World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

5th Annual One World Gala & Global Trivia Competition
2018-02-23 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | The Phoenix Club, 812 Race St, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
5th Annual One World Gala & Global Trivia Competition benefiting students’ global education & 21st century skills in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky – Click here to purchase individual tickets.
Sponsorship still available, to inquire please contact Michelle Harpenau.
Our 5th Annual One World Gala & Trivia Competition benefits today’s students for tomorrow’s global leaders. Join us in an evening of fine dining and collaboration as you compete with others in our annual trivia competition.

China and America: The New Geopolitical Equation
2018-02-18 12:30 - 14:30 | St. John’s Unitarian Universalist Church, 320 Resor Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45220
In the last 15 years, China has implemented a wide-ranging strategy of economic outreach and expansion of all its national capacities, including military and diplomatic capacities. Where the United States has taken a step back from multilateral trade agreements and discarded the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), China has made inroads through efforts like the Belt and Road Initiative and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). What are Beijing’s geopolitical objectives? What leadership and political conditions in each society underlie growing Sino-American tensions? What policies might Washington adopt to address this circumstance?

5th Annual Japan Update Symposium
2018-02-16 13:30 - 16:30 | Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, 3 East Fourth St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
Keynote address, panel discussion, and cocktail reception featuring appetizers prepared by Mei Japanese Restaurant.
Learn more about the role of Japanese technology in Kao Corporation’s revitalization of the Jergens skincare brand, and hear the exciting story of Honda and GE’s recent joint venture in the aerospace industry.
Keynote Address by Takashi Hatchoji, Board Member, Nitto DenkoCorporation, who will compare case studies of two large Japanese manufacturing companies and share personal insights drawn from 40+ years with Hitachi, Ltd.

Iran versus Saudi Arabia: An evening with Ambassador Kenton Keith
2018-02-13 17:30 - 21:00 | OH

Confronting Rising Anti-Semitism in Europe
2018-02-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Rockdale Temple, 8501 Ridge Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45236
As the Chair of the Parliamentary Committee Against Antisemitism, MP Mann will speak about his work to combat anti-Semitism in the UK and Europe, including anti-Semitism in sports, on university campuses, and through social media.

Bye Bye Germany
2018-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Kenwood Theatre, 7815 Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45236
Making an engaging, humorous film about Holocaust survivors living in migrant limbo is a challenge and Bye Bye Germanysuccessfully hits the mark. The Jews remaining in post-WWII Germany have been largely overlooked onscreen, giving this dramedy a unique and rarely seen narrative freshness and historical importance.
Set in 1946 Frankfort, director Sam Garbaski pulls us into the lives of David Bermann and friends, as they hatch a plan to reach America. Based on real characters, Bye Bye Germany offers a multi-threaded plot and major twist at the end, rewarding the viewer with an entertaining and ultimately uplifting experience.

Russia'a Foreign Policy
2018-02-11 12:30 - 14:30 | St. John’s Unitarian Universalist Church, 320 Resor Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45220
Under President Vladimir Putin, Russia is projecting an autocratic model of governance abroad and working to undermine the influence of liberal democracies, namely along Russia’s historical borderlands. Russia caused an international uproar in 2016, when it interfered in the U.S. presidential contest. But Putin’s foreign policy toolkit includes other instruments, from alliances with autocrats to proxy wars with the U.S. in Georgia, Ukraine and Syria. How does Putin conceive of national interests, and why do Russian citizens support him? How should the United States respond to Putin’s foreign policy ambitions?

Lunar New Year Gala and Event
2018-02-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Ramada Plaza Cincinnati Sharonville, 11320 Chester Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45246
The Greater Cincinnati Chinese Chamber of Commerce holds this major event to welcome the coming of the Lunar New Year. It’s a wonderful opportunity to observe one of the most important holidays in the Asian culture. We celebrate along with our chamber members and representatives from all over the Greater Cincinnati business community.

