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WAMA Professional Development Activity - 6 November How to cultivate cyber capabilities
2025-11-06 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Topic: How to cultivate cyber capabilities.

Speaker: Benjamin Jensen, Senior Fellow, Center for Strategic and International Studies

Schedule :

1100 Door open

1115 – 1200 Lunch

1200 – 1205 Opening Remarks from Defense Attaché and the WAMA DEAN

1205 – 1230 Presentation

1230 – 1245 Q&A

1250 Group Photo and Departure

Place : The Old Residence at the Embassy of Japan (Just next to the Embassy of Japan)

2520 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 LINK

Costs : Free

Seats : 50 ( First-come, First-serve )

Dress code : Uniform of the day

RSVP : Oct 28th 12:00 (Tue)

Parking: No Parking. Please use Uber or Embassy transportation

POC : Lieutenant Colonel Masanori SHIOZAWA

Assistant Military and Marine Attaché

Embassy of Japan

Email : masanori.shiozawa@mofa.go.jp

If you have problems registering, please try using a different browser! If that does not work, write me an email (rosypowicz@mon.gov.pl) and I will add you manually.

WAMA Professional Development Event - 21st Oct 2025 Security in the Indo-Pacific region
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:00
Topic : Security in the Indo-Pacific region
Speaker : Ms. Yuki TATSUMI, Senior Director
The Institute for Indo-Pacific Security (IIPS)

1000 Doors Open
1000 – 1100 Snacks & Smalltalk
1100 Remarks from Defense Attaché Germany and the DEAN of WAMA
1105 – 1200 Presentation, Q&A
1200 Group Photo and Departure

Place : Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
4645 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, D.C. 20007 LINK

Costs : Free

Seats : 75 (First-come, First-serve)
Dress code : Uniform of the day

RSVP : NLT Oct 14th 12:00 (Tue)

Parking: Parking will not be provided.
Public street parking is available near the Embassy, but it is not guaranteed.

POC : Lieutenant Colonel Masanori SHIOZAWA
Assistant Military and Marine Attaché Embassy of Japan
Email : masanori.shiozawa@mofa.go.jp

If you have problems registering, please try using a different browser! If that does not work, write me an email (rosypowicz@mon.gov.pl) and I will add you manually.

9th Edition - Kościuszko Freedom Run - 19 October 2025
2025-10-19
https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Potomac/KOSCIUSZKOFREEDOMRUN5KAND1KKIDSRUN

WAMA Welcome Picnic- 21 September 2025
2025-09-21
Dear Members of the Washington Association of Military Attachés,
Please register for the annual WAMA Welcome Picnic.
What: WAMA Welcome BBQ – an informal picnic event
BBQ catered by the Old Europe Grill.

When: Sunday, 21st September, 1130-1400
BBQ starts at 1215
Please feel free to stay after the official end and enjoy the day in the park.
If you want to bring your own picnic as add on or for later, you are happily invited to do so.

Where: Seneca Creek State Park, 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878, Buck Picnic Shelter LINK

Park website: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/central/seneca.aspx

Buck pavilion at Seneca Creek
Who: WAMA members and their families and friends

Why: to welcome new WAMA members and spend some quality time in a relaxed environment.

Costs: $25 per person
$10 kids under 12
Free for kids under 5
This will cover the costs fort he BBQ and the park entry.

Payment: Zelle – Peter Nieuwenhaus: 202 696 3629 or cash (the exact amount – no change available)

RSVP: via Website NLT 12 Sep 2025
please state number of participants and allergies and / or dietary restrictions

POC: LtCol Felix Bertmaring (mil-2-1@wash.diplo.de)
1SG Sandra Bauer (mil-200@wash.diplo.de)

As safety of you and your family is out top priority, we will conduct a weather check in advance of the event.

If you have problems registering, please try using a different browser. If that does not work, write me an email (rosypowicz@mon.gov.pl) and I will add you manually.

