WHERE
CONTINENTS,
CULTURES, AND
IDEAS CONNECT.
Global leaders. Philly students. Entrepreneurs, teachers, and citizen diplomats. For 75 years, they’ve shared stories and exchanged ideas at World Affairs.
Today you’re invited to learn… and to discuss. To explore… and to host. You’re invited to meet new people and find new viewpoints that will expand the way you experience Philadelphia and the world.
OUR PROGRAMS
As the region’s largest and longest-running international nonprofit, World Affairs is your gateway to global connections right here in Philadelphia. We’ve been opening doors between our city and the world for 75 years, fostering dialogue, understanding, and collaboration on the international stage.
PUBLIC PROGRAMMING
World Affairs is where leaders, journalists, artists, and scientists come to speak. It’s also where they come to listen. Attend a program and be part of public diplomacy, exploring viewpoints on today’s most important issues.
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMING
Trade best practices with foreign professional peers and gain cross-cultural competency in skills that advance your career. Join conversations—and networks—with movers, thinkers, and innovators from around the globe.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
The next generation of global citizens and leaders is rising in Philadelphia today. Their journey starts here. Bring the world to your school with interactive conferences, exchange programs, and other exciting experiences that spark debate, discourse, and new perspectives on global and local issues.
TRAVEL
Live and learn the world’s locales and cultures firsthand with guidance from top experts. With unique experiences curated and supported by World Affairs staff, you will depart prepared—and return as an insider.
EACH YEAR, WORLD AFFAIRS…
Hosts 20+
Speaker Events
Bringing world leaders to Philadelphia’s doorstep for discussion and debate.
Welcomes 280+ Leaders from 100+ Countries
Opening doors between Philadelphia and the world through professional exchanges.
Serves 3,000 Students from 100 Regional Schools
Creating global citizens within Philadelphia’s schools.
Sends 300+ Travelers to 100 Countries
Preparing curious explorers to live and learn the world’s locales and cultures.
IN THE NEWS
- The Philadelphia Tribune
- CBS News Philadelphia
- Philadelphia Business Journal