Cleveland Council on World Affairs

Cleveland Council on World Affairs CCWA's mission is to inspire engagement in international affairs and world cultures through education, citizen diplomacy and public dialogue.

The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) is dedicated to fostering global awareness in Northeast Ohio. To do so, CCWA coordinates programs with the U.S. Department of State that bring hundreds of international visitors – professionals, students, and government leaders – to the Cleveland area every year. In addition, CCWA hosts a variety of dynamic speakers to engage the local community and also works closely with area schools to bring the world to Ohio students.

Check out our upcoming events in June!
06/02/2026

Check out our upcoming events in June!

⚽ This summer, 48 nations will compete for the most coveted trophy in sports, and CCWA is excited to bring you into the ...
05/29/2026

⚽ This summer, 48 nations will compete for the most coveted trophy in sports, and CCWA is excited to bring you into the heart of the action. Join us on June 17 at Masthead Brewing Co. to watch high-stakes soccer, play World Cup bingo, and embrace the wonderful atmosphere & community of the World Cup!

This event is free and open to all, so bring your friends and kick it with CCWA! For details, visit: https://www.ccwa.org/.../celebrate-the-world-cup-with-ccwa/

⌛ Applications to join CCWA's Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC) close on May 31! YPAC is one of the best way...
05/28/2026

⌛ Applications to join CCWA's Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC) close on May 31! YPAC is one of the best ways for young professionals in Cleveland to grow their understanding of the world, connect with subject matter experts, and build a network with other globally-minded young professionals. Whether you work in the international affairs space, or are simply curious about the world, YPAC is the group for you!

🔗 Apply now: https://www.ccwa.org/our-team/

🌍 Are you a young professional passionate about exploring global issues and understanding foreign policy? The Richard W....
05/26/2026

🌍 Are you a young professional passionate about exploring global issues and understanding foreign policy? The Richard W. Pogue Fellowship is for you!

✨ CCWA's Richard W. Pogue Fellowship gives Cleveland's young professionals a unique opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and thought leaders shaping global affairs. The Fellowship offers exclusive access to CCWA's dinner and dialogue series, connecting Fellows to a vibrant network of globally minded Clevelanders.

🔗 Apply now: https://www.ccwa.org/pogue-fellowship/

📣 Attention students! Do you have a teacher or professor who seems to know everything about history? We are creating a c...
05/21/2026

📣 Attention students! Do you have a teacher or professor who seems to know everything about history? We are creating a culmination of video clips to honor and detail America's 250 years of rich history. We're looking for educators who are passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about America's history to help create this collection of content though short Zoom conversations!

Some of the video topics include but are not limited to the Transatlantic Slave Trade, the 1991 Gulf War, and the Marshall Plan. To see the other topics we plan to discuss and to sign up, visit: https://fs4.formsite.com/ccwa/0qg2cnegbf/index

Make sure to tag, link, or comment the name of your instructor to be a part of this project! 👩‍🏫

New date confirmed! The Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on India has been rescheduled for June 25. This event will take...
05/20/2026

New date confirmed! The Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on India has been rescheduled for June 25. This event will take a deeper look at India's foreign policy strategy and how it seeks to maximize its place in the global order. We will discuss how the U.S. can foster the critically important U.S.-India relationship, particularly amidst the rise of China. This is a program you won't want to miss, so sign up now!

🔗 https://www.ccwa.org/events/tipping-the-scales-an-emergent-india-on-the-world-stage/

Looking for a way to get involved, expand your network, and build your resume? Join CCWA's Young Professionals Advisory ...
05/18/2026

Looking for a way to get involved, expand your network, and build your resume? Join CCWA's Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC)! YPAC is a fantastic opportunity for young professionals to grow their understanding of the world, connect with experts and leaders, advise CCWA on programming, and meet other folks with similar interests. Applications are open now: https://www.ccwa.org/our-team/

Not sure if YPAC is for you? You can learn more and meet current YPAC members at our Young Professionals Spring Social on Thursday, May 20! Sign up here: https://www.ccwa.org/events/young-professionals-spring-social-2/

05/15/2026

The world is facing new challenges when it comes to restricting the spread of nuclear weapons. Dr. Emma Belcher joined CCWA to share her thoughts on today’s most critical questions surrounding nuclear weapons.

The CCWA Model United Nations team would like to give a special thank you to our interns Abby and Sana for their hard wo...
05/14/2026

The CCWA Model United Nations team would like to give a special thank you to our interns Abby and Sana for their hard work and contributions to our conferences this year! Our interns are key to making our conferences a success, and we appreciate all they do.

Interested in making an impact with CCWA? Keep an eye on our website for opportunities to join our team as an intern and play your part in connecting Cleveland to the world!

We are one week out from the Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on India! We hope you will join us on May 20 for a deep di...
05/13/2026

We are one week out from the Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on India! We hope you will join us on May 20 for a deep dive into India, its geopolitical strategy, and the future of the U.S.-India relationship. How will South Asia’s dominant power position itself on the world stage as it rises to prominence? What should we expect from U.S.-India relations moving forward, particularly as it relates to the great power competition with China? We'll tackle these questions and more!

Sign up now: https://www.ccwa.org/events/tipping-the-scales-an-emergent-india-on-the-world-stage/

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