Exchanges and Global Security

In late April the World Affairs Council hosted 11 international delegates from Algeria, Benin, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mali, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and Sudan. During their visit, they discussed the […]

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Meet our Director of International Programs | James McManus

As the Director of International Programs with the World Affairs Council, James McManus oversees the administration for international leaders sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s premier exchange program, the […]

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Last Month: Meet our Summer Interns, Board Member of the Month & International Delegation

Meet our Summer Interns! Viviane recently joined the Council as our Global Exchange Intern. She will help coordinate the international professional exchange programs including the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), […]

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From Moscow to Cincinnati | Global Education Matters

Oxana Prokhorova grew up in Moscow, Russia and earned M.A. with Honors in Chinese Studies from Moscow State University. She also holds M.B.A. in International Business from Xavier University. She […]

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Global Involvement and Cultural Competence | Q&A with Mike Hawkins

Michael Hawkins is a partner of the Labor & Employment and Appellate Practice Groups at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, here he is a mediator and arbitrator. He has a strong […]

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Last Month: International Delegations, Travel the World & Flash Briefings

Meet our NEW Board of Directors and Advisory Group Members Our Board of Directors and Advisory Group Members are the voice of our mission. They steer us towards a sustainable […]

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Global Involvement and Cultural Competence

Becoming a Board Member of the World Affairs Council – Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky is part of a continuing journey as a member of our global community.   This journey […]

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Cultural Competence Vital to City

About a year ago, I had the privilege to participate in a pilot program that turned out to be one of the most transformative experiences of my life. The Cincinnati […]

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Implications of China’s 2018 Constitutional Changes

On Friday, March 30 the Chinese Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel to discuss the impact of the recent changes in the Chinese Constitution.   Our Board Chair, Rich Lauf and […]

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Last Month: International Women’s Day, Chinese Chamber of Commerce & More

International Women’s Day As Executive Director, Michelle Harpenau is committed to making this region the most prominent location for international understanding and cultural awareness for students, families, and professionals to […]

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