January 16, 2010
On Thursday, January 21, FPRI Senior Fellow James McGann will release the results of his 2009 World Rankings of Think Tanks at a meeting at United Nations University, UN Headquarters, First Avenue at 42nd Street, 1:15-2:45 p.m, Conference Room 7.
A year ago, the 2008 edition of his rankings earned international recognition.
Note that preregistration is required. If you or a representative of your organization is interested in attending this event, please register online at http://www.ony.unu.edu/events-forums/new/CA/2010/world-rankings-of-thinktanks.php, by 11 am on Thursday January 21, 2010. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Renato Giacon at 212-963-6387 or by email at giacon@unu.edu.
Logistics: The conference room is in the UN Headquarters building. You must enter the UN complex at 42nd street and clear security so please allow ample time (15-20 minutes) to assure a prompt arrival.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.ony.unu.edu/events-forums/new/CA/2010/world-rankings-of-thinktanks.php
McGann is Assistant Director of the International Relations Program at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program at Penn and FPRI.
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