Security Links

• Bureau of Diplomatic Security
• Overseas Security Advisory Council This organization provides security information and advice to American businesses working overseas.
• Rewards for Justice Program This program offers financial and other incentives for information leading to the apprehension of those involved in terrorist activities.
• Office of Antiterrorism Assistance This office is responsible for generating awareness and teaching the skills to combat terrorism for foreign law enforcement officers.
• Bureau of International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs This bureau of the State Department advises the President, the Secretary of State, and other government agencies on policy recommendations and programs to combat the flow of drugs and crime internationally.

Offices

• USAID – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Cote d’Ivoire continues to use innovative approaches to improve management and operations for an expanding program in a Francophone country traversing a chronic crisis while maximizing cost-efficiency.  Unlike the majority of other PEPFAR focus countries, USAID does not have a bi-lateral presence in Cote d’Ivoire.  However, in 2005 a USAID staff member joined the interagency team to strengthen support to USAID funded PEPFAR activities in country.  The USAID focal point in country receives administrative support from the West Africa Regional Program (WARP) as well as technical backstopping from USAID/Washington.
• Marine Corps – The Marine Security Guards’ (MSG) primary mission is to provide internal security services at designated U.S. Diplomatic and Consular facilities to prevent the compromise of classified information and equipment vital to the national security of the United States of America. The secondary mission of Marine Security Guards is to provide protection for U.S. citizens and U.S. Government property located within designated U.S. Diplomatic and Consular premises during exigent circumstances, which require immediate aid or action.
• Centers for Disease Control (CDC) – In today’s world of increasing globalization, the United States continually faces new challenges and opportunities in public health. In partnership with other parts of the US government, public health officials throughout the world, and host countries, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) works to protect and promote global health in many areas.  In Cote d’Ivoire, CDC is leading the fight against HIV/AIDS through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).  This unprecedented program is bringing needed resources and the latest technology to the front lines of this worldwide battle.