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Announcing the 2015 World Citizen Essay Contest

Celebrating 75 Years of IVLP

International Women’s Day Speed Mentorship

Debunking the Myths of Teaching about Turkey

Weekly World News Update February 25, 2015

Engaging Local Students on Global Issues

Weekly World News Update February, 18, 2015

Weekly World News Update February 11, 2015

International Connections: Where Are They Now?

Weekly World News Update February 4, 2015

The World Affairs Council's Travel Program offers unique tours to fascinating destinations and access to political and other local experts who give behind the scenes views and briefings to our members. You'll quickly discover why traveling with the World Affairs Council is so special.

Congratulations to Erin Feeney, our photo contest winner for February! Erin took this picture in Legian, Bali, Indonesia. Enter the #YPINtravels photo contest each month by submitting your best travel photos to ypintravels@world-affairs.org.

The World Affairs Council of Seattle is hosting five unique youth programs this summer from around the world. Get involved, learn more about other cultures, and create a lifelong bond by hosting one or two of these students in your home for their 1-2 week programs this July-August. Learn more about these programs and sign up now to host.

This year's contest asks students to think like a foreign news correspondent. Get started now! Essays are due Friday, March 27th, 2015. Please submit your essay and completed cover form via email to essaycontest@world-affairs.org

Join us in celebrating the 75th Anniversary of IVLP, commemorated by a documentary featuring the World Affairs Council of Seattle!

This International Women’s Day the World Affairs Council will host its third annual Women's Speed Mentorship event. Mentees will rotate through mini 7-minute tailored mentorship sessions with the Northwest’s top female leaders. This event is perfect for early career women seeking to enhance their leadership potential, or mid-career professionals looking to make a career change or accelerate their current trajectory.

Turkey has played an important role throughout history and remains a pivotal country in shaping our world today. How can teachers integrate Turkey and Turkish culture into their curriculum? Register for this Global Classroom workshop and apply for an almost-all-expenses paid summer study tour to Turkey!

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February 25, 2015 Opinion and analysis of developments in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Plus, views on the evolving...

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By Charlotte Guard, Global Classroom Intern On January 22nd, the World Affairs Council hosted a global health event discussing the impact...

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February 18, 2015 Views on terrorism and updates on Ukraine and the Islamic State – as well as analysis of developments in Israel,...

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February 11, 2015 National security hotspots — from Ukraine and Russia to ISIS and the Middle East. Plus, updates from Africa,...

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Mrs. Kara David – Peabody Award Winning Documentarian Every year, the Seattle World Affairs Council hosts hundreds of current and...

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February 4, 2015 Analysis and opinion regarding Ukraine, Europe, Iran, Israel, and Mexico. Plus views on U.S. foreign...

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