SOLD OUT For any inquiries, please contact Program Director Amanda at (860) 724-2953 or [email protected]. Join the World Affairs Council of Connecticut in hosting His Excellency Armando Varricchio, Ambassador of Italy to the United States for a Global Connections Luncheon exploring the strength of the Italy-U.S. strategic relationship, the challenges and uncertainty facing the European […]

The World Affairs Council of CT held its very first Model United Nations program in 1952 and since then thousands of individuals across the state have benefited from it. The 2017 Model United Nations conference gives students the opportunity to engage in debate over a wide range of topics that revolve around the theme: Security […]

SOLD OUT For any inquiries, please contact Program Director Amanda at (860) 724-2953 or [email protected]. Space Limited for this exclusive event featuring a three-course lunch at Max Downtown and expert discussion on the key insights you need to know to navigate the unpredictable economic landscape we’re poised to enter in 2018. Now is the time […]

Sharpen your Model UN debate skills with this workshop series from the World Affairs Council of Connecticut. Come and hone your skills while engaging in debate with your peers on the latest global issues. A fun and interactive way to enhance your skills for the 2018 CTWAC MUN Conference! Open to high school students. Healthy […]

The Meaning of Jerusalem A source of unity or division? Join us for an interfaith conversation on the spiritual and cultural meanings underpinning today’s conflict over the city of Jerusalem. Moderated by Heidi Hadsell, President of the Hartford Seminary. Moderator Heidi Hadsell, President, Hartford Seminary Panelists Saud Anwar, M.D., Mayor South Windsor, Co-Chair American Muslim […]

Join us for a book talk as author Mark Hehl discusses his new book, Amusing Confessions of an International Consultant. The world is getting smaller, especially when it comes to the world of business. This book chronicles the author’s experiences assisting many clients with operational excellence and technology transfer projects in over forty countries covering […]

**Postponed** Unfortunately, due to impending inclement weather, we are postponing the event. The event will no longer take place on March 7, 2018. Stay tuned – rescheduled date to be announced soon! International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. On March 7, we celebrate global […]

Join us as we host the first annual Diplomat Reception with Consuls General and honorary Consuls General who serve the greater Connecticut area. Enjoy food and drink while mingling with the diplomats from the greater Connecticut region, and featuring a silent auction with gifts and exclusive opportunities from Connecticut and around the world. With special […]

Please join the U.S. Department of Commerce, Connecticut District Export Council, the German Consul General, for “Meet the Market Germany, Opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing.” There will also be presentations by the German Trade Office (German Consul General Dr. Ralf Horlemann), U.S. Department of Commerce Germany, and local German Companies. This is a free event. Register […]