WAMA Professional Development Event at Building Momentum - 17 September 2025
2025-09-17 12:00 - 15:00
Dear Members of the Washington Association of Military Attachés,

please register for the WAMA Professional Development Event at Building Momentum.

What: Briefing on the company and hands on drone workshop
When: 17 September 2025, 1200-1500
Where: 5380 Eisenhower Ave Suite C, Alexandria, VA 22304, United States (LINK)

Who: WAMA members

Why: To get to know the company Building Momentum, and learn about how they train soldiers to become problem solvers in the digital age by organizing
technical bootcamps that allow them to build and program drones.
Website: www.buildmo.com

Uniform: BDU’s

Lunch will be provided.

Respectfully,

Your WAMA EXCOM Team

If you have problems registering, please try using a different browser! If that does not work, write me an email (rosypowicz@mon.gov.pl) and I will add you manually.

WAMA EXCON Meeting - 01 October - Australian Embassy
2025-09-02 08:00 - 17:00

WAMA Run the Mall Event - 8 August 2025
2025-08-08 06:30 - 07:30
Run/Walk the National Mall

Who: International Military Attachés
What: Run or walk the National Mall and engage with international colleagues
When: Friday, 8th August, 0630-0730
Where: Link-up point: Parkway Drive NW; IVO the Lincoln Memorial Beach Volleyball Courts; metered parking available
Why: To start the day with PT together with like-minded colleagues in a fantastic city and improve our fitness.

What is more enjoyable than morning PT with friends and colleagues in the heart of “the city that changes the world”?

Members of the Washington Association of Military Attachés are invited to join a morning PT session on the National Mall. We would meet at 0630 close to the Lincoln Memorial and then run or walk in groups for approximately 50 minutes. After the session we enjoy some sports drinks, stretch and mingle at the parking lot before heading back to our offices.

WAMA Professional Development Event in cooperation with the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) - 24th June 2025
2025-06-24 14:40 - 16:30
Topic: “U.S. National Security Policy in a moment of transition”
U.S. national security policy is in a moment of transition as the second Trump administration approaches 6 months in office. Policy decisions are impacting strategic defense priorities and military posture, approaches to development and humanitarian aid, counterterrorism and homeland security initiatives, engagement with allies and partners, and intelligence community dynamics. A panel of experts from the Center for a New American Security, a bipartisan national security think tank, will discuss unfolding policy and legislative actions and implications for the United States, allies and partners, and potential adversaries.

Speakers:
Katherine Kuzminski, Director of Studies & Director of National Security Human Capital Program
Kate Johnston, Associate Fellow, Transatlantic Security Program
Constanza Vidal Bustamente, Fellow, Technology and National Security Program
Geoff Gertz, Senior Fellow, Energy and Economic Security Program

Schedule of events: 24th June (Tue)
1440 Doors Open, Networking and small refreshments
1500 Opening Remarks, Dean of the Washington Association of Military Attachés
1505 Introduction of Speakers and Short Presentations by each Speaker
1545 Q&A
1610 Summary and Farewell

Venue:
Center for a New American Security
1701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Suite 700 Washington, DC 20006
LINK

Dress code: Uniform of the day

RSVP: By June 18th

POC :
Lieutenant Colonel Jens Landau
Welcome Secretary WAMA
Mil-2-1@wash.diplo.de / +1 202 298 4301

WAMA Professional Development Breakfast - 21st May 2025 - “Regional Dynamics” covering Afghanistan
2025-05-21 08:30 - 10:30
Topic: “Regional Dynamics” covering Afghanistan
Speaker : Pakistan’s Special Representative on Afghanistan, Ambassador Sadiq Khan
Moderator: US-based expert on Afghanistan, Clemson University, Dr. Amira Jadoon
Schedule : 21st May (Wed)

0815 – Doors Open
0830 – 0900 Breakfast
0900 – Opening Remarks from the DEAN of WAMA
0905 – 0945 Presentation
0945 – 1025 Q&A
Closing Remarks from the Ambassador of Pakistan, Mr. Rizwan Sheikh
1030 Group Photo and Departure

