May 2025 Newsletter
Inside the 2025 Sedona Forum: Watch Panel Recordings & Highlight Reel
The McCain Institute hosted the 12th annual Sedona Forum May 2-3, celebrating the legacy of Senator John McCain and emphasizing how the United States can leverage its economic strength, technological edge, military might, and cultural influence to lead with purpose in a rapidly changing world. Video highlights from this year’s Sedona Forum can be viewed HERE.
Sedona Forum 2025 News Coverage
This year's Sedona Forum was covered by numerous local and national outlets, including The Washington Post, The Arizona Republic, and POLITICO. Read more.
McCain Institute Names Amb. Cindy Dyer Chief Program Officer
A veteran human rights advocate, Amb. Dyer brings more than 30 years of experience combating human trafficking and gender-based violence. Read more.
New McCain Institute Report Shares Lessons in Protecting Democracy in Europe
The McCain Institute released a report titled, “Addressing the Shrinking Democratic Space in Europe: Lessons and Successes in Combatting Far-Right Authoritarianism,” Read more.
McCain Institute attends Global Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Report Launch
Senior Program Manager Alexis Mrachek attended the launch of the new landmark report at the UN Headquarters in New York City. Read more.
McCain Institute Executive Director Named One of Washington's 500 Most Influential People
Washingtonian Magazine named McCain Institute Executive Director Dr. Evelyn Farkas one of 500 Most Influential People in the National Security & Defense category. Read more.
May 2025
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Dr. Evelyn Farkas spoke to A Starting Point about the influence the Russia-Ukraine war has had on the balance of global powers.
McCain Institute's Evelyn Farkas spoke at the Kyiv Security Forum Evelyn Farkas spoke at the Kyiv Security Forum about Senator John McCain's personal ethos of American leadership in the world and his tireless advocacy for protecting human rights.
On World Press Freedom Day, we honored the courageous, truth-telling journalists who risk everything to defend freedom, dignity, and democracy.
In recognition of National Military Spouse Appreciation Month, we honored the achievements, sacrifices, and struggles military spouses experience while supporting our nation.
McCain Institute's Evelyn Farkas joined WION News from the Kyiv Security Forum to discuss the latest in conversations to end Russia's aggression on Ukraine.
From urgent global challenges to bold ideas for the future of democracy, the 2025 Sedona Forum brought together global leaders, policymakers, and experts for a weekend of impactful dialogue and inspiring moments.
OUT NOW: All panels from Sedona Forum 2025 are now available online.
Arizona Cardinals Principal Owner Michael Bidwill shared a special Senator McCain memory while accepting the In the Arena Award at the 2025 Sedona Forum.
Dr. Evelyn Farkas spoke to A Starting Point about the influence the Russia-Ukraine war has had on the balance of global powers.
Today marks the 31st anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s inauguration as the President of South Africa. In the aftermath of apartheid, he embodied the courage, resilience, and devotion to unity necessary to help heal his nation – values that inspired Sen. McCain.
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Bringing Americans Home
On Wednesday, July 24, the McCain Institute at Arizona State University (ASU) co-sponsored the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation’s release of its sixth annual edition of “Bringing Americans Home,” an independent research report that provides new information about the ongoing crisis of Americans taken hostage abroad by terrorists or wrongfully detained by nation-states.
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