2023 Youth Awards Ceremony

Diplomatic Security requires the name, date of birth, and photo identification data for all non-DOS Badge holders over age 15.  One parent should complete this registration form and then use the “Add Guest” button to enter information on each person accompanying you.  Register by July 14, 2023.

The Foreign Service Youth Foundation invites you to celebrate our talented FS youth at this year's ceremony on Wednesday, July 19. We will be recognizing the winners of the awards listed below: 

FSYF Academic Merit Award recipients

FSYF Community Service Award recipients

FSYF Art Contest winners

FSYF Essay Contest winners

OBC KidVid Contest winners

AAFSW Merit Scholarship recipients

AFSA Scholarship recipients

Date and Time of Event 

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. It is recommended that you arrive early. Doors open at 9:30 am, the ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00 am. Light refreshments will be served. 

Location of Event

The Department of State's George C. Marshall Center is located at 330 21st Street, Washington DC 20520.  Please use the East Entrance on 21st Street. 

R.S.V.P

Please respond by Friday, July 14, 2023. Pre-registration is required to enter this U.S. Department of State facility. When you register, you will be asked to enter valid photo identification information. Please bring government issued photo identification to gain access to the event.