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Personal Membership

Become a personal member now!

Personal members benefit from:

  • Discounted rates on all World Affairs Council events and publications
  • Special invitations to network with other members
  • Members-only opportunities to learn about critical world issues affecting our region and world through in-depth discussions about global affairs
  • Invitations to host international visitors from across the globe

Your personal membership supports the following in our community:

  • Providing broad access to community programs on global affairs
  • Professional development training in global affairs for local teachers
  • Global engagement programs for youth
  • Cultural and professional exchange with visitors from around the world

Personal Membership Types

(all memberships are renewed annually)

Educator Membership

  • K-12 Teacher*: No Charge

General Membership

  • Student**: $20
  • Young Professionals International Network (YPIN)**: $40
  • Individual: $60
  • Family (two individuals): $75

World Affairs Circle Memberships

(Personal Memberships that provide more benefits and greater support to the programs at the World Affairs Council) 

  • Diplomat: $150
    In addition to general membership benefits, Diplomat-level members receive: invitations to private receptions and two memberships.
  • Consul: $300
    In addition to general membership benefits, Consul-level members receive: all Diplomat benefits, acknowledgment of your contribution in World Affairs Council publications, and invitations to exclusive off-the-record briefings
  • Minister: $500  
    In addition to general membership benefits, Minister-level members receive: all Consul benefits, and free admission and seating at the head table at one World Affairs Council community event.
  • Ambassador: $1,000+
    In addition to general membership benefits, Minister-level members receive: All Minister benefits, free admission and seating at head table at three World Affairs Council community events.

* K-12 teachers and Global Classroom members receive a newsletter with curriculum, learn about professional development opportunities and are notified about possible classroom visitors.
** YPIN and Student-level members will automatically receive the biweekly YPIN eNewsletter.

Become a personal member now! Please membership [at] world-affairs [dot] org (contact us by email) or call (206) 441-5910 for further information.

Thank you for your support!