CCWA

Centennial Civic Forum
2023-06-08 13:00 - 18:00 UTC | Marriott Key Tower, 1360 W Mall Dr., Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
The results of the 2021 Global Cities Report by A.T. Kearney, a global consulting firm, showed that the cities with the greatest global connectivity were best positioned for post-pandemic recovery because their international character and connections increased their resiliency and helped these cities rebuild and adapt to a changed environment.
This forum’s purpose is to deepen our shared understanding of how being a globally connected city benefits Cleveland across sectors, and to discuss opportunities to strengthen our international engagement. CCWA will develop an “outcome document” containing key takeaways from the collective wisdom.
The event will include opening remarks, civic sector breakout sessions, community discussion and a keynote address.
Civic sector breakout sessions will include a moderated panel discussion with sector leaders and community members in the following areas:
Arts & Culture, with Marcie Goodman, Executive Director, Cleveland International Film Festival; William Griswold, Director and President, Cleveland Museum of Art; Jeremy Johnson, President and CEO, Assembly for the Arts; Tony F. Sias, President and CEO, Karamu House; Sarah Spinner Liska, Managing Director, FRONT International; moderated by Jill Paulsen, Executive Director, Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
Business & Infrastructure Assets, with Joe Cimperman, President, Global Cleveland; William Friedman, President and CEO, Port of Cleveland; Dennis Kramer, Airport Director, Hopkins International Airport; Mindy McLaughlin, Managing Director, Global Business Development, Team NEO; Baiju Shah, President and CEO, Greater Cleveland Partnership; moderated by Bethia Burke, President, Fund for Our Economic Future
Human Capital, with Ashley Basile Oeken, President, Engage! Cleveland; Dr. Michael Baston, President, Cuyahoga Community College; Eric Gordon, CEO, Cleveland Metropolitan School District; Anelize Nader, Deputy Director, Refugee Response; moderated by Victor Ruiz, Executive Director, Esperanza
Wellbeing & Environment, with Rich Cochran, President and CEO, Western Reserve Land Conservancy; Dr. James Misak, Medical Director, MetroHeath Institute for H.O.P.E.; Joyce Pan Huang, Director of Planning, City of Cleveland; Brian Zimmerman, CEO, Cleveland Metroparks; moderated by Grant Goodrich, Executive Director, Great Lakes Energy Institute, CWRU
This event is free and open to all in the greater Cleveland community.
Online Pre-Registration is now closed. Walk-in Registration will begin at 12:30pm on Thursday, June 8 at the Marriott Key Tower.

Dinner Hosting: Professional Fellows Program
2023-05-27
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange fellows for dinner on Saturday, May 27. The fellows are from India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and will be in Cleveland for month-long fellowships with local nonprofits and government agencies. Given Memorial Day weekend, there is flexiblity for alternate hosting dates or inviting one or two fellows to join you on Memorial Day.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

CCWA Centennial Open House & Day of Giving
2023-05-19 | 812 Huron Rd E. Suite 620, 812 HURON RD E, 620, CLEVELAND, OH, 44115, United States
It’s time to celebrate! The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) was founded in 1923, which means that this year we are turning 100 years old. Join us as we celebrate this milestone birthday!
The Cleveland Council on World Affairs is commemorating this momentous occasion with a very special birthday party: CCWA’s Centennial Open House and Day of Giving. On May 19, 2023, please consider making a birthday donation to CCWA in celebration of our 100 years. Then, head downtown to our office for some cake, balloons, and international birthday songs! The office will be open from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, where staff will be happy to provide a tour of our recently renovated space. A slideshow of photos from our first century will be featured all day, and a historical CCWA film will be shown at noon.
This celebration is an opportunity for you to ensure that our programs can continue to encourage the Cleveland community’s engagement in world affairs. It is also an important opportunity for us to gather together and celebrate our 100th birthday with all of you who have made it possible!

Professional Development Workshop for Educators: Global Education and Experiential Learning
2023-05-16 12:30 - 15:30 UTC | ESC of Northeast Ohio, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
The Cleveland Council of World Affairs and the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio are collaborating to support educators who teach global issues and current events in classrooms with a new experiential learning opportunity – a Diplomacy Simulation.
The Diplomacy Simulation engages participants in learning how negotiations work within a diplomatic context. The workshop is for middle and high school educators in Social Studies, History, ELA, Media Literacy, World Languages, or anyone interested in global education and international studies.
Participants in this session will:

Use negotiations, consensus-building, and diplomacy to solve a global problem
Learn how Diplomacy Simulations build skills in critical thinking, teamwork, and collaboration
Learn about CCWA’s Global Education resources for your classroom

All participants will receive 2.5 contact hours for educator license renewal.
To register, please visit the ESC of Northeast Ohio website here.

