Become a Member of the World Affairs Council of Orange County

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 speakers who provide the stories behind the headlines as well as special receptions and gatherings.

Additionally, Council members are able to travel the world with a program offering unique behind-the-scenes travel opportunities to over 30 international locations – and can take advantage of discounts on publications covering international news, issues and policy.

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Your membership is also vital to the Council’s education outreach, which promotes interest and understanding of the world to students, and seeks annual opportunities to extend educational resources to area teachers focusing on international affairs.

For more information on MEMBERSHIP, please call us at 949-354-3180 or email us at: orangecounty@worldaffairscouncil.org

Your Premium membership is valuable in supporting World Affairs Council programming and student outreach in the community.

Student and Young Professionals Memberships

The World Affairs Council of Orange County’s Young Professional Intercollegiate Network (YPIN) brings together a diverse group of young people with a shared passion for the world around us.

Student Membership $25
  • All non-premium events have a maximum cost of $20 per program
  • Students are welcome to enjoy the benefits of the Young Professionals Intercollegiate Network program including exclusive socials, events, and mentoring opportunities
  • Eligible to serve on the YPIN Committee
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Young Professional Membership $75
  • 20% discount off non-premium programs and events
  • Networking opportunities tailored to Young Professionals and Students
  • Exclusive YPIN meet and greets with guest speakers
  • Young Professionals Intercollegiate Network mixers
  • Service and leadership experience on various committees
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Basic Individual & Family Memberships

Membership to the World Affairs Council of Orange County offers discounted rates for you and your family to attend our programs.

As a member you will have the opportunity to build relationships with other liked minded individuals and professionals that in the local international affairs community.

Your membership is valuable in supporting World Affairs Council programming and student outreach in the community.

Individual Membership $95
  • Discounted Members’ rate for all Council events
  • Invitations to Council global and domestic trips
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Family Membership $150
  • Discounted Members’ rate extended to each family member for all Council events
  • Invitations to Council global and domestic trips
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Premium & VIP Memberships

A Premium & VIP membership offers a variety of benefits for you, your family and your guests.

A Premium & VIP membership gives you increased visibility in the local international affairs community while providing support to World Affairs Council programming in the community.

Consul Member  $350

Benefits extended to all Premium & VIP Members

  • Discounted Members’ rate extended to each family member and guests for all Council events
  • Invitations to sit at the head table (based on availability)
  • Reserved seating at all Council events
  • Reserved seating for guests at Council events
  • Invitations to pre-program VIP receptions
  • Recognition on name badges
  • Recognition in event program
  • Recognition on Council website
  • Recognition in Council quarterly newsletters
  • Priority invitations to Council global and domestic trips
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Diplomat Member $850
  • Discounted Members’ rate extended to each family member and guests for all Council events
  • Invitations to sit at the head table (based on availability)
  • Priority seating at all Council events
  • Priority seating for guests at Council events
  • Invitations to pre-program VIP receptions
  • Recognition on name badges
  • Recognition in event program
  • Recognition on Council website
  • Recognition in Council quarterly newsletters
  • Priority invitations to Council global and domestic trips
  • One-on-one access to select global leaders and experts (based on availability)
  • Photo opportunities
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Ambassador Member $1600
  • Discounted Members’ rate extended to each family member and guests for all Council events
  • Invitations to sit at the head table (based on availability)
  • Premium seating at all Council events
  • Premium seating for guests at Council events
  • Invitations to pre-program VIP receptions
  • Recognition on name badges
  • Recognition in event program
  • Recognition on Council website
  • Recognition in Council quarterly newsletters
  • Priority invitations to Council global and domestic trips
  • One-on-one access to select global leaders and experts (based on availability)
  • Invitation to private receptions with key global leaders and experts
  • Invitation to introduce key note speaker at one program
  • Photo opportunities
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For your tax records, the Council is recognized by the IRS as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.

We are grateful to have you as a partner in our mission.

ORANGE COUNTY’S PREMIER FORUM ON WORLD AFFAIRS