WACA Conference: VOA Director Amanda Bennett to Speak; Sept. KNOW NOW; Star Speakers at Councils; WACA Co-Hosts Turkish VIPs at Nat'l Press Club; WACA
Engage America
Grant Programs; AWQ Topics Announced; USIP Peace Day Challenge; Sept.
Cover to Cover
; + more Highlights!
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VOA Director Amanda Bennett to Speak at WACA 2019 Conference
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New Speaker:
The Economics of Disinformation--Thurs., Nov. 7
Amanda Bennett
, Director of the Voice of America, is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist, editor, and author of six books. Before her March 2016 appointment to lead VOA, she served as Executive Editor of Bloomberg News and prior to that was named the first female Editor of The Philadelphia Inquirer in the 174 years since the paper's founding in 1829. Bennett shared the 1997 Pulitzer Prize for national reporting with her Wall Street Journal colleagues, and in 2001 led a team from
The Oregonian to a Pulitzer for public service. Together with her husband, Donald Graham, she is a co-founder of TheDream.US, which provides college scholarships to the children of undocumented immigrants.
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Remember to keep checking WACA Newsletters and the
WACA Conference website
for important updates to the agenda as well as announcements of new speakers and program details.
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September KNOW NOW: Tunisian Elections
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Register now for WACA's
KNOW NOW conference call on
Thursday, September 19, at 3:00-3:30 pm ET, featuring
Oussama Romdhani, Editor in Chief of The Arab Weekly and former Tunisian Communications Minister.
On Sunday, September 15, Tunisians went to to the polls to elect their next president - a vote that will have regional and international implications. Considering the unsettled situations in Libya and Algeria, the success or failure of Tunisia's third democratic contest since the 2011 uprising could have a bearing on regional stability. Join WACA for a conversation with Oussama Romdhani, moderated by
WAC Dallas/Fort Worth
President & CEO Jim Falk about why the Tunisian elections matter and how the new Tunisian president can ensure the future stability and economic recovery of Tunisia.
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Convening Power of the WACA Network This Week
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Fmr. UN Amb. Samantha Power
Professor of Practice
Harvard University
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Amb. Chase Untermeyer
Chairman
Qatar-America Institute
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Amb. Barbara Stephenson
President, American Foreign Service Association
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D.J. Peterson
President and Founder
Longview Global Advisors
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Amb. Vicki Huddleston
Consultant Cuba Business Transnational Security Group
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General James Mattis
26th U.S. Secretary of Defense
U.S. Marine Corps (ret.)
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WACA Co-Hosts High-Level Turkish Roundtable at National Press Club
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The World Affairs Councils of America and the
Turkish Heritage Organization will co-sponsor a roundtable discussion on "
Turkey's Security Perspectives on Defense, Energy, and Economy in the Region" on
Tuesday, September 17
, at the National Press Club.
WACA President and CEO
Bill Clifford will moderate a panel comprised of Deputy Minister of Energy
Alparslan Bayraktar,
Professor Gulner Aybet, Chief Advisory to the President of the Republic of Turkey, and
Professor Akif Kirecci, Board Member/Foreign Defense Council of the President's Office. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to
rpastor@worldaffairscouncils.org.
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WACA
Engage America
: The Alliance Working in America
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Global Minnesota will host former U.S. Director of National Intelligence and Commander of U.S. Pacific Command,
Admiral Dennis Blair (ret.), Chairman and Distinguished Senior Fellow at Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA, and
Dr. Satu Limaye, Vice President and Director of the East-West Center in Washington, for "
The U.S.-Japan Alliance in an Evolving Indo-Pacific" on
Wed., September 18. Admiral Blair and Dr. Limaye will discuss the significance of and possibilities going forward for the U.S.-Japan alliance with a Q&A portion moderated by
Liz Brailsford, Chief Operating Officer at WACA.
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Admiral Dennis Blair (ret.)
