DS9 Document EFTA00589797

IPI INTERNATIONAL PEACE INSTITUTE May 15, 2015 US DHS CIS Vermont Service Center 30 Houghton Street St. Albans, VT 05478 Re: Ms. Dear Sir or Madam: O-1 Visa Application I am writing this letter on behalf of Ms. a communications and public relations professional of extraordinary ability. Since 2005 I have been President of the International Peace Institute (IPI), an independent, international not-for-profit think tank dedicated to managing risk and building resilience to promote peace, security, and sustainable development. To achieve its purpose, IPI employs a mix of policy research, strategic analysis, publishing, and convening. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Ms. benefitting from her extraordinary abilities. All my staff who have worked closely with appreciate her skills, command of languages and her always warm and amicable personality. I observed Ms. communication and language skills during a visit to Central Asia in 2014, where she interacted with foreign officials and professionals. Ms. will also be providing support to an upcoming international conference on Global Health and Pandemics. Sincerely yours, roA Terje Rod-Larsen President 777 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017 USA TEL FAX www.lpinst.org EFTA00589797