With close to 1,000 members, the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville is a vital hub for civic and corporate leadership in Northeast Florida. Membership dues help provide the funding to support our programs and services, opening up a world of information. As a World Affairs Council member, you join a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about expanding international awareness. Members participate in a speaker series with world class speakers who provide the stories behind the headlines as well as special receptions and gatherings. Additionally, Council members are able to travel the world with a program offering unique behind-the-scenes travel opportunities to over 30 international locations – and can take advantage of discounts on publications covering international news, issues and policy.

List of Premier Members

Student/ Educator/ Military

$40

  • One guaranteed ticket to all Global Issues Evenings
  • One discounted ticket per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
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Council EDGE (ages 21-40)

$75 Individual

$100 Couple

  • Formerly known as Magellan Society
  • Exclusive invites to Council EDGE programs, including special offers for Leading EDGE Dialogues
  • Opportunity to participate in the Mentor Program and monthly Council Connections with Council leadership
  • Access to Happy Hour Round Tables throughout the season
  • One guaranteed ticket to all Global Issues Evenings (two for Couple level)
  • Council EDGE Individual level: one discounted ticket per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Council EDGE Couple level: two discounted tickets per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
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General Membership

$140 Individual

$225 Couple

  • One guaranteed ticket to all Global Issues Evenings (two for Couple level)
  • Individual level: one discounted ticket per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Couple level: two discounted tickets per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
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Executive

$450

  • Two guaranteed tickets to all Global Issues Evenings
  • One complimentary ticket and discounted prices on additional tickets to each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
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Premier Membership: Patron

$650

  • Two guaranteed tickets to all Global Issues Evenings
  • Pre-event receptions at Global Issues Evenings
  • Preferred seating at all Global Issues Evenings
  • Complimentary access to Simulcast Suite at Global Issues Evenings
  • Limit two discounted tickets per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Acknowledgement on the Council website
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Premier Membership: Benefactor

$1,000

  • Two guaranteed tickets to all Global Issues Evenings
  • Pre-event reception with guest speaker prior to each Global Issues Evening
  • Preferred seating at all Global Issues Evenings
  • Complimentary access to Simulcast Suite at Global Issues Evenings
  • Small private receptions with select speakers
  • Limit two discounted tickets per each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Acknowledgement on the Council website
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Premier Membership: Ambassador’s Circle

$1,700

  • Two guaranteed tickets to all Global Issues Evenings
  • Pre-event receptions at Global Issues Evenings
  • Preferred seating at all Global Issues Evenings
  • Complimentary access to Simulcast Suite at Global Issues Evenings
  • Small private receptions with select speakers
  • One complimentary ticket and one discounted ticket to each Global Business Luncheon
  • Invitation to the Annual Member Celebration
  • Access to exclusive trips
  • Publication discounts
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Acknowledgement on the Council website
Purchase Renew Gift

Publication Perks

  • The Economist | $12 for 12-week introductory period. 10% discount on annual subscriptions. 
  • Foreign Affairs | $28 per year for Foreign Affairs Plus or $22 per year for digital or print subscriptions (30% discount).
  • The Foreign service Journal | $30 per year (40% discount) for all issues, available in digital and print. 
  • Harper's Magazine | $10.50 per year for 12 issues (38% discount).
  • PRISM 

Travel the World

Unique tours to fascinating destinations, with access to political and other local experts who provide behind-the-scenes views and briefings. This unique travel program is organized and run by the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.

Prefer the Paper Route?

We understand that some of our members desire hard copies of their newsletters, membership renewals and other Council correspondence. If you prefer the paper route, just let us know, and we’ll make sure to keep you on our mailing list.

World Affairs Council of Jacksonville
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Office: (904) 280-8162