Dinner Hosting: Towards a More Safe and Secure World
2023-05-13 17:30 - 20:00 UTC
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on May 13.
Participants are in Cleveland on an exchange project called Towards a More Safe and Secure World – Cooperative Efforts in Combating Transnational Crime. Participants are from the UAE, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Libya, Lebanon, and Jordan. This project is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Interantional Visitors Leadership Program.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Maria Garcia-Olalla at mgarciaolalla@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

Dinner Hosting: Professional Fellows Program
2023-05-13
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange fellows for dinner on Saturday, May 13. The fellows are from India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and will be in Cleveland for month-long fellowships with local nonprofits and government agencies.
We are also seeking hosts for the same group on Saturday, May 27 (Memorial Day weekend) as another optional hosting date.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

Young Professionals Networking Event
2023-05-11 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Collision Bend Brewing Company, 1250 Old River Road, Cleveland, OH, 44113
The Cleveland Council on World Affairs’ Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC) invites you to connect with other globally-minded young professionals. There will be appetizers available with a cash bar.
YPAC is a body of young professionals who support the work of CCWA in its efforts to engage young professionals and students in our programming. YPAC members do this by providing program feedback and insight to the board and staff of CCWA, leading coordination of young professional events, and serving as community ambassadors for CCWA and its programs.
To learn more about YPAC and meet current members, click here.
Location: Collision Bend Brewing Company, 1250 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
Registration: Registration for this event has closed. Walk-ins are welcomed.

Dinner Hosting: Renewable Energy
2023-05-06 17:30 - 20:00 UTC
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on May 6.
Participants are in Cleveland on an exchange project called Renewable Energy. Participants are from Turkmenistan. This project is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Interantional Visitors Leadership Program.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Maria Garcia-Olalla at mgarciaolalla@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

Dinner Hosting: Countering Holocaust Denial and Antisemitism to Combat Hate
2023-04-28 17:30 - 20:00 UTC
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on April 28.
Participants are in Cleveland on an exchange project called Countering Holocaust Denial and Antisemitism to Combat Racism & Identity-Based Hate. Participants are from Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. This project is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Interantional Visitors Leadership Program.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Maria Garcia-Olalla at mgarciaolalla@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

Lessons from the Edge: Ukraine in Crisis | A Luncheon Event
2023-04-26 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Detroit) | The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
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.
Books 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.
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Dinner Hosting: Journalists from Cameroon
2023-04-16
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on Sunday, April 16. The participants are journalists and media experts from Cameroon who are in Cleveland on an exchange project called “Countering Disinformation.”
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

How the UN is Tackling Global Crises: An Insider's Perspective
2023-04-11 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
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.
Join 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.

Cleveland International Film Festival: Freedom on Fire
2023-03-25 14:00 - 16:30 UTC | Allen Theatre Complex, 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
The Cleveland Council on World Affairs is honored to partner with the Cleveland International Film Festival in the showing of Freedom on Fire: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom. Join us in experiencing this groundbreaking documentary, which can be screened at the Allen Theatre on Saturday, March 25, or streamed online from April 2 through April 9, 2023. The film follows the war in Ukraine from a ground-level view, focusing largely on the experiences of average citizens as they live through the 2022 invasion. It explores both the vast destruction and inspiring recovery, while also portraying the Russian totalitarianism that led to the war. From Oscar and Emmy-nominated director Evgeny Afineevsky, and narrated by Hellen Mirren, Freedom on Fire delivers an intimate and stirring look at the Ukrainian people’s effort to defend their freedom.
To purchase tickets, and to learn more about to the Cleveland International Film Festival, click here. Use the code CCWA to receive a discount on your ticket.

International Women of Courage: Honoring the 2023 Awardees
2023-03-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
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.
On 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.
Professor 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.
Senator 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.
Please note that the event will be partially in French with English interpretation.
This event is sold out.

Dinner Hosting: NGO Management
2023-03-11 17:30 - 20:00 UTC
CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on March 11.
Participants are in Cleveland on an exchange project called NGO Management. Participants are from ten different countries from around the world. This project is part of the U.S. Department of State’s Interantional Visitors Leadership Program.
Dinner Hosting FAQ
No need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.
The more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.
Who’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name, profession, and dietary restrictions.
Sign me up! To host this group, please contact Maria Garcia-Olalla at mgarciaolalla@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.

