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Honoring the past Advancing the future of Hemispheric Defense & Security

The Inter-American Defense College (IADC) is an educational entity of the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB), and an independent entity of the Organization of American States (OAS). The IADC was formally opened on 9 October 1962 when the Honorable Dean Rusk, then Secretary of State of the United States, presented the building and furnishings donated by the United States Government. Doctor Jose A. Mora, then Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), was the principal speaker at the opening ceremony.

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The Inter-American Defense College (IADC) is a unique institution in the Western Hemisphere, featuring a fully international faculty, staff, and student body. This multinational participation provides an exceptional platform to increase inter-American defense and security cooperation by building mutual understanding and trust.
While there is no tuition for the master’s degree program, sponsoring governments are responsible for their students’ living and travel expenses throughout the year-long course. 
As part of the Organization of American States and the Inter-American Defense Board, the IADC strives to maximize representation among member states, demonstrating shared regional responsibility. Currently, 19 member states and one observer nation are represented among the college’s students and staff.

IADC Testimony Alumni

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HEMISFERIO - Journal of the Inter-American Defense College

(Mario Brasil do Nascimento) 

A ameaça da guerra cognitiva na América: desafios e oportunidades para a cooperação interamericana
 
Mario Brasil do Nascimento examines the rising threat of cognitive warfare, detailing its characteristics and potential to erode democratic values in a hyperconnected society. The article explores how technological evolution accelerates these risks and highlights opportunities for bolstering defense through inter-American cooperation, education, and intelligence sharing. Using Chinese and Russian case studies, the analysis provides critical insights into safeguarding regional security.
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IADC Statistics Overview

Demographics

The IADC prides itself on having students from countries with different political, social, and economic viewpoints to capture the dynamics more fully within the hemisphere. This year welcomes the reemergence of students from Guyana. 

IADC Sustained Presence

  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • Dominican Republic
  • Guatemala
  • Haiti
  • Honduras
  • Mexico
  • Panama
  • Peru
  • United States
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Ecuador
  • Argentina
  • El Salvador
  • Jamaica
  • Barbados
  • Bahamas
  • Spain

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Study at the IADC if you want to:

Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and applied knowledge of Inter-American Defense and Security issues and concerns.

Develop professional relationships that reflect mutual trust and a spirit of Inter-American integration based on shared experiences, values, interests, and objectives.

Think critically, synthesize, research, and apply strategic communication skills.

Develop collaborative responses to Inter-American Defense and Security concerns.

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