Gaza is predicted to become "unlivable" by 2020 according to a United Nations report published in July 2017. What does that mean for the people who live there now?

Join us for lunch on September 22nd to learn about life in Gaza under Hamas from a professor currently experiencing life under the thumb of terrorism - Dr. Mustafa El-Hawi.

Program info & tix ->> http://www.alaskaworldaffairs.org/events/mustafa-el-hawi-gaza/

Sept. 7th Speaker feature - Dr. Imam Imad Enchassi

Dr. Imam Imad Enchassi grew up in the Palestinian refugee camps in Beirut, Lebanon. His experiences as a child surrounded by war and conflict have shaped his passion as an adult for promoting unity and understanding. When asked about living through the massacres in the Sabra and Shatila refugee camps, Enchassi says, “Sometimes, I think God exposed me to so much hatred and violence so that I can be a voice for love and peace.”

Bridge Builders of Anchorage invites you to their annual Unity Gala this Saturday at the Hotel Captain Cook. The evening includes cultural performances and recognition for their "Community Stars," there will also be a silent auction, a scrumptious dinner and delightful dancing.

#WelcomingAnchorage #Community #BridgeBuilders

"Mining resources and space travel are not Luxembourg’s first involvement in space. For more than 30 years, Luxembourg has been at the forefront of commercial and co-operative developments to promote the use of space in ways that improve the quality of life on Earth." (SpaceResources.lu Initiative)

Don't forget to register online by this Thursday (8/17) at noon to be a part of the conversation on Alaska's Role in a Commercial Space Industry next Tuesday, August 22nd, noon at the Petroleum Club of Anchorage.

Our featured speaker for Friday, October 20th has held so many amazing titles that we are having a hard time choosing which to highlight first!

Ambassador John Negroponte has served as US Ambassador to Honduras, Mexico, the Philippines, the United Nations, and Iraq. He was also the first Director of National Intelligence under President George W. Bush.

Tickets are available online to join us as Ambassador Negroponte shares his thoughts on "America's Foreign Policy in a World of Turmoil."

The Alaska World Affairs Council is pleased to announce the recipients of its inaugural scholarship: Celeste Harrell and Jessica Reisinger.

Both recipients were selected after a vigorous review including an in-depth application and an in-person interview. The application pool was very strong with students from 7 communities across the state represented. This scholarship aims to provide meaningful and sustaining support to two amazing Alaskan high school graduating seniors who commit to attending university in Alaska.

Please join us in congratulating Celeste and Jessica in their current achievements and watch for updates on their higher education journeys in the years to come!

Have you ever wonder what it is like to live in Gaza? Join us for lunch on Friday, September 22nd as we feature Dr. Mustafa El-Hawi on "Under the Thumb of Terrorism: Life in Gaza Under Hamas."

Information about Dr. El-Hawi and tickets are available online.