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The Alaska World Affairs Council is a focused educational organization dedicated to stimulating interest in world affairs and inspiring its members to be involved in world events. The council was founded in 1958 by the late Evangeline Atwood with the conviction that better community education in world affairs is necessary for sound democratic citizenship.
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Alaska World Affairs Council
The Alaska World Affairs Council is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit, non-partisan organization which is membership-based and is one of approximately 90 members of the World Affairs Councils of America in Washington, DC.
Join our Board Chair, David Ramseur, for a panel discussion recalling the day of the "Friendship Flight" and how it prescribes a course for U.S.-Russia relations today.
Thursday, May 31st, 6:30PM at the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center. Admission is FREE!
Thursday, May 31st, 6:30PM at the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center. Admission is FREE!
Lecture: David Ramseur: The Flight into Tomorrow that Helped End the Cold War
On June 13, 1988, in the midst of four decades of Cold War tensions in the Bering Strait, Alaska Airlines’ “Friendship Flight” departed Nome and landed about 45 minutes later on the gravel runway in Provideniya, USSR. The historic flight reunited long-separated Alaska and Russia Native peoples...
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One of our excellent scholarship recipients, Celeste, is a health science major at University of Alaska Southeast. She aims to aid in the refugee crisis and help international affairs.
Support Celeste's educational journey by making a donation to the Student Scholarship Fund!
Support Celeste's educational journey by making a donation to the Student Scholarship Fund!
Anchorage Charity Brunch to Support Alaska World Affairs Council Student Scholarship Fund | Alaska World Affairs Council
Anchorage Charity Brunch to Support Alaska World Affairs Council Student Scholarship Fund May 6, 2018 Loading Map.... Sullivan’s Steakhouse320 W 5th Ave - AnchorageEvents 61.2171402 -149.8886715 Date/Time Date(s) - Sunday, May 6, 201811:00 am - 1:00 pmAdd this event to my Google Calendar LocationS...
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We are looking for someone to fill the position of Program Director. In addition to developing program ideas, the Program Director is expected to create events in constituent relationship management software, update attendee information, and act as main point of contact for volunteers. They will also be responsible for volunteer recruitment, training, cultivation, and retention.
More information about the position and the application process can be found on the "Opportunities" page of our website!
More information about the position and the application process can be found on the "Opportunities" page of our website!
Opportunities | Alaska World Affairs Council
Opportunities Job Opportunities Program Director – Part-time (30 hours/week)$23/hour + Potential for year-end bonus The Program Director is a part-time non-exempt position responsible for the operational and logistical success of the Council’s public engagements, including events, school activit...
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The position of Program Director would be good for anyone who has experience in program planning and loves international exposure. The Program Director has the opportunity to connect will our amazing speakers through our community and educational programs.
Visit the "Opportunities" page on our website for more information about the position and the application process!
Visit the "Opportunities" page on our website for more information about the position and the application process!
Opportunities | Alaska World Affairs Council
Opportunities Job Opportunities Program Director – Part-time (30 hours/week)$23/hour + Potential for year-end bonus The Program Director is a part-time non-exempt position responsible for the operational and logistical success of the Council’s public engagements, including events, school activit...
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Past speaker, Ambassador Lukman Faily, on Alaska's experience with oil production and exportation, and how Iraqis can take away some interesting facts for their own, similar, situation.
Happy reading!
Happy reading!
Is Iraq like Alaska? | 1001 Iraqi Thoughts
Is Iraq like Alaska? Posted by Iraqi Thoughts | May 20, 2018 | Economy, Featured | 0 Iraq’s Khawr Al-Amaya Oil Platform During my last visit to the United States, I had the pleasure of visiting many American states including Alaska, giving a series of lectures under the title of “Beyond the war ...
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The Scholarship Fund was started in 2017 to support Alaskan high school seniors who choose to remain in Alaska to pursue their higher education goals. The scholarship is structured to provide meaningful support throughout their undergraduate education, up to 4 years total.
Make a donation through our GoFundMe to aid the educational journey of our scholarship recipients Celeste and Jessica!
Make a donation through our GoFundMe to aid the educational journey of our scholarship recipients Celeste and Jessica!
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The Alaska World Affairs Council Student Scholarship Fund supports two current students at the University of Alaska with annually renewing scholarships of $2,500 each. The Scholarship Fund was started in 2017 to support Alaskan high school seniors who choose to remain in Alaska to pursue their hi...
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Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 at 4:22pm
“The Middle East is not homogeneous, it is very diverse culturally from region to region” -John Moore #engagetheworld
“The Middle East is not homogeneous, it is very diverse culturally from region to region” -John Moore #engagetheworld
“The Middle East is not homogeneous, it is very diverse culturally from region to region” -John Moore #engagetheworld
— Alaska World Affairs (@AKWorld) May 17, 2018
Friday, April 13th, 2018 at 7:56am
Can the zombie apocalypse happen in the arctic? Find out today, 12 PM @beartooth_ak #infectious #diseases https://t.co/zas8GxmYmN
Can the zombie apocalypse happen in the arctic? Find out today, 12 PM @beartooth_ak #infectious #diseases https://t.co/zas8GxmYmN
Can the zombie apocalypse happen in the arctic? Find out today, 12 PM @beartooth_ak #infectious #diseases pic.twitter.com/zas8GxmYmN
— Alaska World Affairs (@AKWorld) April 13, 2018
Friday, March 30th, 2018 at 10:41am
Full house with @steven_pifer #backtocold #usrussia #relations https://t.co/5rOcQbH0s6
Full house with @steven_pifer #backtocold #usrussia #relations https://t.co/5rOcQbH0s6
Full house with @steven_pifer #backtocold #usrussia #relations pic.twitter.com/5rOcQbH0s6
— Alaska World Affairs (@AKWorld) March 30, 2018
Friday, March 30th, 2018 at 10:40am
“The US is going to need to draw more red lines with Russia. I do not see this as a bad thing, rather a deterrent” @steven_pifer #backtocold
“The US is going to need to draw more red lines with Russia. I do not see this as a bad thing, rather a deterrent” @steven_pifer #backtocold
“The US is going to need to draw more red lines with Russia. I do not see this as a bad thing, rather a deterrent” @steven_pifer #backtocold
— Alaska World Affairs (@AKWorld) March 30, 2018