October 20, 2022 | 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
DACOR Bacon House
Ticketing Open
In recognition of the role that the men and women of the American Foreign Service perform in support of U.S. foreign relations, the board of the Diplomacy Center Foundation (the Foundation) is honored to present the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) with the 2022 Excellence in Diplomacy Award at a special award dinner hosted by the Foundation on October 20, 2022.
We invite you to join us in this celebration of AFSA and the vital work it does to aid those who represent America’s first line of defense for U.S. security, prosperity, and democratic values. AFSA, which over 85 percent of active-duty Foreign Service members have joined, provides services as both a labor union and professional association. AFSA protects the interests of American diplomats and supports their work, which involves crucial issues of war and peace, as is seen in the on-going conflict in Ukraine. It involves humanitarian relief efforts as well as negotiating and monitoring trade and business relations to strengthen and grow our domestic economy.
The event includes a reception and seated award dinner at the historic DACOR Bacon House on 1801 F Street that has remained a testament to America’s diplomatic heritage for almost 200 years.
All proceeds from this benefit will support the campaign to create the National Museum of American Diplomacy.
Ticket and Sponsorship
Tickets and sponsorship can be purchased here.
The Diplomacy Center Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and as such, your gift is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law. The Diplomacy Center Foundation’s tax ID number is 51-0398806.
Health and Safety
To ensure the health and safety of our guests, the Foundation is requiring guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Ticket purchasers are responsible for communicating these rules to whomever they purchase tickets for. Guests who do not comply with these policies will not be admitted.
The Diplomacy Center Foundation is actively monitoring CDC, local, and federal guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19. Additional health measures may be implemented and will be communicated to ticket holders in advance of the event.
- Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and a valid photo ID are required to attend.
- Individuals with a medical condition that prevents vaccination must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted no more than 72 hours prior to attending the event.
If you are unable to attend the Excellence in Diplomacy Award, the following refund options are provided:
- Donate your ticket and receive a tax deduction for the total ticket value;
- Exchange your ticket for a credit to future DCF paid events; or
- Receive a full refund for the value of the ticket.
About the Award
In 2019, the Diplomacy Center Foundation created the award for Excellence in Diplomacy to honor an individual or group with distinguished service in American diplomacy. Epitomized by the motto “Service, Leadership, and Legacy,” recipients are selected for their service to country, leadership in advancing American diplomacy, and legacy for future generations. The Award is presented at a dinner that features a special program to highlight the recipient’s accomplishments and service in advancing American diplomacy. Concluding the event is the presentation of the award: a medallion– personalized with the recipient’s name – and a certificate highlighting their accomplishments. The Award’s 2019 recipient was the Honorable James A. Baker, III, 61st U.S. Secretary of State.
