WORLD AFFAIRS ARE YOUR AFFAIRS
When the world shifts, you feel it. The decisions made across oceans have a real local impact, shaping your community, your business, your security, and your future. Join us in fostering curious listeners, learners, and bridge builders in a world that connects us all.
MAKE WORLD AFFAIRS YOUR AFFAIRS. JOIN US.
The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia has been a trusted, nonpartisan bridge between the Philadelphia community and global conversations for more than 75 years.
In honor of our nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, our Board has issued a challenge: engage 250 people as new members with our organization and unlock a gift in support of World Affairs.
Now is the time to make your contribution go further: join the World Affairs are Your Affairs Campaign!
JOIN AS A MEMBER
Not a member yet? Join us! Annual membership supports our work in global affairs education.
GROW OUR IMPACT
Give a special gift or upgrade your annual membership to support our community impact.
BE AN AMBASSADOR
Invite friends to join you at events and share your World Affairs experience.
SPECIAL CAMPAIGN OPPORTUNITIES
October 15, 2025, 6:30 pm/reception, 7:30-8:30 pm/program
A CONVERSATION WITH MARK ZANDI
January 29, 2026, 5 pm/reception, 6-7:30 pm /program
#1 New York Times bestselling author and CNN anchor—discussing his latest nonfiction thriller, Race Against Terror: Chasing an Al Qaeda Killer at the Dawn of the Forever War.
Become a member or upgrade by 10/15 to receive up to 2 complimentary tickets.
Gain perspective with Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, on the U.S. economy and the global trends shaping business, policy, and our future.
Become a member at $250+ and receive 2 complimentary tickets and a VIP invite to the private speaker reception.
BE AN AMBASSADOR: SHARE WORLD AFFAIRS
Help grow our community by bringing others along.
Spread the word about World Affairs and our campaign, because your voice makes an impact. Refer the most new members and receive a complimentary Statesman Membership, a $2,500 value.
ENGAGE WITH WORLD AFFAIRS
You’re a member now! What comes next?
Beyond participation in the campaign, we welcome your engagement across all aspects of our work:
VOLUNTEER WITH OUR STUDENTS
Volunteer as a Breakout Facilitator at a middle- or high school global affairs education program and witness our students in action as they role-play delegates, senators, and business leaders.
HOST A PROFESSIONAL EXCHANGES MEETING AT YOUR WORKPLACE
Host a current or emerging foreign leader in your office for a meeting or for a more long-term professional exchange around best practices in your area of expertise.
OR
VOLUNTEER HOST A PROFESSIONAL VISITOR FOR DINNER
Welcome a current or emerging foreign leader to share your dinner table, either at home or at your favorite restaurant, while they visit Philadelphia through professional exchange.
TRAVEL WITH WORLD AFFAIRS
Travel to one of 40 destinations on a World Affairs Council tour and gain exclusive access to behind-the-scenes meetings, expert briefings, and personalized experiences with fellow World Affairs travelers.
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS
Empower our next generation of global leaders.
Contact Maggie Hasani at mhasani@wacphila.org or 267-802-1217.