
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy accelerates the
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy accelerates the
careers of the next generation of leaders through skill-building programs, elite
careers of the next generation of leaders through skill-building programs, elite
networking opportunities, and world class thought leadership.
networking opportunities, and world class thought leadership.
We empower emerging voices to shape the conversation in
We empower emerging voices to shape the conversation in
international affairs and beyond
international affairs and beyond
Invest in your Network
Build a high-caliber professional circle.
With 100+ events annually, YPFP provides a constant bridge between emerging talent and global leaders, ensuring you have a seat at the table all year round.
Invest in Your Voice
Refine your perspective. From the Rising Experts writing program to specialized wargaming and policy panels, we provide the edge you need to lead.
Invest in Your Career
Master the tools of the trade.
Gain exclusive entry to off-the-record briefings with ambassadors, policymakers, and industry leaders shaping today’s global affairs.
Invest in Your Future
Stay ahead of the curve. Access dedicated career support, mentorship programs, and a global alumni network that occupies every corner of foreign policy.
Invest in your Network
Build a high-caliber professional circle.
With 100+ events annually, YPFP provides a constant bridge between emerging talent and global leaders, ensuring you have a seat at the table all year round.
Invest in Your Voice
Refine your perspective. From the Rising Experts writing program to specialized wargaming and policy panels, we provide the edge you need to lead.
Invest in Your Career
Master the tools of the trade.
Gain exclusive entry to off-the-record briefings with ambassadors, policymakers, and industry leaders shaping today’s global affairs.
Invest in Your Future
Stay ahead of the curve. Access dedicated career support, mentorship programs, and a global alumni network that occupies every corner of foreign policy.
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Discover our Branches
20 Years of Faces, Places, and Policy
A look back at the moments and members that built a global legacy. Your journey starts where theirs began.
Join a Branch, Build a Network
YPFP branches offer a dynamic array of programs designed to empower young professionals in foreign policy through engaging events, career development opportunities, and networking. With a focus on enhancing leadership skills, our branches regularly host events such as embassy roundtables, graduate school fairs, wargaming sessions, and happy hours.
The Alumni Effect
I joined YPFP because I wanted to get more involved in and learn more about the foreign policy world outside of my job. I’ve been a member for 5 years now and the events have always been a highlight - I love meeting smart, interesting young people who have such unique experiences and insights about the world around us, and I’ve made some really great friends.
Anjali B
Peterson Institute for International Economics
Joined In
2020
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Washington DC
The big reason I keep coming to the events are the people and the community YPFP has. There is such an interesting group of people with various backgrounds that provide great perspectives to the issues and events that are done. I feel like I learn something new every time. Additionally, I have met some of my closest friends through the club and will always be grateful for the relationships I have been able to build through this group.
Robert M.
SSA
Joined In
2024
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Los Angeles
Volunteering as an event manager with YPFP provided me with an opportunity to work on a broad range of topics of my interest, beyond what I was able to do at just my day job. During the Foreign Service examination and interview process I cited my experiences with YPFP on multiple occasions in order to demonstrate my passion for working on foreign policy went beyond my 9 to 5 job and how it provided me with an additional skill-set not otherwise found on my resume.
Will F.
Science and Technology Officer, US Department of State
Joined In
2014
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Washington DC
Y'all are doing great!!!
Andreanna M.
Member and Program Officer, WCAP
Joined In
2020
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Global
YPFP gave me a voice in global policymaking. Representing the U.S. youth delegation wasn’t just an honor, it was a responsibility. I had a renewed sense of purpose and a global network of changemakers.
Pranav S.
Khushi Baby
Joined In
2019
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Global
I joined YPFP because I wanted to get more involved in and learn more about the foreign policy world outside of my job. I’ve been a member for 5 years now and the events have always been a highlight - I love meeting smart, interesting young people who have such unique experiences and insights about the world around us, and I’ve made some really great friends.
