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The World Ahead 2025 with Tom Standage
ONLINEEach year, The Economist publishes The World Ahead series: an informed prediction of the major themes that will dominate the coming year. Spanning topics from politics to technology to sociology and more, this series edited by Tom Standage is as ambitious as it is awe-inspiring. On December 12, Standage rejoins the the World Affairs Councils to discuss […]
Most Honorable Son with Gregg Jones: A Forgotten Hero’s Fight Against Fascism
ONLINEJoin your fellow World Affairs Council of Austin members for the first WorldNow virtual conversation of 2025. Author Gregg Jones introduces us to Ben Kuroki, who enlisted following Pearl Harbor and eventually became the first Asian American and only Japanese American to fight in the Pacific theater during WWII. Ben’s vocal championing of anti-bigotry, patriotism, […]
Africa: Issues and Opportunities
Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United StatesThe continent of Africa comprises 54 vibrant, geographically and culturally diverse countries with over 2,000 languages and 1.5 billion people. By 2050, one in every four humans will be African. What will its global role as a region and even individual countries be in the 21st century? How will climate change issues with the resulting […]
Priorities for the New Administration with H.R. McMaster
ONLINEJoin your fellow World Affairs Council of Austin members for this special WorldNow virtual conversation. Lt. Gen. (ret.) H.R. McMaster served for 13 months as President Trump’s National Security Advisor. Just two days after the inaugural, he joins us to break down the critical national security and foreign policy priorities that will shape the next […]
Globalist Coffeehouse: Africa
5820 Burger and Taphouse 7032 Wood Hollow Dr, Austin, TX, United StatesThe topic is Africa: Issues and Opportunities. The continent of Africa comprises 54 vibrant, geographically and culturally diverse countries with over 2,000 languages and 1.5 billion people. By 2050, one of every four humans will be African. What will its global role as a region and even individual countries be in the 21st century? How will […]
2025 Central Texas Academic WorldQuest™ Competition
REGISTION HAS ENDED for your high school team on February 5th at 5:00 pm if your team is ready to compete in the Central Texas Academic WorldQuest™ (AWQ) competition. 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 […]
Globalist Coffeehouse: Economic Migration Around the World
5820 Burger and Taphouse 7032 Wood Hollow Dr, Austin, TX, United StatesPlease join us for the Globalist Coffeehouse at the 5280 Burger and Taphouse, 7032 Wood Hollow Dr, on WEDNESDAY, February 19th, at 6:30 p.m. Economic Migration Around the World Throughout history, migration has played a key role in the establishment of borders, territories, and countries. Think of nomads traveling across vast types of lands and vegetation in order […]
Brexit 5 Years Later – Where are We Now, and What are the Future Implications?
Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United StatesIn 2020, the UK left the EU. What were the expectations, and where are we now? It's said that Brexit will cost the UK economy 4% of GDP over the long term. Today, polls show that most individuals in the UK regret the decision. And what about its impact on the EU? Who has benefited […]
Commander Jonathan Norris, Naval Aviator and Foreign Area Officer
Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin us for an engaging talk with Commander Jonathan Norris, a distinguished Naval Aviator and Foreign Area Officer. With over 19 years of service, CDR Norris brings a wealth of experience from his diverse roles in aviation, leadership, and international relations. From piloting helicopters in the Middle East to serving as a military advisor in […]
Polish Tech Innovation Networking Night
Thompson Hotel 506 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin the World Affairs Council of Austin's partner organizations for an exciting evening of innovation, culture, and networking at the Polish Tech Innovation Networking Night during SXSW on March 9th! This exclusive event will showcase Poland’s brightest tech companies, offering a unique opportunity to meet the minds behind the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of […]
Slovak House at SXSW
REGISTRATION CLOSED EVENT AT CAPACITY Bridging Slovakia & Texas for Unstoppable Business Growth Texas is where businesses grow fast, and Slovakia is where world-class ideas and innovations come from. Join us at Slovak House 2025, a high-energy, one-day event designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals eager to expand in Texas - the land of […]
CZECH Night at SXSW
Join the World Affairs Council of Austin's partners and experience the best of Czech innovation, entrepreneurship, and culture at the inaugural Czech House @ SXSW 2025! Kick off the evening with a flagship Pitch Event, where visionary Czech startups take the stage to showcase groundbreaking ideas. Then, connect with industry leaders, investors, and creatives at […]
Asia x Austin International Market Summit
Austin Central Library 710 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX, United StatesThe Asia x Austin International Market Summit returns for 2025! In "Asian Market Briefings" we'll hear from international trade experts and country representatives about business and investment opportunities in some of Asia’s most dynamic and robust markets. Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia and India. Event Launch Agenda: 12:00 | Registration 12:30 | GAACC Welcome & Summit […]
WorldNow: The Future of Borders with Edward Alden
ONLINEJoin your fellow World Affairs Council of Austin members for this WorldNow virtual conversation. In its first few weeks, the Trump administration announced sweeping changes to immigration policy – from mass deportations and a migrant detention center at Guantanamo Bay to suspending asylum and trying to restrict birthright citizenship. What is the cost of these […]
