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Connecting Central Texans with the World<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Educational, cultural, and global-trade programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The World Affairs Council of Austin is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to providing the public with educational opportunities that highlight America’s and Austin’s international roles while creating conduits for a better understanding of the world through active participation and growth as global citizens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We envision a Central Texas community that is globally informed, culturally connected, and economically engaged with the world. Through meaningful dialogue, international partnerships, and cross-cultural collaboration, we seek to prepare current and future generations to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n\t\t\t\tWorldNow: The World Ahead 2027 with Tom Standage<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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What We Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Global Trade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Creating new opportunities for international businesses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Business Summits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bringing trade experts and business decision-makers face-to-face.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Educational Programs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Developing students into leaders for a globally connected world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Public programs in 2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Celebrating Local Champions of International Engagement The World Affairs Council of Austin’s inaugural Global Impact…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Join the Council<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Connect with international policy leaders and attend members-only events. Membership starts at just $25 for students and active military.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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