Key Council Programs; Brazil Summer Study Contest; WorldOregon Speaker Series; WorldDenver, WACNH Hiring; WAC Kentucky's Japan-U.S. Program; Great Decisions Teachers Training Institute; Council Highlights and more!
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This Week in the WACA Network
Scroll down to the Council Highlights section for more speaker and topic ideas!
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Richard Grenell
U.S. Ambassador to Germany
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Robert Mallett
President and CEO of Africare
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WACA-Liaison America Scholarship for Brazil Summer Study
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The World Affairs Councils of America is pleased to present two opportunities that arise from our relationship with
Liaison America, an international education organization connected to five countries and dedicated to working with young people who want to impact lives and make a change in the world.
The first initiative is a
30-day scholarship opportunity
for one (1) university student to live and experience Brazil this summer through immersion in the culture, education, and language! See scholarship details
here.
Also, we present the second opportunity: Following presentations by outstanding Brazilian high school students visiting the U.S. in Liaison America's "Triple L" Program - both at WACA headquarters and to Council leaders who attended the WACA Breakfast at the Global Ties U.S. National Meeting - we will offer a
Liaison America webinar for Council leaders and staff on February 28. This
webinar will provide information for Councils interested in fee-for-service hosting of similar student groups from Brazil in July 2019 and January 2020. It will include information on program goals, administrative responsibilities, logistics, and funding.
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Today: Making the Hard Case for Soft Power at American University
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What lasting impact do international exchanges have on communities, our country, and our world? How do we demonstrate that impact to elected officials? International exchange programs, such as the Fulbright Program and the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), serve as effective tools of public diplomacy. The
School of International Service hosts
Making the Hard Case for Soft Power on Monday, February 25 as they focus on how these and other exchanges have shaped global competence. They will also discuss the most compelling ways to advocate for these excellent examples of soft power. WACA is proud to co-sponsor this event.
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WorldDenver to Hire New Executive Director
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An innovative, visionary, mission-driven, and results-oriented leader to lead the organization into the future is sought. A keen interest in global affairs and promoting greater international understanding, as well as a deep knowledge of our Denver and Colorado environments, will be desired hallmarks.
Apply here.
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Listen to Council of the Month's "Global in the Granite State" Podcast
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The
World Affairs Council of New Hampshire broadcasts a monthly podcast titled, "
Global in the Granite State," where you will listen to interesting interviews and learn more about how New Hampshire is connected to the world, how the hot topics of the day are playing out, and why international affairs are important to support.
Also,
WACNH is hiring! A
Program Coordinator is sought to help plan, publicize, and implement the nonprofit’s public events to fulfill the organization’s mission of fostering learning, discussion, and citizen involvement in world affairs around the state.
Apply here.
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WorldOregon Unveils International Speaker Series
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WorldOregon begins its 2019
Welcome to the World International Speaker series on
Sunday, March 3 featuring the Hon. Julian Castro, Jaya Dukureh, Farah Pandith, and Erica Fernandez.
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WAC Kentucky to Host WACA-Sasakawa Program on Japan-U.S. Ties
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Previous Council host for this program series are: WAC Greater Houston, WorldOregon, and WAC Atlanta. Sasakawa USA is also co-sponsor the Carlos and Malú Alvarez 2019 Academic WorldQuest National Competition. This is the second and final WACA-Sasakawa
Engage America: The Alliance Working in America program.
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Participate in the Great Decisions Teachers Institute
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The
Foreign Policy Association's 15th annual
Great Decisions Teachers Institute for high school educators affiliated with World Affairs Councils will take place
July 8 through July 12 in New York City
(
updated dates
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Topics will include Global Migration, Nuclear Negotiations, and Trade with China. For the full list of topics and more information, please visit the Institute's
webpage.
To apply for the Great Decisions Teachers Institute, you must complete a questionnaire, which can be accessed by clicking
here. High school educators nationwide are invited to apply by
March 29. All applicants will be notified by
April 12.
