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January news & events: World Affairs monthly Dispatch

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Thursday, January 26

TOWN HALL
What Should the U.S. Do in the Middle East?

Registration: 5 PM; Program: 5:30 PM;

Reception to follow program

FREE; ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUESTED

Walker Auditorium, Frost Hall, Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 N. River Road, Manchester NH 03106

A new year, a new administration, and a new look at critical issues facing the U.S. Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for our first event of the year! Following the Presidential Inauguration, we will hold a Town Hall event, exploring the challenges facing President-Elect Trump and his administration in the Middle Ease, including ISIS, the conflict in Syria and the future of the Iran nuclear deal. On Thursday, January 26 at 5:30 PM at Southern New Hampshire University, special guests will examine what comes next for the U.S and its allies in the most turbulent region of the world. Panelists include Dr. Jessica T. Mathews, former President of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Ambassador Jim Smith, former Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Colonel Wil Zemp, former Senior Policy Advisor to the Commander, International Security Forces – Afghanistan, and current Chief of Staff at SNHU. Register now!

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Council Announces Academic WorldQuest Keynote Speaker & Presenting Sponsors

Registration Now Open!

The World Affairs Council of New Hampshire is proud to announce that Dylan Mahalingam - philanthropist, activist and social entrepreneur - will be the keynote speaker for this year's 3rd annual NH Academic WorldQuest competition. Dylan is best know for founding Lil' MDG's, a global non-profit organization at the age of 9. We are also excited to announce our two presenting sponsors - Pax World and McLane Middleton- and thank these companies for their incredible support! Registration for Academic WorldQuest competition is now open! This team competition tests high school students' knowledge of global issues and foreign policy. If you know any high school teachers or students, please let them know about this unique and exciting opportunity to expand their global knowledge in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. The competition will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2017, at Southern New Hampshire University. Team registration is due by February 12.

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New Hampshire Volunteers Visit Estonia to Exchange Ideas with Former International Visitors

When the topic of refugee resettlement comes up, Estonia isn't the first place that comes to mind. However, with the mass influx of refugees to the continent, Estonia, along with the European Union, has agreed to accept some international refugees into their region. With this in mind, a group of 10 Estonians visited New Hampshire last year through the US Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program to learn about integrating refugees into schools and communities.

During their time in New Hampshire, the group found two of the meetings particularly useful and wanted to further the discussions on these programs back home. This past October, they invited Jodi Harper of the Granite State United Way's BRING IT program (above, right) and Anna-Marie DiPasquale (above, left), Concord High School’s Social Worker, to speak at a conference on refugee resettlement in Estonia. While both Jodi and Anna-Marie were extremely busy, they took this “opportunity of a lifetime” to visit another country and share their expertise in the field. Their schedule in Estonia provided several opportunities for them to engage with local people and explain how things are done in New Hampshire.

Following their presentations, Jodi and Anna-Marie both noticed that some were resistant to implementing their suggested changes, but that conversations started to bring people around to the ideas. Also, they helped the Estonian participants to think things through on issues the US just takes for granted, such as multiple menu choices at school lunch to accommodate dietary restrictions, and using the term "New Estonians" rather than refugees.

In the end, both Jodi and Anna-Marie loved this experience and hope to encounter more opportunities to be Citizen Diplomats. Not only did this trip benefit the people of Estonia, but both of them now have a wider world view, as well as many students at Concord High School who now feel more empowered than ever. Read the full recap on our blog or check out this article from the Concord Monitor.

Former Council Team Members Recognized

Aseeb Niazi (left), former Council Intern and Program Manager, was recently selected as a Rangel Fellow. The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program is a unique program that promotes greater diversity and excellence in the U.S. Foreign Service. The program was named to honor Congressman Rangel for his longstanding and vocal support for showing the world the diversity that is the strength of America, as well as his example of global leadership.

The Rangel Program offers thirty graduate fellowships to outstanding seniors and college graduates who want to join the Foreign Service. These fellowships help finance two-year graduate programs, provide paid internships and other professional development activities, and facilitate entry into the Foreign Service for individuals who are able to complete the Foreign Service entry requirements. Congratulations, Aseeb!

