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SUMMARY:Patience\, Power\, and Purges: A Closer Look at China's Security Policy
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Under 35\, Diplomat\, and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information will be sent to eligible members on Wednesday\, May 20. \nCCFR is honored to host Brian Hart\, Deputy Director and Fellow of the China Power Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies\, to help us understand China’s security priorities\, the dynamics at play among China’s leadership\, and now\, how China hopes to emerge as a beneficiary of the Iran war. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/patience-power-and-purges-a-closer-look-at-chinas-security-policy/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T174500
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SUMMARY:Nuclear Weapons Policy in a Hot World
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information has been sent to eligible members on Friday\, March 13. \nAfter decades of relatively successful policies of nuclear restraint\, the world is facing new challenges amidst the erosion of important arms control agreements in an increasingly volatile global environment. The war in Ukraine reminded folks why nuclear weapons are seen as powerful deterrents\, but it also illustrated the risks of living in a world where those weapons shape decision-making. The war against Iran has demonstrated that military action\, even when intended to prevent proliferation\, can increase the incentives for a nation to produce nuclear weapons and reduce international visibility into nuclear weapons programs. These conflicts highlight the need for a broad\, balanced approach that recognizes the reality of deterrence in today’s world\, while still prioritizing diplomacy and reducing reliance on nuclear weapons. \nCCFR is honored to host Emma Belcher\, President of Ploughshares\, to help us understand the nuances of nuclear weapons policy\, the convergence of artificial intelligence and nuclear weapons\, and the practical\, tangible ways the world can reduce nuclear risk. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/nuclear-weapons-policy-in-a-hot-world/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T130000
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SUMMARY:Critical Minerals and Chinese Export Controls: Impacts on U.S. business
DESCRIPTION:Join CCWA for a series of webinars focused on current developments in international trade and economics. Designed for a business audience\, but open to all\, webinars will cover the relevant legal and regulatory context\, recent and ongoing developments\, risks and opportunities\, and why this topic is relevant to the Cleveland community. \nNo economic issue has captured more attention from Washington’s political class in the last two years than critical minerals. But the impacts of China’s dominance of critical mineral production and processing extend to companies right here in Northeast Ohio. How will negotiations to secure access to critical minerals – from China or elsewhere – impact Ohio’s supply chains\, and the future of technologies critical to our economy? \nDavid Abraham is the director ofThree Legged Capital and an affiliate professor at Boise State University. David is the author of The Elements of Power: Gadgets\, Guns\, and the Struggle for a Sustainable Future in the Rare Metal Age. \nThis program is the fourth session of a four-part webinar series. Interested in signing up for all four webinar sessions at a discounted rate? Visit the first sessions webpage (click here) to do so! \n\nSession 1\, January 22\, 2026: Tariffs and Trade Agreements: Navigating unprecedented change\nSession 2\, February 26\, 2026: Renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement: The future of trade with our neighbors\nSession 3\, March 26\, 2026: Forced Labor in Global Supply Chains: A rapidly evolving regulatory environment
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/critical-minerals-and-chinese-export-controls-impacts-on-u-s-business/
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CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260628T231413
CREATED:20251203T170136Z
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SUMMARY:Forced Labor in Global Supply Chains: A rapidly evolving regulatory environment
DESCRIPTION:Join CCWA for a series of webinars focused on current developments in international trade and economics. Designed for a business audience\, but open to all\, webinars will cover the relevant legal and regulatory context\, recent and ongoing developments\, risks and opportunities\, and why this topic is relevant to the Cleveland community. \nSome of Northeast Ohio’s most important industries\, including automotive\, aerospace\, and industrial and manufacturing materials\, have been targeted by the U.S. government for enforcement of trade laws banning the import of goods made with forced labor. More than $3.7 billion in goods have been stopped at the U.S. border since the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act went into effect in 2022\, and the Trump Administration has emphasized its intent to continue enforcement. What do Cleveland-area companies need to know about this and similar laws\, and where is this effort headed? \nThis program is the third session of a four-part webinar series. See below for details on the other webinars! \n\nSession 1\, January 22\, 2026: Tariffs and Trade Agreements: Navigating unprecedented change\nSession 2\, February 26\, 2026: Renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement: The future of trade with our neighbors\nSession 4\, April 23\, 2026: Critical Minerals and Chinese Export Controls: Impacts on U.S. business
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/forced-labor-in-global-supply-chains-a-rapidly-evolving-regulatory-environment/
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CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T201500
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SUMMARY:The Use of Force and the Future of International Law
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information has been sent to eligible members on Friday\, March 13. \nThe first few months of 2026 have seen the executive branch of the United States test the limits of its authority to use force against international actors – from the U.S. maritime bombing campaign against suspected drug boats\, to the military incursion into Venezuela\, to significant military action against Iran. Each has raised serious questions about compliance with U.S. domestic law and\, increasingly\, international law as well. \nCCWA is honored to host Tess Bridgeman\, Co-Editor in Chief of Just Security. Her presentation will help us understand the legal framework that governs how and when a President can use military force overseas\, historical precedents\, and the role of Congress. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-future-of-international-law-and-legal-limits/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
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CREATED:20251203T170131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T210123Z
