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Global Security Forum 2023

September 22, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Global Security Forum 2023: Tipping Points & Tripwires

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The Global Security Forum will bring you the world’s biggest names in global security ever seen on our stage. Generals, experts, policymakers, and foreign leaders convene in Connecticut to address the most critical global security issues of today and the opportunities of tomorrow.

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Join the World Affairs Council of CT, the Charter Oak Chapter of the Military Officers Association, Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security (WCAPS), and World Affairs Councils across the region for an all-day seminar featuring experts from top military and civilian institutions. This event is not to be missed.


The Details

When: Thursday, September 21 – Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: Locations across Hartford
Tickets: $25-$250 | Required | In-person, virtual, & bundle options

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The Global Security Forum has hosted Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin; Admiral Michael Gilday, 32nd Chief of Naval Operations; Admiral (U.S. Navy, Ret.) Michelle Howard; Gen. (U.S. Army, Ret.) Wesley Clark; Admiral (U.S. Navy, Ret.) Dennis Blair, former Director of National Intelligence; Gen. (U.S. Army, Ret.) David Petraeus; Gen. (U.S. Air Force, Ret.) Lori Robinson, former Commander, USNORTHCOM & NORAD; Lt. Gen. (U.S. Army, Ret.) Mark Hertling; Ambassador (Ret.) Bonnie Jenkins; Dr. Richard Haass; and many more distinguished security leaders.


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