Tag: World Affairs

You are invited to a candid conversation with Belquis Ahmadi, Senior Program Officer with the U.S. Institute of Peace and a head nurse and administrator in Kabul during the Soviet withdrawal and through the rise of the Taliban. Since 2001, she has spent years on the ground in Afghanistan leading efforts by USAID, the Red Cross and other organizations to strengthen women’s rights, civil society, the rule of law and democracy, all to fill the information gap.

The 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 has passed. The US withdrawal of combat forces from Afghanistan in 2021, our nation’s longest war, took a massive toll in human lives and resources. Those events continue to have a lasting impact for the world and on foreign policy. Come with us as we take a look at some of the struggles and successes of nations as they try to rebuild after devastating wars. Belquis will discuss the effects on people’s everyday lives, women and human rights issues, and what needs to be done inside Afghanistan to build a case against the Taliban.

  • What is the outlook for Afghanistan, as the Taliban leadership makes decisions?
  • What will happen to the gains made in education, women’s rights, healthcare and infrastructure?
  • How do future foreign policy and relationships in the Middle East look?
  • How does the struggle for democracy play out?

In 1923 our predecessor organization had a debate about the Middle East and human rights between Palestine and Turkey. History will repeat itself as we discuss this topic again one hundred years later.

Co-sponsored by Urban Morgan Institute for Human Rights – Click here to register! 

**Teachers and students are free to attend. Please register here.

**Space is limited. Register early.**

ABOUT THIS VIRTUAL EVENT
The 2015 Iran nuclear agreement, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), continues to attract controversy and raise serious questions about global security. Since the initiation of the agreement under then President Barack Obama and the Trump administration’s subsequent withdrawal from the deal, we’ve witnessed an expansion of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, numerous regional incidents that risked major conflict escalation, economic sanctions levied by Washington against Tehran, and the continuation of proxy wars throughout the region. President Joe Biden has said the United States will return to the JCPOA if Iran resumes compliance. Join the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati’s Jewish Community Relations Council and Ambassador Dennis Ross, counselor and William Davidson Distinguished Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, for a conversation that will break down the current dynamics of the JCPOA and uncover perspectives on the Biden administration’s approach to Iran.

Thursday, May 20   |  12:00 p.m.

ABOUT THIS VIRTUAL EVENT
The 2015 Iran nuclear agreement, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), continues to attract controversy and raise serious questions about global security. Since the initiation of the agreement under then President Barack Obama and the Trump administration’s subsequent withdrawal from the deal, we’ve witnessed an expansion of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, numerous regional incidents that risked major conflict escalation, economic sanctions levied by Washington against Tehran, and the continuation of proxy wars throughout the region. President Joe Biden has said the United States will return to the JCPOA if Iran resumes compliance. Join the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati’s Jewish Community Relations Council and Ambassador Dennis Ross, counselor and William Davidson Distinguished Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, for a conversation that will break down the current dynamics of the JCPOA and uncover perspectives on the Biden administration’s approach to Iran.

Thursday, May 20   |  12:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets today for the World Affairs Council’s 7th Annual One World Gala – an exciting evening of global connections with a twist – a global game of wit!

The evening includes a cocktail reception and dinner at The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. Following dinner, the international challenge begins! Teams will compete against each other in 4 globally themed rounds of questions.

​It’s ‘Jeopardy!’ meets ‘Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego’ – with prizes from some of Cincinnati’s most popular restaurants and businesses.

This event shows the region’s commitment to preparing our students to be globally competent in the 21st century global environment. It is a celebration of global awareness and connections. The World Affairs Council is committed to engaging more youths and community members in global events and activities.
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Form your team today for our 7th annual One World Gala and play your part in this highly anticipated event, supporting ongoing educational and cultural programs designed to help students in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky live, work, and lead globally.

World Affairs Council – Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
7th Annual One World Gala
March 6th, 2020
6:30pm
The Hilton Netherland Plaza

For tickets click here.
For more information, visit our website: oneworldgala.com
or contact ekremer@cincyworldaffairs.org

Purchase tickets today for the World Affairs Council’s 7th Annual One World Gala – an exciting evening of global connections with a twist – a global game of wit!

The evening includes a cocktail reception and dinner at The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. Following dinner, the international challenge begins! Teams will compete against each other in 4 globally themed rounds of questions.

​It’s ‘Jeopardy!’ meets ‘Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego’ – with prizes from some of Cincinnati’s most popular restaurants and businesses.

This event shows the region’s commitment to preparing our students to be globally competent in the 21st century global environment. It is a celebration of global awareness and connections. The World Affairs Council is committed to engaging more youths and community members in global events and activities.
​
Form your team today for our 7th annual One World Gala and play your part in this highly anticipated event, supporting ongoing educational and cultural programs designed to help students in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky live, work, and lead globally.

World Affairs Council – Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
7th Annual One World Gala
March 6th, 2020
6:30pm
The Hilton Netherland Plaza

For tickets click here.
For more information, visit our website: oneworldgala.com
or contact ekremer@cincyworldaffairs.org