Featured Events

October 17, 2024: H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event on October 17, 2024. As part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series, we will host H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani for enlightening discussions on the relationship between Qatar and the United States.

October 17, 2024: H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America2024-09-17T16:00:18-04:00

October 10, 2024: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on October 10 for a captivating event: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats. Representing 15 countries and member states, this exclusive discussion offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from European Union diplomats about the evolving relationship between the U.S. and Europe.

October 10, 2024: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats2024-09-13T13:28:02-04:00

October 3, 2024: WACC Speaker Series Panel with Dean Shelly Rigger (Davidson College) & Tate Nurkin (Atlantic Council)

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on October 3 for an exclusive luncheon featuring two renowned experts on U.S.-China relations: Dean Shelley Rigger of Davidson College and Tate Nurkin, a leading authority on defense and Indo-Pacific security. This in-depth presentation will examine China's expanding global role, including its growing economic and political influence, military modernization, and technological advancements.

October 3, 2024: WACC Speaker Series Panel with Dean Shelly Rigger (Davidson College) & Tate Nurkin (Atlantic Council)2024-10-01T16:14:59-04:00

September 25, 2024: WACC Speaker Series with Talmage Boston, renowned litigator and author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents”

Join us for an inspiring WACC Speaker Series luncheon featuring Talmage Boston, renowned author of "How the Best Did It: Leadership From Our Top Presidents," on September 25. Discover the secrets behind the leadership styles of America’s most influential presidents and how their principles can be applied to modern leadership challenges. Talmage Boston will share captivating insights and powerful lessons from his extensive research, making this a must-attend event for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills.

September 25, 2024: WACC Speaker Series with Talmage Boston, renowned litigator and author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents”2024-09-20T12:25:15-04:00

September 24, 2024: WACC Private Dinner with Talmage Boston, renowned litigator and author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents”

Join us on September 24 for an intimate WACC Private Dinner featuring Talmage Boston, the esteemed author of "How the Best Did It: Leadership From Our Top Presidents." This special event, limited to just 24 participants, offers a unique opportunity to explore the leadership styles of America’s most influential presidents.

September 24, 2024: WACC Private Dinner with Talmage Boston, renowned litigator and author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents”2024-09-20T12:25:36-04:00

June 20, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event that promises enlightening discussions and sights in the relationship between Mexico and the United States when we host H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S., on April 25, 2024 as part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series program.

June 20, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S.2024-07-31T00:58:05-04:00

May 28: YPWACC’s Adventures in Dining — Pakistani Cuisine

Join the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for the second installment of the restored Adventures in Dining series on its new date of Tuesday, May 28th, 2024!

May 28: YPWACC’s Adventures in Dining — Pakistani Cuisine2024-07-31T00:58:08-04:00

May 23, 2024: World Citizen Award Dinner Honoring Eugene A. Woods, Chief Executive Officer of Advocate Health (SOLD-OUT)

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

May 23, 2024: World Citizen Award Dinner Honoring Eugene A. Woods, Chief Executive Officer of Advocate Health (SOLD-OUT)2024-07-31T00:58:15-04:00

April 25, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Masood Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the U.S.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event that promises enlightening discussions and sights in the relationship between Pakistan and the United States when we host His Excellency Masood Khan,  Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, on April 25, 2024 as part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series program.

April 25, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Masood Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the U.S.2024-07-31T00:58:20-04:00

April 9, 2024: Annual China Town Hall — WACC Distinguished Speaker Series with Dr. Shelley Rigger, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty | Brown Professor of Asian Politics at Davidson College(Virtual)

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte and the National Committee on U.S. - China Relations on Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. ET for a virtual discussion with Dr. Shelley Rigger, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty and Brown Professor of Asian Politics at Davidson College on China-US relations followed by a for a nationwide live stream event at 6:30 p.m. ET with a Q&A with Kurt Campbell, nominee for Deputy Secretary of State. He will examine the challenges and opportunities for both countries as they confront the most critical issues of the 21st century.

April 9, 2024: Annual China Town Hall — WACC Distinguished Speaker Series with Dr. Shelley Rigger, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty | Brown Professor of Asian Politics at Davidson College(Virtual)2024-07-31T00:58:28-04:00
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