Place : Embassy of Pakistan
3517 International Ct NW, Washington, DC 20008
LINK: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YzgQBDQFeTE9skYQ8

Costs : Free
Seats : 50
Note: If you are both a Defense Attache and a Military Attache, please register with DAA.
Dress code : Uniform of the day
RSVP : May 6th 12:00 (TUE)

Parking: Parking will not be provided. Public street parking is available near the Embassy, but it is not guaranteed.
Note 2: Should there be a sudden change in the schedule due to speaker availability, the 22nd will serve as a backup date.
POC : Lieutenant Colonel Masanori SHIOZAWA
Assistant Military and Marine Attaché Embassy of Japan
Email : masanori.shiozawa@mofa.go.jp

WAMA Run the Mall Event - 25 April 2025
2025-04-25 06:30 - 19:30
WAMA Run the Mall Event

Who: International Military Attachés
What: Run or walk the National Mall and engage with international colleagues
When: Friday, 25th April, 0630-0740
Why: To start the day with PT together with like-minded colleagues in a fantastic city and improve our fitness.
Where: Link-up point: Parkway Drive NW; IVO the Lincoln Memorial Beach Volleyball Courts; metered parking available
LINK:https://maps.app.goo.gl/bwdxyGSarjprtTHZA

What is more enjoyable than morning PT with friends and colleagues in the heart of “the city that changes the world”?
Members of the Washington Association of Military Attachés are invited to join a morning PT session on the National Mall. We would meet at 0630 close to the Lincoln Memorial and then run or walk in groups for approximately 50 minutes. After the session we meet for some light refreshments (sports drinks and some cookies) at the parking lot before heading back to our offices.

EXCON Meeting - 24 April 2025
2025-04-24 10:00 - 12:00 | British Embassy, 3100 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20008, United States

WAMA Run the Mall Event - 28 March 2025
2025-03-28 06:30 - 07:30
WAMA Run the Mall Event
Who: International Military Attachés
What: Run or walk the National Mall and engage with international colleagues
When: Friday, 28th March, 0630-0740
Why: To start the day with PT together with like-minded colleagues in a fantastic city and improve our fitness.
Where: Link-up point: Parkway Drive NW; IVO the Lincoln Memorial Beach Volleyball Courts; metered parking available
LINK:https://maps.app.goo.gl/bwdxyGSarjprtTHZA

What is more enjoyable than morning PT with friends and colleagues in the heart of “the city that changes the world”?
Members of the Washington Association of Military Attachés are invited to join a morning PT session on the National Mall. We would meet at 0630 close to the Lincoln Memorial and then run or walk in groups for approximately 50 minutes. After the session we meet for some light refreshments (sports drinks and some cookies) at the parking lot before heading back to our offices.

WAMA Annual General Meeting
2025-02-26 10:00 - 13:00
Agenda

•10:00h – 10:30h – Members Arrive / Coffee / Pastries – All members

•10:30h – Opening Remarks, Welcome and Introductions – Dean of WAMA

– Today’s Questions to members – Dean

– Future role of Regional Directors – Dean

– Evaluation WAMA 2024 Events – Vice Dean

– Forecast of WAMA 2025 Events – Vice Dean (& USA Director FLO)

– Membership Report 2024 & Historical – Membership Secretary

– Treasurer’s Report/2023-24 & 2024-25 Business Plan – Treasurer

– Merchandise Update – Executive Secretary

– WAMA Website & Facebook page – Communications Secretary

– WAMA Professional Development (Breakfast/Luncheon) – Luncheon Secretary

– MASA Update – MASA Representative

– Resume questions to members / Final Q&A – Executive Secretary

•11:30h – Closing Remarks / Coffee – Dean

•12:00h – End of AGM / Lunch – All WAMA Members

Dress code : Uniform of the day

RSVP : Feb 25th 23:00 (THU)

Place : Brazilian Army Commission – 4632 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

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WAMA Winter Ball
2024-12-06 18:00 - 23:00
DETAILS:

Where: The Army and Navy Club on Farragut Square 901 Seventeenth Street NW; Washington, DC 20006

When: Friday 06th December 2024

Timings:

1800 – 1850 – Pre-dinner Reception

1850 – 1900 – Move to Dinner

1900 – 2300 – Dinner followed by dancing to a live band

2230 – Bar closes

2300 – Disperse

Dress: Mess Uniform with decorations or national equivalent, Civilian Black Tie/Evening Dress.