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SUMMARY:Renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement: The future of trade with our neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Join CCWA for a series of webinars focused on current developments in international trade and economics. Designed for a business audience\, but open to all\, webinars will cover the relevant legal and regulatory context\, recent and ongoing developments\, risks and opportunities\, and why this topic is relevant to the Cleveland community. \nCanada is Ohio’s largest trading partner; Mexico is second. In fact\, Ohio sells more goods to Canada than to its next six largest foreign markets combined. As the parties begin mandatory negotiations on the future of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement in 2026\, what might a revised (or discontinued) USMCA mean for Northeast Ohio? \nThis program is the second session of a four-part webinar series. Interested in signing up for all four webinar sessions at a discounted rate? Visit the first sessions webpage (click here) to do so! \n\nSession 1\, January 22\, 2026: Tariffs and Trade Agreements: Navigating unprecedented change\nSession 3\, March 26\, 2026: Forced Labor in Global Supply Chains: A rapidly evolving regulatory environment\nSession 4\, April 23\, 2026: Critical Minerals and Chinese Export Controls: Impacts on U.S. business
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/renegotiation-of-the-us-mexico-canada-trade-agreement-the-future-of-trade-with-our-neighbors/
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CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T201500
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SUMMARY:The U.S. G20 Presidency: Narrowed Focus Amid Sharp Divisions
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information has been sent to eligible members on Monday\, January 12. \nCCWA is honored to host Caitlin Welsh\, director for global economic engagement at the National Security Council from 2018-2020\, to share her insights on this year’s U.S. G20 presidency and what it means for the future of multilateralism. The return of the G20 presidency to the United States follows a period of expansion within the G20\, both in terms of membership as well as agenda items. Thus far\, the U.S. seems intent to redirect the G20 away from its recent development-centered agenda and towards an agenda anchored in economic growth and deregulation. Such a shift raises fundamental questions about the G20’s purpose\, legitimacy\, and effectiveness at a moment when multilateralism itself is increasingly under strain. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-u-s-g20-presidency-narrowed-focus-amid-sharp-divisions/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000
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SUMMARY:Tariffs and Trade Agreements: Navigating unprecedented change
DESCRIPTION:Join CCWA for a series of webinars focused on current developments in international trade and economics. Designed for a business audience\, but open to all\, webinars will cover the relevant legal and regulatory context\, recent and ongoing developments\, risks and opportunities\, and why this topic is relevant to the Cleveland community. \nMany of the assumptions that the world has held about how international trade works have been upended in recent years. The increased use of tariffs has caused many businesses and industries to reevaluate their supply chains and ways of doing business. Cleveland’s economy is inextricably linked to global trade. Cuyahoga and our surrounding counties exported more than $10 billion in goods in 2023\, while more than 800 foreign-owned companies operate in the region. Cleveland’s world-class healthcare\, manufacturing\, and technology industries rely on raw materials and components from Canada\, Mexico\, Germany\, China\, Japan\, and many more. How can Cleveland businesses set themselves up for success in this new age of trade? \nThis program is the first session of a four-part webinar series. Participants can register for each session individually\, or purchase the entire series below. \n\nSession 2\, February 26\, 2026: Renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement: The future of trade with our neighbors\nSession 3\, March 26\, 2026 Forced Labor in Global Supply Chains: A rapidly evolving regulatory environment\nSession 4\, April 23\, 2026: Critical Minerals and Chinese Export Controls: Impacts on U.S. business
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/tariffs-and-trade-agreements-navigating-unprecedented-change/
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CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T174500
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SUMMARY:Reluctant Conquest: America's Relationship with the Arctic
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information will be sent to eligible members on Thursday\, October 30. \nCCWA is honored to host Dr. Kathryn Lavelle\, Ellen and Dixon Long Professor of World Affairs at Case Western Reserve University\, to share her insights on the past\, present\, and future of America’s relationship with the Arctic region. The strategic and economic value of this vast region is on the rise\, as climate change opens up new shipping lanes and increases the potential to exploit the region’s natural resources. Meanwhile\, Russia’s military presence in the Arctic continues to expand – as does as does NATO’s\, thanks to the induction of new members Sweden and Finland. Drawing upon her research for her new book\, Reluctant Conquest: American Wealth\, Power\, and Science in the Arctic\, Dr. Lavelle will outline the long history of the U.S. role in the region\, how the past informs our present limitations and possibilities\, and why Ohioans should be paying attend to the future of Arctic engagement. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/reluctant-conquest-americas-relationship-with-the-arctic/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T201500
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SUMMARY:The Abandonment of Sudan
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information will be sent to eligible members on Thursday\, October 16. \nCCFR is honored to host Ambassador Michelle Gavin\, Ralph Bunche senior fellow for Africa policy studies at the Council on Foreign Relations\, to discuss Sudan’s ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis. Drawing upon her experiences as a former senior director for Africa at the National Security Council\, Ambassador Gavin will explain the national and international dynamics that have fanned the flames of civil war and created one of the world’s most devastating humanitarian crises. She will explore how many of the guard rails established by the rules-based international system have been eroded throughout the conflict\, and what this signals to the international community. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. To join\, renew\, or upgrade your membership\, please click here.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-abandonment-of-sudan/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T173000
