Film Screening Event

Film Screening Luncheon

With Anastasia Lin, Miss World Canada
The Bleeding Edge

A narrative thriller based on true events, by Peabody Award winning director Leon Lee, starring Miss World Canada Anastasia Lin.

TIME:  Monday, Oct. 16, 12pm-2pm

(film screening at 12pm-1:30pm, panel discussion at 1:30pm-2pm)
LOCATION: Rayburn House Office Building 2168 (Gold Room)

RSVP:  https://bleedingedge.eventbrite.com/ 

Synopsis:
In the early 2000’s, the increasing spread of information technology was fast becoming a perceived threat to the Chinese communist regime. Western technology companies were paid large sums to develop a high-profile project dubbed “The Golden Shield Project” aimed to censor and restrict internet access as well as monitor the activities of Chinese citizens.

 

When a young western tech executive based in China suffers from heart failure on the job, he receives a heart transplant from an unknown donor. Once he discovers the horrific truth behind his operation, he risks his life to help save the next victim and find redemption.

Watch trailer at http://thebleedingedgemovie.com/

 

Panel Discussion: Organ Harvesting in China

 (1:30pm-2pm)

 

Speakers: 

Anastasia Lin, Miss World Canada 2015 & 2016

Matthew Robertson, China Researcher, Human Rights Law Foundation

Graduate Student Opportunitiy

The United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) would like to formally invite graduate students from the George Washington University to join their Graduate Fellows program!

The UNA-NCA Graduate Fellows Program provides an opportunity for Washington, D.C. area graduate students interested in international affairs, development, trade, finance, and related disciplines to explore the role of the United Nations within the context of modern global affairs and other international organizations.  The UNA-NCA Graduate Fellows Program offers participants the chance to build strong professional and academic skills through relevant internship experiences and a series of seminars on global issues and the United Nations. 

Since it was initiated in 1991 by officials of the UNA-NCA, with the mission of bringing together the resources of the organization and the 15 members of the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area, the program has involved over 500 students and 40 international organizations.  UNA-NCA’s access to the United Nations system of agencies and a diverse range of professional relationships has helped make this program one of the most successful UNA programs in the country.

Our program includes seminar sessions, membership in the UNA-USA GenUN Program, an opportunity to be mentored by a senior Washington, D.C.-based professional, incredible networking opportunities, and the production of a publishable article on a relevant UN related topic.

The deadline for the Spring 2018 UNA-NCA Fellows Program applications is Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 5 pm.  

For more information please their website.

Full-Time Job Opportunity

Vice President, Development

Full Time, National Bureau of Asian Research 

WA, US

Job Description and Info below:

NBR is entering into a new phase in its fundraising efforts. We are expanding our development team and seeking the right person to take the development reins and exponentially increase our institutional support. Reporting to the President, the Vice President (VP) of Development serves as a key leadership team member and an active participant in making strategic decisions affecting The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR). Working with the President, this position is responsible for all fundraising and development activities. The VP of Development will be responsible for designing and implementing the institution's fundraising strategy, setting up a fundraising model and processes, and, specifically, developing a comprehensive plan for developing key external alliances by cultivating individual and philanthropic support.
Our ideal candidate thrives on networking and building relationships to secure major gifts, legacy gifts, and corporate and foundation support.  The right person for the job will think quickly on his/her feet, value the written word as well as the spoken, and enjoy the challenge of making a pitch and in some cases "the ask."
About NBR
NBR conducts advanced independent research on strategic, political, economic, globalization, energy, and health issues affecting U.S. relations with Asia. Drawing upon an extensive network of the world's leading specialists and leveraging the latest technology, NBR bridges the academic, business, and policy arenas. NBR disseminates its research through briefings, publications, conferences, Congressional testimony, and email forums, and by collaborating with leading institutions worldwide. Asia-policy experience is not required; however, the VP must be able to successfully articulate NBR's activities and research agenda to prospective supporters in order to raise money.
Responsibilities

The VP, Development will have primary responsibility for establishing and implementing the infrastructure needed to grow a multi-million dollar budget through the solicitation of major gifts, legacy gifts, corporate and foundation support, and fundraising events.
She or he will expand and diversify NBR's donor base and work closely with other team members to secure funding for new initiatives and projects. In addition, the VP will work closely with the development committee of the board of directors to design and implement NBR's overall fundraising strategies.
It is expected that the amount raised by NBR will increase in future years as the VP, Development systematically and effectively strengthens the organization's overall fundraising capacity.
Support and partner with the President and board members on all major fundraising initiatives.
Collaborate with the Senior Vice President, Strategy and Finance to develop and implement NBR's financial strategy in relationship to NBR's fundraising.
Actively work with the President and senior staff to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy to include corporate, foundation, government grants, etc.
Have primary responsibility for development and execution of all institutional proposals.
Oversee research funding sources and trends, with foresight, to help position NBR ahead of major funding changes or trends.
Monitor all donor information; provide and present statistical analysis to board and senior leaders.
Develop and implement a stewardship program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors.
Monitor and report regularly on the progress of the development program.
Supervisor Director, Board and Corporate Relations.

