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Finding Mañana: A Conversation with Cuban Journalist, Mirta Ojito

Join the World Affairs Council, in partnership with The Seattle Times and the Seattle Latino Film Festival, for an evening conversation with one of the top journalists in the U.S, Cuban Pulitzer Prize winner, and Former New York Times reporter, Mirta Ojito

Travel the World

The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia organizes all the Travel the World trips for the national association of Councils and has been doing so for 35 years. If you enjoy traveling on unique tours to fascinating destinations, and having access to political and other local experts who give behind the scenes views and briefings, then you'll quickly discover why traveling with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia is so special.

Homestay Program

Save the date! This July, we are seeking local families and individuals to provide a homestay for 1-2 week programs for Youth Leaders from Iraq, Mexico, and from the Middle East & North Africa participating in global leadership programs based in Seattle.

Become a Member

The World Affairs Council is dedicated to providing opportunities for everyone in Greater Seattle to be a world citizen. By becoming a member, you are supporting activities that enrich Greater Seattle’s civic and cultural conversation with global perspectives.

Host International Visitors

The World Affairs Council is planning four international youth leadership programs this summer. Have you considered hosting our visitors, of any age? We have homestays as well as dinner hosts and corporate hosts. Find out more today!

The Magic of Turkey

With one foot in Asia and the other foot in Europe, Turkey has a unique and fascinating history and culture that impacts the way Turks think and act today. This afternoon we will journey back in time to this fascinating culture. 2013 study tour participants will discuss the knowledge that they gleaned from their travels to Turkey and you can learn how you can be next! Istanbul or bust!

Diplomacy, Development, and Defense in the Middle East: A Conversation with Congressman Adam Smith

Join the World Affairs Council and Seattle University for this special evening. There will be a small reception prior to the event (6:15pm) with wine and light appetizers. Congressman Smith will speak at 7pm with an opportunity for Q&A.

Homestay Video

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The World Affairs Council recently had the chance to speak with Naomi, a Homestay Participant, about her experience with the International...

Dan O’Neill, 2014 World Citizen Award Winner, Featured in the Seattle Times!

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WASHINGTON — “There are some stories that can never be told. This is one of them.” So began a gut-wrenching report from Goma, Zaire,...

2013 Annual Report

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The World Affairs Council has just released our 2013 Annual Report. Click here to view a PDF version of the...

The Importance of International Exchange

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A recent article from the The New Global Citizen shows encouraging signs that the importance of international exchange is being recognized...

Seattle Times Coverage of Sichuan Event

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The Friday morning session at Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce headquarters was hosted by the World Affairs Council of Seattle, the...

Seattle’s Smartest Global Women: Majd Baniodeh

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Majd Baniodeh, Program Engagement Manager for the World Affairs Council, was recently featured in the Seattle Globalist for being one of...

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Sat 08

SOLD-OUT: International Women’s Day Speed Mentorship

$35 Members, $45 Non-Members

March 8 @ 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

City University of Seattle

Tue 11

The Magic of Turkey

$30

March 11 @ 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

University of Washington, Thomson Hall 101

Tue 18

Diplomacy, Development, and Defense in the Middle East: A Conversation with Congressman Adam Smith

Free for Seattle University Students, $10 Members, $20 Non-Members

March 18 @ 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM

Seattle University (Wyckoff Auditorium)

Tue 18

Spanish Conversation Group

Free and open to all!

March 18 @ 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Little Water Cantina

Thu 20

Finding Mañana: A Conversation with Cuban Journalist, Mirta Ojito

$10 Members, $20 Non members

March 20 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

The Seattle Times HQ

Finding Mañana: A Conversation with Cuban Journalist, Mirta Ojito

Travel the World

Homestay Program

Become a Member

Host International Visitors

The Magic of Turkey

Diplomacy, Development, and Defense in the Middle East: A Conversation with Congressman Adam Smith

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Homestay Video

Dan O’Neill, 2014 World Citizen Award Winner, Featured in the Seattle Times!

2013 Annual Report

The Importance of International Exchange

Seattle Times Coverage of Sichuan Event

Seattle’s Smartest Global Women: Majd Baniodeh

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SOLD-OUT: International Women’s Day Speed Mentorship

The Magic of Turkey

Diplomacy, Development, and Defense in the Middle East: A Conversation with Congressman Adam Smith

Spanish Conversation Group

Finding Mañana: A Conversation with Cuban Journalist, Mirta Ojito