Commission on Human Rights Isabelle Vladoiu Confirmation Resolution of 2026

MU
RIEL BOWSER
MAYOR
April 21, 2026
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
In accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
142; D.C. Official Code § 1- 523.01), and pursuant to section 403 of the Human Rights Act of 1977,
effective December 7, 2004 (D.C. Law 15-216; D.C. Official Code § 2- 1404.03), I am pleased to
nominate the following individual:
Ms. Isabelle Vladoiu
17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
(Ward 1)
for reappointment as a member of the Commission on Human Rights, for a term to end December 31,
2029.
Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the above-m entioned
nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
I would appreciate the Council’s earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor’s Office of Talent and
Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
Sincerely,
Muriel B owser
Mayor
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A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
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Chairman Phil Mendelson
at the request of the Mayor
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
To confirm the reappointment oflsabelle Vladoiu as a member of the Commission on Human
Rights.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
resolution may be cited as the "Commission on Human Rights Isabelle Vladoiu Confirmation
Resolution of 2026".
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the reappointment of:
Isabelle Vladoiu
17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
(Ward 1)
as a member of the Commission on Human Rights, established by section 401 of the Human
Rights Act of 1977, effective December 7, 2004 (D.C. Law 15-216; D .C. Official Code§ 2-
1404.01), for a term to end December 31, 2029.
Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Mayor.
Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
ISABELLE VLADOIU
Founder and Chairman
EXPERIENCE
Founder and Chairman
US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights
08/2019  Present Washington
Guiding a diverse team of staff and volunteers across 56 countries
Created strong frameworks and policies that supported equality,
empowered marginalized communities, and facilitated sustainable
societal growth.
Director, Government Aairs
United for Human Rights
01/2018  01/2019 Washington
Designed and supervised the execution of human rights education
programs in diverse regions such as Tanzania, India, Pakistan, and
Mauritius.
Conducted trainings and seminars for Diplomatic Corps and
international organizations on effective ways to achieve peace,
cultural harmony and education for human rights
Organized at the United Nations in 2018 and 2019, the International
Human Rights Summit bringing together 500 diplomats, human
rights advocates and government officials from all around the world
Director
Y outh for Human Rights International
01/2016  01/2018 Buffalo
Forged unprecedented partnerships with the Erie County
Legislature, NY State Senate, the Buffalo Common Council, and law
enforcement to combat discrimination, advance equal rights, and
address issues of bullying
Investigated cases of human rights violations in Western NY and
reported them to local authorities for necessary action
Served as a liaison between citizens, government agencies, law
enforcement, peace groups and community leaders
Promoted respect for citizen's rights and took action by participating
in hundreds of community outreach campaigns
EDUCA TION
Doctoral Candidate, Global Security
American Military University
08/2020  Present
Expected graduation: July 2024
Dissertation Thesis: Femicide in Latin America
Master of Laws LL.M, Human Rights Law
University at Buffalo School of Law
08/2016  07/2017
Master of Laws LL.M, International Law
Transilvania University of Brasov
10/2014  06/2016
SUMMARY
Dedicated and accomplished human rights
specialist with over 13 years of experience in
human rights advocacy and diplomacy, expert
in developing and implementing human rights
education programs and fostering international
partnerships. Experienced in developing
policies on anti-discrimination, gender equality,
human trafficking prevention, diversity, equity
and inclusion, and sustainable development.
Adept at fostering cultural harmony and
promoting equal rights.
CERTIFICA TION
Human Rights Liaison Training
DC Office of Human Rights, 2019
Postgraduate Certificate in Public
Diplomacy
Academy of Foreign Trade and Economic
Diplomacy, 2015
SKILLS
Human rights advocacy
Policy Development Legal Analysis
Community Engagement & Outreach
Leadership & Committee Management
Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Government Ethics & Compliance
Education & Training Development
AWARDS
Lifetime Achievement Award,
President Joseph Biden, 2022
President’s Volunteer Service
Award and Gold Medal, President
Donald Trump, 2018
Eleanor Roosevelt Merit Medal,
ANDPH 2023
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EDUCA TION
Bachelor of Laws LLB
University of Bucharest School of Law
09/2010  06/2014
LANGUAGES
English
Native
Spanish
Native
Romanian
Native
German
Intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
BOOKS & PUBLICA TIONS
BOOK How to Become a Human Rights Professional: A
Guide to Human Rights Advocacy
ISBN 9798423640699
BOOK Business Etiquette Secrets: The Fast Track To
Professional Authority
ISBN 9798648427815
Global Governance 1.5  A Roadmap to Effective Global
Governance
https://papers.ssrn.com/abstract=3722615
The Rights of Minorities in Europe
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract id=3596219
Intersectionality: The Concurrence of Discriminatory
Issues in the Context of Human Rights
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3588633
The Status of the Israeli Woman  Comparative Analysis
with the Status of the Arab Woman in the Middle East
http://papers.ssrn.com/abstract=2782218
AWARDS
JAGILS Lifetime Achievement
Award 2023
Gaviota Award - Best Human Rights
Defender, 2021
Feminine Freedom Award, Norfolk
VA Public Library, 2021
Certificate of Recognition, Mayor of
Bualo, Byron Brown 2017
Certificate of Recognition, NY
Senator Timothy Kennedy, 2017
Merit Award for Economic
Diplomacy, IUBCCI, 2015
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sabelle Vladoiu
Ms.
Isabelle Vladoiu is an International Human Rights Law Specialist and
the founder of the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights. O ver
more than a decade working in human rights, Ms. Vladoiu has trained
more than 15,000 people in human rights education, human trafficking
prevention, DEI, and global security. Her expertise has been shared with
individuals, policymakers in Congress, government officials, and leaders
of international organizations.
Ms. Vladoiu’s service has been recognized by two American Presidents,
first with the President's Volunteer Service Award in 2018 and again with
the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Other recognition of her work
has included letters of appreciation from governors, s enators and
representatives, local legislators, and non- governmental organizations. In addition, she’s the
author of two books: How to Become a Human Rights Professional and Business Etiquette Secrets.
Ms. Vladoiu is committed to making the world a better place through her involvement with several
international organizations. Throughout her long and varied career, she has partnered with the
United Nations, UNESCO, and the Organization of American States on topics related to
sustainability, security, human rights, and diplomacy. She is the Editor in Chief of the Global
Ambassadors Journal and an expert in using events to promote international relations. She has led
the International Human Rights Summit at the United Nations for several years, in addition to two
other summits, the Diplomacy and Human Rights Summit and the International Summit on
Disability Rights . Through these events, Ms. Vladoiu provides an open platform for dialogue
between people from various countries and backgrounds. This ultimately results in peaceful
collaborations and a greater understanding of human rights across borders.
A Ward 1 resident, Ms. Vladoiu earned her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Bucharest
School of Law, her Master of Laws in Human Rights Law from the U niversity at Buffalo School
of Law, and her Master of Laws in International Law from Transilvania University of Brasov.

GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
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The John A. Wilson Building • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW • Suite 300 • Washington, D.C. 20004 • Office (202) 724-7681
To: Kimberly A. Bassett, Steve Walker
From: Betsy Cavendish
Date: March 31, 2026
Subject: Legal sufficiency review of a resolution reappointing Isabelle Vladoiu as a
member of the Commission on Human Rights
This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above-referenced resolution and
found it to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
hesitate to call Michael Porcello, Deputy General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at
202-727-0872, or me at 202-724-7681.
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Elizabeth Cavendish