A trademark event of UNICEF-Georgetown, the 9th UNICEF-Georgetown International Development Conference served to provide a valuable platform for Georgetown students to interact with accomplished representatives of prominent organizations in the greater Washington, DC area through thought-provoking and intimate discussions on various international development topics. In line with a United Nation Millennium Development Goal, the conference theme of universal education emphasized the significance of education for one and all to empower minds and inspire ambitions that culminate in the betterment of the global community. Participants attended workshops that explored issues related to international health, international business, governance, and environmental sustainability, as well as engaged in informal dinner conversations with field experts. In addition to the captivating workshop sessions conducted by representatives from the World Bank, IAEA, Global Health Council, FINCA and Brookings Institution among several others, Cynthia McCaffrey, UNICEF Chief of Staff, delivered an inspirational speech as keynote speaker to round up yet another successful UNICEF-Georgetown conference.
