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

Gangs at Our Border: The Politics of a Transnational Gang Crisis

Date:

2024-11-26 17:30

Location:

Norma Kershaw Auditorium, Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., At 20th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: Gangs at Our Border: The Politics of a Transnational Gang Crisis Join us for an off-the-record conversation with Alex Sanchez, former high-ranking member of MS-13 & co-founder of Homies Unidos; ...

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2024 Holiday Social

Date:

2024-12-17 18:00

Location:

Gulliver's Restaurant, 18482 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA 92612

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: 2024 Holiday Social This special holiday event will celebrate existing members, new members, new staff and interns, our elected officials, and community partners. This globally inspired social is for ACTIVE ...

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Cybersecurity Threats with Admiral Michael Rogers

Date:

2025-01-09 00:00

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: Cybersecurity Threats with Admiral Michael Rogers: United States Cyber Command & National Security Agency Join us for an insightful evening with Admiral Michael S. Rogers, retired 4-star admiral of the ...

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How US Diplomacy Lost Its Way and How to Fix It With Nicholas Kralev

Date:

2025-01-29 00:00

The World Affairs Council of Orange County presents: How US Diplomacy Lost Its Way and How to Fix It With Nicholas Kralev Join us for an event with author and journalist Nicholas Kralev, author of Diplomatic Tradecraft, discussing his ...

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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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