Noël James

CFR Staff

Noël James

Research Associate, Women and Foreign Policy

Noël James is the research associate for the women and foreign policy program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). She holds a BA in international studies with minors in legal studies and women's, gender, and sexuality studies from American University. She is currently pursuing an MA in gender, sexuality in global politics at SOAS University of London. 

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Freedoms: What China Promised and How It’s Cracking Down
Beijing has tightened its grip on Hong Kong in recent years, dimming hopes that the financial center will ever become a full democracy.

by Lindsay Maizland and Clara Fong July 3, 2025

United States

What Is Temporary Protected Status?
Temporary Protected Status has long been used as a humanitarian solution for migrants who are unable to return home safely. President Trump’s renewed efforts to scale back such programs have further fueled the debate over the immigration policy’s use and scope.  

by Diana Roy and Claire Klobucista July 2, 2025

Sudan

What Is the Extent of Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis?
More than two years into the civil war in Sudan, at least twelve million people have been forcibly displaced, but experts say the country’s devastating humanitarian crisis is still not getting the international attention it deserves.

by Mariel Ferragamo and Diana Roy June 26, 2025

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Climate Change

What Congress’ ‘Big’ Policy Bill Means for Global Climate Change
The legislation promoted by Trump and the White House will undo many of the climate and energy initiatives and tax credit programs passed during the Joe Biden administration.

by Varun Sivaram, Alice C. Hill and David M. Hart June 30, 2025 Energy Security and Climate Change Program

Iran

The Nonproliferation Chilling Effect U.S. Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites Could Cause
Countries without nuclear weapons could decide nuclear nonproliferation and transparency efforts that the world has taken for granted now pose more risk than reward.

by Erin D. Dumbacher June 27, 2025 National Security and Defense Program

Ukraine

The Carrot-Stick Approach to Ending the War in Ukraine
President Donald Trump is right to pursue diplomacy in Ukraine, but success requires a dual approach. To deliver on his promise to end the Russia-Ukraine war, Trump will need to offer Russia sticks as well as carrots.

by Charles A. Kupchan July 1, 2025 Wachenheim Program on Peace and Security