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Announcing
2019-2020 Academic WorldQuest Topics
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- U.S.-Russia Relations
- Country in Focus: South Korea
- Preventing Extremism in Fragile States
- Oceans: The World's Garbage Dump
- Great Decisions
- Brexit and the EU
- China's Belt & Road Initiative
- Germany: 30 Years After the Fall of the Berlin Wall
- Qatar and the Future of the Gulf Cooperation Council
- Current Events
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2019-2020 AWQ Ops Paper, Teachers Guide, and Flyer
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The
Carlos and Malú Alvarez 2020 Academic WorldQuest National Competition will be held in Washington, DC on
April 24-25, 2019. Please see the 2020 AWQ
Ops Paper,
Teachers Guide, and
Flyer for useful information. Stay tuned for the release of the 2020 AWQ Pledge Form to register your local competition in this year's AWQ season.
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USIP Presents the Annual Peace Day Challenge
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The
United States Institute of Peace, a WACA partner, wants to encourage another great year of engagement in its
Peace Day Challenge, which is a big opportunity for people across the U.S. and around the world to recognize the
International Day of Peace on
September 21
. USIP encourages you to participate by taking an action to make peace possible and sharing it on social media. This will mark the 5th year of this signature USIP campaign, which has achieved huge reach and energy from the engagement of schools and organizations across the U.S., to collaborations with partners in conflict zones, to the involvement of tens of millions of people via social media. This year’s theme is:
Peace is Possible. It Takes Action. It Takes All of Us. Learn more
here and stay up-to-date and engaged via
Twitter.
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September
Cover to Cover
: Network Revolutions
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In this fascinating book, former FCC chairman Tom Wheeler puts past network revolutions into the perspective of today, when rapid-fire changes in networking are upending the nature of work, personal privacy, education, the media, and nearly every other aspect of modern life. Outlining “What’s Next,” he describes how artificial intelligence, virtual reality, blockchain, and the need for cybersecurity are laying the foundation for a third network revolution.
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Council of the Month: WAC Connecticut
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On
November 1, the
World Affairs Council of Connecticut will host
President
Vicente Fox, former President of Mexico (2000-2006), for "
An Evening With Vicente Fox." President Fox will give his candid perspective and analysis on some of today's most contentious and impactful global issues from the relationship between Mexico and the United States to immigration, governance, and global leadership.
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WACA
Engage America
: Wunderbar Together at WAC Charlotte
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Councils Are Hiring -
New Openings Listed!
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WAC Pittsburgh is seeking a candidate who has a strong passion for the Council's mission, a desire to operate the organization like an entrepreneurial, creative, and value adding business, and with a tempo that captures the energy of the issues which the Council brings to the community.
To apply please visit:
worldpittsburgh.org.
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This position is a unique opportunity to plan and implement inbound international exchange programs, including the prestigious U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program, at Oregon's premier international affairs organization and contribute to its mission of connecting Oregonians to the world. The successful candidate will have a portfolio of international visitor projects. Time will also be allocated to support other programs or projects of WorldOregon, including but not limited to WorldQuest, Global Conversations (including the International Speakers Series), the Global Classroom Program, and general administration.
Apply here by October 14.
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the E.D. provides leadership, strategy development, and vision to the organization in keeping with the mission and strategy of WorldDenver. A keen interest in global affairs and promoting greater international understanding will be desired hallmarks.
To apply, please email your resume to
Lauren McElderry at
lmcelderry@eflassociates.com.
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The Director of Development is a new position at CIR and will be responsible for overseeing donor research, cultivating close relationships with New Mexico funders to position CIR for local/regional grants, leading business partnerships, and others. CIR is looking for a candidate with a passion for world affairs, globalization, and social justice; strong and demonstrated success as a fundraiser; experience with Planned Giving, and excellent written and spoken communication skills with social media expertise.
Apply here.
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The Office Manager & Executive Assistant ensures administrative functions are effective, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the organization. This role supports the Director of Operations, comprising several main areas of responsibility including office administration, facility management, social media, program support (program registration, membership and event promotion, materials order processing), intern program coordination, and Board of Directors support.
Apply here.
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Monday 9/16
World Affairs Council of Seattle hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Samantha Power, Professor of Practice at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School and former U.S. Ambassador to the UN, for “A Conversation With Ambassador Samantha Power.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Jacksonville hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Barbara Stephenson, President of the American Foreign Service Association, for “An Ambassador Reflects: Diplomacy at a Crossroads.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Greater Houston hosts
Ambassador Jose Borges dos Santos Jr., Consul General of Brazil in Houston, for a traditional Brazilian dinner.
