National Foreign Affairs Training Center

NFATC WINS BIG! The cybersecurity team at NFATC earned the “Most Innovative Solution” award from FISSEA for advancing cybersecurity training at State! Learn more about how NFATC has made cybersecurity training smarter, faster, and more accessible to keep our networks secure:…

FSI is building a global network of IT trainers so staff can master tools like AI in their daily work right at post. Learn more about the program helping meet training needs for thousands of State Department employees around the globe: linkedin.com/pulse/expandin…

The work of @TravelGov consular officers is critical to protecting U.S. national security. At NFATC, they receive rigorous training from decision-making to interviewing techniques. This is training that makes a difference.

Congratulations to Ambassador Maria Brewer on 29 years of government service! Ambassador Brewer has stepped down as Acting Director of NFATC after a long and accomplished career at the State Department. We are grateful for her leadership and dedication!

BIG NEWS: The Foreign Service Institute is now the George P. Shultz National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC)! While our name has changed, our mission remains the same - delivering world-class training to U.S. foreign affairs professionals. Follow along for more stories…

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence and the enduring values of liberty and justice for all. Wishing all a happy 4th of July!

The Foreign Relations of the United States series is a treasure trove of historical documents that tell the story of U.S. diplomacy. Read more for a behind-the-scenes look at the detailed process of compiling and declassifying key diplomatic documents: linkedin.com/pulse/unlockin…

Congratulations to the Diplomatic Technology Officer Class 175! 🎉 After 14 weeks of training, they are ready to support and secure IT operations at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. We’re proud to celebrate their graduation and excited to see the impact they’ll make!

FSI Fact: Last fiscal year, over 250,000 professionals across over 50 U.S. government agencies, from entry level to senior leaders, enrolled in FSI courses. U.S. diplomacy demands excellence, and FSI delivers it.

Each year, the FSI community comes together to celebrate the Institute’s latest achievements thanks to the dedication and service of FSI staff. Congratulations to the recipients of this year’s awards! Your contributions strengthen diplomatic training efforts and support the…

FSI Fact: In FY2024, FSI delivered 4 MILLION hours of world-class language training and 2.5 MILLION hours of professional, non-language instruction. That’s 6.5 MILLION hours of preparing our workforce and the U.S. foreign affairs community to lead, communicate, and respond…

This week, Provost Lewis joined a panel hosted by @TechDiplomacy at the #SCSPAIExpo2025, emphasizing the importance of training the next generation of tech diplomats for success.

Before Jewish American Heritage Month comes to a close, join us in honoring the contributions and service of Jewish Americans to advance U.S. diplomacy. Learn more by reading the story of Karl F. Mautner, whose heroism on D-Day and commitment to diplomacy continues to inspire:…

Today, we honor and remember the heroes who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

From its humble origins in 1947 to today, the Foreign Service Institute has come a long way in its 78-year history. Head to the FSI history page to learn more about how diplomatic training has evolved to meet the needs of today’s workforce: state.gov/foreign-servic…