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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

Human, Machine, War: How the Mind-Tech Nexus Will Win Future Wars

Human, Machine, War: How the Mind-Tech Nexus Will Win Future Wars

Date:
Fri Oct 10, 2025 - 11:00 am
Location:
UCI Beall Applied Innovation @ the Cove, California Avenue, Irvine, CA, USA
Registration now open! ...
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
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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 a New World Order (Time is TBD)

Global South Perspectives: Paths to Peace in a 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!  ...

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