Academic WorldQuest 2023 at Cleveland State University
2023-02-23 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Fenn Tower, 1983 E 24th St, Cleveland, 44115
Academic WorldQuest is a national competition in which teams of high school students test their knowledge about international affairs, U.S. foreign policy, and current events.
Teams compete over 10 rounds of trivia during this fun and competitive event. The winning team will have the option to participate in the national conference April 28-29, 2023 to represent Cleveland. Our Competition will be held on February 23rd in the Fenn Tower Ballroom at Cleveland State University.
Who Can Play?
Teams consist of 4 high school students from the same school with an optional alternate. Schools may register more than one team. There is a registration fee of $40 per team.
2023 Academic WorldQuest Topics Include:
1. Securing the Future of the World’s Wildlife
2. The Arctic Council: Frozen Cooperation
3. Atrocity Prevention and Accountability
4. Combating Global Food Insecurity
5. Economic Sanctions – A Double-Edged Sword
6. Great Decisions
7. Country in Focus: Ethiopia
8. The Future of Supply Chains
9. Battle of the Century: Autocracy vs. Democracy
10. Current Events
A study guide is also provided to help teams prepare for the competition! Click here to access the Study Guide.
Registration and Questions
To register for CCWA’s Seventh Annual Academic WorldQuest Competition, click HERE.

From Tires to Technology: How Goodyear is Shaping an Evolving World of Transportation
2023-02-16 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
(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.
Registration for this event is now closed.

Hosting Opportunity: Fulbright Welcome Weekend Brazil
2023-02-10 16:00 - 2023-02-12 20:00 (America/Detroit)
CCWA is looking for internationally-minded host families for Fulbright scholars from Brazil on February 10-12, 2023.
CCWA will be partnering with Ohio University to host 40 Brazilian Fulbright English language instructors in Cleveland for the weekend. All Fulbright scholars speak English. They are here in Ohio for an orientation program and will come to Cleveland to spend a fun “weekend in the city” with host families. Hosts will pick up their Fulbright scholar on Friday, February 10 at Lakewood Park’s Woman’s Club Pavilion, spend a free day exploring the city and engaging in fun cultural activities, and drop their Fulbright scholar back off at Lakewood Park on Sunday, February 12.
The program will begin with a welcome reception at Lakewood Park at 4:00 pm on February 10.

Spotlight on the Environment: Debriefing COP27 and the Global Water Crisis
2023-01-18 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
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.
Michael 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.
In 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.
Schedule:
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund.
Location: The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44115.
Parking: 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.
Register below:

Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines
In 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.
We ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:
Refraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:

Have had recent contact with an infected person
Are experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell

Maintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.
Continuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.
Agreeing to comply with requests, such as masking, if necessary, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Questions? Contact Amy Moniot, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.

Denuclearizing the Peninsula? Strategic Outlook for the U.S. and South Korea
2022-11-09 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
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)?
To 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).
CCWA 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.
Schedule:
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund.
Location: Residence Inn by Marriott- 527 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44115.
Parking: 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.
Registration: Register is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot with any questions at amoniot@ccwa.org or call 216 255 9006.

Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines
In 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.
We ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:

Refraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:

Have had recent contact with an infected person
Are experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell

Maintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.
Continuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.
Agreeing to comply with requests, such as masking, if necessary, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Questions? Contact Amy Moniot, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.

Global Gauntlet 2022: CCWA’s World Trivia Challenge
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)
Mark your calendars for an evening of world trivia, food, and prizes!
Join us on Thursday, November 3rd for our annual Global Gauntlet World Trivia Challenge! Teams of up to four compete to answer questions that test your knowledge of international affairs, current events, and foreign policy, while competing for great prizes from local businesses.
Participants will enjoy a selection of small plates from Market Garden Brewery’s kitchen and there will be a private cash bar with fresh craft beer, cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
The proceeds from this event will go directly to CCWA’s Young Professionals Advisory Committee to organize events that support our mission to engage young, diverse Clevelanders in international affairs.
Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
Time: 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Location: Market Garden Brewery, 1947 West 25th St., Cleveland
Admission: Teams up to 4: $140, Individuals: $40; Student Teams: $100, Individual Students: $25
Registration: Registration for this event has closed.
With questions, contact our office at 216.781.3730.

