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Globalist Coffeehouse: The Global Food Crisis – what are the solutions?
Shoal Creek Saloon 909 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX, United StatesAs we enter a season of “culinary extravagance” we should perhaps think about the food crisis that is impacting people throughout the world. In 2021 acute food security affected 193 million people globally, and in North Africa, almost half - a million people are facing starvation and death. The U.S. provides $2 billion annually or […]
Member Holiday Social
Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United StatesWe appreciate your support of our programs throughout 2022. Join your fellow World Affairs Council of Austin members for a celebratory toast, snacks, and camaraderie on Tuesday, November 29th. Members received their invitations in November. If you would like to become a member and receive an exclusive invitation, join here.
Globalist Coffeehouse: The Future of Cryptocurrency
Shoal Creek Saloon 909 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX, United StatesWe will be meeting in person in the semi-private dining room at the Shoal Creek Saloon, 909 N. Lamar. This month's topic is: The Future of Cryptocurrency As we begin the new year and while there is a variety of cryptocurrencies out there, one has been at the forefront of them all. FTX, and specifically […]
Assessing the Impact of the Covid19 Pandemic on U.S. and Global Mental Health, Lessons Learned and Recommendations for the Future
ONLINEThe World Affairs Council of Austin and the Kozmetsky Center, in collaboration with the Carter Center in Atlanta, is pleased to present Dr. Eve Byrd, Director, Mental Health Program, Carter Center on the topic Assessing the Impact of the Covid19 Pandemic on U.S. and Global Mental Health, Lessons Learned and Recommendations for the Future. The Carter Center […]
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2023 Central Texas Academic WorldQuest™ Competition
REGISTER your high school team here before February 9th 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 and test […]
Globalist Coffeehouse: What’s next – U.S. international relations in 2023
La Madeleine 9828 Great Hills Trail, Suite 650, Austin, United StatesPlease join like-minded “global thinkers” for a monthly discussion on the major political/economic issues that our world is currently experiencing. February’s topic will be: What’s next – U.S. international relations in 2023? We will be meeting in the private dining room at La Madeleine, 9828 Great Hills Trail. What are - and will be - the critical […]
Kozmetsky Forum on Global Political Risk, Emerging Markets and Finance Featuring Yves Dubus, Belgian Trade and Investment Commissioner
St. Edwards University, Mabee Ballroom, Ragsdale Building 3001 Congress Ave, Austin, TX, United StatesThe World Affairs Council of Austin and the Kozmetsky Center of Excellence in Global Finance at St. Edward’s University host a series of Forums on Global Investment, Finance, Emerging Markets and Geopolitical Risk. Our next Forum will feature Yves Dubus, Belgian Trade and Investment Commissioner. Mr. Dubus is a Belgian career diplomat since 2008. He […]
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Bridging the Seas Pune India Artist Exhibit Opening Reception
Asian American Resource Center 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, United StatesJoin the Asian American Resource Center, Austin Pune Sister City Committee, and the World Affairs Council of Austin at this community event and opening reception for Bridging the Seas -- a collaborative exhibition showcasing work by the artists Supriya Kharod, Rama Tiru, Mithu Deb, and Manasi Joshi. Straddling the distance between Austin, TX and Pune, […]
Denmark Wind & Hydro Energy Business Networking Event
Long Center for the Performing Arts 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX, United StatesDenmark has a long-standing tradition within renewable energy, especially the development of wind power have put Denmark at the very front when it comes to green transition in the energy sector. This long-standing tradition has given Danish companies valuable skills to develop cost-effective projects and solutions, invest locally, and share knowledge and experience with other […]
EU @ SXSW 2023
MULTIPLE LOCATIONSThe European Union returns to SXSW with a collection of exciting discussions on topics like robotics, crypto, tech innovation, and Web3. This year, we’re co-hosting with some great partners from March 11-14 in locations across downtown Austin. Please remember to register as a limited number of seats are available at each event. The current program […]
Next Stop: Hong Kong
Long Center for the Performing Arts 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX, United StatesJoin us to explore Hong Kong's business and investment opportunities and network with a high-powered delegation from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office. This FREE reception focuses on the "two-way highway" of rich opportunity for Austin businesses to connect with international delegates and features the latest updates from Hong Kong including initiatives underway to […]
Peacemaking and the Arts with Big Telly Theatre Company
Ireland House 515 Congress Avenue - Suite 1720, Austin, TX, United StatesArtistic Director, Zoe Seaton will deliver a talk on 'Peacemaking and the Arts' and present the virtual reality headset experience 'The House'. 'The House' was developed by Big Telly using research conducted by the Commission for Victims and Survivors in Northern Ireland. It addresses the legacy of the Conflict/Troubles in Northern Ireland within families and […]
Taiwan Startups Pitch Event
Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce 8001 Centre Park Drive #160, Austin, TX, United StatesThe World Affairs Council of Austin in partnership with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend this corporate pitch event featuring representatives from five Taiwan-based startups and selected winners of the G Camp international innovation and entrepreneurship training program conducted by Taiwan's Small and Medium Enterprise Administration. Meet and network with fascinating […]
Globalist Coffeehouse: Horizontal vs Vertical – Food Supply Chain Throughout the World
5820 Burger and Taphouse 7032 Wood Hollow Dr, Austin, TX, United StatesWhen we think of the world's food supply chain a number of issues come to mind. Between recovering from a global pandemic, to the ongoing war in Ukraine, as well as the ever changing climate, what does it mean to have a top to bottom approach in supply chain distribution as opposed to a horizontal […]
