Dixie Anderson Receiving High Honor in New York

Congratulations to our own Dixie Anderson!  She will be in rare company when she accepts a distinguished award this month from the Foreign Policy Association.

Dixie Anderson, who is the executive director of the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan, will be presented the Foreign Policy Association Medal in a special ceremony slated for Sept. 28 at the Harvard Club of New York.

The medal recognizes individuals who demonstrate responsible internationalism and work to expand public knowledge of international affairs.

Past recipients include former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, former U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Timothy Geithner, former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and other prominent economists, statesmen and educators.

Anderson, who’s served as executive director of the World Affairs Council here for more than 20 years, has always said that her role has allowed her to create and help foster a culture of education and understanding.

“In a world of flux, it’s important to recognize other people and other nations, and the ways in which we’re connected. Through understanding and education, we can harness the best that all of us have to offer, and share our gifts in ways that make a difference globally.”

For nearly 100 years, the Foreign Policy Association has served as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding and informed opinions of U.S foreign policy and global issues.

For more information, contact the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan at www.worldmichigan.org or call 616.776.1721.