World Affairs Council of Orange County

Engaging the public to better understand the world

Meet and learn from the people who 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.

Events

Partner Event: 2025 Royce International Symposium

Date:

Thu Mar 13, 2025 - 11:00 am

Location:

Richard Nixon Library & Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886, United States

The World Affairs Council of Orange County & Cal State Fullerton present: 2025 Royce International Symposium American Foreign Policy in a Destabilized World: Hard, Soft, & Sharp Power Challenges Thursday, March 13, 2025 Richard Nixon Library & Museum ...

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Academic World Quest Competition- Chapman University

Date:

Sat Mar 15, 2025 - 12:00 am

The World Affairs Council of Orange County (WACOC) is thrilled to present this year's Academic WorldQuest (AWQ) program, a prestigious nationwide competition that tests students' knowledge of international affairs. Academic WorldQuest provides students with a curated list of ...

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Women’s History Month Lunch & Learn

Date:

Tue Mar 18, 2025 - 11:30 am

Location:

400 W. Civic Center Dr. Santa Ana, CA 92701

In collaboration with International Impact Connections In honor of Women's History Month 2025 WOMEN EDUCATING & INSPIRING GENERATIONS Lunch & Learn Program, Tuesday, March 18th 11:30am Check-In, 12pm Program County Administration North 400 W. Civic Center Dr. Santa ...

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Admiral Stavridis, 16th NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe

Date:

Wed May 7, 2025 - 12:00 am

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 . Evening Program . Time, Location, and Registration Coming Soon ...

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The World Affairs Councils of America was founded in 1918.

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The World Affairs Councils of America is the largest non-profit grassroots organization in the United States dedicated to educating and engaging Americans on global issues with 94 councils across 40 states reaching more than half a million people a year.

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