Wonk Tank 2.0

After the success of last year’s competition, Wonk Tank is back! The U.S. Department of State is calling on university students across the United States to showcase their potential to be America’s next great “policy wonk.” We recognize the growing role young people are playing in shaping the global agenda and want to continue to leverage those fresh perspectives.

Students are invited to submit a policy proposal addressing a specific international challenge that requires attention and a nuanced solution in the form of a short “TEDTalk style” video. Finalists will be brought to Washington, D.C. to pitch their proposed policy for a panel of Department of State officials at the second annual Wonk Tank finals on April 7, 2017.

Applications will be open from November 10, 2016 until February 3, 2017 on this page. Check back soon for more details on the competition!

For more information, email us at diplomacylab@state.gov or visit http://diplomacylab.org/wonktank/