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SUMMARY:An Evening with Lech Wałęsa\, Former President of Poland
DESCRIPTION:Join us in conversation with President Lech Wałęsa\, former president of Poland\, Nobel Peace Prize-winning leader\, and founder of the Lech Wałęsa Institute.\n\nWe’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.\n\nAll ticket proceeds from this event will go to the Lech Wałęsa Institute in aid of Ukrainian refugees.\n\nTickets\n\nGeneral Admission | $30\nVIP (Includes meet & greet and photo) | $90\nVirtual livestream (Zoom) | $10\n\n\n\n        \n            \n                                \n                    Slide 1RESERVE YOUR TICKETClick the button below to complete your registration.\n We look forward to seeing you there! \nVIRTUAL TICKETSLIVE TICKETS                \n                            \n        \n        \n\nAbout President Lech Wałęsa\n\nLech Wałęsa is the legendary leader of the “Solidarity” movement and the author of its victory in 1989 over the communist regime in Poland. His life in inseparably connected with the Polish history and Poland’s way to freedom. \n\nHis believe in the idea of solidarity and commitment to freedom was recognised by the global community in 1983 when he was awarded with the Nobel Peace Prize. On 22 December 1990 Wałęsa was elected the president of free Poland. During his presidency and after it he remained actively engaged in the public life\, being the advocate of Poland around the world. \nToday Lech Wałęsa continues his mission of promoting the idea of solidarity. Traveling around the world\, he speaks about Poland’s bloodless transition towards peace and democracy as a role model for different nations. Through lectures and dialogue he calls for a world based on universal values. Being a supporter of globalisation and seeing the great potential of modern technologies and global development\, he promotes ways of peaceful cooperation between the nations in the 21st century.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/an-evening-with-lech-walesa-former-president-of-poland/
LOCATION:Infinity Hall Hartford and Virtual
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SUMMARY:Sweden\, UK and the US | Three Global Responses to Coronavirus
DESCRIPTION:Free event! RSVP below. \nThree countries\, three different responses to COVID-19. Can other nations’ pandemic responses provide a road map for U.S. reopening and recovery? \nJoin us to explore the national COVID-19 responses of Sweden\, the U.K. and the U.S.\, with John Fund\, national-affairs columnist for National Review. Moderated by CEO\, Megan Clark Torrey. \n  \nRSVP
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/sweden-uk-and-the-us-three-global-responses-to-coronavirus/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual Model UN: Global Pandemic Response
DESCRIPTION:April 16th – Coordinated International Response to Pandemics\nThis 90-minute simulations\, hosted via Zoom\, put you in the middle of the action debating some of today’s most pressing global issues. \nIt’s all hands on deck to combat the newest global health crisis. How will your country work with the International Community to stop the spread? \nREGISTER HERE\nRegister by Tuesday\, April 14th \n  \nWho can participate? \nThese virtual simulations are for high-school student delegates only. Previous Model UN experience preferred. If you have any questions about participation\, contact Nicole Struth\, Education Director\, at: nstruth@ctwac.org \nWhat is Virtual Model UN? \nAs a delegate\, you will represent a country of your choice and work with your peers from around the state to find a resolution to critical global concerns. \nHow does it work? \nThese virtual face to face simulations will take place at 3:00 pm. Information regarding country selections\, resolutions\, and online debate procedure will be sent to you upon registration.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/virtual-model-un-global-pandemic-response/
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SUMMARY:Global Challenges and Innovations Workshop Series: Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nJoin WACCT in a workshop series for educators focusing on Climate Change\, which remains top priorities in the international community and intersects with prominent social issues like poverty\, development\, and globalization. The aim of the Global Challenges and Innovations Workshop Series is to provide teachers with the materials and tools they need to foster an investigative classroom in accordance with the Connecticut Social Studies Frameworks. \nWorkshop: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM $35 at-the-door ($30 online). This program will include: a keynote speaker\, collaborative sessions\, development of inquiry-based lessons\, integration of resources and evidence\, innovative solutions\, and taking informed action to address global health concerns and climate change issues. Lunch will be provided for participants of the workshop and there will be an evening program free of charge following the workshop. \nThis program is hosted by the World Affairs Council of America and sponsored by the Connecticut State Department of Education in collaboration with the Connecticut Council for the Social Studies and the Connecticut Geographical Alliance.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/global-challenges-and-innovations-workshop-series-climate-change/
LOCATION:Harry Jack Gray Center\, University of Hartford\, 200 Bloomfield Ave\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Global Economic Outlook 2016
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss predictions for 2016 at WACCT’s annual Global Economic Outlook. Join us for a lunch and talk with Edward Guay\, Principal at Wintonbury Risk Management and global macrostrategist\, who will share his predictions for the global economy in the new year. \nMember Fee: $30.00 | Non Member Fee: $35.00
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/global-economic-outlook-2016/
LOCATION:The Hartford Club\, 46 Prospect Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, US
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