Bjorn Schwarzenbach

🇺🇸🇨🇭🇿🇦 Chicago transplant in DC ➡️ Bringing #PublicDiplomacy Online thru Virtual Exchanges *Development *Sustainability *#CulturalDiplomacy

[Bjorn Schwarzenbach @BSchwarzenbach]

Since 1991, there has been a special relationship between #Chicago & #Kyiv as Sister Cities. This week, I can only think about how citizen diplomats & Chicago's Ukrainian diaspora is feeling today!
#CitizenDiplomacy 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦
@ChiSisterCities @SisterCitiesInt @ChicagoKyiv

[Archived: Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot @mayorlightfoot]

We have a substantial Ukrainian population here in Chicago.
We stand in solidarity with our neighbors, friends, sisters and brothers during this critical time.

I will continue to pray for the health and safety of the Ukrainian people during this very dark time 🙏🏾 🇺🇦.

[Bjorn Schwarzenbach @BSchwarzenbach]

@wmata we know there’s delays on the Green line this morning but when will the next Branch Ave-bound train be arriving at Columbia Heights? Google Maps isn’t updating actual arrival times.

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Breaking News: The Washington National Opera is leaving the Kennedy Center after President Trump’s intervention upset artists and donors. The opera has performed there since 1971. https://t.co/WfOomqqTph

[IVLP @StateIVLP]

The positive power of sports! ⚽ Tomorrow, we will hear how sports have strengthened communities and empowered youth in France, Haiti, Kenya, and Taiwan.

Register in advance: https://t.co/0cXarvnbB8

[Megan Janetsky @meganjanetsky]

They fled from their home countries. Now, they’ll compete in Paris for the Olympic refugee team.

@AP followed four refugee Olympians from across the world. Our story with @RenataBritoAP @kugrieshaber & @DaniellaMatar: https://t.co/knrk4AoGIe

[DDOT DC @DDOTDC]

🌞 Good morning, #DC! #BiketoWorkDay is here and our #DDOTDC team is at Canal Park talking about shared spaces for bikes, buses, and pedestrians. 🚲🚌🚶‍♀️ Visit us at this or one of the 100+ #BTWD2024 pit stops from 7-9 AM.

[Department of State @StateDept]

Secretary Blinken joined a local band in Kyiv with a message: Ukraine is standing up for the free world and the free world stands with Ukraine.

[CSIS @CSIS]

LIVE NOW: @CSISHumAgenda's 2024 Washington Humanitarian Forum hosts a discussion on the crossfire between conflict and climate change with @MSF_USA’s @avrilbenoit, @RESCUEorg’s @donnciar, and @CSIS_PPD’s @noamunger.

Watch here: https://t.co/uWIzvJPNcq

[IVLP @StateIVLP]

Don't forget to register! Join us tomorrow for a virtual discussion on ways the arts can promote positive social change. 🖌️ 🎵

Register here: https://t.co/roZqvVXbbp

#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni

[National Mall NPS @NationalMallNPS]

Heads up! Be aware that Saturday, 5/11, around noon, 60 planes representing the history of general aviation will fly down the Potomac and over the National Mall. The permitted event is closely coordinated with the FAA, Secret Service, and other agencies. #WashingtonDC

[Embassy of Poland U.S. @PolishEmbassyUS]

Did you miss the concert? Or were you there and want to relive the enchanting pieces of Paderewski and Chopin - and the surprising, heart-melting encore? Don't worry, we've got you covered - just click below to watch the recording and enjoy every note.
https://t.co/aLSGy7l4jA 2/2

[Bjorn Schwarzenbach @BSchwarzenbach]

A wide range of excellent panelists covering effective implementation & policies for #gender #inclusion with @fnfnorthamerica at the Woman's National Democratic Club ➡️ https://t.co/Yh67ymn6KV

[Stimson Center @StimsonCenter]

🚨Join us TOMORROW for an expert discussion on combating the consequences of climate change in #SouthAsia. Featuring Omair Ahmad, @SorayaKishtwari, @theidlethinker, @sanya_saroha, and @DharamUprety. Moderated by @mahikakhosla.

⏰9:00 - 10:00 AM EDT

https://t.co/nnIqnYR0fi

[Martin Austermuhle @maustermuhle]

This @washingtonian piece by @abeaujon on why and how @wamu885's leaders killed @DCist and laid off 16 reporters is the definitive, must-read account of what happened, and why people who worked there (and may still be there) are angry about it: https://t.co/LdacQRrpSx

[Bjorn Schwarzenbach @BSchwarzenbach]

@BarredinDC Care to share the link or promo code? 😅

[ONE @ONECampaign]

TUNE IN: ONE CEO @ndidiNwuneli joins @Semafor at 11:30 am to talk about changes we can make to ensure the World Bank and the IMF are actually working for everyone.

Watch live 👇

[Global Partnership for Social Accountability @GPSA_org]

IN 30 MINS

We'll be at @counterpartint US office to discuss the transformative potential of civil society in shaping #GlobalDev outcomes.

Drop by 1919 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 425, Washington, DC!

Or join the convo online here: https://t.co/qOBNCV4IFJ

#WBGMeetings #SDGs

[Climate Collective @clim8collective]

Our friends at @GPSA_org alongside @Catalyst2030 , @SYSTEMIQ_Ltd , @BudgITng, and @SharingStrategies are holding a webinar to discuss the vital role of social economy actors in driving collective action for the #SDGs.
Register here https://t.co/1JoZPp138S

[European Union in the U.S. @EUintheUS]

📊 TOMORROW: @VDombrovskis represents the EU at @semafor's World Economy Summit during #SpringMeetings. Hear about how decades of growing global trade are giving way to regional commerce, and the implications for businesses and policymakers. Learn more: https://t.co/laEnYJ3V5K