International Women’s Day: Combatting Violence Against Women

Register now to save the date for the 2022 International Women's Day. Join us for this program in recognition of International Women’s Day to learn more about combatting violence against women. This important event represents an ongoing collaboration between the Women’s Leadership Center at the University of Saint Joseph and the World Affairs Council of […]

The War in Ukraine: Community Q&A

Join us for a community event next week with CTWAC Executive Committee Member Arthur House, Former National Security and Intelligence Officer. He will discuss his expertise in cybersecurity and his past work in Ukraine, and answer your biggest questions about the conflict. RSVP now. You won't want to miss this. Arthur House Bio: Arthur House […]

The Global Economy

Please join us for the upcoming conversation with Paul Donovan, Chief Economist of UBS Wealth Management on Wednesday, April 13 at 12:00pm ET as we discuss the state of the global economy, the future and more! A suggested donation of $25 to join the discussion is greatly appreciated by the World Affairs Council of CT. […]

An Evening with Lech Wałęsa, Former President of Poland

Infinity Hall Hartford and Virtual

Join us in conversation with President Lech Wałęsa, former president of Poland, Nobel Peace Prize-winning leader, and founder of the Lech Wałęsa Institute. We’ll explore how President Wałęsa pulled Poland into the democratic fold, what Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means for the region, and how we can help Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis. All ticket proceeds from […]

Andrew Young: The World in Context

Goodwin University 1 Riverside Dr, East Hartford, CT, United States

The World Affairs Council, in partnership with Goodwin University, is live and in-person for a conversation with politician, diplomat, and activist Ambassador Andrew Young (Ret.) about the future of the United Nations — and democracy — and how current global crises might impact the world order as we know it. Moderated by Jeffrey Ogba, Professor […]

The Diplomat 2022

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art 600 Main Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Be in the room for Connecticut’s premier global event. In its third year, The Diplomat will be bigger than ever. Still hosted within the stunning backdrop of the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, we look forward to celebrating Connecticut as an important global partner. Join us in welcoming diplomats from around the world to our state. Network, […]

U.S.-China Relations: Foreign Trade Policy and Business Update

Zoom

What are the current U.S.-China relations under the Biden administration and how has it impacted trade? And how have China's closed borders impacted U.S. businesses and their supply chains? Join us as we speak with Ambassador Paul W. Speltz (Ret.), Chairman and CEO of Global Strategic Associates, LLC., and Jeffrey Goldstein, Owner of Onward Global, about […]

Welcome Meet and Mingle with UCONN LLMs

Parkville Market - West Hartford 1400 Park St, Hartford, CT, United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Connecticut and UCONN Law as we welcome a new class of international LLM — Master of Law — students from at least 15 countries around the world to our community for a networking reception. You won’t want to miss this. RSVP now. The Details: Light bites and first drink […]