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SUMMARY:Examining Global Supply Chains with the Port of Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:This event is exclusively for members of CCWA. Unfortunately\, we have reached capacity for this program. Please email jconnell@ccwa.org to be placed on the wait list. \nCleveland’s economy is inextricably linked to global trade and supply chains. Cuyahoga and our surrounding counties exported more than $10 billion in goods in 2023\, while more than 800 foreign-owned companies operate in the region. Cleveland’s world-class healthcare\, manufacturing\, and technology industries rely on raw materials and components from Canada\, Mexico\, Germany\, China\, Japan\, and many more. And yet\, decades-old assumptions about how international trade works have been upended in the last five years\, first by the supply chain disruptions of the pandemic and then by the rapidly evolving trade policies of the Trump Administration. Join CCWA and the Port of Cleveland as we take a closer look at this issue and what it means for Cleveland. \nThe Port of Cleveland is on the front lines of changes in global supply chains and the impacts of tariffs. CCWA is excited to bring you a behind-the-scenes look at the operation of the port. Following a walking tour of the port facilities\, participants will join a discussion on the state of global supply chains and what this might mean for Cleveland. The roundtable format will invite all participants to join the conversation and share their perspectives and questions about this critical topic.  \nCCWA’s new CEO\, Marti Flacks\, will lend her expertise as moderator of the roundtable. Before joining CCWA\, Marti served as the first Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Supply Chain Center at the U.S. Department of Commerce. She will be joined by the Port of Cleveland Chief Commercial Officer Dave Gutheil; Senior Vice President for Urban Planning & Engagement Linda Sternheimer; and Vice President of Operations and Facilities Jared Magyar.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/examining-global-supply-chains-with-the-port-of-cleveland/
LOCATION:Port of Cleveland\, 1100 W. 9th Street\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44113\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T174500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T201500
DTSTAMP:20260628T231413
CREATED:20250818T151918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T135111Z
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SUMMARY:European Security Under a Shifting World Order
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information has been sent to eligible members. \nCCFR is honored to host Rose Gottemoeller\, William J. Perry Lecturer at Stanford University’s Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies\, to discuss the future of European security. Drawing upon her experiences as the Deputy Secretary General of NATO from 2016 to 2019\, Ms. Gottemoeller will analyze how European nations are being forced to reassess their roles in regard to their national and regional security. She will examine the ways in which Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to inform and influence Europe’s relationship with the U.S.\, and the ramifications of a more isolationist U.S. policy towards the continent. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/european-security-under-a-shifting-world-order/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T201500
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CREATED:20250509T161256Z
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SUMMARY:The 30-Year War: Conflict in Africa's Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is typically exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests\, but for one time only\, all CCWA members are welcome to attend!  \nSince 1996\, multiple waves of conflict have washed over the eastern areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo\, destabilizing the region and leading to the deaths of approximately 6 million people. While local ethnic tensions remain a flashpoint for violence\, the abundance of natural resources and grave human rights violations have globalized this conflict. To protect its mineral mines\, China has supported the Congolese government in the fight against rebel groups. Despite the need for regional stability amidst a staggering number of internally displaced people and millions more who suffer from food insecurity\, the role of international security forces has remained inconsistent and controversial. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is honored to host Mvemba Phezo Dizolele\, senior fellow and director of the Africa Center at the Center for Strategic and International Studies\, to discuss the prolonged conflict at the heart of Africa’s Great Lakes region\, the forces shaping it\, and the road ahead. \nAre you a CCWA member interested in attending? Please email Jacob Connell at jconnell@ccwa.org. Diplomat and Ambassador members may register as normal via the link emailed directly to them. Registration will close at 5:00pm on Thursday\, May 29. \nPlease note that due to unforeseen complications with the Mr. Dizolele’s schedule\, this program has been rescheduled to June 4\, 2025.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-30-year-war-conflict-in-africas-great-lakes/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260628T231413
CREATED:20250320T222826Z
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SUMMARY:A Symposium on Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) is honored to take part in the Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival: Reconciliation in partnership with The Cleveland Orchestra. This year’s festival examines how reconciliation shapes relationships\, societies\, and cultures—highlighting its challenges\, triumphs\, and enduring relevance in a fractured world. \nWe hope you will join us for a thought-provoking morning of dialogue on immigration\, reconciliation\, and their impact on our Cleveland community. The program will feature two discussions. The first\, curated by Global Cleveland\, will explore Cleveland’s immigrant history and contributions. Then\, after a special musical interlude performed by Cleveland Orchestra musicians\, CCWA will host a panel discussion on reconciliation through the lens of international peace processes. A continental breakfast will be served.  \nCCWA is proud to present Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley\, Michael Scharf\, and Milena Sterio for a panel discussion about the lessons that can be learned on reconciliation from international peace processes. To register\, please visit this link. \nAmbassador Abercrombie-Winstanley is a nonresident senior fellow at the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative of the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs and at the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. Throughout her career\, Ambassador Abercrombie-Winstanley has held senior positions in the Department of Defense\, National Security Council\, and the State Department\, including serving as the U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Malta.  \nMichael Scharf currently serves as the President of the American Branch of the International Law Association\, as well as the Associate Dean for Global Legal Studies and Joseph C. Hostetler — BakerHostetler Professor of Law at Case Western Reserve University’s School of Law. Before becoming a law professor 30 years ago\, Scharf served in the Office of the Legal Adviser of the U.S. Department of State\, where he held the positions of Attorney-Adviser for Law Enforcement and Intelligence\, Attorney-Adviser for United Nations Affairs and delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Commission. \nMilena Sterio is a law professor specializing in international law\, international criminal law\, and human rights. She currently teaches and serves as LLM Programs Director at Cleveland State University’s College of Law. She is the Managing Director at the Public International Law and Policy Group\, and has worked around the world\, in Sudan\, Jordan\, Turkey\, and Bangladesh\, among others.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/symposium-on-reconciliation/
LOCATION:Severance Music Center\, 11001 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44106\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of AI and National Security
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. \nThe United States faces a rapidly evolving geopolitical and security landscape that demands a refocusing of the U.S. defense agenda. The rise of artificial intelligence and advanced cyber technologies has greatly changed geopolitical calculations\, particularly in regard to competition with China. The ability to harness artificial intelligence is critically important for protecting U.S. interests at home and abroad. How has the emergence of artificial intelligence altered the nature of threats to national security? How must the U.S. military and defense industry adapt and modernize to meet these threats? \nCCFR is honored to host Melanie Sisson\, senior fellow in the Strobe Talbott Center for Security\, Strategy\, and Technology at The Brookings Institution\, to discuss the growing importance of artificial intelligence and other advanced technology\, specifically as it relates to technological competition between the U.S. and China. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-intersection-of-ai-and-national-security/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:The Global Economic Outlook for 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. Please email jconnell@ccwa.org to be placed on a waiting list. \nThe Cleveland Council on World Affairs is hosting a private\, members-only luncheon with Michael Weidokal\, Founder and Executive Director of International Strategic Analysis (ISA). To kick off the luncheon conversation\, Mr. Weidokal will provide a brief analysis of his 2025 global economic forecast before opening up to guest questions in an open dialogue format. \nMichael Weidokal’s ability to combine international economics\, geopolitics\, and history allows him to have a unique perspective on global developments. His areas of expertise include the fields of international economic competitiveness\, global market selection\, and geopolitical risk assessment.  Over the course of his career\, Mr. Weidokal has worked with a number of major professional services firms and multinational organizations\, helping them to develop models of maximizing the benefits while minimizing the risks of doing business in international markets. In 2003\, he founded International Strategic Analysis (ISA)\, and his firm quickly became the leading provider of country intelligence\, economic forecasting\, and international market studies for a range of clients around the world\, including Amazon\, Lockheed Martin\, Ford\, Siemens\, and FedEx. \nMr. Weidokal has regularly spoken at CCWA\, and this private luncheon format has previously been very successful. CCWA is pleased to offer its members this unique opportunity. \nDate: April 1\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM \nLocation: Parlor Room 9\, The Union Club of Cleveland\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44115 \nFormat: This is a private\, members-only luncheon roundtable. Mr. Weidokal will share his outlook for the global economy in 2025 and engage in dialogue with guests\, answering questions about specific industries and countries. \nFood: Attendees will select from a limited a la carte menu. \nParking: Street parking and public lots/garages nearby. The Union Club also offers cash-only valet parking. \nWith questions\, please contact Jacob Connell at jconnell@ccwa.org.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/global-economic-outlook/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Critical Minerals: How They Shape U.S. Policy
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. \nGeopolitical tension and conflict have driven the evolution of critical minerals policies in the U.S. for nearly a century. Today\, building resilient supply chains for critical minerals is one of the few issues that receives significant bipartisan support. Policymakers face the immense task of fortifying supplies of everything from lithium and graphite for advanced batteries to tungsten and rare earth elements for the next generation of military technologies. What are the policy decisions that can help the U.S. safeguard its critical minerals supply chains? Is it possible to secure these supply chains without ignoring or disrupting other aspects of U.S. foreign policy? \nCCFR is honored to host Gracelin Baskaran\, director of the Critical Minerals Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies\, to discuss the growing importance of critical minerals\, their supply chains\, and how they are influencing the future of U.S. foreign policy. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/critical-minerals-how-they-shape-u-s-policy/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T201500
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SUMMARY:(Re)Organized Crime in Latin America
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. \nOrganized\, transnational crime has become arguably the most important security threat to democratic governance in Latin America. As corruption and violence spread\, citizens become more and more willing to accept a tough-on-crime authoritarian leader. While some Latin American democracies have effectively contained threats from the military\, insurgents\, and oligopolists\, there has yet to be a case of a state truly defeating organized crime. What are the unique challenges that organized crime presents\, and why do these democracies lack a blueprint for effectively combating it?  \nCCFR is honored to host Will Freeman\, a fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations\, to discuss the evolving nature of organized crime in Latin America\, the challenges of combating it\, and the integral role of the United States. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/reorganized-crime-in-latin-america/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230426T133000
