Our Mission

To educate our community to become well-informed and engaged citizens about critical international issues as they affect the world, nation, and the local region and thus prepare Hampton Roads citizens to thrive in an increasingly complex and challenging world.

Upcoming Events

02

Nov

12th Annual Christopher Newport University German Seminar “A Time to Act” 6:00 PM

In partnership with CNU and Newport News Sister Cities

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18

Nov

Challenging China 7:30 PM

A Webinar conversation with Mr Sam Kaplan , Director Center of Excellence for Global Trade and Supply Chain Management and author of :" Challenging China -- Smart Strategies for Dealing With China in the Xi Jinping Era. Registration details TBA

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Letter from the President

About Us

Welcome to the World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads website. Our aim is to provide you with the information you seek each time you visit. Whether you want to become more aware of international issues; become a member; sponsor a student, high school, or program; register for events; browse our photo gallery; become an intern; or learn more about the World Affairs Council, we are pleased you are here. Explore at your leisure and come back often. It is your world, know it!

Our central theme is education–we aim to promote a broader understanding of issues of global importance. We bring world and corporate leaders and subject matter experts to the region to facilitate a public awareness of key international issues as well as to raise the profile of Hampton Roads among national and international policy makers.

We appreciate your support through membership, donations, and sponsorship. Your contributions help shape future generations of leaders from Hampton Roads and help make the area more attractive to young professionals seeking a vibrant international community to live in.

Thank you for contributing to the growth and development of the Council and our outreach to high schools, colleges, businesses, and the community.

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