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Leaders From Central Asia - Caucasus Examines Local Government Louisville, KY
Earth Month and the Global Order: Why Climate Action is a World Wide Necessity
Climate change isn’t just about the environment—it shapes global politics, economies, and relationships between nations. As countries navigate rising temperatures, resource shortages, and extreme weather, they must also address the economic and political consequences that come with them.
Celebrate Diversity Month
Each April, we observe Celebrate Diversity Month—a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich diversity within our communities that helps our city flourish.
Côte d’Ivoire: A Complex Journey Through History and Identity
During their time in Kentucky, the international visitors from CIV explored strategies for establishing procedures that foster and sustain trust in the democratic process. Gaining this knowledge is a meaningful advancement in preventing political violence, strengthening public confidence in democracy, encouraging voter participation, and promoting long-term political stability for the CIV.
Academic World Quest 2025 - Winner Announcement
Congrats to Louisville Collegiate School, the winners of the 2025 Academic WorldQuest Regional Competition!
The Power of Education: Kentucky Women Who Changed the World Through Knowledge
Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
Discover the stories, achievements, and resilience that continue to shape our world.
World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana Welcomes A New Board Member
Leaders From Romania Examine Cybersecurity in Louisville, KY
World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana Welcomes Three New Board Members
DuPont Manual wins the Carlos and Malú Alvarez Academic WorldQuest™ National Competition
DuPont Manual wins the Carlos and Malú Alvarez Academic WorldQuest™ National Competition in Washington, DC!
2024 Hershberg Scholarship Recipient: ABUBAKAR ABUBAKAR
University of Louisville Biology and Psychology student, Abubakar Abubakar awarded scholarship to study in Mombasa, Kenya.
What would America’s best presidents say to us now?
May 2024 Speaker, Talmage Boston, writes about the signature leadership traits of top US presidents
Int’l Delegates share what Valentines Day mean to them
The World Affairs Council welcomed five delegates from Europe for an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) on “Countering Violent Extremism and Racially and Ethnically Motivated Violent Extremism – Community Strategies,” February 9-14, 2024. Given the difficult work and areas that they work in, we asked them for their thoughts on what Valentine’s Day means to them and in their Culture.
WAC Explores Global Hot Topics with 2023 World In Transition Series
WAC announces World In Transition Speaker Series. First Speaker to Feature U.S. Institute of Peace Climate Expert Dr. Tegan Blaine
LGBTQIA+ Activists From Around The World To Visit Louisville For Panel
The World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana is hosting a Global Exchange Forum featuring LGBTQIA+ activists and leaders from Hungary, India, Jamaica, Malaysia, Montenegro, Pakistan, China, Uganda and Uzbekistan at Noble Funk Brewing on Thursday, June 15.