Details
Peoria Area World Affairs Council hosts
Steve Orlins, President of the National Committee on United States-China Relations, for “Peoria and U.S.-China Relations.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana hosts LGBTQ+ rights activist
Ivan Enrique Gomez Tagle Durand, for “Between Louisville & Mexico: Where Are LGBTQ+ Rights Headed?”
Details
Worcester World Affairs Council hosts professor
Peter Dutton, Naval War College, for “China and South China Seas.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth hosts author
Bob Satawake to discuss his book,
Breaking Protocol.
Details
Tuesday 9/17
World Affairs Council of Jacksonville hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Barbara Stephenson, President of the American Foreign Service Association, for “The Latin Americans: Their Love-Hate Relationship With the United States.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Atlanta hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Vicki Huddleston, Consultant for Cuba Business at the Transnational Security Group, for “Nose-to-Nose With Fidel Castro.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Austin hosts
Demosthenes James (D.J.) Peterson, President and Founder of Longview Global Advisors, for “Trade, Technology, and the New Global Political Order.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Greater Houston hosts
Alfredo Romero, Director President of Foro Penal Venezolano, for “'Struggle for Justice' - Political Prisoners & Human Rights.”
Details
Colorado Foothills World Affairs Council hosts
Barbara Finamore, Senior Strategic Director for Asia at the Natural Resources Defense Council, for “Will China Save the Planet?”
Details
South Dakota World Affairs Council hosts
Tim Schorn, Director of the International Studies Program at the University of South Dakota, for “Permanent Tension: Iran, the United States, and the World.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh hosts professor
Ross Harrison, Georgetown University, for “Civil Wars: The Future of the Middle East and Implications for Global Security.”
Details
Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council hosts author
Gordon Chang for “America’s Grandest Wager: China.”
Details
WorldDenver hosts a panel of experts for “The Future of the U.S.-Europe Relationship.”
Details
Wednesday 9/18
World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Chase Untermeyer, Chairman of the Qatar-America Institute, for “Qatari-American Relationship in Security, Education, and Energy.”
Details
World Affairs Council Upstate hosts
Ambassador (ret.) Vicki Huddleston, Consultant for Cuba Business at the Transnational Security Group, for “Cuba: A Family Feud That Became Presidential Politics.”
Details
Colorado Springs World Affairs Council hosts
Barbara Finamore, Senior Strategic Director for Asia at the Natural Resources Defense Council, for “Will China Save the Planet?”
Details
Cleveland Council on World Affairs hosts
Kemal Kirişci, Director of the Center on the United States and Europe’s Turkey Project at Brookings, for “Turkey, a U.S. Ally Adrift: Is a Reversal Possible?”
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World Affairs Council of South Texas hosts
Julie Kavanagh, Diplomat in Residence for Texas for the U.S. Department of State at the University of Texas, for “Challenges & Reflections of a Career U.S. Diplomat Abroad.”
Details
Global Minnesota hosts
Dennis Blair, Chairman of the Board and Distinguished Senior Fellow (Non-Resident) of Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA,
Satu Limaye, Vice President and Director at the East-West Center in Washington, and
Liz Brailsford, Chief Operating Officer at the World Affairs Council of America, for “The U.S.-Japan Alliance in an Evolving Indo-Pacific.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Greater Houston hosts
Fred Charlton, Managing Director and Chairman of Energy Investment Banking at Simmons Energy, for “Luncheon: Fred Charlton - Simmons Energy: Global Macro Energy Outlook.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Greater Reading hosts educator, activist, and women’s history expert
Hallie Vaughan for “Alice Paul: Women’s Suffragist.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Tacoma hosts author
Connie Connally for “Travel Talk: Hungary and the Songs We Hide.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth hosts author
Lea Carpenter for “Declassified: Secret Literature.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Rhode Island hosts author
Stephen Kinzer for “Poisoner in Chief.”
Details
Thursday 9/19
International Affairs Forum (Traverse City) hosts
Ambassador Hatem Atallah, former Tunisian Ambassador to the U.S., for “Autocrats and Revolutions.”
Details
Alaska World Affairs Council hosts
Jay Katzen, President of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, for “The Secret Life of an American Diplomat.”
