About

The World Affairs Council of Jacksonville is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote an understanding of the world and its people and to engage citizens of Northeast Florida in becoming better informed participants in the global community.

Who We AreThe World Affairs Council of Jacksonville is a growing organization with more than 900 members, drawing from across Northeast Florida. Our Board of Directors includes ambassadors, senior military officers, business & community leaders and government officials. Members value the opportunity to connect with other internationally minded citizens.
Our HistoryThe Council, formed in 1985 as the National Interest Forum, joined the World Affairs Councils of America in 1995. The World Affairs Councils of America is the largest national non-partisan network with almost 100 councils in over 40 states that are dedicated to educating and engaging Americans on the critical global issues of our times. The Council has grown from a small organization sponsoring a modest speaker program, held in members' homes, to reaching thousands of individuals every year through an acclaimed speaker series, educational programming, special events and an expanding network of young professionals.
In 2005, the Council received the World Affairs Councils of America President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement, awarded annually to Councils that have shown extraordinary innovation, growth, outreach, and impact.
What We Do

Two signature speaker series plus special engagements: Global Business Luncheons; Global Issues Evenings; Special Engagements
Special Events
Education programs for students and teachers
Young Professional social networking and programming
Travel programs

Funding

The World Affairs Council of Jacksonville is a vital hub for civic and corporate leadership in Northeast Florida. Membership dues, contributions, grants and program sponsorships provide the funding to support our programs and services. Your Council membership or sponsorship opens up a world of information.