What does it mean for a nation to have feminist foreign policy? Should the U.S. join nations such as Sweden, Canada, France, and Mexico in implementing such policies? Does the U.S. want - or need - a feminist foreign policy agenda? Stephenie Foster, co-founder and partner at Smash Strategies, and former senior Advisor in the […]
A new administration means a new foreign policy agenda. Senator Chris Murphy, member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joins us to address the foreign policy priorities of the United States - from climate change to racial justice and from North Korea to Saudi Arabia - in the midst of a turbulent transition and […]
Stop by (virtually, of course) on Friday, December 18 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm for a fun happy hour open house with fellow members and board. Bring your favorite festive beverage and get ready for door prizes, games, trivia, and - above all - the chance to connect after a year apart. We can't wait to […]
Addressing global health is more important than ever in these pandemic times. Senator Chris Murphy is in a position to have a big impact on global health as a member of the Senate subcommittee that funds foreign aid. This will be an opportunity for Connecticut organizations and concerned citizens to hear the Senator's views and […]
Our Model United Nations conference usually convenes at University of Hartford for a two-day conference, but this year, we went virtual. Though an online UN simulation comes with its challenges, one of the perks is getting to share the closing ceremonies with our community for the first time! Tune in on Friday to hear each committee's […]
This election is a defining moment for the U.S. and the world. Where do your fellow citizens stand? In this special pre-election conversation, Council leaders from diverse states across the nation talk will share what it's like on-the-ground in their communities leading up to the election, the global issues that their states are most focused […]
Ravi Kumar, President of Infosys, on the Future of Work In a time of rapid change, how will COVID-19 transform the way we work? What does the workplace of the future look like? We are joined by Ravi Kumar, President of Infosys, to discuss everything from digital transformation to hiring for potential over pedigree, our […]
The World Affairs Council of Orange County in partnership with the World Affairs Council of Connecticut and RJ Julia Booksellers present: John Brennan, Undaunted, in conversation with Janet Napolitano Brennan pulls back the curtain on the inner workings of the Agency, describing the selfless, patriotic, and invisible work of the women and men involved in […]
Renew America What impact does the polarization of U.S. civil society have on the world's security? How can we reckon with deep divisions within the U.S. in order to create a more united nation and secure world? Join us to discuss these urgent questions and their implications for national and global security. Featuring General Wesley […]