If you have any questions in regards to the application or the Great Decisions Teachers Institute, please email
teachers@fpa.org, or call the Foreign Policy Association at
212-481-8100 x 249.
Did you know? Great Decisions just began its national broadcast run on public television! Tune in to PBS Word Tuesday's at 6:00 am ET and 1:00 pm ET or watch online on
Vimeo or Amazon
Prime.
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Save the Date:
Council Leadership Meeting in KC on June 13-15
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Mark your calendars now! The World Affairs Councils of America will convene its semi-annual
Council Leadership and WACA Board Meetings in Kansas City, MO on
June 13-15, 2019.
Click on the flyer to the left for meeting details and other special opportunities! The schedule will be updated periodically, and we will announce exclusive hotel accommodations soon.
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Albright Stonebridge Group VPs Available for Speaking Engagements
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In partnership with Albright Stonebridge Group, we're pleased to present the following speakers. Please contact WACA President Bill Clifford if you are interested in scheduling engagements with them.
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Molly Montgomery
Vice President, Europe Practice, Albright Stonebridge Group
Montgomery joined ASG from the White House, where she served as Special Adviser to the Vice President for Europe and Eurasia. She also was Deputy Director of Eastern European Affairs at the State Department.
Full bio.
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Sumona Guha
Vice President, Europe Practice, Albright Stonebridge Group
Guha served as White House special adviser on Europe and at the State Department as special assistant for Europe. She also served at the U.S. embassies in Paris and Moscow.
Full bio.
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John Hughes
Vice President, Europe Practice, Albright Stonebridge Group
Hughes was the Deputy Director in the Office of Sanctions Policy and Implementation in the State Department’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs. In this role, Mr. Hughes helped set policy priorities for sanctions regimes around the globe.
Full bio.
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Ambassador Nealon Speaks on Immigration at Councils Around Network
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James Nealon, former U.S. Ambassador to Honduras, has visited WAC Western Michigan and WAC Maine in recent months to speak about immigration policy.
Read his op-ed, published February 19 in Washington D.C.'s
The Hill. Nealon will be added to WACA's National Speaker Database, to be released soon!
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Monday 2/25
International Relations Council (Kansas City) hosts
Paula Dobriansky, Senior Fellow in the Future of Diplomacy Project, for “National Security Challenges in The Next Decade: Implications For the U.S.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Western Michigan hosts
Kelsey Davenport, Director for Nonproliferation Policy at the Arms Control Association, for “A New Nuclear Arms Race.”
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World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth hosts
Charles Edel, Senior Fellow at the U.S. Studies Center at the University of Sydney, for “The Lessons of Tragedy: Statecraft and World Order.”
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World Affairs Council of Charleston hosts
Jonathan Hillman, Senior Fellow of the Simon Chair in Political Economy at CSIS, for “Washington's Latest Worry: China's Belt And Road Initiative - Building Infrastructure Around The World To Extend Political Influence And Develop Military Assets."
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World Affairs Council of Monterey Bay hosts
Anne Baylouny, Associate Professor of National Security Affairs, for “The Syrian Refugee Crisis.”
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Tuesday 2/26
World Affairs Council of Maine hosts
Kirsten Hillman, Canadian Deputy Ambassador to the U.S., for “Canada and Maine: Shared Past, Bright Future.”
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World Affairs (Northern California) hosts
Thomas Fingar, Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Research and Analysis, for “China's Future: Soaring Ambitions; Daunting Challenges.”
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World Affairs Council of Austin hosts
Monde Muyangwa, Director of the African Program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center, for “Security and Economic Priorities for Africa: Assessments and Recommendations for Developing U.S.-Africa Policy.”
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World Affairs (Northern California) hosts
Anna Busse, Professor of International Studies, and
Jason Wittenberg, associate professor at the University of California, for “Eroding Democracies and Rising Nationalism.”