Format/Cost: The event will be supported from our own General Purpose Fund helping to ensure the event is delivered to the standard expected by our members. The Army and Navy Club is one of Washington’s Premier Clubs where food and service are exceptional. After the meal we will have dancing to a live band until 2300. In addition, throughout the evening all alcoholic drinks (including wine, spirits and beer) as well as non-alcoholic drinks will be available at no additional cost, simply order at the bar or from a server. The cost for the evening will be:

WAMA members and Partner $125 per person

Non-WAMA Guests and Partners $140 per person

Please be advised that priority will be given to WAMA members.

Parking: The Army and Navy Club offer valet parking for the evening at $15.00 + tax. Rooms: A small number of rooms are available at the Club. Please contact the hotel directly if you wish to make a reservation.

MENU OPTIONS – WAMA WINTER BALL 2024

Please note that the first course and dessert are set. Please select your entrée from the choices below.

A vegan or vegetarian option is also available (Selection C). In addition, the Army and Navy Club will cater for all specialist dietary requirements across all courses, so please make those clear on your return.

FIRST COURSE

FRESH ROMAINE HEARTS SALAD Dried Figs, Spiced Pecans, Goat Cheese, Apple Cider Vinaigrette

ENTRÉE SELECTIONS

SELECTION A

PUMPKIN SEED-CRUSTED SALMON Butternut Squash Puree, Sautéed Spinach, Vanilla-Scented Beurre Blanc

SELECTION B

CARDAMOM-SPICED COLORADO RACK OF LAMB Roasted Garlic Potato Gratin, Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Fig Demi-Glace

SELECTION C

Vegan or Vegitarian option

DESSERT

INDIVIDUAL CHOCOLATE YULE LOG Vanilla Rum Sauce

Coffee and tea served with dessert

If you are struggling to RSVP via the WAMA Website, please feel free to email Tiffany Majas (Tiffany.Majas100@mod.gov.uk) and cc in rosypowicz@mon.gov.pl with the above information to secure your spot at the WAMA Ball. Please note, the RSVP deadline is this Thursday the 21st of November.

PLEASE INDICATE THE TOTAL NUMBER OF GUESTS TO 1 FOR A COUPLE. EACH GUEST IS AUTOMATICALLY ENROLLED WITH A SPOUSE OR PARTNER.

IF YOU CANNOT RSVP, PLEASE TRY OPENING THE WEBPAGE WITH ANOTHER BROWSER.

WAMA Professional Development LUNCHEON
2024-11-07 11:00 - 13:00
Topic: the Use of AI in the U.S. Military and Future Prospects

Speaker: Benjamin Jensen, Senior Fellow, Center for Strategic and International Studies

Schedule :

1100 Door open

1115 – 1200 Lunch

1200 – 1205 Opening Remarks from the DEAN

1205 – 1230 Presentation

1230 – 1255 Q&A

1300 Group Photo and Departure

Place : The Old Residence at the Embassy of Japan (Just next to the Embassy of Japan)

2520 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Costs : Free

Seats : 50 ( First-come, First-serve )

Dress code : Uniform of the day

RSVP : Oct 31st 12:00 (THU)

Parking: No Parking. Please use Uber or Embassy transportation

POC : Lieutenant Colonel Masanori SHIOZAWA

Assistant Military and Marine Attaché

Embassy of Japan

Email : masanori.shiozawa@mofa.go.jp

IF YOU CANNOT RSVP TO THE EVENT, PLEASE TRY WITH A DIFFERENT BROWSER! IF YOU STILL CANNOT RSVP, PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THE COMMENTS SECTION.

