Mission
The Public Diplomacy Council is a nonprofit organization committed to the importance of the academic study, professional practice, and responsible advocacy of public diplomacy. Its members believe that understanding, informing, and influencing foreign publics and dialogue between Americans and United States’ institutions and their counterparts abroad are vital to the national interest and core elements of 21st century American diplomacy.
To read about our history, assumptions and objectives, click here.
Officers
President: Mr. Robert T. Coonrod
Vice President: Amb. Anthony C. E. Quainton
Treasurer: Mr. Dell Pendergrast
Secretary: Mr. Alan Heil
Status
The Public Diplomacy Council has no government connection and receives no financial support from any government source. It seeks support from foundation grants and corporate and individual gifts.
The Council is a 501(c)(3) organization that relies on the dues, contributions, and volunteer work of its members. Donations to the Council are tax deductible.
