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Event | Human Trafficking Documentary Film Screening | Oct 28
Join us to learn about the scourge of human trafficking as we screen the documentary film “Not My Life” on October 28th. Reception and panel discussion along with the film.
World Affairs Councils National Conference: “Know Your World”
The Tennessee World Affairs Council is a member of the 90+ network of World Affairs Councils of America. As such TN WAC members can participate in many opportunities open to the network. One of these is the annual national conference. Get information on registration, student scholarships, hotel discounts, embassy receptions and more.
High School WorldQuest Program Gets Boost from Cookeville Rotarians
The Tennessee World Affairs Council recently received a donation from the Cookeville Breakfast Rotary club to support the Academic WorldQuest program, which encourages high school students to learn more about the world through competition.
Council Leaders Visit Consul General Kato of Japan
A delegation of Tennessee World Affairs Council board members recently paid a call on Consul-General of Japan Motohiko Kato to update him on the group’s work in global awareness education.
TNWAC Global Update: Syria – “Cumberland Viewpoint” Sep 1
Tennessee World Affairs Council President Patrick Ryan was recently invited to the “Cumberland Viewpoint” radio show in Cookeville to talk about the US foreign policy crisis concerning Syria and reaction to the reported use of chemical weapons against civilians.
Senator Corker on US Global Leadership at Nashville Luncheon
US Senate Bob Corker of Tennessee recently spoke about US global leadership at a luncheon in Nashville. Catch his remarks in this video.
Last Call – Sep 1 Deadline: College Students – National Conference Scholarship Program
The Tennessee World Affairs Council is proud to announce a student scholarship opportunity to attend the 2013 National Conference. TIME SENSITIVE – APPLICATIONS DUE SEP 1, 2014.
Hot Topics | Surveillance and the NSA – Gen. Hayden Conference Call
The World Affairs Councils of America’s “1918 Society” is hosting a “Hot Topics” conference call on Wednesday, August 7 (3:00pm-3:30pm EDT) with former CIA and former NSA director General Michael V. Hayden. The topic is “Understanding Data Surveillance, PRISM and the NSA.” The call is open to members of the WACA “1918 Society.”
Event | “The US and the UN: Friend or Foe?” UN Association
Join the Nashville Chapter of the UN Association for their summer luncheon and lecture, “The U.S. and the United Nations: Friend or Foe,” with Tom Osborne, former ABC News reporter and UN Bureau Chief. The event is set for August 24th, 11:30-1:30 in Nashville.