Individual Membership

We could not do this work without you. Members are the cornerstone of the World Affairs Council.

Join Your Global Community

Memberships are the most trustworthy funding source for our important international work. Your support of the World Affairs Council means schools, organizations, and communities can be reached with programs that inspire global mindsets and create personal connections.

Membership Has Benefits – Starting at $100

Benefits increase when you increase your membership level and are good for one year! Prefer to make a monthly contribution for your membership? Join as a sustaining member!

Explore Membership Levels

Student & Teacher members $25, – all benefits for Global Citizens level

Young Professionals (40 and under) members $100 – all benefits of Global Citizens plus free attendance to two events of your choice

Global Citizens $100 or Family Membership $125

• Members-first opportunities to host leaders from around the world
• Discounted admission to public events with world affairs experts, including the Distinguished Speakers Series at the Queen City Club 
• Discounts on subscriptions to World Politics Review, Foreign Affairs, and Project Syndicate
• Access to Travel the World lifelong learning tours
• Invitation to Global Ties U.S. National Conference and World Affairs Council of America National Conference
• Recognition in the Annual Report

Diplomats – $350

• All benefits of Global Citizens level membership PLUS
• Complimentary ticket to all Distinguished Speaker Series events 

Ambassadors – $500

• All benefits of Diplomats level membership PLUS
• Invitation-only receptions with foreign dignitaries visiting through the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program
• Complimentary ticket to all Distinguished Speaker Series events 

Global Leaders Circle – $1000

• An exclusive “State of the World” briefing and Q&A with World Affairs Council leaders
• Invitation-only receptions with foreign dignitaries and Distinguished Speakers
• Complimentary ticket to all WAC Cincinnati & NKY paid events, including the Distinguished Speakers Series, and One World Gala

All memberships are good for one year and can be renewed annually. And, if your employer matches charitable giving, you can double your impact by having your gift matched.

All memberships are good for one year and can be renewed annually. And, if your employer matches charitable giving, you can double your impact by having your gift matched.