Global Security & Human Rights Specialist, Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu

Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu is a diplomatic protocol expert, human rights specialist, and global security specialist. She has worked directly with diplomats, government officials, and international leaders across multiple regions.
As the founder of the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR), she has trained more than 30,000 professionals worldwide—including diplomats, policymakers, and executives—on international protocol, business etiquette, cross-cultural communication, and diplomatic leadership.
Dr. Vladoiu serves as Faculty in the Department of Security and Global Studies at American Public University System (APUS/AMU) and brings over a decade of experience in public and NGO diplomacy, helping leaders navigate high-level international environments with confidence.
Recognized by two U.S. Presidents, Dr. Vladoiu holds a Doctorate in Global Security, a Juris Doctor, and an LL.M. in International Human Rights Law, and has collaborated with the United Nations, UNICEF, the World Bank, and the Organization of American States. Her bestselling book Business Etiquette Secrets is a trusted guide for global professionals.


As an expert in feminicide across Latin America, Dr. Vladoiu has highlighted the severe impact of gender-based violence on global security. Her research and advocacy emphasize the importance of addressing feminicide not only as a human rights issue but also as a critical component of international security. Through her work, she has demonstrated how power disparities contribute to gender-based violence and the necessity of incorporating these issues into legal frameworks.
Dr. Vladoiu holds a Doctorate in Global Security from American Military University and a Master of Laws from SUNY Buffalo Law School.

Femicide in Latin America: A Growing Threat to Women’s Security, Routledge, ISBN 978-1041088974 (2025)
https://www.amazon.com/Femicide-America-Global-Gender-Sexuality/dp/1041088973/
The Protocol Library: The Definitive Guide to Titles, Honorifics, and Formal Etiquette, ISBN 979-8289502643 (2025)
How to Become a Human Rights Professional: A Guide to Human Rights Advocacy
https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Human-Rights-Professional/dp/B09TDSMYJQ/
Business Etiquette Secrets: The Fast Track To Professional Authority
https://www.amazon.com/Business-Etiquette-Secrets-Professional-Authority-ebook/dp/B08L185539
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