| In a growing number of global hotspots, grantmakers must find ways to advance their missions while responsibly adhering to the legal and political constraints of US foreign policy and national security. This session will discuss challenges and strategies for grantmaking in some of the most challenging hotspots. Using as case examples Burma, Iraq and Palestine, panelists will share their first-hand experiences, including what to expect when applying for a Treasury license, suggestions for adhering to the voluntary Treasury Guidelines when operating within an area controlled by a designated terrorist organization, and the logistical obstacles when grantmaking in a US war zone. With Ali O. Amar, formerly with United States Institute for Peace; Nikhil Aziz, Grassroots International; and Vanessa Dick, Grantmakers Without Borders |