A Message from SIETAR USA Regarding the Events of January 6, 2021 Friends and Colleagues of SIETAR in the USA and around the World: Terrorism is defined in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations as “the unlawful use of force and violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives” (28 C.F.R. Section 0.85). Drawing on this clear and concise definition, we call the mob action against the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 exactly what it was: domestic terrorism against U.S. government officials performing their duties in the center of U.S. government. The fact that it was instigated and encouraged by elected public servants at the highest levels within the government is a serious and profound source of concern, especially in light of those who actively took part.
On behalf of SIETAR USA, its Officers, Board of Directors, and Advisory Council, we condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the violent, criminal, and seditious acts perpetrated by these anti-democratic, anti-republican, xenophobic, racist, and un-American individuals and groups. The FBI is seeking to identify individuals who took part in this insurrection in Washington D.C. They are accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in and around the U.S. Capitol on January 6. If you have any information, you are strongly encouraged to visit fbi.gov/USCapitol. To our continued efforts to combat hatred and facilitate communication and respect—our work is more important now than ever. Together, we will grow stronger. Join us. Brett D. Parry, President |
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Dear Members & Colleagues: The Nominations Committee is pleased to announce that the SIETAR USA Leadership election process has been completed for 2020! We welcome the individuals listed below to renewed and new terms on the Board of Directors for the period January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2023: Communications Director: Rashmi Kapse, Ph.D. Please join us in congratulating these individuals and thanking them for their service to SIETAR USA! |
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NEW: SIETAR USA and Aperian Global Partnership We are pleased to announce a partnership between SIETAR USA and Aperian Global where all online learning available on Aperian Global's GlobeSmart website is now available to SIETAR USA Members at a 20% discount! To learn more, check the Membership Discounts page under 'Get Involved' here on the SIETAR USA website. | The 2020 Margaret D. Pusch Founders Award The Margaret D. Pusch Founders Award is conferred not for a single achievement, but for a lifetime of making a significant impact on the intercultural and diversity fields. SIETAR USA is proud to proclaim Andy Reynolds and Donna Stringer the recipients of the 2020 Margaret D. Pusch Founders Award! Andy and Donna, thank you for your lifetime of contributions, and for making the world a better place. To view the citation presented to Andy and Donna, click here: 2020 Award Citation |
SIETAR USA TAKES A STAND ON RACISM
Recognizing that this could be a very long list, we would like to bring into the room, the name of George Floyd. In the strongest possible terms, SIETAR USA:
The SIETAR USA Ethics Committee and Chair are responsible for the coordination of educational activities designed to support the understanding of and participation in the LIVING CODE. As part of these efforts, the committee presents Critical Incidents to encourage discussion of ethical issues. To participate in these discussions, please visit the Ethics Critical Incidents posted on the Critical Incidents page.
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