New Date! November 3rd Join us for an evening discussion with renowned photojournalist, humanitarian and visual war correspondent, Paula Bronstein, as she discusses her new book: Afghanistan: Between Hope and Fear, in conversation with the Hartford Courant’s Dan Haar. Paula Bronstein is a former staff photographer for the Hartford Courant and sits alongside the most […]

Come November, with a new President-elect preparing to assume office amid tectonic global shifts and after a divisive campaign at home, you can be among thought leaders, government decision makers, and industry experts who will discuss the future, answer questions, and propose solutions to some of the vexing challenges throughout the world. Speakers include George […]

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 benefitted from it. The 2016 Model United Nations conference gives students the opportunity to engage in debate over a wide range of topics that revolve around the theme of […]

New partnership series with Infinity Hall! Through the Council, receive special event pricing and seating for this global musical celebration and join us for an exclusive pre-show reception with drink specials and hors d’oeuvres. This band is a potent example of the redeeming power of music and the ability of the human spirit to persevere […]

Global Threats and Big Data Defeating global threats to your security, supply chain, and market share Featuring: Lew Nescott, Jr., member of the intelligence unit at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and strategic advisor with TradeFlow21, a Connecticut based trade intelligence solutions firm John Lucker, principal in Deloitte & Touche LLP, Global Advanced Analytics Market […]

**SOLD OUT** This event is sold out. For any questions, please contact the CTWAC office at: (860) 241-6118. 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 2017. Our […]

Warm up this winter with great company, wine, food, and entertainment while supporting the critical mission of fostering global education and discourse in our community. Join us for a festive evening of fine wine tasting, tasting tables with creations from The Hartford Club’s own master Chef, music, and a silent auction featuring gifts and exclusive […]

Is there a new path forward in Syria? Deemed the worst humanitarian crisis of our time, the ongoing conflict has spanned six years, claimed an estimated 470,000 lives, and forced 11 million Syrians from their homes. Ambassador Robert Ford will discuss the conflict in Syria, Russia’s involvement, and the path forward for the United States. […]

What will the relationship between Russia and the U.S look like under the Trump presidency? Featuring Thomas Graham, managing director at Kissinger Associates, Inc., focused on Russian and Eurasian affairs. Mr. Graham is also a Senior Fellow at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs and one of the founders and co-Directors of the Russian Studies […]