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CREATED:20221215T163735Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons from the Edge: Ukraine in Crisis | A Luncheon Event
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting on the events that led to her removal as U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine in 2019\, Marie “Masha” Yovanovitch has a stark but hopeful story to tell of the dedication of foreign service officers and her own career. Moving up through the ranks of the State Department\, Yovanovitch leveraged her intelligence and work ethic to arrive at the post of Ambassador to Ukraine in 2016. Her endeavors to encourage democracy\, support anti-corruption efforts\, and advance U.S. interests and values in Ukraine no doubt left a lasting impression that continues to inform the policies of a country now under direct military attack. Please join us for a special luncheon and book signing event with the ambassador. \nBooks will be available at the event for purchase through a partnership with Visible Voice Books. Please consider pre-ordering your book as 15% of proceeds from pre-sales will be donated to Cleveland Council on World Affairs. To order your book in advance\, please click here.  \n—
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/lessons-from-the-edge-ukraine-in-crisis-a-luncheon-event-with-amb-maria-yovanovitch/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230411T193000
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CREATED:20230313T194327Z
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SUMMARY:How the UN is Tackling Global Crises: An Insider's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:The world has always been managing crises. From armed conflict to climate change and pandemics\, the United Nations is the place where the international community gathers to attempt to solve them. Effective communication about these challenges and the responses to them is one of the keys to global cooperation. The United Nations’ top communications official will be in Ohio to engage with local communities. \nJoin us at CCWA to hear from Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications\, Melissa Fleming. She will explain the role of the United Nations\, show how it is working to improve lives across the globe\, and make a case for why Ohio and the United Nations are natural partners in the fight against climate change\, disinformation\, inequality and other pressing challenges. She will also share stories from her personal journey\, which has taken her from New York\, Geneva and Vienna\, to emergency situations and refugee camps throughout the world. Melissa Fleming is a TED speaker\, the author of the book\, A Hope More Powerful than the Sea\, and the host of the award-winning UN podcast\, Awake at Night.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/melissafleming/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230314T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230314T193000
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SUMMARY:International Women of Courage: Honoring the 2023 Awardees
DESCRIPTION:The International Women of Courage Award given by the U.S. Secretary of State recognizes extraordinary women from around the world who have demonstrated exceptional courage\, strength\, and leadership in advocating for peace\, justice\, human rights\, gender equity\, and the empowerment of women and girls\, in all their diversity\, often at great personal risk and sacrifice. Since the inception of the International Women of Courage Award in March 2007\, the U.S. Department of State has recognized more than 170 women from over 80 countries. \nOn March 14\, 2023\, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs will welcome two of the 2023 honorees to share their stories and help us mark International Women’s Day by recognizing the incredible work that they are leading in their respective countries. \nProfessor Danièle Darlan\, the former President of the Central African Republic’s Constitutional Court\, has earned the title of an International Woman of Courage for her defense of her nation’s constitution\, her heroism in safeguarding judicial independence\, and her refusal to be influenced by threats or political pressure. \nSenator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi has spent most of her professional life advancing and promoting human rights\, selflessly advocating for vulnerable populations and using her platforms to shed light on injustices in Malaysian society.  Ras Adiba also became a national Paralympic sharpshooter and earned a spot in the Malaysian Book of Records for ‘wheeling’ 420km in 13 days from Johor Bharu to Putrajaya in her wheelchair. \nPlease note that the event will be partially in French with English interpretation. \nThis event is sold out. 
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/internationalwomenofcourage2023/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230216T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230216T193000
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SUMMARY:From Tires to Technology: How Goodyear is Shaping an Evolving World of Transportation
DESCRIPTION:(As the CEO of a multinational corporation\, Rich Kramer is leading The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company through an evolution of mobility and transportation that is taking place around the globe.  From its world headquarters here in Northeast Ohio\, Goodyear has continuously reinvented its business during its 125-year history to adapt to the conditions and challenges of our interconnected world. In his discussion\, Kramer will elaborate on how and why Goodyear has grown from a tire company to a technology company driving innovation a new world of transportation. This event is made possible through the generosity of the Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum on International Business. \nRegistration for this event is now closed.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/from-tires-to-technology-how-goodyear-is-shaping-an-evolving-world-of-transportation-with-ceo-rich-kramer/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Foreign Policy Forum,Public Forum,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230118T193000
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SUMMARY:Spotlight on the Environment: Debriefing COP27 and the Global Water Crisis