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Indiana Council on World Affairs hosts
Jyotika Saksena, Professor of International Relations at the University of Indianapolis, for “Great Decisions - Nuclear Negotiations: Back to the Future?”
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World Affairs Council of Western North Carolina hosts
Tom Sanders, former Professor of Religion and International Studies, for “The Middle East: Regional Disorder?"
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World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities hosts a panel of experts for “Fake News: A Panel Discussion.”
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World Affairs Council of Maine hosts
Dr. Chuck Radis, Rheumatology Doctor, for “Making a Difference on a Shoestring.”
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Wednesday 2/27
World Affairs Council of New Orleans hosts
Ulrike Lunacek, former Vice President of the European Parliament, for “The European Union and the Populist Challenge.”
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World Affairs Council of Atlanta hosts
Scott Price, Chairman of the National Center for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, for “U.S.-Asia Trade Post-TPP.”
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World Affairs Council of Greater Houston hosts
Lieutenant General Paul Funk, 60th Commanding General of III Armored Corps and Fort Hood, for “Leading the Fight Against ISIS, Today’s American Soldier, and Supporting the Troops.”
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WorldBoston hosts
Gus Coldebella, Chief Legal Officer at Circle, for “Great Decisions: Cyber Conflicts and Geopolitics.”
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Cleveland Council on World Affairs hosts
Paul Stebbins, founder and former CEO of World Fuel Services, for “How the U.S. Debt Disrupts Our Politics and the International Economic System.”
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World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads hosts
Dr. Bogdan Neughebauer, infectious disease specialist at Sentara, for “Global Infectious Disease: Progress or Precipice?”
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Thursday 2/28
World Affairs Council of the Desert hosts
Richard Grenell, U.S. Ambassador to Germany, for “Strengthening the Transatlantic Relationship.”
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World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth hosts
Ambassador Thomas Pickering, Vice Chairman of Hill and Company, to discuss U.S.-Iran relations and The Iran Project.
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Richmond World Affairs Council hosts
Brian Katulis, Senior Fellow at American Progress, for “America’s Changing Foreign Policy Debate and Syria.”
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Peoria Area World Affairs Council hosts
Vijayalakshmi Varadarajan, Professor of Physical Sciences at International Culinary Center, for “A Taste of India Culinary Program.”
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Foreign Policy Association hosts a panel of experts for “U.S.-China Trade: Taking Stock and Looking Ahead.”
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Friday 3/1
World Affairs Council of Hilton Head hosts
Robert Mallett, President and CEO of Africare, for “Africa - Familiar Challenges, Rewarding Opportunities.”
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World Affairs Council of Seattle hosts
Joseph Cirincione, President of Ploughshares, for “Policy and Politics of U.S. Strategy Today.”
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World Affairs Council of Inland Southern California hosts
Emily Baum, Associate Professor of History at the University of California, for “Asylums and the Insane in Early 20th Century China.”
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WorldOregon hosts
Alexander Montgomery, Associate Professor of Political Science at Reed College, for “Nuclear Negotiations: Back to the Future?”
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Santa Fe Council on International Center hosts a panel of experts for “Regional Briefing Luncheon: Latin America.”
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Travel the World with WAC Philadelphia
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Travel with Council Leaders - hear them lecture on Travel the World tours from the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia!
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2019 travel schedule includes trips to:
- Michelle Harpenau, Executive Director, World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Springtime in Provence & Burgundy, May 15 - 23, 2019
- Dr. Carla Thorson, Senior Vice President of Programs, World Affairs, Northern California, Arctic Expedition: June 21 - July 1, 2019
- Derrick Olsen, President, WorldOregon, Trade Routes of Coastal Iberia: Oct. 13-21, 2019
- Jacqueline Miller, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Seattle, Passage along the Danube River: Oct. 12-24, 2019
- Craig Snyder, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, Exploring Saudi Arabia & Qatar: Nov. 7-17, 2019
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