Schiff
Past Event
Senator Adam Schiff
Thomas-Greenfield
Past Event
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield
US Ambassador to the United Nations
Petraeus
Past Event
General David Petraeus
Former Director of the CIA
Mardini
Past Event
Yusra Mardini, Refugee Olympic Athlete
UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador
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Opportunity to Engage With Leaders
Graham
Past Event
Senator Lindsey Graham
Bell
Past Event
Ambassador Colleen Bell
Stavridis
Past Event
Admiral Stavridis
Duhaut-Bedos
Past Event
Julie Duhaut-Bedos
Consul General of France
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Shirk
Past Event
Susan L. Shirk
Founding Chair of the 21st Century China Center
Rogers
Past Event
Admiral Rogers
Former Director of the NSA
McMaster
Past Event
LTG H.R. McMaster
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Aldrin
Past Event
Buzz Aldrin
Astronaut, Engineer, and Fighter Pilot
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Meet and Learn from people that shape our World

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.

Upcoming Events

Compassion as Strategy: The Soft Power of Humanitarian Assistance with Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez

Compassion as Strategy: The Soft Power of Humanitarian Assistance with Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez

Date:
Thu Sep 18, 2025 – 6:30 pm
Location:
OASIS Center, Narcissus Avenue, Corona Del Mar, CA, USA
Annual General Meeting of MembersPlease join us for the Annual General Meeting of Members. Voting for the Board of Trustees will take place during the event. This year’s meeting will be held as a dinner event. Complimentary parking is available, …
Trustee Luncheon (Invitation Only)

Trustee Luncheon (Invitation Only)

Date:
Sun Sep 28, 2025 – 10:30 am
Location:
Bowers Museum, North Main Street, Santa Ana, CA, USA
Registration is live! Underwriting opportunities available and welcome!  …
SAVE THE DATE: Human, Machine, War: How the Mind-Tech Nexus Will Win Future Wars (Time is TBD)

SAVE THE DATE: Human, Machine, War: How the Mind-Tech Nexus Will Win Future Wars (Time is TBD)

Date:
Fri Oct 10, 2025 – 12:00 pm
More information and registration is coming soon. Underwriting opportunities available and welcome!  …
SAVE THE DATE: Never Again Starts Here: Confronting Genocide, Honoring Truth (Time is TBD)

SAVE THE DATE: Never Again Starts Here: Confronting Genocide, Honoring Truth (Time is TBD)

Date:
Thu Oct 30, 2025 – 12:00 pm
More information and registration is coming soon. Underwriting opportunities available and welcome!  …
SAVE THE DATE: Angels of War: Honoring the Nurses of the Vietnam War (Time is TBD)

SAVE THE DATE: Angels of War: Honoring the Nurses of the Vietnam War (Time is TBD)

Date:
Wed Nov 5, 2025 – 12:00 pm
Location:
American Legion Post 291, 215 15th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA
SAVE THE DATE:  Canadian Consulate Event (Time is TBD)

SAVE THE DATE: Canadian Consulate Event (Time is TBD)

Date:
Wed Nov 12, 2025 – 12:00 pm
Location:
South Coast Plaza, Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA, USA
More information and registration details will be available soon. Underwriting opportunities are available and welcome!  …
Global South Perspectives: Paths to Peace in an New World Order (Time is TBD)

Global South Perspectives: Paths to Peace in an New World Order (Time is TBD)

Date:
Sat Nov 15, 2025 – 12:00 pm
More information and registration is coming soon. Underwriting opportunities available and welcome!  …

Membership Levels

Join our community committed to strengthening awareness and engagement with the world beyond our borders.

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Membership Levels

$25 – $85/year
  • Student, Young Professional, Academic & Veteran rates
  • Discounted rate for all events
  • Special eligibility requirements apply
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Membership Levels

$95 – $1,000/year
  • Individual, Family, Attaché & Consul levels
  • Member-only invitations
  • Board eligibility and special perks at higher levels
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Membership Levels

$2,500 – $100,000/year or lifetime
  • Diplomat, Ambassador, Founders Club levels
  • VIP programs, exclusive dinners & tours
  • Lifetime options with permanent recognition
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Members Only
Program Discounts

25% – 50% Discounts
  • 25% discount on dinner programs
  • 50% discount on non-dinner events
  • Available to all membership levels
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Past Event Recaps

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Community Discussion

2024 Paris Olympics - The Whole World is Watching

2024 Paris Olympics – The Whole World is Watching

/ Blog, Europe
It would be an understatement to say that the Olympics is a monumental event that touches the hearts of everyone around the world. To some, …
Mexico’s First Female President & the World’s 29th Female Head of Government

Mexico’s First Female President & the World’s 29th Female Head of Government

/ Blog, Latin America, North America
According to Courthouse News, some of President Sheinbaum’s promises during her presidency include scholarships for basic education, better salaries for teachers, increases in minimum wage, …
Global Impacts of U.S. AI Policy: Balancing Regulation, Competition, and Optimism

Global Impacts of U.S. AI Policy: Balancing Regulation, Competition, and Optimism

/ Blog, China, North America
U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law hearing on artificial intelligence. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Regulation and Competition Between COVID-19, …
Mexico’s First Female President & the World’s 29th Female Head of Government

Mexico’s First Female President & the World’s 29th Female Head of Government

/ Blog, Latin America, North America
From Reuters, “‘for the first time in the 200 years of the republic I will become the first woman president of Mexico,’ Sheinbaum told supporters …
What is “All Eyes on Rafah”?: A Social Media Slogan Turned Social Advocacy Movement

What is “All Eyes on Rafah”?: A Social Media Slogan Turned Social Advocacy Movement

/ Blog, Middle East
Following an Israeli ground offensive operation in the city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip, an AI-generated image containing the slogan “All Eyes on Rafah” …
Interruption of Ramadan Might Bring Chaos into the World Order

Interruption of Ramadan Might Bring Chaos into the World Order

/ Blog, Middle East
Ramadan has come to an end. However, peace in the Middle East is yet to be established. During this year’s Ramadan, which started from March …

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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. What we offer, above all else, is ACCESS. Access to speakers, access to information, access to a community of global thinkers.