Young Professionals: "The Donroe Doctrine: Will Regime Change Lead to Democracy?"

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join the Los Angeles World Affairs Council Young Professionals on February 24th at 6:30 pm for a discussion on Latin America. Exploring political change, governance, and regional dynamics, with a focus on cases such as Venezuela & El Salvador, the conversa

Premium Members: A Conversation with Dr. Armen Sarkissian, former President of Armenia

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The Los Angeles World Affairs Council and the Global Affairs Committee of the Jonathan Club invite you to an intimate dinner conversation with His Excellency Dr. Armen Sarkissian, Fourth President of Armenia, on Wednesday, February 25,

"Science, Leadership, and a World in Transition" with Caltech President, Dr. Thomas Rosenbaum

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

In this fireside conversation, Thomas Rosenbaum, the ninth president of the California Institute of Technology, reflects orld Affairs Council board member, as he offers rare insights into leadership at the forefront of global innovation. Drawing on his ...

Consular Corps Reception 2026

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Los Angeles World Affairs Council Annual Consular Corps Reception Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 pm | Location provided upon registration. The Los Angeles World Affairs Council is pleased to host the annual Consular Corps Receptio

Young Professionals Spring Mixer

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join the Los Angeles World Affairs Council Young Professionals for our Spring Mixer on Thursday, March 12th 6:30-8:30 pm at Gin Rummy bar. Meet a diverse group of globally-minded Angelenos who love talking about travel, current events, and new ideas—or jus

High School Program: Soccer Diplomacy

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Los Angeles is preparing to take center stage on the world’s athletic and diplomatic map—welcoming the FIFA 2026 World Cup as a host city and gearing up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. With global attention turning to LA, this program explores h

The Future of the United Nations: Can the Next Secretary‑General Save the Organization from Itself?

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

As the United Nations faces an escalating funding crisis and warnings of an “imminent financial collapse,” the organization’s future has been thrown into urgent question. With the 2026 transition to a new Secretary-General unfolding amid deep ...

Premium Members: The Art of Negotiation in an Age of Conflict: Dinner and Conversation with Ambassador Robert Wood

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Los Angeles World Affairs Council and the Global Affairs Committee of The Jonathan Club invite you to an intimate dinner and conversation with Ambassador Robert Wood, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and a seasoned diplomat who has represented

Democracy's Digital Frontline: AI, Disinformation, and Lessons from Lithuania

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

As the United Nations faces an escalating funding crisis and warnings of an “imminent financial collapse,” the organization’s future has been thrown into urgent question. With the 2026 transition to a new Secretary-General unfolding amid deep ...

Young Professionals: "Nations at Play: The Power of Sport in Diplomacy"

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join the Los Angeles World Affairs Council Young Professionals on Wednesday, May 13th from 6:30–8:30 PM for an evening conversation exploring the growing role of sports diplomacy in shaping global engagemen

NATO at a Crossroads: Ambassador Kristjan Prikk on Security, Strategy, and the Transatlantic Alliance

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

As global instability reshapes the international order, the future of the transatlantic alliance is once again at the forefront of geopolitical strategy. The Los Angeles World Affairs Council is pleased to welcome Kristjan Prikk, Estonia’s Ambassador ...

Partner Event: Doing Business with the U.A.E.: Continuity, Resilience, and Opportunity

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

The U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council, in partnership with the U.A.E. Consulate General in Los Angeles and the Los Angeles World Affairs Council, invites you to a timely panel discussion on the business environment in the U.A.E. and the current scope of the ...

Young Professionals June Summer Mixer

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join the Los Angeles World Affairs Council Young Professionals (YP) for our Summer Mixer on Thursday, June 11th 6:30-8:30 pm at Sorry Not Sorry bar. Meet a diverse group of globally-minded Angelenos who love talking about current events, travel, and new id

Young Professionals: "Iranian Drones Evolved: How Western Sanctions Created a Drone Superpower"

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Over the past two decades, Iran has emerged as a significant force in drone technology despite facing some of the world’s most restrictive sanctions regimes. Rather than constraining development, sanctions and global isolation have driven Iran to innovate

USC President Beong-Soo Kim

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Join USC President Beong-Soo Kim in conversation with USC Dornsife Dean James Bullock for a timely discussion about the essential role universities play in the 21st century—from fueling breakthrough discoveries and advancing health to creating jobs, ...

World Prize Gala

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Los Angeles World Affairs Council (LAWAC) proudly presents its inaugural World Prize Gala, an exclusive evening bringing together over 300 government dignitaries, prominent business leaders, and thought influencers to celebrate individuals whose ...

Baltics Delegation: "Small Nations, Big Signals: The Baltic States in a Fragmenting World"

"Small Nations, Big Signals: The Baltic States in a Fragmenting World" October 10-21, 2026 In the shadow of great powers, the Baltic States have become some of the most strategically significant nations in the world. Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania sit ...

A Conversation with the Wall Street Journal’s China Bureau Chief Jonathan Cheng for “Asia Up Close: Power, Politics and a Changing World"

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us October 15 at 5:30 PM for refreshments and a fireside chat with Jonathan Cheng as he offers insight on his role as Bureau Chief, topical issues on the US-China relationship, reporting in China, and larger geopolitical issues. We’ll delve into ...