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations Climate Conference (COP27 ) held in Sharm el-Sheik in November 2022 resulted in a landmark agreement to develop a dedicated fund to assist developing countries in responding to loss and damage that may result from climate change. A delegation of Cleveland leaders traveled to Egypt to participate in the conference and witness the process. They will share their experience and observations about global climate change negotiations. \nMichael Jeans is the CEO of Growth Opportunity Partners. Stephen Love is the Cleveland Foundation’s program director for Environmental Initiatives.  John Mitterholzer is the Gund Foundation’s program director for Climate and Environmental Justice. \nIn addition\, Jeff Opperman\, Global Freshwater Lead Scientist for the World Wildlife Fund\, will address the looming global water crisis in the context of international efforts on climate change\, including the COP27 process. \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund. \nLocation: The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave. Cleveland\, Ohio 44115. \nParking: Parking at the Union Club is $10 for valet service. Additional parking options include other lots in the downtown area and street parking. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation. \nRegister below:  \n\n \nForeign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines \nIn light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the health and safety of our members\, speakers\, and staff remain a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. \nWe ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by: \nRefraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you: \n\nHave had recent contact with an infected person\nAre experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell\n\nMaintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications. \nContinuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment. \nAgreeing to comply with requests\, such as masking\, if necessary\, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19. \nQuestions? Contact Amy Moniot\, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/spotlight-on-the-environment-debriefing-the-cop-27-and-global-water-crisis/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221109T193000
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SUMMARY:Denuclearizing the Peninsula? Strategic Outlook for the U.S. and South Korea
DESCRIPTION:The Republic of Korea has been a strategic U.S. military and economic ally since the 1950s. With regional tensions with China at an all-time high\, a new Korean President since May\, and global trade experiencing massive disruption\, what does the future of the strategic U.S.-Korea relationship look like? And how might they jointly\, or multilaterally\, continue to thwart the threats from ongoing missile tests and nuclear program development from the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK)? \nTo examine this question\, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) will host a delegation including representatives from the Korea Economic Institute\, the Korean Embassy and the U.S. Department of State. Ms. Hannah Cha \, a Cleveland native who currently serves as the DPRK Unit Chief in the Office of Korea-Mongolia Affairs\, will represent the State Department. She previously served as a Political Officer overseeing the DPRK portfolio at the U.S. Embassy Seoul\, following a one-year diplomatic exchange at the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in their Bureau of Public Diplomacy. Dr. Clint Work\, Director of Academic Affairs\, will represent the Korea Economic Institute of America (KEI). \nCCWA has been selected for the “Engage America: Future of Korea 2022” project\, a partnership between the World Affairs Councils of America and the Korea Economic Institute (KEI). KEI’s Future of Korea is an outreach program that strengthens interest in U.S.-Korea relations with community members\, business leaders\, and students outside of the DC metropolitan area. KEI hosts a series annually with leading local World Affairs Councils throughout the United States. \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund. \nLocation: Residence Inn by Marriott-   527 Prospect Ave E\, Cleveland\, OH 44115.  \nParking: The Residence Inn valet parking stand is located at 527 Prospect Ave E. Additional parking options include the Arena Stadium Parking located at 522 Prospect Ave E. or the Euclid Prospect Gateway Garage located at 708 Prospect Ave E.  \nRegistration: Register is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot with any questions at amoniot@ccwa.org or call 216 255 9006. \n  \n  \nForeign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines \nIn light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the health and safety of our members\, speakers\, and staff remain a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. \nWe ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by: \n\n\n\nRefraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:\n\nHave had recent contact with an infected person\nAre experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell\n\n\nMaintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.\nContinuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.\nAgreeing to comply with requests\, such as masking\, if necessary\, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Amy Moniot\, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/engage-america-future-of-korea-2022/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Prosperity and Peace: A Hopeful Future for the Abraham Accords
DESCRIPTION:Significant moves in both diplomatic and economic relationships are already bearing fruit after the historic signing in September 2020 of the Abraham Accords to jointly normalize relations between Israel\, Bahrain\, and the United Arab Emirates. In the two years since the first signing\, four additional Arab countries have signed on to the Accords. Moreover\, other players in the region have gained the confidence needed to strengthen regional trade agreements and commercial ties. As one of the principal architects of the Accords\, Robert Greenway\, former deputy assistant to the president and senior director of Middle East and North Africa Affairs on the National Security Council\, will share how the benefits derived from the Abraham Accords could provide future stability\, security\, and economic growth for the entire region. \n  \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund. \nLocation: The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44115. \nParking: Parking at the Union Club is $10 for valet service. Additional parking options include other lots in the downtown area and street parking\, if parking restrictions are not in place. Car services\, such as Uber and Lyft\, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation\, including the RTA. \nRegistration: Please register below. \nRegistration is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006 with questions. \nForeign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines \nIn light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the health and safety of our members\, speakers\, and staff remain a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. \nWe ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by: \n\n\n\nRefraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:\n\nHave had recent contact with an infected person\nAre experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell\n\n\nMaintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.\nContinuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.\nAgreeing to comply with requests\, such as masking\, if necessary\, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Amy Moniot\, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/prosperity-and-peace-a-hopeful-future-for-the-abraham-accords/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Can the U.S. Reset the Agenda with Latin America?