World class performances & entertaining program
Specially selected and prepared Asian fare
Networking opportunities with many US & Asian connections
Raffle and Silent Auction showcasing unique, traditional items

The Waning of Pax Americana
2018-02-04 12:30 - 14:30 | St. John’s Unitarian Universalist Church, 320 Resor Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45220
During the first months of Donald Trump’s presidency, the U.S. began a historic shift away from Pax Americana, the liberal international order that was established in the wake of World War II. Since 1945, Pax Americana has promised peaceful international relations and an open economy, buttressed by U.S. military power. In championing “America First” isolationism and protectionism, President Trump has shifted the political mood toward selective U.S. engagement, where foreign commitments are limited to areas of vital U.S. interest and economic nationalism is the order of the day. Geopolitical allies and challengers alike are paying close attention.

2018 Chinese New Year Concert
2018-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | University of Cincinnati, Corbett Auditorium, College of Conservatory of Music (CCM), 290 CCM Blvd, Cincinnati, OH, 45219
Featuring the themed music of Hollywood’s martial arts action comedy, Kung Fu Panda, an American computer-animated film produced by Dreamworks Animation. This exquisite piece will be presented in multimedia in conjunction with the versatile multi-instrumentalist Mr. Hong Wang, the Guanzi virtuoso Mr. Jian Bao, and our long-term partner, the CCM Philharmonia orchestra directed by Maestro Mark Gibson.

74th Annual Meeting of the Salesian Guild
2018-02-03 16:00 - 20:00 | OH
74th Annual Meeting of the Salesian Guild takes place at St. Francis Xavier Church in downtown Cincinnati. The keynote speaker will be Sr. Helen Prejean, CSJ, well-known advocate, spiritual advisor and best-selling author of Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty. She is currently working on her third book, River of Fire: My Spiritual Journey.
The gathering includes Vigil Mass at 4 pm at St. Francis Xavier; Reception at the parish center at 5 pm; Welcome and Dinner at 5:30 pm; Update on media law at 6:30 pm; Presentation of the Distinguished Communicator of the Year Award at 6:45 pm and the keynote speaker at 7 pm.
To keep up with late-breaking developments be sure and “like” the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SalesianGuild.
Nominations for the award are due October 31, 2017.
Questions, contact Dan Andriacco at the Department of Communication & Mission Promotion, Archdiocese of Cincinnati, (513) 421-3131.

End Slavery Cincinnati's 2018 Anti-Human Trafficking Conference
2018-02-02 08:30 - 17:00 | American Red Cross, 2111 Dana Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45207
End Slavery Cincinnati’s 2018 Anti-Human Trafficking Conference is open to the public and runs from 8:30 am – 5 pm at the American Red Cross, 2111 Dana Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45207.
This year there will be 12 presentations, a welcome address, and keynote address.
The Conference will include workshops on: Outreach; Healthcare for Survivors; Legal Assistance for Survivors; Law Enforcement Case Studies; Prevention Education and more!
Cost: Student with ID = $35; Pre-registration = $55; Same day registration = $70.
Online Registration will close 9 an, January 29, 2018.
Register Online here.
This event is brought to you by End Slavery Cincinnati in partnership with The Salvation Army and the American Red Cross.

Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA 2017 Results
2018-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Rookwood Commons Tower, 3805 Edwards Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45209
Come to the first and the most diverse networking meeting of the year!

R.S.V.P. is not required, but we encourage you to register online.

This event is FREE to members and $10 for non-members

International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2018-01-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Hebrew Union College Jewish Institue of Religion S.H. and Helen R. Scheuer Chapel, 3101 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH

Brent and Sam Green | Live Cinema
2018-01-27 19:30 - 21:00 | OH
“The whole point of this kind of cinema is that this is a live experience that will never happen again—it’s a celebration of the moment and the ephemeral and being present.” – Sam Green
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sam Green and filmmaker/animator Brent Green, while not related, are both known for their singular performances combining cinema, musical accompaniment, and live narration. Live Cinema is a rare collaborative program, combining the energy and immediacy of a rock show with the immersive storytelling magic of cinema, in which the filmmakers present a prime selection of their numerous short works. Within these shorts, Brent will tell stories about his family, growing up in rural Pennsylvania, and the woman who sewed a spacesuit for the first dog sent into space. Sam will share tales about Louis Armstrong, the fog in San Francisco, and the last person listed in the San Francisco phone book. Alternating between their films, live foley accompaniment will come courtesy of musicians Brendan Canty (Fugazi), James Canty (Nation of Ulysses), Becky Foon (Thee Silver Mt. Zion), and Kate Ryan, providing an animated soundtrack to these short cinematic gems.
“The effect is… Koyaanisqatsi being filtered through an episode of This American Life” – The New York Times