Anjali B
Peterson Institute for International Economics
Joined in
2020
·
Washington DC
The big reason I keep coming to the events are the people and the community YPFP has. There is such an interesting group of people with various backgrounds that provide great perspectives to the issues and events that are done. I feel like I learn something new every time. Additionally, I have met some of my closest friends through the club and will always be grateful for the relationships I have been able to build through this group.
Robert M.
SSA
Joined in
2024
·
Los Angeles
Volunteering as an event manager with YPFP provided me with an opportunity to work on a broad range of topics of my interest, beyond what I was able to do at just my day job. During the Foreign Service examination and interview process I cited my experiences with YPFP on multiple occasions in order to demonstrate my passion for working on foreign policy went beyond my 9 to 5 job and how it provided me with an additional skill-set not otherwise found on my resume.
Will F.
Science and Technology Officer, US Department of State
Joined in
2014
·
Washington DC
Y'all are doing great!!!
Andreanna M.
Member and Program Officer, WCAP
Joined in
2020
·
Global
YPFP gave me a voice in global policymaking. Representing the U.S. youth delegation wasn’t just an honor, it was a responsibility. I had a renewed sense of purpose and a global network of changemakers.
Pranav S.
Khushi Baby
Joined in
2019
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Global
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Member Exclusive
From Climate Crisis to Renewable Energy Revolution: the Next Generation of Action & Leadership
Jun 3, 2026
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Frontiers Beyond Borders: Canada-US Space Diplomacy in the Artemis Era
Jun 3, 2026
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The world doesn't stand still, and neither do we.
We’re currently curating our next round of briefings, panels, and networking socials. While we finalize the details, explore our archive of past events, catch up with what YPFP has been up to, or dive into the latest policy analysis on Charged Affairs.
Member Exclusive
From Climate Crisis to Renewable Energy Revolution: the Next Generation of Action & Leadership
Jun 3, 2026
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8:00 PM
ET
Online Only
Open to the Public
Frontiers Beyond Borders: Canada-US Space Diplomacy in the Artemis Era
Jun 3, 2026
·
5:30 PM
ET
Online Only
Member Exclusive
From Climate Crisis to Renewable Energy Revolution: the Next Generation of Action & Leadership
Jun 3, 2026
·
8:00 PM
ET
Open to the Public
Frontiers Beyond Borders: Canada-US Space Diplomacy in the Artemis Era
Jun 3, 2026
·
5:30 PM
ET
Hear from our Rising Experts
The Rising Experts Program is an eight-month writing initiative that helps young professionals sharpen their analytical writing skills, build a portfolio, and publish with top foreign policy outlets. Participants work closely with editors to develop compelling op-eds and policy analysis, gaining hands-on experience and exposure in the field.
Published by
InkStick
Letter from Munich: Militarism in a Post-American World
March 12, 2026
Cathleen Jeanty
Published by
Geopolitical Monitor
Libya’s Wealth Reborn: Can a SWF Flip the Script on Development?
October 23, 2024
Ethan E. Dincer
Get Involved
A Force Multiplier for Leadership
By stepping into a coordinator or lead role, you transition from a consumer of policy to a creator of it, gaining experience in organizational management and strategic oversight. Whether you are organizing high-level embassy roundtables, editing featured articles for the Rising Experts Program, or managing global communications across our Branches, our volunteer-led model ensures that you aren't just joining a network—you are actively building the executive infrastructure that supports your ambitious career goals.
Your Legacy in Global Affairs
Your journey with us doesn't have an expiration date. The Founders Circle is the premier alumni arm of YPFP, curated for seasoned professionals who have progressed into senior leadership and wish to remain with the community. You provide the institutional memory and mentorship that sustains the next generation, while enjoying exclusive access to high-level networking and social engagements with fellow high achieving alumni.
Who We've Worked With
Investing in Global Talent
Partners and sponsors benefit from direct exposure to a highly curated talent pipeline and the opportunity to shape critical discourse across our Programmatic Spheres. Whether your goal is to highlight institutional expertise, foster transatlantic ties, or position your organization at the center of the global conversation, YPFP provides the logistical excellence and global reach to amplify your mission.
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