February 10th, 2026: WACC Partner Program with Yi-Ling Liu, Journalist-in-Residence at the Tarbell Center for AI Journalism and Author of “THE WALL DANCERS: Searching for Freedom and Connection on the Chinese Internet” (Virtual)

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on February 10th for a national WAC program featuring author and journalist Yi-Ling Liu tells the untold story of the Chinese internet. In conversation with Jim Falk on WorldNow, Yi-Ling Liu will offer her perspective on how Chinese citizens have navigated the last 30 years of surveillance and censorship while searching for freedom and connection behind the Great Firewall.

February 10th, 2026: WACC Partner Program with Yi-Ling Liu, Journalist-in-Residence at the Tarbell Center for AI Journalism and Author of “THE WALL DANCERS: Searching for Freedom and Connection on the Chinese Internet” (Virtual)2026-01-08T13:50:39-05:00

February 4th, 2026: YPWACC Drink About It Series –> The Transformative Power of Art

On February 4th, the Young Professionals of the WACC will host the next installment of our Drink About It program series at Lost Worlds Brewing Charlotte in Midtown. This moderated panel discussion will explore the transformative power of art across cultures and borders and examine how artistic expression shapes global perspectives, challenges assumptions, and fosters connection in an increasingly interconnected world.

February 4th, 2026: YPWACC Drink About It Series –> The Transformative Power of Art2026-02-02T13:25:17-05:00

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a WACC Ambassadors Circle Series luncheon with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Ambassador Duarte Lopes will discuss Portugal’s foreign policy priorities, its strategic partnership with the United States, and its role in today’s evolving global landscape, including Atlantic security, transatlantic cooperation, trade, technology, and leadership within the European Union, offering attendees a clear and forward-looking perspective on Portugal’s global engagement and the opportunities ahead for strengthening U.S.–Portugal collaboration.

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States2026-01-30T10:53:14-05:00

January 28th, 2026: WACC Distinguished Speaker Series with Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of “The Economist” and Editor of “The World Ahead” — “The World Ahead in 2026)

Annually, "The World Ahead" series by The Economist offers a forward-looking perspective on anticipated developments in the upcoming year. Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist and Editor of "The World Ahead 2026," will provide well-informed predictions, in-depth analyses from foreign policy and current affairs experts, a synopsis of the global economic forecast, and crucial insights into focal issues that are poised to be significant touchpoints in the coming year.

January 28th, 2026: WACC Distinguished Speaker Series with Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of “The Economist” and Editor of “The World Ahead” — “The World Ahead in 2026)2026-03-04T14:54:40-05:00

January 21st, 2026: WACC Partner Program with Bill Hartung, Author and Senior Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft (Virtual)

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on January 21 for a national WAC program featuring Bill Hartung, senior fellow at the Quincy Institute. In conversation with Jim Falk on WorldNow, Hartung will break down the forces shaping the American military‑industrial complex and explore how rethinking a trillion‑dollar defense system could strengthen America’s future.

January 21st, 2026: WACC Partner Program with Bill Hartung, Author and Senior Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft (Virtual)2026-01-08T10:16:52-05:00

November 18, 2025: WACC Voyagers Club Dinner with Dr. Tomislav Longinović, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of Slavic, Comparative Literature and Visual Culture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Visiting Professor at Harvard University, and Award Winning Author, “The Future of International Education: Virtualizing the World”

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte’s Voyagers Club on November 18 for an extraordinary evening of conversation, cuisine, and curiosity as we welcome Dr. Tomislav Longinović, one of today’s most thought-provoking voices in global education, literature, and cultural studies. A renowned scholar and award-winning author, Dr. Longinović explores identity, language, and cultural transformation in a rapidly globalizing world. His upcoming talk, “The Future of International Education: Virtualizing the World,” will examine how technology, AI, and digital learning are reshaping cross-cultural exchange, redefining global citizenship, and expanding access to education beyond borders.

November 18, 2025: WACC Voyagers Club Dinner with Dr. Tomislav Longinović, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of Slavic, Comparative Literature and Visual Culture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Visiting Professor at Harvard University, and Award Winning Author, “The Future of International Education: Virtualizing the World”2025-11-17T09:00:26-05:00

November 12, 2025: WACC Partner Program with WAC Connecticut, Global Sante Fe, and WAC Dallas/Fort Worth — “Autocrats vs Democrats: The New Global Disorder” with Ambassador Michael McFaul” (Via Zoom)

Join us on November 12th for a compelling WorldNow with Jim Falk conversation, in partnership with WAC Connecticut, Global Sante Fe, and World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul. Drawing from his forthcoming book Autocrats vs. Democrats, McFaul explores the global rise of autocracy, growing challenges from Russia and China, and the implications of an inward-turning America. Gain exclusive insight from one of the world’s leading experts on democracy, global security, and the future of U.S. leadership on the world stage.

November 12, 2025: WACC Partner Program with WAC Connecticut, Global Sante Fe, and WAC Dallas/Fort Worth — “Autocrats vs Democrats: The New Global Disorder” with Ambassador Michael McFaul” (Via Zoom)2025-10-27T10:26:38-04:00

November 11, 2025: An Exclusive Evening with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television’s “Rick Steves’ Europe” and public radio’s “Travel with Rick Steves

Prepare to be transported on a cultural journey filled with captivating tales of exploration, thought-provoking global insights, and the secrets to unlocking the wonders of our world. The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is thrilled to present an unforgettable evening with the one and only Rick Steves, the iconic, best-selling travel author and beloved host of Rick Steves’ Europe on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

November 11, 2025: An Exclusive Evening with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television’s “Rick Steves’ Europe” and public radio’s “Travel with Rick Steves2025-11-17T09:00:34-05:00

November 6, 2025: WACC Private Dinner with H.E. Urban Ahlin, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive private dinner with H.E. Urban Ahlin, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States, on Thursday, November 6. As the world navigates challenges including the war in Ukraine, climate leadership, and Sweden’s recent accession to NATO, Ambassador Ahlin will provide valuable insight into his country’s foreign policy priorities, democratic values, and evolving partnership with the United States.

November 6, 2025: WACC Private Dinner with H.E. Urban Ahlin, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States2025-08-18T14:43:27-04:00
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