Thrēo is an independent global and interdisciplinary online magazine that provides a platform for forward-thinking storytelling from experts, ideators and those of us who are deeply immersed in the work of defense, diplomacy and development.
The word thrēo is the feminine Latin root of three, signifying our belief in the power of three. Founded by three Harvard alumna who serve on the Board of Directors of Harvard W3D: Women in Defense, Diplomacy and Development, the digital publication serves as a leading forum for ongoing and distinctive commentary on interstate systems, geopolitical, sociological, economic, philosophical and historical news and ideas from across the world.
We aim to:
- Establish trust and alliance at the intersection of the “3D’s” to create holistic policy decisions
- Tap the under-utilized power of women as influential global leaders for sustainable peace through gender diversity, equity and inclusion
- Underscore the significance of best practices, key perspectives and innovative solutions from a strong network of peace and security communities
- Serve as an agent of change for our 2,000+ global members from the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Indo-Pacific regions and beyond
About Harvard W3D
Harvard W3D: Women in Defense, Diplomacy, and Development is an innovative network of more than 3,000 global members dedicated to connecting and cultivating global leaders who work together toward sustainable peace. Founded in 2013 by three Harvard Kennedy School alumni, W3D aims to build trust and collaboration between the defense, diplomacy, and development sectors to create holistic policy decisions and solutions. Based on the knowledge that trusted relationships and inclusive groups are the keys to positive change, W3D seeks to tap the under-utilized power of women.
The mission of W3D is three-pronged: (1) cultivate women leaders; (2) build a trusted network of defense, diplomacy, and development experts; and (3) foster sustainable peace and security solutions. Our work centers on three guiding pillars:
- Develop leaders by focusing on the individual through programs including professional training workshops, speaker series, and team-building activities
- Inspire change by focusing on the network of peace and security communities, establishing a speakers bureau, and promoting women thought leaders
- Engage the world by focusing on the sharing and transfer of best practices, key perspectives, and innovative solutions