World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

State and Local Government IVLP Group
2026-08-12 - 2026-08-18 | OH
With delegates from Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Republic of Korea, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste.
The Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project:

Introduce the structures and functions of the U.S. federal system of government, with emphasis on the division of authority and responsibility between federal, state, and local governments;
Demonstrate successful models of cooperation among state and local governments, non-governmental organizations, community organizations, and the business sector;
Examine intergovernmental cooperative organizations, such as councils of government and regional planning authorities, as well as innovative public-private partnerships that allow state and local governments to provide enhanced services, encourage economic growth, and ensure public accountability;
Examine various models of state and local governments that demonstrate how they function in the United States and interact with the federal government; and
Explore the fundamental role of freedom of speech and expression in sustaining democratic societies.

This is a program of the U.S. Department of State, administered by World Affairs Council –Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky.

Combatting Nature Crimes IVLP Group
2026-08-13 - 2026-08-18 | OH
More information on program coming soon.

Trafficking in Persons: Prevention and Mitigation II IVLP Group
2026-08-19 - 2026-08-25 | OH
With delegates from Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Burma, Chile, Egypt, Germany, Guyana, Latvia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nepal, Portugal, Romania, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and Vanuatu.
The Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project:

Review U.S. government strategies to combat international trafficking in persons, including crimes against women and children, by examining the formulation, administration, and enforcement of U.S. policy on the national, state, and local levels;
Examine the roles that government, law enforcement, the courts, and local organizations play in detecting, preventing, and prosecuting crimes;
Explore initiatives to recognize, protect, and assist victims of abuse and trafficking, including victim recovery and reintegration programs; and
Discuss international law enforcement cooperation in trafficking in persons cases.

This is a program of the U.S. Department of State, administered by World Affairs Council –Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky.

Become a Part of the Young Professionals Advisory Group
2026-09-01 | OH
We seek your guidance & execution skills to further the organization’s mission and strategies.
We are looking to expand our Inaugural Young Professionals Advisory Group, for those under 40 years of age. This is your time to shine, get creative, and impactful! Individuals who are passionate about the mission, commit to 2-5 hours per month for committee meetings and staff discussions, commit to 2-year term, and give or get at minimum $100 through personal or corporate contribution.

Applications due September 1st.

Become a Part of the Board of Directors
2026-09-01 | OH
The World Affairs Council invites you to join a leadership team advancing our “GLOCAL” mission—making a meaningful impact locally and globally. As a board member, you will partner closely with staff to provide guidance, execute strategies, and help drive the organization’s mission forward.
Board Member Responsibilities:

Serve as a legally and fiscally responsible steward of the organization.
Be passionate about our mission and committed to advancing it.
Dedicate 1–3 hours per month for board and committee meetings.
Commit to a 3-year board term.
Give or Get a minimum of $5,000 annually—through a personal donation or by raising the equivalent from your network, corporate sponsorship, or other fundraising efforts.

Areas of Expertise We’re Seeking:

Legal counsel
Technology / IT / Data Management / AI
Accounting and financial oversight
Fundraising and development
Marketing / Communications / Social Media

Applications due September 1st.

We the People: Cultural Heritage and Preservation IVLP Group
2026-09-29 - 2026-10-02 | OH
More information to come.

International Friendship Day Celebration with Cincinnati Sister Cities
2026-10-17 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park, 1135 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
More information to come!
