Since 1990, the World Affairs Council of Charlotte annually presents the World Citizen Award to prominent citizens (and organizations) who have enhanced our community’s standing in the world their accomplishments of international significance and contributions to the city, this region and our international community.

The World Citizen Award Dinner has become an important part of the educational and cultural fabric of the greater Charlotte region. Each year, a capacity audience gathers to celebrate and recognize the achievements of the recipient.

This year, the Council is honored to present the 2019 World Citizen Award to Dr. Derek Raghavan, President of Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

Details regarding the event are available online.