Qualifications

Demonstrated success in raising funds in the millions.
10-plus years of experience in a senior development role.
Experience working directly with and presenting to a board of directors.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; ability to effectively articulate and pitch the organization's mission, programs, and activities.
Experience constructing and implementing a multi-year strategic development plan.
Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 20 percent).
High energy and passion for NBR's mission is essential.
Ability to work independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside NBR; flexible and adaptable style.
Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.

Application Instructions
The deadline for applications is Sunday November 5. To apply, submit a Resume, Cover letter, and references at this link.  

Spring 2018 Internship

Congressional-Executive Commission on China

Deadline: November 1, 2017

The Congressional-Executive Commission on China (www.cecc.gov) is offering paid internships to qualified undergraduates, graduate students, or recent graduates this coming Spring in Washington, D.C. Interns must be U.S. citizens. The application deadline is November 1, 2017 for the Spring 2018 internship, which runs from approximately January 2018 to May 2018. Spring internships are part-time; interns are expected to work from 15 to 20 hours per week. See application instructions below.

CECC internships provide significant educational and professional experience for undergraduates, graduate students, or recent graduates with a background in Chinese politics, law, and society, and strong Chinese language skills.

Interns work closely with the Commission and its staff on the full array of issues concerning human rights, the rule of law, and governance in China (including criminal justice, institutions of democratic governance, environmental issues, religious freedom, freedom of expression, ethnic minority rights, women’s rights, etc.).

Interns perform important research support tasks (often in Chinese), attend seminars, meet experts from the United States and abroad, and help draft Commission analyses. Click here for CECC analysis of recent developments in the rule of law and human rights in China. Interns may also perform research for the Commission’s Political Prisoner Database, which has been accessible by the public since its launch in November 2004 (click here to begin a search).

Spring 2018 interns will be paid $10/hour. Those unable to apply for Spring 2018 internships may apply for the Summer (June-August) or Fall (September-December) internships. Further details are available on the Commission’s website at http://www.cecc.gov/about/employment-opportunities.  

Qualifications:

• Interns must be U.S. citizens.
• Interns should have completed at least some China-related coursework. It is also desirable that they have some background in one or more of the specific human rights and rule of law issues in the CECC legislative mandate.
• Interns should be able to read Chinese well enough to assist with research in newspapers, journals, and on websites. More advanced Chinese language capability would be a plus. The successful candidate for an internship often will have lived or studied in mainland China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan.
• Our interns are generally undergraduates, graduate students, or recent graduates, but others are also welcome to apply.

Application instructions for Spring 2018:

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of two references to the CECC via e-mail to Judy Wright, Director of Administration, at judy.wright@mail.house.gov by November 1, 2017. Applications must be received by our office no later than 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time on November 1. Please discuss in your cover letter how your professional goals, interests, and background relate to the Commission’s legislative mandate regarding human rights and the rule of law in China. No phone calls, please.

CHECK IT OUT! AHS presents North Korea Debate at GW

The Alexander Hamilton Society

presents

Trump and North Korea:

Brinkmanship or Belligerency?

on Wednesday, October 4th at 7pm
at the Betts Theatre in the Marvin Center 

The Alexander Hamilton Society, which strives to intensify civil debate on campus on the most controversial foreign policy issues is hosting this debate moderated by Professor Henry R. Nau. The special guests, Person and Kroenig, are two highly respected academics/policy analysts who differ in their approach to North Korea. Attendees will be able to learn more about the North Korean crisis and how it might change their lives if it is not handled properly.

Click here to view the Flyer

Asia Events Weekly Roundup: October 1 - October 7

Every week, Asia on E Street compiles a list of upcoming free Asia-related think tank talks, panel discussions, and other such events in Washington DC.