DESCRIPTION:The Summit of the Americas\, hosted in San Diego in June\, brought about tense interactions between the U.S. and our hemispheric neighbors to the south. Debate about the guestlist\, threats of boycott\, and challenges to the agenda were just a few of the reasons many felt the gathering did not accomplish as much as it could have.  Ambassador McKinley will argue that a wholesale reset of the relationship between the U.S. and the rest of the Americas is in order. With the recent elections of several leftist leaders in Latin America and increasing Chinese investment seen by these leaders as a solution to ongoing economic woes\, Ambassador McKinley will warn that the time to reframe the relationship and set the groundwork for productive cooperation moving forward is now. \nAmbassador P. Michael McKinley is Senior Adviser in the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. A four-time ambassador to Peru\, Colombia\, Afghanistan and Brazil\, his 37-year career as a diplomat covered issues in development\, trade\, and peace negotiations. He also oversaw refugee resettlement programs for populations in Africa\, Europe\, and Latin America from 2001-2004. Ambassador McKinley is the recipient of numerous honors and awards\, including State Department Distinguished Honor Awards and Presidential Performance Awards. \n  \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund. \nLocation: The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44115. \nParking: Parking at the Union Club is $10 for valet service. Additional parking options include other lots in the downtown area and street parking\, if parking restrictions are not in place. Car services\, such as Uber and Lyft\, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation\, including the RTA. \nRegistration: Registration for this program is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot with any questions at amoniot@ccwa.org or call 216 255 9006. \nForeign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines \nIn light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic\, the health and safety of our members\, speakers\, and staff remain a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. \nWe ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by: \n\n\n\nRefraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:\n\nHave had recent contact with an infected person\nAre experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell\n\n\nMaintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.\nContinuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.\nAgreeing to comply with requests\, such as masking\, if necessary\, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Amy Moniot\, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/can-the-u-s-reset-the-agenda-with-latin-america/
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SUMMARY:Art and International Cooperation: The Bridges that Cleveland Helps Build
DESCRIPTION:In a world where conflicts most often make our news headlines\, the connections that art can create across countries and cultures are perhaps more vital than ever. These connections are multifaceted: sometimes art creates space for unique international partnerships to flourish\, sometimes music transcends conflict in ways than no diplomatic effort could\, and sometimes art simply brings people together across cultures. Artistic connectivity is very rich in large global cities. International connections through art are also happening here in Cleveland in ways that expand our horizons and enrich our cultural experience. The Cleveland Council on World Affairs will be hosting a panel discussion on the various ways and art forms that serve as bridges between Cleveland and wonderful places on the other side of the globe. \nSpeakers in this dynamic panel discussion include André Gremillet\, President and CEO of The Cleveland Orchestra; Heather Lemonedes Brown\, Chief Curator of The Cleveland Museum of Art; Yaron Kohlberg\, President of Piano Cleveland; and international pianist\, Bishara Haroni. \nThis program is a partnership between the Cleveland Council on World Affairs and Cleveland Piano. It will feature a brief musical performance by Duo Amal\, formed by Israeli-Palestinian pianists Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni. \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students $5. \nLocation: The Glick Recital Hall\, The Music Settlement at University Circle\, 11125 Magnolia Dr.\nCleveland\, OH 44106. \nParking: Parking for The Music Settlement is located behind the main building\, accessible via Mistletoe Drive. Additional parking options include other lots in the area and street parking. Car services\, such as Uber and Lyft\, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation\, including the RTA. \nRegistration: Register for this event below. With questions\, contact our office at 216.781.3730 \nPlease review our updated COVID-19 Guide to participating in Foreign Policy Forums for our COVID policies\, including information about masking and proof of vaccination.\n\nREGISTRATION \n\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Please Contact us with questions by phone (216) 781-3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org. \nCCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nForeign Policy Forum COVID-19 Protocol Update March 2022 \nIn light of the evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic\, we are amending our health security measures as we continue in-person programming. \nAs of March 23\, 2022\, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs will make the following changes to our Foreign Policy Forum COVID-policies. \nProof of vaccination or negative test \n\nAll guests must show either proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result upon entry to the event.\n“Fully vaccinated” means that an individual has received BOTH a full course of the first CDC or WHO approved vaccine.\nThose guests who cannot be vaccinated must provide proof of a negative test result received from a completed lab-certified antigen COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to entering the event or a negative test result received from a completed PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours prior to entering the venue. The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test (the version requiring a virtual appointment) is an acceptable option. More information about COVID-19 testing is available on local or state Department of Health websites.\nGuests may present proof of vaccination or negative test on paper or a smartphone.\n\nMasking and Social Distancing Options \n\nMasks are optional during Foreign Policy Forums\nPractice social distancing\, as you feel comfortable\nAdvance ticket purchases are required; No walk-ins allowed\nCredit card payment only\n\nStay home if ill \nGuests who have been exposed to COVID-19 and/or are experiencing symptoms are asked to remain at home and contact us to request a refund. \nContact us \nPlease contact us with any questions or concerns by phone (216) 781-3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org. \nThese guidelines are implemented at CCWA’s Foreign Policy Forum programs. Information about CCWA’s COVID protocols for our global education programs and other events\, please contact our office.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/art-and-international-cooperation/
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SUMMARY:The Indo-Pacific “Quad:” Key Concepts and Prospects for the Region