American Leadership Youth Exchange for Senegal
2022-10-29 - 2022-11-06
CCWA will host a group of 12 students (ages 17-19) from Senegal through the American Leadership Exchange Program (ALEX) sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the American Councils for International Exchange. The program will focus on leadership development and environmentalism and will take place October 29th – November 6th, 2022. We are seeking Home Hosts who can welcome 1-2 students into their home from October 29th – November 6th.
For interested hosts: Each student must have their own bed, though they may share a room with a student of the same gender. (Air mattresses are not permitted.) We ask that students be provided breakfast foods and that they be included in family meals in the evening. During the day on weekdays, students will be engaged in educational programming, and transportation and lunches will be provided by CCWA. Students have weekend days and most evenings free to spend time with their host families. A home visit and background check must be completed prior to hosting.
Contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org with interest and questions.

Prosperity and Peace: A Hopeful Future for the Abraham Accords
2022-10-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
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.

Schedule:
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund.
Location: The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44115.
Parking: 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.
Registration: Please register below.
Registration is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006 with questions.
Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines
In 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.
We ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:

Refraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:

Have had recent contact with an infected person
Are experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell

Maintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.
Continuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.
Agreeing to comply with requests, such as masking, if necessary, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Questions? Contact Amy Moniot, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.

Can the U.S. Reset the Agenda with Latin America?
2022-09-27 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
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.
Ambassador 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.

Schedule:
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students admitted free with support from the Dr. and Mrs. Wael and Sawssan Khoury Students’ Fund.
Location: The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44115.
Parking: 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.
Registration: Registration for this program is now closed. Please contact Amy Moniot with any questions at amoniot@ccwa.org or call 216 255 9006.
Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines
In 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.
We ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:

Refraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:

Have had recent contact with an infected person
Are experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell

Maintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.
Continuing to follow local health authorities’ guidelines in an evolving environment.
Agreeing to comply with requests, such as masking, if necessary, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Questions? Contact Amy Moniot, Manager of Programming at amoniot@ccwa.org / 216 255 9006.

Working Internationally: Global Competency for Business
2022-09-13 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Detroit)
Join the Cleveland Council on world Affairs for a workshop to develop skills for working in a global business environment
WHO
Those who work on a global team, interact with international clients or partners, and are interested in working more effectively with people from other cultures.
WHAT
Learning outcomes from the workshop include:

Gain strategies for operating in a global workplace or in diverse teams
Learn how to communicate more effectively across cultures
Understand one’s own cultural perspective
Identify and gain awareness of underlying dimensions of culture
Recognize the importance of approaching cultural interactions with an open mind

HOW
Enjoy a light breakfast and network with globally-minded participants. Space is limited to 25 participants due to the interactive nature of the training exercises. Facilitated training starts promptly at 9:00am.
WHEN
The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 13 from 9:00-10:30am.
Schedule:
9:00 AM Welcome
9:15 AM Program begins
10:30 AM Program concludes
WHERE
Admission: $60 per person, includes a light breakfast
Location: Paradigm, 6477 Center St, Mentor, OH 44060
Parking: There is a parking lot outside of Paradigm. Car services, such as Uber and Lyft, are always an option. CCWA also encourages walking, biking, or public transportation, including the RTA.
To register:

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Colvin, Manager of Global Education, at ecolvin@ccwa.ccwa.org or (216) 255-9002.

Fulbright Welcome Weekend
2022-07-29 - 2022-07-31
CCWA is looking for internationally-minded host families for Fulbright scholars from around the world on July 29-31, 2022.
CCWA will be partnering with Ohio University to host 35 Fulbright graduate students in Cleveland for the weekend. All Fulbright scholars speak English and will be studying in graduate programs across the U.S. They are here in Ohio for an orientation program and will come to Cleveland to spend a fun “weekend in the city” with host families. Hosts will pick up their Fulbright scholar on Friday, July 29 at Lakewood Park, spend a free day exploring the city and engaging in fun cultural activities, and drop their Fulbright scholar back off at Lakewood Park on Sunday, July 31.
The program will begin with a Welcome Picnic at Lakewood Park at 6:00 pm on July 29. If you are interested in hosting a Fulbright scholar, please email Senior Program Officer Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org.

