Celebrating 75 Years of Bringing the World to West Michigan
To change the world,
first know the world.
The World Affairs Council of Western Michigan empowers the people and organizations of West Michigan to engage thoughtfully with the world.
About Us
The World Affairs Council of Western Michigan empowers the people and organizations of West Michigan to engage thoughtfully with the world.
We host over 40 programs a year on international relations, foreign policy, and world-focused topics.

Upcoming Events
Feb 25, 2025 — 6:00pm–7:30pm
Evolving U.S.-China Relations: Early Clues to the Next Chapter with Ali Wyne
Mar 4, 2025 — 6:00pm–7:30pm
The Middle East in Transition with Ghaith al-Omari
Mar 11, 2025 — 6:00pm–7:30pm
U.S.-India Relations: New Phase, Same Drivers with Richard M. Rossow
Recent Media
Apr 18, 2024 — 75th
Article — A Bridge from West Michigan to the World for 75 Years
Apr 10, 2024 — Great Decisions
Article — Video archive: Reflecting on 75 Years of NATO with General (ret.) Curtis Scaparrotti
Apr 10, 2024 — Great Decisions
Article — Video archive: A Geographic Perspective of Global to Local Health Disparities with Debarchana Ghosh
Apr 10, 2024 — Great Decisions
Article — Video archive: Will technology save us on a hotter planet? with Neela Banerjee
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