Our Asia Events Weekly Roundup for October 1 - October 7:

China’s Economy After the Party Congress

Monday, October 2, 9:30am-10:30am

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

http://carnegieendowment.org/2017/10/02/china-s-economy-after-party-congress-event-5704

Defense Cooperation in the West Pacific: Countering Chinese and North Korean Threats

Monday, October 2, 12:00pm-2:00pm

Hudson Institute

https://www.hudson.org/events/1463-defense-cooperation-in-the-west-pacific-countering-chinese-and-north-korean-threats102017

Central Asia’s New Dilemma

Wednesday, October 4, 4:00pm-5:30pm

CSIS (Center for Strategic and International Studies)

https://www.csis.org/events/central-asia%E2%80%99s-new-dilemma

ASEAN and the South China Sea

Wednesday, October 4, 3:30pm-5:00pm

George Washington University Organization of Asian Studies

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzbpxa0a625ytJPGM_JbbA5Q6nc7ayLBjqIcehowyQ4lyt8Q/viewform

Silk Road 2.0: US Strategy Towards China’s Belt and Road Initiative

Thursday, October 4, 9:00am

Atlantic Council

http://www.atlanticcouncil.org/events/upcoming-events/detail/silk-road-20-us-strategy-towards-china%E2%80%99s-belt-and-road-initiative

Sixteen Years and Counting in Afghanistan: What’s Next for America’s Longest War?

Thursday, October 5th, 10:30am-12:00pm

Wilson Center

https://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/sixteen-years-and-counting-afghanistan-whats-next-for-americas-longest-war

Book Launch: The China Order: Centralia, World Empire, and the Nature of Chinese Power

Thursday, October 5, 4:00pm-5:00pm

CSIS (Center for Strategic and International Studies)

https://www.csis.org/events/book-launch-china-order-centralia-world-empire-and-nature-chinese-power

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister on Relations with the U.S.

Thursday, October 5, 9:30am-11:00am

United States Institute of Peace

https://www.usip.org/events/pakistans-foreign-minister-relations-us

Japan’s Choices: The Challenges Ahead Post-Election

Thursday, October 5th, 4:00pm-5:15pm

Wilson Center

https://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/japans-choices-the-challenges-ahead-post-election

Demystifying the Chinese Party Congress

Friday, October 6, 9:00am-12:15pm

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

http://carnegieendowment.org/2017/10/06/demystifying-chinese-party-congress-event-5707

10th Annual Conference on China’s Economic Development & U.S.-China Economic Relations

Friday, October 6th, 8:30am-5:30pm

George Washington University Institute for International Economic Policy

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjVVeviD96BGCE_47qAeXEEKLIzF8MsEtFbBGTwl7Qs_CzMA/viewform

Fifth Annual Stanford-Berkeley Graduate Student Conference on Premodern Chinese Humanities 2018

Call for Papers: Fifth Annual Stanford-Berkeley Graduate Student Conference on Premodern Chinese Humanities
 

A joint organizing committee of Stanford University and UC Berkeley faculty announces the Fifth Annual Stanford-Berkeley Graduate Student Conference on Premodern Chinese Humanities, to be held on Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Stanford University. This national meeting of graduate students specializing in premodern Chinese studies aims to bring together young scholars from geographically distant institutions to present and discuss innovative research on China. 

The conference will feature up to sixteen student presentations of original research on any aspect of premodern (technically, beginnings to 1911) Chinese humanistic culture, drawing on but not limited to the traditional disciplines of history, literature, religion, art, social sciences, and thought. We encourage proposals that explore new methodologies, utilize recent developments in digital technology, or reconfigure cross-disciplinary boundaries. 

The conference will cover lodging expenses for the conference presenters, who are encouraged to seek the coverage of transportation costs from their home institutions or other sources. Confirmed presenters who demonstrate that no such funding is available may apply for a travel subsidy. Other interested students, at Stanford, Berkeley and beyond, are encouraged to attend. Conference registration is free. 

Papers will be selected by a joint faculty-student committee of China specialists at the two institutions. Local faculty will serve as discussants for the selected papers. Applicants are strongly encouraged to present papers associated with ongoing or projected dissertation research.

To apply, submit a single-spaced 300-word paper proposal and short bio via our online submission system here.
Proposals Deadline: paper proposal and brief bio due NOVEMBER 15, 2017. Notification of acceptance by December 18, 2017.
Full paper due March 16, 2018.
For inquiries, contact Ronald Egan (ronegan@stanford.edu) or Zhou Yiqun (yzhou1@stanford.edu).