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The Loss of an Essential Asset: Closing of the World Affairs Council of Washington, DC

For followers of global and public affairs issues the news of the closing of the World Affairs Council of Washington, DC (WAC-DC) came as a shock in late 2018. Educators in particular benefited greatly from WAC-DC’s 38 years of programming for youth and teachers. WAC-DC was part of a national network of 90 councils aroundContinueContinue reading “The Loss of an Essential Asset: Closing of the World Affairs Council of Washington, DC”

Upcoming Fall 2017 World Affairs Council/Washington, DC Events

By: David J. Smith, August 17, 2017 If you looking for policy oriented talks by authors and diplomats and are based in the DC area, take a look at the World Affairs Council fall speakers series. All events are free and open to the general public. Click below for more information  

Nuclear North Korea: How to Respond, World Affairs Council/DC, 5/3/17, 6-8 p.m.

By: David J. Smith, April 28, 2017 There are mounting concerns about the possibility of a military confrontation with North Korea.  The level of tension has reached new heights in recent days.  If you are interested in exploring options of engagement and reducing tensions with North Korea, consider this event on Wednesday, May 3, 2017ContinueContinue reading “Nuclear North Korea: How to Respond, World Affairs Council/DC, 5/3/17, 6-8 p.m.”