WAMA EXCON MEETING
2024-11-06 10:00 - 2024-11-07 12:00

AUSA
2024-10-14 08:00 - 2024-10-16 17:00
AUSA 2024 – Annual Meeting and Exposition

WAMA WELCOME BBQ
2024-09-28 11:00 - 17:00
When: Saturday, Sep 28th, starting 11:00 am

Where: Green Meadows Petting Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville, MD 21754 GOOGLE PIN

What: 11:00 -11:30 Arrival at the farm

11:30 Welcome Remarks by the Dean and EXCOM/ Farewell and Welcome members

12:00 BBQ opens

13:00 Enjoy your day at the farm

Costs: Members: 35 USD for Adults, Non-Members: 45 USD for Adults. All children 16 years younger eat for free.

For payment instructions please see FAQ section below.

Who: Military Attachés and their families and friends

Why: To meet old and new colleagues and spend a great day with families and friends in a relaxed enviroment

POC: LTC Jens Landau, WAMA Welcome Secretary, Assistant Military Attaché, German Embassy; +1 202 298 4301, mil-2-1@wash.diplo.de

1SG Nanina Apel, German Embassy, +1 202 298 4305, mil-200@wash.diplo.de

WAMA Welcome BBQ – Fantastic people – Relaxing atmosphere – Great food – Family fun

The Washington Association of Military Attaches will host its annual Welcome BBQ at the Green Meadows Farm. Meet old and new colleagues and their families. Enjoy good food. Spend a relaxing day with your loved ones at a special place. While we want to welcome newcomers and their families, this event is for everyone, whether you have just arrived or have been here for several years. The farm is a wonderful place which offers a lot of outdoor space and hands-on experience with farm animals, hay rides and piglet races.

Please RSVP to the POCs by Sep, 18th using the attached reply form:

RSVP_WAMA_BBQ (1)Download

Frequently asked questions:

How do I pay for the event?

Preferred option is via Zelle (matarcand@hotmail.com). For wire transfer use Routing/Transit #054001220 and Account #6643572941. Or provide a check payable to WAMA to the POCs. Please always use your name and country as a reference.

What is included?

Food – Drinks – Entrance – Farm activities.

Will I be refunded if the event is cancelled?

In case of substantial bad weather, the WAMA Executive Committee will inform you via email about the cancellation. In this case you will receive a refund – otherwise there is no refund.

Is parking available?

Parking is available at the farm.

How can I become a member?

Go to our Website https://wama-dc.com/ and fill out the form.

The Executive Committee is looking forward to meeting all of you on Sep, 28th.

Department of the Army’s Fall 2024 Foreign Military Attaché Orientation Trip
2024-09-15 08:00 - 2024-09-19 17:00
Department of the Army’s Fall 2024 Foreign Military Attaché Orientation Trip to Arizona, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri slated for 15 September to 19 September 2024. Spouses are invited.

WAMA Professional Development LUNCHEON
2024-09-10 11:15 - 13:00
Topic : The 2024 Election: Implications for U.S Policy in the Middle East

Speaker : David W. Lamm, Deputy Director, Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies

Schedule :

1115 – 1200 Lunch

1200 – 1205 Opening Remarks from the Dean

1205 – 1230 Presentation

1230 – 1255 Q&A

1300 Group Photo and Departure

Place : British Embassy – 3100 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Costs : Free

Seats : 50 ( First-come, First-serve )

Dress code : Uniform of the day

RSVP : Sep 3rd 12:00 (TUE)

Parking: No Parking

POC : Lieutenant Colonel Masanori SHIOZAWA

Assistant Military and Marine Attaché

Embassy of Japan

Email : masanori.shiozawa@mofa.go.jp

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WAMA EXCON

EXCON Meeting
2024-09-05 11:30 - 14:00
EXCON Meeting at the German Embassy with lunch

IMS Reception at Ft. Myer
2022-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Come and join us at the reception at Ft. Myer
