Upcoming Events

Experience an exclusive evening of insights and discourse at the WACC Private Dinner hosted by the World Affairs Council of Charlotte. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 13, 2023, as we proudly present Dr. Fiona Hill, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Former Senior Director for European and Russian Affairs on the National Security Council. Dr. Hill's expertise in U.S. foreign policy, Russia, national security, and ongoing geopolitical challenges, particularly Russia's invasion into Ukraine, makes her an exceptional authority in the realm of international affairs. During this exclusive private dinner event, Dr. Hill will answer your questions and delve into the national security implications for the United States and offer a thought-provoking analysis of her book, "There Is Nothing For You Here: Finding Opportunity in the Twenty-First Century." Gain a deeper understanding of the potential consequences of America's socioeconomic collapse and the looming threat of an authoritarian swing, drawing parallels to modern Russia's trajectory.

Discover firsthand insights from a leading diplomat at the World Affairs Council of Charlotte's exclusive private dinner and discussion with Marie Yovanovitch on November 29, 2023. As the former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine (2016-2019) and author of "Lessons From The Edge: A Memoir," Yovanovitch brings expertise in diplomacy, conflict conflict management, and relationship building. During the dinner, Ambassador Yovanovitch will share her insights on Ukraine's relentless efforts to counter Russia's invasion of this former Soviet country, and U.S. foreign policy and diplomatic endeavors to counter and minimize Russian aggression in the region. 

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive private dinner and discussion with Ambassador Jo Ellen Powell on October 25, 2023. As a career diplomat and former U.S. Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Una Chapman Cox Foundation, Powell shares her personal insight into the importance diplomacy, the modernization of the United States Foreign Service, and the ways to increase America's influence in the world through diplomacy. 

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an intimate private dinner and discussion on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, with Daniel Runde is a a senior vice president, director of the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD), and holds the William A. Schreyer Chair in Global Analysis at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a leading global think tank. He is also the author of "The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power" published in February 2023.  Daniel will answer your questions over dinner and explore how soft power shapes America's influence. He'll offer perspective on how diplomacy, economic engagement, and cultural exchange can address global challenges and shape a brighter future. His book, "The American Imperative" is a must-read for those passionate about revitalizing America's global leadership and driving positive change worldwide.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an intimate private dinner and discussion on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, with with Dr. Nina Ansary, Author, UN Women Global Champion for Innovation, and Director of the WACA Global Women’s Lecture Series of America Global Women's Lecture Series. Dr. Ansary will offer her perspective on the challenges faced by Iranian women on a daily basis, analyzing social, cultural, and legal obstacles they encounter. Gain valuable insights into their realities and the barriers they must overcome and learn more about actionable ways that the global community can contribute to their empowerment.