Colorado Springs World Affairs Council

08/13/2026

🚀 What if $25 could give a local high school student a seat at the table where the future of space is being debated?

On September 17, the Colorado Springs World Affairs Council will welcome approximately 250 students to Colorado College for The New Space Age High School Symposium -- a day focused on diplomacy, innovation, international cooperation, and the rapidly evolving space economy.
Students will explore real-world questions such as:

🌕 Who owns the Moon?
🛰️ Who governs space data?
🌎 How do we address orbital debris?
🤝 How can nations compete and cooperate in space?
🤖 What role will AI play in humanity’s future beyond Earth?

Through expert panels, discussions with industry and policy leaders, a Space Diplomacy Challenge, and student presentations, participants will have the opportunity to research, collaborate, and defend their ideas on issues shaping the next era of space exploration.

Colorado Springs is home to an extraordinary space community. We want our students to see themselves as part of its future.

For every $25 donated, one student can participate:

$25 = 1 student
$100 = 4 students
$250 = 10 students
$500 = 20 students

Help us give 250 young people the opportunity to think bigger, ask difficult questions, meet professionals working in the field, and discover where they might fit into The New Space Age.

👉 Sponsor a student today: https://mtyc.co/n7ds9g

Please consider donating — and sharing this post with someone who believes in investing in the next generation.

Help support students attend High School Symposium 2026 for as little as $25.

07/16/2026

Think you know your world leaders, global events, and pop culture?

Join us tonight at 6:00 PM at COATI for the inaugural Young Professional Trivia Night. Test your global knowledge, meet other young professionals, build new connections, and compete for prizes.

Members who join at the door receive two complimentary drinks. Join to take advantage of this opportunity.

Bring your team, your best trivia knowledge, and get ready for a night of networking and competition.

07/07/2026

Can you name the world's capitals? Keep up with international news? Know a few fun facts about countries around the globe?

Then gather your friends and join the Colorado Springs World Affairs Council Young Professionals for an evening of Geography & Global Trivia!

📆 Wednesday, July 16
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 COATI | Colorado Springs

👯 Bring a friend!
🌟 Free admission
🍻 Become a CSWAC member at the door for just $35 and enjoy complimentary drinks!
🎁 Raffles & prizes
🤝 Meet other globally curious young professionals

Whether you're a trivia champion or just looking for a fun night out, this is a great opportunity to connect with others who enjoy learning about the world and making a difference in our community.

Bring your friends, form a team, and let's find out who really knows the world!

👉 Register here: https://www.csworldaffairs.org/event-details/?event=2026/7/16/the-world-happens-here-trivia-networking-night #!event/2026/7/16/the-world-happens-here-trivia-networking-night

Tag a friend who should be on your trivia team!

06/15/2026

Recently four country and industry leaders joined us from Norway, Türkiye and Iceland on a project titled: Transatlantic Cooperation on Arctic Security. While they were here, the group spent time at USAFA, NORAD/NORTHCOM, Catalyst Campus and more! To make the most of their time they planned on meeting at future conferences with USAFA cadets and professors to continue war gaming Baltic and Arctic security possibilities. They also joined Susan and Tim, two incredible council members for home hospitality where they prepared steak tacos for the group and spent the night sharing stories.

06/11/2026

CSWAC is lucky to host international leaders frequently and expose them to the wonderful world of Colorado Springs! Recently, a group of leaders from the EU joined us to discuss security issues and to strengthen individual and joint military power. While in town, they engaged with the JCO cell of Catalyst Campus for Technology and Innovation experts from North American Aerospace Defense Command, Space ISAC, and the Post Naval Graduate Program. Additionally, they got a taste of real America at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame! Stay up to date with our visitors and become a member for intimate opportunities when groups are in town.

06/09/2026

Ever wonder what we are doing behind the scenes? CSWAC’s schedule is packed with conferences and events that engage in global discourse. This April, our young professionals attended both the Conference on World Affairs at and Space ISAC’s first annual Space Symposium panel and networking night. While there CSWAC representatives conversed over the importance of international institutions and the evolving global order. Stay up to date to hear about other events we attend in order to better the council!

06/03/2026

Colorado Springs World Affairs Council was pleased to welcome eight delegates from Western Africa to the Springs this April. While in town they met with government officials, local non profits and international outreach groups to discuss Trafficking in Persons. These individuals from Seychelles, Angola, Mozambique and Namibia exemplify changing making to the highest degree.

05/22/2026

Colorado Springs World Affairs Council has had quite the productive April and May with smaller, intimate gatherings with impactful leaders, as well as back to back Speaker Series to packed out rooms of over 100 attendees.

• Ambassador (Ret.) Alina Romanowski, who gave guidance on FSO careers after an insightful discussion on Iran thanks to one of our sponsors, Simko North America, LLC and Whitney Luckett.

• Michael O'Hanlon with The Brookings Institution, who provided a lunchtime discussion with CSWAC board members thanks to the generosity of the Front Range Consortium (FRC).

• Castleberry-Hernandez, who spoke to the council in May about “American Grand Strategy in Transition: Shaping Future Middle Eastern Policy & Domestic Impacts.”

• Kris Bauman with the United States Air Force Academy, who did a timely presentation on evolving current Middle East events.

Grateful for the many supporters and collaborators within our community that understand the importance of global engagement within the City of Colorado Springs.

04/23/2026

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, conversations about national security, global instability, and homeland resilience matter more than ever. Join the Colorado Springs World Affairs Council on Wednesday, May 6, at 5:30 PM for The Next Generation of National Security Threats: From Iran to the Homeland with Asha Castleberry Hernandez.
Register now at the link in bio.

04/21/2026

Something extraordinary is happening in Colorado Springs this Friday: The World Affairs Council is hosting an exclusive Giving Society gathering featuring the distinguished former ambassador to Iraq and Kuwait! Ambassador Romanoswki will provide rare, insider perspectives on the conflict in Iran and its far-reaching global impact.

Craving a seat at the table? This invitation-only conversation is reserved for our closest supporters. To inquire about attending, contact info@csworldaffairs or explore Giving Society membership opportunities today.