CCWA Member and Citizen Diplomat Appreciation Night
2022-06-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
The Cleveland Council on World Affairs cordially invites its members and citizen diplomats to a special evening event on Tuesday, June 14 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. We are excited to reconnect in person with our Citizen Diplomat volunteers and our members for a fun evening featuring an interactive session with intercultural training consultant, Nicole Barile, followed by a reception with networking and refreshments.
If you love to travel or meet friends from other cultures here in Cleveland, and wish to sharpen your cultural toolkit, Nicole Barile will offer a fun and introductory session to intercultural competency. We are excited to offer this complimentary program as a thank-you to our dedicated Citizen Diplomats and members (like you!) with an exploration into the core principles of global competency.
The session will give you an introduction to CCWA’s Global Competency training. Learning outcomes from the session may include:

Learn how to communicate more effectively across culture
Understand one’s own cultural perspective
Identify and gain awareness of underlying dimensions of culture
Recognize the importance of approaching cultural interactions with an open mind

The session is intentionally interactive and self-reflective. We believe that self-awareness and a willingness to accept diversity and unfamiliarity are the foundation of truly successful cross-cultural interactions over the long-term. Our training is rooted in this philosophical approach, and it combines interactive and experiential content to invite participants to approach cultural interactions with a more open mind, while offering well-researched information about cultural nuances.
Schedule:
5:30 PM Interactive presentation with Nicole Barile
6:30 PM Reception with refreshments
7:30 PM Program concludes
Location: Oswald Conference Center, 1100 Superior Avenue East, First Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114.
Parking: Self-parking is available in the Oswald garage, which can be accessed from Superior. 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.
Registration: Registration for this event is now closed.
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Colvin Manager of Global Education, at ecolvin@ccwa.org or (216) 255-9002.

From Russia to Rustbelts: Witness to Democratic Fragility with Fiona Hill
2022-05-18 17:15 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
New Location!
Please join us at The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association Auditorium: 1375 E 9th St. Cleveland, OH 44114.
Since her testimony in the 2019 presidential impeachment hearings, Fiona Hill is sounding the alarm on the conditions that lead to populism and democratic decline the world over in her book There Is Nothing for You Here. Drawing comparisons between economic dislocation in places like the Rust Belt, manufacturing regions of England and the former Soviet Union, Dr. Hill exposes the fragility of democracy as a global political system. After her years serving as senior director for European and Russian affairs on the National Security Council, she has returned to Brookings as a Senior Fellow in the Foreign Policy Program at the Center on the United States and Europe.
Fiona Hill is a senior fellow in the Center on the United States and Europe in the Foreign Policy program at Brookings. From 2017 to 2019, she recently served as deputy assistant to the president and senior director for European and Russian affairs on the National Security Council. From 2006 to 2009, she served as national intelligence officer for Russia and Eurasia at The National Intelligence Council. She is co-author of Mr. Putin: Operative in the Kremlin (2015.) Her new book There is Nothing For You Here will be available for sale at the event. Click here to pre-order your copy.
Schedule:
5:15 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students $5.
Location: The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association Auditorium, One Cleveland Center
Address: 1375 E 9th St. Cleveland, OH 44114
Parking: One Cleveland Center Parking Garage 1000 St Clair Ave NE Cleveland, OH 44114 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.
Book Orders: Click here to pre-order Dr. Hill’s book, “There is Nothing For You Here” for pick up at the event through our partner, Visible Voice Books.
COVID-19 Policy: Please review our updated Guide to Participating in Foreign Policy Forums for our COVID policies, including information about masking and proof of vaccination.
Registration: This event is SOLD OUT. With questions, contact our office at 216.781.3730.
CCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation.

Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Protocol Update March 2022
In light of the evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are amending our health security measures as we continue in-person programming.
As of March 23, 2022, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs will make the following changes to our Foreign Policy Forum COVID-policies.
Proof of vaccination or negative test

All guests must show either proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result upon entry to the event.
“Fully vaccinated” means that an individual has received BOTH a full course of the first CDC or WHO approved vaccine.
Those 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.
Guests may present proof of vaccination or negative test on paper or a smartphone.

Masking and Social Distancing Options

Masks are optional during Foreign Policy Forums
Practice social distancing, as you feel comfortable
Advance ticket purchases are required; No walk-ins allowed
Credit card payment only

Stay home if ill
Guests 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.
Contact us
Please contact us with any questions or concerns by phone (216) 781-3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org.
These 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.

