Fostering a World Where Peace and Understanding Prevail

by Theo Spanos Dunfey

As we reflect on the past year, Global Citizens Circle (GCC) remains steadfast in our dedication to fostering a world where peace and understanding prevail. In a time where division often grabs headlines, we stand united in our mission to nurture dialogue, empathy, and collaboration across all boundaries.

As we look forward to the New Year, we are filled with hope and determination. Our purpose is peace, and our path leads to endless possibilities. Join us in celebrating the triumphs of the past year and in continuing this important journey towards a brighter, more peaceful future for all.
 
Your support for Global Citizens Circle beyond our 50th year will help:
• deepen relational activities among emerging and established leaders and respond to their growing demands for our support
• enable us to develop a global network of young peacebuilders and a digital tool for keeping them connected
• ensure the continued development of Dialogue2Action videos with accompanying discussion guides 
• allow for more in-person programming to augment robust online programs 
• expand our partnerships and regional hubs 
 
As always, we appreciate your connection, communication and ongoing support throughout 2024 – and look forward to deepening relationships and creating new ones as we venture into the new year. Together, we can achieve greater peace and understanding in our global communities. 

In September: An incredible event with the American Friends of the Parents Circle - Families Forum in Boston. This event exemplifies the kind of critical conversations Global Citizens Circle has been convening for over 50 years. Left to right: Colette Phillips, Priscilla Lee, Judith Thompson, Robi Damelin, Layla Alsheikh , Phoebe de Larrabeiti, Sean O'Kane, and Theo Spanos Dunfey, with Susmik Lama at the front.

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Theo Spanos Dunfey is president and executive director of Global Citizens Circle. She has over 30 years of global experience in non-profits, higher education, and international affairs. Dunfey is a graduate of the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy at Tufts University, where she earned a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy, concentrating on American diplomatic history, international communication, and international development. It was during her studies at the Fletcher School that she first began volunteering with Global Citizens Circle’s Boston programs. She also earned a bachelor’s in international relations and French at Brown University. With a primary focus on global issues, Dunfey taught international development at the University of New England, led student groups on global citizenship service-learning trips abroad, directed the World Affairs Council of Maine, and produced numerous global editorial conferences for The WorldPaper before taking the helm at Global Citizens Circle. 

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Together, we can achieve greater peace and understanding in our global communities. 
                                                                                                                                ​-Theo Spanos Dunfey