Calling all High Schools - Sign up for Academic WorldQuest Competition
2018-01-27 09:00 - 12:30 | Princeton High School, 100 Viking Way, Cincinnati, OH, 45246
Click here for the Study Guide and Contact Arnela to register.
The Academic WorldQuest is a program of the World Affairs Council of America (WACA). AWQ is an opportunity for high school students to compete in a local trivia competition. The winning team may even have a chance to take their skills to Washington D.C. to compete with high school students from all over the U.S.

Refugee Connect Meeting
2018-01-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Schiff Conference Center, Cintas Center at Xavier University, 1624 Herald Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45207
RSVP to Cynthia Cummins at cummins@xavier.edu

US Embassy Webinar - Brazilian Defense Legislation & Market
2018-01-26 12:00 - 13:00 | OH
Brazil has the largest defense budget in Latin America and Brazil’s Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces continue to pursue an ambitious portfolio of strategic military modernization programs valued around $115 billion. Join this webinar to hear from expert speakers from the Brazilian Ministry of Defense and industry representatives on key issues including an overview of the Brazilian defense legislation, market, and partnering strategies.

Religious Liberty at a Crossroads
2018-01-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Thomas More College, 333 Thomas More Pkwy, Crestview, KY, 41017
Religious Liberty at a Crossroads, organized by the Institute for Religious Liberty of Thomas More College, will take place at 7 pm at the College’s Steigerwald Hall, Saints Center, (Thomas More Parkway) in Crestview Hills, KY. The keynote speaker is Kevin C. Walsh, J.D., professor at the University of Richmond School of Law who will cover a variety of topics and focus on recent Religious Liberty legalese. Find out more at (859) 341-5800.

Sunset Salons: Cultural Cuisines
2018-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Sunset Salons is a vibrant conversation series through which we connect local experts on a topic of cultural relevance with community members interested in participating in an engaging discussion. This month’s event will feature 4 – 6 local restaurants serving culturally diverse cuisines for a conversation about food, culinary traditions, and their influence on our city.

Giant footsteps: The future of the Asian elephants in human care at the Cincinnati Zoo
2018-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45220
The Cincinnati Zoo’s, Barrows Conservative Lecture Series
Gerry Creighton has worked in Dublin Zoo since 1983, starting as a trainee keeper, before becoming a full-time zookeeper in 1986. He subsequently worked as Team Leader responsible for large apes, carnivores, and elephants for nearly ten years before becoming Zoo Operations Manager for animals and grounds in 2009. Gerry also holds an advisory role acting as elephant consultant for many international zoos. Gerry’s career has spanned several decades of exciting development, during which time Dublin Zoo has transformed from its Victorian beginnings in 1831 into a modern, vital and progressive European center for conservation, education and animal husbandry.

A Day of Training in Nonviolence
2018-01-22 09:00 - 15:00 | St. Anne Province Center, Melbourne, KY, 41059
A Day of Training in Nonviolence is set from 9 am – 3 pm at St. Anne Province Center in Melbourne, KY 41059, just across the river from Cincinnati. The Inter-community Justice & Peace Center is partnering with the Sisters of Divine Providence to offer this day of training about nonviolence. Topics covered include the principles of nonviolence, nonviolent communication and learning about nonviolent direct action. Suggested donation is $20 but is not required. Lunch is provided. RSVP to Andrea at andrea@ijpccincinnati.org.

World Affairs Council Annual Meeting
2018-01-11 | OH
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Join us in this free event as we celebrate 2017 and learn what 2018 has in store for the World Affairs Council. We will be reviewing the 2017 achievements, conducting board member renewals, and revealing 2018 goals and initiatives. Discover how your support has moved the Council forward in the past year.