2022 Global Impact Award Event
2022-05-04 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)
The 2022 Global Impact Award honors the National Geographic Society for raising awareness of global trends and helping protect our world through science, exploration and education, and inspiring audiences to join as changemakers. Dr. Jill Tiefenthaler, Chief Executive Officer, will accept the award and deliver the Brooks Emeny Distinguished Lecture.
We will also be recognizing the local work of Refugee Response in supporting Afghan and now soon Ukrainian refugees in coming to Cleveland. Patrick Kearns of Refugee Response will receive the inaugural Dr. Wael Khoury Award for Global Emerging Leaders.
CCWA’s signature event will be held in person on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at the InterContinental Hotel.
5:30 pm Private Reception with Dr. Jill Tiefenthaler (For Sponsors at the $5,000 and above level, and Impact Ticket holders)
5:30 pm Cocktail Reception for All Guests
6:30 pm Program and Dinner
The Cleveland Foundation is our presenting sponsor. Proceeds from this event support the Cleveland Council on World Affairs’ global education programs.
In light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of our community remains a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. In line with CDC guidance, with vaccination being key to protecting public health, we are asking all guests who will be attending the event this evening to be fully vaccinated. Masks are optional.
Registration for this event has closed. For more information, please contact Jenni Carney at (216) 255-9005 or jcarney@ccwa.org.
Sponsorship and Ticket Levels and Benefits:
Ambassador Sponsor — $10,000
 Designation as an Ambassador Sponsor for the
Global Impact Award event
 Opportunity to deliver the introduction of the
honoree
 8 tickets with preferred seating at the event
 8 tickets to the private reception with honoree
 Valet parking at the event is included for all
participants
 Recognition on all event materials and
website*
 Logo in CCWA materials for a year
Diplomat Sponsor — $5,000
 Designation as a Diplomat Sponsor for the Global
Impact Award Event
 8 tickets with preferred seating at the event
 8 tickets to the private reception with honoree
 Valet parking at the event is included for all
participants
 Recognition on all event materials & website*
 Logo in CCWA materials for a year
Attaché Sponsor — $2,500
 Designation as an Attaché Sponsor for the Global
Impact Award Event
 8 tickets to the cocktail reception and program
 Valet parking at the event is included for all
participants
 Listing in printed program*
Individual Ticket Opportunities
Impact Ticket — $500
 One ticket with preferred seating at the event
 One ticket to the private reception with honoree
 Valet parking at the event is included
Individual Ticket — $150
 One ticket to the cocktail reception and program
 Valet parking at the event is included
*Based on information at the time of printing

How to Prepare for Climate Change with David Pogue
2022-04-06 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
With climate change leading the agenda for many world leaders and yet trailing in global cooperation to manage its effects, David Pogue brings the case that individuals all around the world must begin to adjust their daily lives to prepare for inevitable instability. Join Cleveland native, six-time Emmy winner for CBS Sunday Morning, and New York Times bestselling author David Pogue for a lively and, ultimately, uplifting discussion of his new book, “How to Prepare for Climate Change.”
David Pogue is a correspondent on CBS News Sunday Morning. He was the New York Times weekly tech columnist from 2000 to 2013, and has hosted 20 NOVA science specials on PBS. He’s written or cowritten more than 120 books, including dozens in the Missing Manual tech series, which he created in 1999; six books in the For Dummies line; two novels; his three Pogue’s Basics books of tips and shortcuts (on Tech, Money, and Life); his new how-to guides, iPhone Unlocked and Mac Unlocked; and his 2021 magnum opus, How to Prepare for Climate Change.
Schedule:
5:30 PM Reception
6:00 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Q&A
7:15 PM Program concludes
Admission: Non-Members $25; Members $15; Students $5.
Location: The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44115.
Parking: 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.
Registration: Register for this event below. With questions, contact our office at 216.781.3730.
Please review our updated COVID-19 Guide to participating in Foreign Policy Forums for our COVID policies, including information about masking and proof of vaccination.

Registration for this event is now closed. Please email amoniot@ccwa.org with questions.

CCWA’s 2021-2022 Foreign Policy Forum is supported by funding from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation.

Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Protocol Update March 2022
In light of the evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are amending our health security measures as we continue in-person programming.
As of March 23, 2022, the Cleveland Council on World Affairs will make the following changes to our Foreign Policy Forum COVID-policies.
Proof of vaccination or negative test

All guests must show either proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result upon entry to the event.
“Fully vaccinated” means that an individual has received BOTH a full course of the first CDC or WHO approved vaccine.
Those 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.
Guests may present proof of vaccination or negative test on paper or a smartphone.

Masking and Social Distancing Options

Masks are optional during Foreign Policy Forums
Practice social distancing, as you feel comfortable
Advance ticket purchases are required; No walk-ins allowed
Credit card payment only

Stay home if ill
Guests 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.
Contact us
Please contact us with any questions or concerns by phone (216) 781-3730 or email amoniot@ccwa.org.
These 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.
