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As a World Affairs Council member, you join a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about expanding international awareness. Members participate in world class events featuring speakers who provide the stories behind the headlines as well as special receptions and gatherings.

As a member you will have the opportunity to build relationships with other liked minded individuals and professionals that are in the local international affairs community. Your membership is valuable in supporting World Affairs Council programming and student outreach in the community.

Events

11th ANNUAL ORANGE COUNTY WORLD TRADE WEEK FORUM: Navigating the New Era of Global Trade: Resilience, Technology, & Partnership

11th ANNUAL ORANGE COUNTY WORLD TRADE WEEK FORUM: Navigating the New Era of Global Trade: Resilience, Technology, & Partnership

Date:
Wed May 28, 2025 - 5:00 pm
Location:
5270 California Ave #100, Irvine, CA, USA
DATE: MAY 28th, 2025 TIME: 5:00PM - 8:30PM PST PRICE: $95 Early Bird rate until May 14, 2025; $125 per ticket thereafter. PARKING: FREE LOCATION: The Cove Event Center 5270 California Ave # 100 Irvine, CA 92617 USA PROGRAM OVERVIEW ...
JFK with Ghana's First President

SAVE THE DATE: Passing the Torch

Date:
Sat Sep 27, 2025 - 12:00 pm
More information will be available soon. Sponsorship Opportunities available! Contact jayne@worldaffairscouncil.org ...
SAVE THE DATE- Bellwether International Disrupting the Cycle of Genocide

SAVE THE DATE- Bellwether International Disrupting the Cycle of Genocide

Date:
Wed Nov 5, 2025 - 12:00 pm
We thank Bellwether International for their generous Engage America Series grant for the opportunity to bring this program to Orange County in 2025. More information will be available soon. Please contact us for sponsorship opportunities ...
SAVE THE DATE Veterans Program: Honoring the Nurses of Vietnam

SAVE THE DATE Veterans Program: Honoring the Nurses of Vietnam

Date:
Thu Nov 20, 2025 - 12:00 pm
Location:
American Legion Post 291, 15th Street, Newport Beach, CA, USA
More information to come. Sponsorship Opportunities available ...

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