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 […]
The 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 […]
Join 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 […]
The "World Order" that has defined American "National Security" since the years after WWII is now in transition. What does this mean for the US and the rest of the world? US National Security was previously defined as containing the spread of Communism, encouraging democracy, creating a transnational economic system based on the dollar, and […]
Join fellow World Affairs Councilmembers from across the nation for a town hall on U.S. Foreign Policy. We’ll address the massive changes to the State Department, the role of the U.S. in conflicts around the world, and relationships with allies and adversaries alike. REGISTER HERE About Senator Murphy U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), is a […]
You’re invited to a networking breakfast welcoming a trade delegation of Québec semiconductor companies The Québec Government, the World Affairs Council of Austin, the Global Affairs Society, and St. Edwards University would like to invite you to connect with companies in the semiconductor sector. This event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build professional […]
Former Ambassador Larry Andre, currently with the L.B.J. School, previously presented a program on Africa to the World Affairs Council. He will return to discuss a continent that has seen radical change in the very recent past. The media tends to focus on a continent facing civil war, militant Islam/terrorism, famine, and even genocide. Is […]
How does art reflect cultural values around the world? From Africa to the Asia Pacific to Europe or even to the Middle East, we share one commonality—the existence of art. Whether it is architecture, literature, music, sculpture, or visual art, everyone has their own beliefs and values. Starting from the Neanderthal cave paintings to […]
In his new political thriller The Human Scale, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright tells the story of an Israeli cop and a Palestinian-American FBI agent who join forces to solve the murder of an Israeli police chief in the West Bank – set against the backdrop of the decades-long Israel-Palestine conflict. Wright joins us on […]
How will we define the vital interests of the U.S. related to our foreign policy in this new century? What should be our priorities, and how will we assess tradeoffs from Geostrategy to Economics? Also, what will be our role in promoting Human Rights, Democracy, and Development? Will we continue to lead America’s “Unfinished Fight […]
Join the World Affairs Council of Austin and our guest speaker Nina Means of ACC Fashion Incubator for “Ranch to Runway”—an elegant evening exploring fashion, trends, and global influence. Experience lively conversation, style inspiration, and forward-thinking insights. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the future of fashion. This event is invitation-only. […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin and our partners at the Texas Camino Real District Export Council invite you to attend a webinar featuring Ricardo Carnevali, Director of Capital Markets - Foreign Exchange at Comerica Bank. Global Trade Recalibrated: Understanding Today's Tariff Approach will provide a deeper look at the financial logic behind current U.S. […]
It is time for our annual social with the World Affairs Councils of Austin and San Antonio. Enjoy the afternoon and conversations with our friends from the Alamo City! This event is invitation-only. Please notify us of your interest to receive an invitation by completing the form linked below. Priority registration is available for World […]
As a country and world power, we are in a period of transition, from how we approach both our allies and potential adversaries to the impact of technology, from drone warfare to cybertechnology and even AI. We are in the process of redefining our role in the world. What are our vital interests? Is there […]
Join our friends at the World Affairs Council of Connecticut and their partners at the CT Mirror for a virtual conversation on the Supreme Court’s decisions this past term – from birthright citizenship and immigration rights to judicial oversight and healthcare. With Adam Liptak, New York Times Supreme Court reporter and moderator John Dankosky - […]