FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Washington, D.C., April 10, 2025
The Institute of World Politics (IWP), located in Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce the establishment of the inaugural IWP National Security Award. Recognized as the premier graduate school in the United States for national security, intelligence, and international affairs, IWP is honored to present this new award to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the nation’s security while maintaining the highest standards of ethics in their public and private sector service.
“We look forward to launching this prestigious award to recognize outstanding patriots who have advanced our nation’s security,” said IWP President Amb. Aldona Woś. “IWP is dedicated to preparing leaders in this field, and our students will take inspiration from individuals who have already excelled in protecting our freedom.”
The IWP National Security Award will annually honor two extraordinary leaders who exemplify dedication to the country’s national and economic security, as demonstrated by the 40th president of the United States. The award will recognize one leader from the private sector and one from the government or military, each of whom has made significant contributions to America’s security.
To encourage a broad spectrum of deserving candidates, IWP is calling for nominations from interested government and business individuals, communities, and organizations. Submit a nomination online here by 16 May 2025.
With questions, please contact Michelle Watson at mwatson@iwp.edu.
Nomination Criteria
- An American citizen and patriot.
- An individual who has made significant/outstanding contribution(s) to our national and/or economic security.
- A current or former senior government leader OR a current or former senior business executive.
- An individual with a dedication to principled leadership and who embodies IWP’s core values.
The inaugural IWP National Security Award presentation ceremony will be held on 26 June 2025 at The Institute of World Politics, Marlatt Mansion, 1521 16th St NW, Washington DC 20036. Registration information for this event will be sent closer to the time of.
About The Institute of World Politics
The Institute of World Politics is the independent graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs, dedicated to developing leaders with a sound understanding of international realities and the ethical conduct of statecraft, based on knowledge and appreciation of the founding principles of the American political economy and the Western moral tradition. For more information, please visit www.iwp.edu.
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