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September 6, 2024

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North Korean escapees and participants of the Bush Institute's North Korean Human Rights Workshop make heart hand gestures with Ambassador Julie Turner, U.S. Special Envoy on North Korean Human Rights Issues. Photo credit: George W. Bush Presidential Center

North Korean escapees convene at the Bush Institute

North Korean escapees gathered in Dallas this week to develop their leadership and advocacy skills at the George W. Bush Institute’s third annual North Korean Human Rights Workshop. The gathering comes ahead of the 20th anniversary of the North Korean Human Rights Act, which President Bush signed into law to support the people of North Korea and those who manage to escape the hermit kingdom.

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Join the Bush Center for a Day of Remembrance on September 11th

The George W. Bush Presidential Museum will open at 8 a.m. and have free admission all day, with a moment of remembrance at 8:30 a.m.

The importance of innovation and opportunity for economic growth

New episode of The Strategerist podcast featuring
Cullum Clark, Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative

Learn how education and medical institutions are engines for opportunity in America’s cities

U.S. revitalizes its economic strategy to combat Russia’s war in Ukraine

Article by Albert Torres, Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute

Learn about the expanded restrictions from the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Treasury

ATTN Veterans: Something just doesn’t feel right? Check-In can help.

Op-ed by Blayne Smith, Interim Director of Health and Well-Being, and Veterans and Military Families at the Bush Institute, and Mike Hutchings, CEO of Combined Arms

Read how a technology platform streamlines access to care for veterans, service members, and their
families

In Case You Missed It

Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center

Meet the Bush Institute's Veteran Wellness Alliance – Team RWB
Q&A with John `JJ’ Pinter, Deputy Director of Team Red White and Blue

What is South Korea’s new unification policy?
Article by Joseph Kim, Research Fellow at the Bush Institute

Presidential Leadership Scholars marks 10 years since its founding
Article by Mike Hemphill, Co-Director of the Presidential Leadership Scholars program

Become a volunteer docent
Help shape the visitor experience at the Bush Museum

George W. Bush Institute hosts North Korean refugees for 3rd annual North Korean Human Rights Workshop | NBC 5
Interview with Joseph Kim, Research Fellow at the Bush Institute

UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER

Don't miss these special Events

Sept. 10 | 5:30 p.m. CT
Young Professionals Reception and Conversation with Former Ambassadors
Young Professionals member exclusive event
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Sept. 11 | 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. CT
Day of Remembrance on September 11th
Free admission to Bush Museum

Sept. 24 | 6:30 p.m. CT
NexPoint Lecture: The Russia-China Challenge
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint

Oct. 5 | 10 a.m. CT
Pups in the Park

Oct. 9 | 7 p.m. CT
Sharon McMahon: The Small and the Mighty Book Tour
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint

Oct. 28 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Purpose Beyond the White House: A Conversation on the Post-Presidency
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint

Saturdays starting Oct. 5 | 10 a.m. CT, weather permitting
Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park tours by master naturalists

Saturdays | 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. CT
Sundays | 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. CT
Mondays | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT
Situation Room Presentation

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About the George W. Bush Presidential Center

Located on the SMU campus in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a nonpartisan institution advancing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion. The Bush Center comprises the George W. Bush Presidential Museum and the George W. Bush Institute, a solution-oriented policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies through policy solutions and public engagement. The Bush Center also houses the George W. Bush Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration, which provides access to official documents and artifacts from the George W. Bush Administration.

George W. Bush Presidential Center
2943 SMU Boulevard
Dallas, Texas 75205