Details
World Affairs Council of New Hampshire hosts
Douglas Yu-Tien, Director General of the Taipei Cultural and Economic Office in Boston, for “Global Tipping Points: Taiwan and the U.S.; 40 Years On.”
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Global Minnesota hosts
Tom Patterson, Director of International Education at Johnson County Community College, for “Whether GDP Is a Good Measure of Well-being.”
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Colorado Springs World Affairs Council hosts
Meg Sagaria-Barritt, Integration Partnerships Coordinator for the Colorado Refugee Services Program, for “Responding to the Global Challenge of Migration: What Factors Should Influence U.S. Policies?”
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Indiana Council on World Affairs hosts
Mehdi Noorbaksh, Professor of International Affairs and Business at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, for “U.S. Foreign-Policy in the Middle East: The Case of Iran.”
Details
Olympia World Affairs Council hosts professor
Andrew Gardner, University of Puget Sound, for “Journey to Arabia: An Ethnographic Portrait of Labor Migration in the Indian Ocean World.”
Details
World Affairs Council of Sonoma County hosts reporter and author
T.R. Reid, for “Better Health, Lower Cost: How Other Advanced Democracies Provide Health Care to All at Half the American Health Care Cost”
Details
Savannah Council on World Affairs hosts author
Evan Ellis, for “Venezuela: Dynamics of the Crisis, Prospects for Transition, and Implications for the Region.”
Details
Friday 9/20
World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth hosts
General James Mattis, 26th U.S. Secretary of Defense, to discuss his book,
Call Sign Chaos: Learning to Lead.
Details
World Affairs Council of Monterey Bay hosts author and professor emeritus
Alex Saragoza, University of California, for “Relations Between the U.S. and Mexico.”
Details
Sunday 9/22
World Affairs (Northern California) hosts
Kathryn Stoner, Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University, for “Russia Resurrected: Its Power and Purpose in a New Global Order.”
Details
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WACA's National Speaker Database Needs You!
We have recently debuted WACA's
Speaker Database 2.0. In this new iteration, we have expanded our list of speakers and made it easier than ever for you, as Council staff and board members, to engage with it.
We want your speakers! Please submit your speakers through the "
Submit Your Speakers" button on our website.
You need to have an account through our website in order to view and interact with the database and submit your speakers. To check if you have an account, please visit your
Council Member page on the WACA website and see if you are listed as a staff or board member. If you are not, you will not be able to interact with the database yet.
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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:
- Jacqueline Miller, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Seattle, Passage Along the Danube River: October 12-24, 2019
- Derrick Olsen, President, WorldOregon, Trade Routes of Coastal Iberia: October 13-21, 2019
- Craig Snyder, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, Exploring Saudi Arabia & Qatar: November 7-17, 2019
- Ambassador Mark Johnson, former Vice Chair, World Affairs Councils of America, Egypt & the Eternal Nile: January 28-February 11, 2020
- Ambassador Philip Hughes, former President, World Affairs Councils of America, South American Tapestry: February 27-March 15, 2020
- Ambassador Heather Hodges, President and Ambassador in Residence, Cleveland Council on World Affairs, Barcelona: April 18-26, 2020
- Megan Torrey, Chief Executive Officer, World Affairs Council of Hartford, Himalayan Kingdoms: Nepal & Bhutan: April 28-May 12, 2020
- Bill Clifford, President & CEO, World Affairs Councils of America, China, Tibet, and the Yangtze: May 9-24, 2020
- Lise Falskow, President & CEO, Alaska World Affairs Council, Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords: May 16-24, 2020
- Dr. Pamela Zeiser, Education Liaison, World Affairs Council of Jacksonville, Berlin Uncovered: May 24-31, 2020
- Jim Falk, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth, Arctic Expedition: Voyage Under the Midnight Sun: June 9-19, 2020
- Ljubomir (LJ) Stambuk, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Charlotte, Sailing Ancient Trade Routes: Helsinki to Copenhagen: June 27-July 9, 2020
- Mimi Gregory, Vice President and Program Chairman, Naples Council on World Affairs, Cruising the Adriatic and Aegean Seas: September 9-17, 2020
- Don Samford, Chairman of the Education Outreach and Program Committees, Peoria Area World Affairs Council, Legendary Turkey: October 2-16, 2020
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