Cleveland Council on World Affairs

09/02/2026

CCWA had a great time at 2026, where Cleveland comes together to celebrate our global connections. Congratulations to the Cleveland Cultural Gardens and all our fellow organizations who made this day so special!

09/01/2026

CCWA has something for everyone in September! Whether you want to host international visitors, brush up on your Model UN skills, or hear from a renowned expert, it is all happening at CCWA this month.

As always, visit CCWA.ORG for details.

08/31/2026

We are thrilled to introduce the 2026-2027 cohort of CCWA Global Ambassadors: Jaden Baxter, Jasmine Dixon, Audrey Gerlach, Abby Henry, Sophie Mueller, Isaac Robb, Tessa Rosenberger, and Karis Tzeng. These amazing rising Cleveland leaders will take part in a yearlong journey through Cleveland and across Europe to develop a global vision for the future of our city. To learn more about the program and this year's Global Ambassadors, visit https://www.ccwa.org/ccwa-announces-the-global-ambassadors-2026-2027-cohort/

08/28/2026

🚀 From the Space Race to Nixon's China visit to the Camp David Accords, how did the Cold War shape 45 years of American foreign policy? And what role did Cleveland play in it all?

Join educators Emily Marty, from Marion L. Steele High School, Ken Clark, from Beaumont School, as they break down the defining moments of the Cold War era - and Northeast Ohio's surprising part in America's space achievements 🌎

This episode of CCWA Summer School explores the Cold War and how co...

08/25/2026

Travel with CCWA! The Destination Helsinki program will explore Finland's vibrant capital through private tours, curated visits to museums, and unique connections that reveal Finnish society, history, and culture. This seven-day journey with CCWA is designed for the curious traveler who is interested in more than sightseeing.

📅 Join our info webinar tomorrow Wednesday, August 26
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/n1mFZ2ReSbOPsRTvF0S0kw #/registration

Learn about the itinerary, costs, how to apply, and have your questions answered live!

08/24/2026

At CCWA, we believe that making sense of world affairs and their impact shouldn't be a luxury reserved for policy insiders. What happens across the globe impacts our jobs, our economy, and our region's future. That is why we are making a fundamental commitment to our community: Beginning this season, all CCWA Foreign Policy Forums are free to everyone to attend!

Throughout the 2026-2027 season, CCWA will unpack the global forces that shape Northeast Ohio with renowned diplomats, economists, journalists, and more. If you are looking for a way to go beyond the headlines and join thoughtful conversations with a welcoming community, Foreign Policy Forums are for you!

Links to the first few Foreign Policy Forums are below, with more programs to be announced soon. We hope to see you there!

Uyghur Human Rights and Global Supply Chains: https://www.ccwa.org/events/uyghur-human-rights-and-global-supply-chains/

AI, Automation, and the Reshoring Boom: https://www.ccwa.org/events/ai-automation-and-the-reshoring-boom/

The New Landscape of Global Aid and Health Security: https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-new-landscape-of-global-aid-and-health-security/

08/20/2026

Interested in networking with other globally-minded young professionals? Join CCWA for Cleveland LEADS, an 8-week leadership development experience!

LEADS explores how topics such as global awareness, international issues, and intercultural understanding impact what we do everyday in Greater Cleveland. We know that Cleveland LEADS, and we want YOU to join us in developing the leaders of the future!

Visit our website for more information and to register: https://www.ccwa.org/now-accepting-applications-for-ccwas-global-ambassadors-and-leads-programs-for-young-professionals-2/

08/18/2026

Fall internships are open at CCWA! We're hiring a Model UN Intern and a Social Media Intern - come build your skills and your resume with us 🌍

📍 Learn more & apply: ccwa.org/internships/
⏳ Rolling applications through September 11 - don't wait!

08/17/2026

Congratulations to the 2026-2027 Richard W. Pogue Fellows! Over the coming year, these emerging leaders will have the opportunity to engage in in-depth foreign policy discussions and connect with other globally-minded business and civic leaders through participation in the Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR).

CCWA is proud to help cultivate Cleveland's next generation of leaders. You can read more about these exceptional professionals at: https://www.ccwa.org/ccwa-announces-2026-2027-pogue-fellows/

08/14/2026

Episode 8 of CCWA Summer School tackles a hard but essential chapter in history: America's response to the Holocaust, and Cleveland's role in what came after.

Educators Dave Lubinger, from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School, and Liz Sisley-Novak, from the Maltz Museum, Respect for All Humanity, unpack how the U.S. government responded - and sometimes failed to respond - to the atrocities of N**i Germany, from restrictive immigration policy to the diplomats and soldiers who defied the odds to save lives. They also trace how Cleveland became home to Holocaust survivors, and why this history still matters today.

🎥 Watch now and stay tuned for the next episode in the series!

The eighth episode of CCWA Summer School explores one of the most d...