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThe quadrilateral coalition of India\, Australia\, Japan\, and the United States\, often dubbed “The Quad” of the Indo-Pacific region\, met at the White House in September 2021 for their first in-person discussions. Brookings Institution India Project Director\, Dr. Tanvi Madan will join CCWA in February to discuss the purpose and prospects of this alliance\, with a focus on  India’s interest in the Quad\, and its implications for the future of the region. \nThis Forum is the annual Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum. Established in 2020\, the annual Dr. Raj and Karen Aggarwal Forum is an endowed speaker program that supports the organization of an annual public lecture program that will address in alternate years a topic related to the Republic of India and one related to International Business. The Cleveland Council on World Affairs makes this annual program open to the public as part of its Foreign Policy Forum series. \nSchedule: \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: This webinar is free\, but advance registration is required. \nLocation: Due to Brookings Institution travel restrictions\, this forum will be conducted via Zoom Webinar. \nRegistration: Registration for this event is now closed. With questions\, please contact Amy Moniot (amoniot@ccwa.org). \n\n\nCCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation. \n 
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-indo-pacific-quad-key-concepts-and-prospects-for-the-region/
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SUMMARY:The 2022 Global Economic Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Despite continued recovery from the pandemic in 2021\, the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank forecast that output in 2022 will be far below pre-pandemic projections. Moreover\, the recovery has been very uneven\, largely reflecting strong rebounds in certain major economies. Whereas in many developing economies\, poverty rates have risen\, and debt levels are high. As a result\, the global outlook remains subject to significant downside risks\, including the possibility of additional COVID-19 surges and financial stress due to debt burdens. \nJoin us for our first Foreign Policy Forum of 2022 with Michael Wiedokal\, Founder and Executive Director of International Strategic Analysis (ISA). ISA provides country intelligence\, economic forecasting and international market studies for many of the world’s leading companies. Mr. Wiedokal will provide his thoughts on economic performance in 2021 and his forecast for the global economy in 2022. \nJanuary 2022 Update: In light of the current surge in COVID-19 cases in Cuyahoga County\, there will be no pre-forum reception (ticket price reduced accordingly). The program will start at 6:00pm. We ask that guests plan to arrive at 5:45pm to allow for check-in per CCWA’s new health security measures\, including proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test.  Please review updated COVID-19 Guide to participating in Foreign Policy Forums.  \nSchedule: \n5:45 PM Arrival and Check-in \n(Please review updated COVID-19 Guide to participating in Foreign Policy Forums.) \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $20; Members $10; Students free. \nLocation: The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44115. \nParking: Parking at the Union Club is $10 for valet service. Additional parking options include other lots in the downtown area and street parking\, if parking restrictions are not in place. Car services\, such as Uber and Lyft\, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation\, including the RTA. \nRegistration for this event is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot at amoniot@ccwa.org with any questions. \n\n\nCCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nGuide to participating in Foreign Policy Forums \nUpdated January 1\, 2022 \n  \nIn light of the current surge in COVID-19 cases in Cuyahoga County\, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs is enacting additional health security measures – as of January 2022 – to allow us to continue in-person programming. \nFollowing the recommendations of public health officials\, CCWA Foreign Policy Forums will be held in accordance with the following: \nProof of vaccination or negative test \nAll guests must show either proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result upon entry to the event. \n\n“Fully vaccinated” means that an individual has received the full course of a CDC or WHO approved vaccine.\nGuests who cannot be vaccinated must provide proof of a negative test result received from a completed PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours prior to the event or proof of a negative test result received from a completed lab-certified antigen COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test (the version requiring a virtual appointment) is an acceptable option.\nMore information about COVID-19 testing is available on local or state Department of Health websites.\nGuests may present proof of vaccination or negative test on paper or a smartphone.\n\nMasks required at all times \n\nMasks are required during Foreign Policy Forums\nMasks are to follow CDC guidelines as to both type and proper usage\nPlease wear your mask immediately upon entering the Union Club\n\nSocial distancing \n\nPlease practice social distancing\, as appropriate\nSeating will be limited and spaced out\nAdvance ticket purchases are required; No walk-ins allowed\nCredit card payment only\n\nBy participating in CCWA Foreign Policy Forums\, all guests confirm they have NOT:   \n\nExperienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours\nBeen in contact with anyone who has been diagnosed over the last 48 hours with COVID-19\nBeen contacted by a public health authority within the last 14 days\, due to having been in contact with an individual infected with COVID-19\nBeen directed to quarantine by a physician or public health authority\nTested positive for\, or been diagnosed with\, COVID-19 within the last 10 days and / or not received clearance from a physician to discontinue isolation\n\nIf anyone responds YES to any of these\, or if you are not feeling well or have concerns about attending\, please call the office at (216) 781 3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org. We will be happy to offer a refund or exchange your ticket for another forum. \nContact us \nPlease contact us with any questions or concerns by phone (216) 781 3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-2022-global-economic-outlook/
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SUMMARY:The United States and an Evolving Europe: Transatlantic Ties 2021-2022
DESCRIPTION:With federal elections in Germany in September 2021 and presidential elections in France in May 2022\, the European political landscape is evolving just as the Biden Administration is seeking to rebuild and revitalize the transatlantic relationship. The transatlantic agenda is vast\, including issues of common interest such as climate change\, cybersecurity\, defense\, and trade. However\, domestic political trends in Europe and in the United States continue to impact U.S.-EU cooperation.  The withdrawal from Afghanistan will also have a lasting impact on how the U.S. and its European allies and partners work together. Rachel Ellehuus\, Deputy Director for the Europe\, Russia\, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies\, will offer her insights into the current state of the transatlantic alliance. \nSchedule: \n5:30 PM Reception \n6:00 PM Program begins \n6:45 PM Q&A \n7:15 PM Program concludes \nAdmission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students $5. \nLocation: The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44115. \nParking: Parking at the Union Club is $10 for valet service. Additional parking options include other lots in the downtown area and street parking\, if parking restrictions are not in place. Car services\, such as Uber and Lyft\, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking\, biking\, or public transportation\, including the RTA. \nRegistration: Register for this event below. With questions\, contact our office at 216.282.1041. \n\n \n  \nCCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-united-states-and-an-evolving-europe-transatlantic-ties-2021-2022/
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