A staunch advocate for multilateralism and principled diplomacy, Ramdin brings to the role more than three decades of service in high-level positions. He previously served as Assistant Secretary General of the OAS from 2005 to 2015, during which time he played a key role in advancing dialogue, conflict resolution, and hemispheric cooperation. In 2020, he was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business, and International Cooperation of Suriname, a position he held until his election as Secretary General. In that role, he deepened Suriname’s engagement with regional and global partners and promoted policies for sustainable development and democratic strengthening.
American Academy President Laurie Patton to Receive Concordia’s 2026 Leadership Award for Civil Society
The Concordia Leadership Council is proud to announce Dr. Laurie L. Patton, President of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, as the second of three recipients of the 2026
