ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Speakers and Voices Behind Nearly a Century of Public Dialogue and International Engagement

CCWA’s speaker programming brings leading experts from around the country right here to Cleveland to share their insights and expertise on topics of pressing international importance. Our Council has promoted international public dialogue in our community for over 97 years.

From Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, to Ambassador Bill Burns, and journalist Robin Wright, we’ve hosted ambassadors, economists, journalists, generals, and thought leaders with wide-ranging perspectives to address our Cleveland audience.

Speaker programming is at the very heart of what the Cleveland Council of World Affairs does. We are passionate about engaging our local community with speakers that are equally passionate about sharing their message and analysis of the world we live in.

The following photo essay will showcase some of our speakers from the past year and the reasons why they come to Cleveland. The guests and programs highlighted are a small handful of the speakers that have made their mark in Northeast Ohio for almost a century.

UPDATES FROM CCWA

CCWA Announces Changes to Its Exchanges Team

The Cleveland Council on World Affairs Announces Changes to Its Exchanges Team The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) bids farewell to Maria Crowder (née Garcia-Olalla), Program Officer for International Exchanges, as she moves on…

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Cleveland Leaders Participate in Professional Fellows Program in New Delhi

The Cleveland Council on World Affairs builds bridges across the globe. Last year, CCWA was able to provide an opportunity for two local change-makers to have a transformative exchange experience in India. CCWA was excited…

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CCWA Opportunities for Young Professionals 2025-2026

CCWA Opportunities for Young Professionals: YPAC and Pogue Fellowship Applications Now Open CCWA welcomes young professionals to join us in exploring world affairs and citizen diplomacy! We are excited to announce that CCWA’s Richard W….

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For a century, the CCWA has brought diverse perspectives on issues of international import to Cleveland. Much of our programming is made possible by the the support of our members and the generosity of our donors. Will you help us continue to create global connections?

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