Greater Cincinnati World Affairs Council

About Us

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The Greater Cincinnati World Affairs Council (GCWAC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that builds global understanding and promotes international awareness through education, information and exchange of people and ideas. They work in cooperation with the government, companies, as well as cultural and educational bodies.[1]

They began their educational, conferencing, and policy work in Cincinnati in 1923, as a national affiliate of the World Affairs Councils of America (WACA). Since 1961, the council has been a national affiliate of Global Ties U.S., welcoming visitors to the region from over 150 countries. The GCWAC is funded through its global membership society (individuals, families, and corporations), foundations as well as by a grant from the U.S. Department of State.[2][3]

History

Headquartered at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, KY, GCWAC takes advantage of its area’s unique geographic location along the Ohio River, with a tri-state including Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana and revolving around the City of Cincinnati, with other major cities within reasonable driving distance. Utilizing this location, they are able to work with institutional partners across three states and in multiple cities. This multi-regional approach and reach ensures the highest possible quality of program development and a deeper engagement with multiple cultural, economic, social, and political perspectives than many other organizations involved in this type of work can offer.

In 2014, the council welcomed over 200 foreign business, community and educational leaders, many of whom stayed with local families. Today, the council runs a vigorous education program which reached almost 3,000 students. The council welcomes many distinguished foreign guests to the city as well to share their viewpoints from around the world.

As a region, GCWAC has much to teach, much to learn, and many social and economic advantages to gain from international connections in governance, education, consumer products, technology, health, freedom, communications, human rights, political leadership, local economic development, and many other areas.

Vision

A culturally aware and respectful citizenry engaged with the world.

Mission

To be the leader in preparing the region and its citizens, individually and collectively, to thrive in the 21st century global environment by promoting international understanding, education, engagement, and cooperation.[4]

Programs and Services

The council builds global understanding through its custom designed best-in-class international training, education and exchange programs.

References

  1. ↑ "Global Cincinnati World Affairs Council". http://www.globalcincinnati.org/. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
  2. ↑ "Global Cincinnati -Greater Cincinnati World Affairs Council -". http://www.globalcincinnati.org/. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
  3. ↑ "World Affairs Councils of America  :: Main". Retrieved 13 January 2016.
  4. ↑ "World Affairs Councils of America  :: Programs". Retrieved 13 January 2016.

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