In collaboration with the Consulate General of Mexico, the Fiesta de Independencia Foundation, the City of Austin, Univision, the State Preservation Board, and the Mexican American Legislative Caucus, Austin's annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia is a musical celebration and historical re-enactment of Mexico's call for independence from Spain. The event takes place each […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin, in collaboration with Dell Medical School and ACC's International Business Institute, is pleased to host Vice Admiral Raquel Bono for a discussion of her career as both a Naval Officer and healthcare provider. Vice Admiral Bono's presentation will focus on the military health system, as well as the Navy’s […]
On Tuesday evening October 4, the Kozmetsky Center and World Affairs Council of Austin will host U.S. Navy Admiral (Ret.) David W. Titley, Ph.D., Professor of Practice in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science at Pennsylvania State University. While serving in the Pentagon, Admiral Titley initiated and led the U.S. Navy’s Task Force on […]
With a population of 80 million, a diverse economy and an incredible demand for all things new and luxurious Iran has been described as the next "big thing". However, a year after reaching a deal to end some of the internationally imposed sanctions challenges prove as formidable as opportunities. This is particularly true in the […]
Is your company ready to reap the benefits of expanding into the world’s second largest technology market? Please join us as we welcome Mr. Eisuke Tsuyuzaki, JETRO Japan Technology Advisor (Former CTO & VP, Corporate Development at Panasonic North America) for an interactive discussion of Japan’s IoT industry. Receive an overview of current market trends […]
Texas - Latin America Business Summit Helps Texas Companies Access Nearshore Expanding Markets The World Affairs Council of Austin will present the Texas-Latin America Business Summit on November 3, 2016 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Google Fiber Space, 201 Colorado Street. RSVP here. The Summit brings trade promotion experts and business decision-makers […]
"NATO's Critical Importance for United States and Global Security: Regional Security Challenges to the East and South" This session will offer an overview and assessment of NATO's major contemporary regional challenges followed by a roundtable exchange with attendees. EVENT FILLED TO CAPACITY. Despina Afentouli currently serves as Program Officer for Partnerships, Cooperative Security and […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin's annual event for global affairs-minded people like you! On November 10th we will be presenting the Third Edition of World Affairs Trivia Night for adults. Have fun and show off your skills in geography, current events, global affairs, world leaders and international culture. Compete against your friends and colleagues […]
Are you seeking to expand your business in Latin America? This 1/2 day hands-on Cultural Confidence workshop will help ensure your success by developing the awareness, knowledge and skills necessary to work and communicate effectively with Latin American counterparts and clients. In order to maximize the outcomes of the Texas - Latin America Business Summit […]
H.E. Mr. Vasko Naumovski, the Republic of Macedonia's Ambassador to the USA, will join World Affairs Council of Austin members for an exclusive political and trade briefing. Due to high interest, this event is filled to capacity. World Affairs Council of Austin members receive exclusive invitations to private events. Membership information is available […]
Sharon Schweitzer How do we navigate business dining in a digital age? World Affairs Council of Austin and Sharon Schweitzer announce the Austin Business Professionals Series Inaugural Event: Business Dining Etiquette & Modern Table Manners. Modern dining manners are important in today's corporate and social environments. Research reveals 49% of CFOs report their most successful […]
Since the beginning of Euromaidan Ukraine finds itself entangled in a deep crisis that dramatically alters the situation in the country, its internal (socio-economic, regional) dynamics and international positioning vis-à-vis its neighbors and also other significant regional and global players. The depth of the crisis was evident since its start on November 30th, 2013 but the […]
Each year, Academic WorldQuest seeks to inform and engage high school teens and their teachers across the country in global affairs. More than 4,000 students participate and test their knowledge of international affairs, global current event issues, and foreign policy. The winning high school teams at each local competition is invited to participate at the national contest in […]
In collaboration with the Austin-Oita Sister Cities Committee and the City of Austin, an exhibit will feature works by master ceramicist Kuniyuki Sashihara from Oita, Japan. Mr. Sashihara will be in residence February 4-18th at the Dougherty Arts Center to create new work for his first U.S exhibitions. He will also provide lecture-demo opportunities for […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to partner again this year with the Austin Chapter of the United Nations Association of the United States of America to offer the International Woman's Day Dinner Program. Topic For The Evening “Cities for CEDAW” The Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women […]