Sep 21, 2022
Honoring the Spirit of America: A Conversation about Immigration
In-person Event
Join the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park to learn from a panel of speakers who will provide insight into why immigration—throughout U.S. history—has been so important and how we can continue to address the challenges of immigration policy today.
Sep 09, 2022
Workforce Development in the Life Sciences: Building Skills, Diversity, and Education in Philadelphia and Beyond
Join the Council at B.PHL Innovation Fest as we explore the importance of workforce development so that workers are prepared to address tomorrow’s challenges, particularly in life sciences—a growing sector in the Philadelphia region and an important one for our country and the world.
Location:
Location 215
90 Spring Garden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Schedule
- 11:05 a.m. ET Panel Discussion
- 11:40 a.m. ET Audience Q&A
- 11:50 a.m. ET Conclusion
Sep 09, 2022
Treating the Whole Person: How Social Determinants Impact Health & Achieving Health Equity
Join the Council at B.PHL Innovation Fest as we explore what organizations, providers, payers, and others are doing to treat the whole person – both in the Philadelphia and around the world – and how social determinants impact health.
Location:
Location 215
90 Spring Garden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Schedule
- 12:00 p.m. ET Panel Discussion
- 12:35 p.m. ET Audience Q&A
- 12:45 p.m. ET Conclusion
Sep 21, 2022
Honoring the Spirit of America: A Conversation about Immigration
In-person Event
Join the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park to learn from a panel of speakers who will provide insight into why immigration—throughout U.S. history—has been so important and how we can continue to address the challenges of immigration policy today.
Location:
Independence National Historical Park
Congress Hall, 5th & Chestnut Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration opens
- 6:00 p.m. ET Program begins
- 7:15 p.m. ET Conclusion
Oct 06, 2022
Cryptocurrencies and the World: A Look at Global Regulation, Security, and Sustainability
Crypto is everywhere, and the blockchain is changing the world. Join the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for a discussion with a paneli of experts, moderated by Sahel Ahyaie Assar, about cryptocurrency and its impact on the global economy.
Location:
Racquet Club of Philadelphia
215 S. 16th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Schedule
- 11:30 a.m. ET Registration opens, buffet lunch
- 12:00 p.m. ET Program begins
- 1:15 p.m. ET Conclusion
Oct 13, 2022
World Affairs Table: Mexico
In-person Event
The World Affairs Table series features discussions on topics pertaining to bilateral relationships between the U.S. and other countries. Each discussion is followed by a culinary tasting event with cuisine and drinks from the country of focus. The World Affairs Table allows audience members to both engage in substantive foreign policy discussions and experience culture and cuisine, all in the span of one evening.
Location:
World Affairs Council & The BOND Collective
1617 JFK Blvd., Ste. 1055
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration Opens
- 6:00 p.m. ET Program
- 7:00 p.m. ET Culinary Tasting & Reception
- 8:30 p.m. ET Conclusion
Oct 26, 2022
This Country: A Conversation with Chris Matthews
Hold the Date
Join the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for a conversation with New York Times bestselling author and long-time host of MSNBC’s Hardball, Chris Matthews, about his memoir of politics and history.
Location:
Information to come
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration opens
- 6:00 p.m. ET Program begins
- 7:15 p.m. ET Conclusion
Nov 07, 2022
Diplochat
Hold the Date
The Council’s “Diplochat” series provides attendees the opportunity to have an in-depth, off-the-record conversation with diplomats from around the world. The conversation will be facilitated by the Council’s President & CEO, Lauren Swartz.
Location:
World Affairs Council, One Penn Center
1617 JFK Blvd., Ste. 1055
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration Opens
- 6:00 p.m. ET Program
- 7:00 p.m. ET Conclusion
Nov 10, 2022
What Just Happened? Midterms 2022
Hold the Date
With the U.S. midterm elections taking place on November 8, the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and KYW NewsRadio are teaming up to give you a breakdown of what just happened? Join us to listen to experts discuss the issues, outcomes, and make their own assessments of what it all means for 2024 and beyond.
Location:
KYW Newsradio Studios at Audacy Headquarters
2400 Market St., 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration Opens
- 6:00 p.m. ET Program
- 7:00 p.m. ET Networking Reception
- 8:30 p.m. ET Conclusion
Dec 13, 2022
World Affairs Salon
Hold the Date
Join the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for its end-of-year World Affairs Salon, a joyous celebration of our many incredible partners and impactful programs.
Location:
Information to come.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. ET Registration Opens & Reception
- 6:30 p.m. ET Program
- 8:30 p.m. ET Conclusion
