WACA August 2014 Newsletter

Great stuff in this month’s WACA newsletter. Something for everyone. National Conference – you’re invited; college student scholarship for the conference; and the August ‘Cover to Cover’ author teleconference.

Weekly World News Update, August 6, 2014

Check out the Weekly World News Update for this week. Analysis of the continued conflict in Gaza, Turkey’s upcoming election, relations with Russia, and more. Plus, articles on U.S. foreign policy, communication freedom, global health, and a historical perspective on today’s conflicts.

In Memoriam | Amb Roscoe Suddarth (1935-2013)

The Tennessee World Affairs Council is sad to report the passing on June 29th of Ambassador Roscoe “Rocky” Suddarth, who was raised in Nashville and went on to a distinguished career as a Foreign Service Officer including service as U.S. Ambassador to Jordan. Suddarth’s career took him to many difficult assignments in the Middle East and North Africa during turbulent times in U.S. foreign policy history.

WACA Newsletter – April 2013

The April 2013 newsletter from the National Office of the World Affairs Councils of America. The Tennessee WAC is a member of this 100-strong network of councils that all share the common goals of bringing global awareness programs and resources to our communities.

Event | Nashville Area International Affairs Organizations Networking and Social Mixer – Apr 18

Please join us for a night of great conversation and art at Cummins Station’s unique and vibrant urban community garden. The mixer will bring together members of international organizations with similar interests in promoting education of world affairs, multi-cultural awareness and encouraging international cooperation. Members can network, learn about other organizations and collaborate on future events. Check here for details.

Nashville Predators Give & Go Tickets – Through April 15th

The Nashville Predators hockey team has made available ticket vouchers for games on Monday-Thursday games through April 15th 2013, to the Tennessee World Affairs Council to share with our members and teachers and students involved in our programs in the past or forthcoming events. Each ticket voucher can be redeemed for two tickets on a first come first served basis.

Event | China Seminar: Beyond the Headlines (Live Event/Webcast) | Feb 6

Learn about China “Beyond the Headlines” at this live event and webinar. Former Tennessee Senator and US Ambassador to China James Sasser along with his son, Gray Sasser, member at Frost Brown Todd in Nashville and Belmont adjunct professor of Asian Business and Political Economies provide insights along with a panel of industry professionals.

Event | Celebrate International Human Rights Day!

International Human Rights Day occurs every year to commemorate the ratification of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations on Dec 10, 1948. In Tennessee, Human Rights Day has become a day to reflect and look at lessons learned and battles won, while various human rights groups join forces and commit to creating an even better future. Tennessee will celebrate Human Rights Day on Dec 10, 2012, in Nashville. The day begins at 2pm, with exhibits by area human rights organizations. Then at 4:30, the presentations and awards will begin. Speakers will discuss various human rights topics related to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.