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50 years of impact. 2025 was full of milestones and celebrations. Relive the celebration:
https://vimeo.com/1138238218
GlobalColumbus: The World We Want
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In observance of the holiday season, the CCWA office will be closed until January 5th. See you in 2026!
December 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Created for our 50th anniversary GlobalColumbus event, Discover Global Columbus highlights 50 global experiences across Central Ohio—from food and festivals to museums and markets. Explore the guide: https://discoverglobalcolumbus.columbusworldaffairs.org
Discover Global Columbus - Your Guide to 50 Global things to do in Columbus
Glimpse into the windows of global cultures right here in Central Ohio, assembled and presented by Columbus Council on World Affairs (CCWA).
discoverglobalcolumbus.columbusworldaffairs.org
December 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Celebrating the 10th graduating class of the Global Scholars Diploma. Students connect global, act local through Take Action Projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals right here in Central Ohio.

Explore more: https://ow.ly/s5Lf50XGyjE
December 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Our 2025 Global Report—released as part of our 50th anniversary—explores the world we were (1975), the world we are (2025), and the world we want (2075). Read it here: https://columbusworldaffairs.org/resources/global-report-2025/
Global Report 2025 - CCWA
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December 11, 2025 at 4:01 PM
50 years of impact. 2025 was full of milestones and celebrations. Relive the celebration:
https://vimeo.com/1138238218
GlobalColumbus: The World We Want
This is "GlobalColumbus: The World We Want" by CCWA on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
vimeo.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
World Soil Day highlights Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities—and the importance of urban soil in cooling cities, absorbing water, and storing carbon. And our Global Scholars are leading the way.

#WorldSoilDay #SoilHealth #HealthyCities
December 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
We’re partnering with CTWAC to highlight this upcoming conversation:

🇻🇪 Venezuela & the U.S.: What Comes Next?
📅 Dec 9 | 7–8 PM ET
💻 Free Zoom webinar

Former Ambassador Charles Shapiro will unpack the rising tensions and what future U.S. actions could mean.

Register: https://ow.ly/kJzh50XAgGp
Venezuela and the U.S.: What Comes Next? - World Affairs Council of Connecticut
Is the US headed towards war with Venezuela? Former Ambassador to Venezuela, Charles Shapiro, joins us to unpack the strikes and what's next.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Taking a long weekend for Thanksgiving—closed Thursday and Friday. See you next week!
November 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Looking for something to do this weekend? 🌍

We just released Discover GlobalColumbus — a guide to 50 global things to do across Central Ohio!

Food, festivals, museums, performances, community stories… all in one place.

Take a look: discoverglobalcolumbus.columbusworldaffairs.org
Discover Global Columbus - Your Guide to 50 Global things to do in Columbus
Glimpse into the windows of global cultures right here in Central Ohio, assembled and presented by Columbus Council on World Affairs (CCWA).
discoverglobalcolumbus.columbusworldaffairs.org
November 14, 2025 at 4:09 PM
As our 50th anniversary year winds down, we’re reflecting on the voices that inspire us most—our students.

This video from GlobalColumbus brings together highlights from The World We Want campaign, celebrating a generation ready to lead with empathy and understanding.

https://ow.ly/2C7t50XqG95
GlobalColumbus World We Want
This is "GlobalColumbus World We Want" by CCWA on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Today, we honor and thank all veterans for their service, dedication, and sacrifice.

In observance of Veterans Day, our office is closed. We encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on and appreciate the contributions of those who have served our country.
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The World We Want campaign student voices continue to inspire.

Ending poverty is a top priority in their vision for 2075. Their insights remind us that creating equitable access and opportunity is essential for a thriving future.

#TheWorldWeWant #NoPoverty #GlobalEducation
November 6, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Celebrating our Global Scholars alumni! Their stories at GlobalColumbus show the power of global education in action. Watch here: https://ow.ly/C8W450XmEmT
#CCWA50 #TheWorldWeWant
GlobalColumbus Alumni Video
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November 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Congrats to our Champion of Culture Award honoree, Jewish Family Services. Their story in Columbus Jewish News highlights the important work they’re doing to foster understanding across Central Ohio.

Read more: https://ow.ly/LNAF50XjNrF

#TheWorldWeWant #CCWA50
Jewish Family Services earns ‘Champion of Culture’ award
When asked about an example that typifies some of the work of Jewish Family Services of Columbus, CEO Karen Mozenter tells the tale of a refugee from Ethiopia who arrived
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October 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
What a night! GlobalColumbus celebrated 50 years of global connection, honoring leaders shaping The World We Want.
Congrats again to our honorees!
Gifts to the AEP Foundation match are matched through Sunday https://secure.givelively.org/donate/columbus-council-on-world-affairs

#TheWorldWeWant
October 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Last chance to RSVP!

Registration for GlobalColumbus: The World We Want closes tonight at midnight.

Join us on October 16 for a one-night celebration of 50 years of impact with the Columbus Council on World Affairs.

Secure your spot before registration ends: https://ow.ly/ATxU50X9sP0
October 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Last chance!

Registration for GlobalColumbus: The World We Want closes tonight — don’t miss this one-night celebration of 50 years of global impact with the Columbus Council on World Affairs.

Register before midnight: https://ow.ly/hwfk50X9fTM
October 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Last call to RSVP for GlobalColumbus: The World We Want.

Join us October 16 as we celebrate 50 years of global leadership and community connection.
RSVPs close Thursday, October 9 — don’t miss this milestone event.

https://ow.ly/MRG050X7PWa

#GlobalColumbus #TheWorldWeWant
October 7, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Just 2 Weeks Until GlobalColumbus!

GlobalColumbus: The World We Want is almost here! We’re excited to celebrate the incredible impact of our Global Scholars Diploma students and the partners who make it possible.

Register Now: https://ow.ly/vhq450X5Q3Z

October 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Emilee, a Global Scholars alum, shares what the program means to her. Join us in celebrating 50 years of global impact at GlobalColumbus: The World We Want on Oct 16: secure.givelively.org/event/columb...
September 23, 2025 at 8:46 PM
⏳ Seats are running out!
Over two-thirds are gone—just 150 remain for GlobalColumbus: The World We Want on Oct. 16.
Reserve your spot today before it’s too late:

secure.givelively.org/event/columb...

#GlobalColumbus #CCWA50
September 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Today is International Literacy Day, a reminder that literacy is essential for empowerment and participation in society.

As CCWA celebrates 50 years of global education, we invite you to join us at our anniversary event, GlobalColumbus: The World We Want.

secure.givelively.org/event/columb...
September 8, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Don’t miss GlobalColumbus: The World We Want.

Celebrate 50 years of global impact and honor the 2025 Global Visionary Awardees:

Vertiv
Dr. Rattan Lal
ETSS, CRIS, JFS, UsTogether

🎟 Seats are limited—reserve yours today.

ow.ly/c3ku50WRgrn

#GlobalColumbus
September 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
How do Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman and Jordan’s King Abdullah II shape the Middle East’s future?
Find out Sept 9 at 7 PM ET in A Tale of Two Kings, a free virtual event from our partners at the Connecticut World Affairs Council.

✅ RSVP here: ctwac.org/event/a-tale...
A Tale of Two Kings: Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the Future of Power in the Middle East - World Affairs Council of Connecticut
Join us for A Tale of Two Kings: Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the Future of Power in the Middle East on WorldNow with Jim Falk.
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September 2, 2025 at 1:12 PM