Kristine Adams (right), our 2016 Spring intern and recent graduate of St. Anselm College, was selected to participate in the Emerging Leaders Program through Global Ties U.S. Participants in this program are invited to participate in the 2017 Global Ties U.S. National Meeting (Washington D.C.) to be held in February, as well as take part in specially designed programs to advance their professional development and widen their network, including meetings with leaders in the field of public diplomacy and unprecedented networking opportunities. Kristine will have a chance to reconnect with our Director, Anna Berry, and Associate Director, Tim Horgan, at the conference. Congratulations, Kristine!

Book Review: The Long Game by Derek Chollet

BY DAVID SANOK

Editor's Note: Derek Chollet spoke to the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire last November about his recent book, "The Long Game," and our intern, David, reviewed the book for our January 2017 e-newsletter. His opinions do not represent an endorsement by the Council.

Derek Chollet's book The Long Game examines the foreign policy legacy of President Barack Obama. Chollet makes the case that Obama's decisions in foreign policy were largely successful in keeping the United States out of another war. Having worked under the Obama administration as an insider, Chollet is able to provide a closer look at the foreign policy decisions made behind closed doors as well as an in-depth analysis of the situations Obama faced at the world stage such as Syria, Russia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Libya. Chollet's book analyzes not just Obama's approach to foreign policy crisis’s, but also the circumstances that lead to America electing a president like Obama. Chollet examines how the Bush presidency conducted foreign policy prior to Obama and why the regime change philosophy of the Bush administration lead to many voters wanting a change. READ MORE ON OUR BLOG

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International Visitors from Sri Lanka studying Higher Education spent Thanksgiving day with Council Board Member Ginny Szymanowsky, and her husband, Joe (far right), an example of citizen diplomacy at its finest! Are you interested in hosting these emerging international leaders in your home for dinner and conversation? Become a citizen diplomat today! Find out who will be visiting our state next here.

Community Events Calendar

Great Decisions

Foreign Policy Discussion Group

FREE 8-week course @ Portsmouth Public Library

Tuesdays: January 10 - February 28; 10-11:15 AM or 7-8:15 PM

More information: Call 603-766-1720 to register

Adilei: An Evening of Traditional Georgian Music

Friday, January 20 at 3S Artspace in Portsmouth

8PM - Tickets: $9/ $5 Students

More information & tickets

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International Women's Day

Stay tuned for details on all of the festivities and educational programs to be offered at SNHU! Find out how you can join the movement to #BeBoldforChange in 2017.

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New Hampshire Volunteers Visit Estonia to Exchange Ideas with Former International Visitors

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 1:37 PM | Anonymous

Anna Marie DiPasquale (left) and Jodi Harper (center) talk with Estonian news reporter.

When the topic of refugee resettlement comes up, Estonia is not the first place that many people think of. Indeed, since 1997 Estonia has only received 74 refugees prior to the crisis in Europe that started last year. However, with the mass influx of refugees to the continent, Estonia, along with the EU, has agreed to accept these people into their country. With this in mind, a group of 10 people from Estonia visited New Hampshire through the US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to learn about integrating refugees into schools and communities.

Acting as their host, the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire created an International Visitor Leadership Program for the group to meet with various refugee and school officials here in the state. The intent of the program was to introduce them to the different organizations that are helping to integrate refugees, so that when Estonia sees new refugees they are better prepared to welcome them. During their time in New Hampshire, the group found two of the meetings particularly useful and wanted to further the discussions on these programs back home, the BRING IT program and a Concord High School’s Social Worker who focuses on New Americans.

Anna-Marie DiPasquale, of Concord High School, and Jodi Harper of the Granite State United Way were invited by the group to Estonia this past October to speak at a conference on refugee resettlement. While both were extremely busy with other obligations, they took this “opportunity of a lifetime” to visit another country and share their expertise in the field. Their schedule, while there, was quite busy and provided several opportunities for them to engage with local people and explain how things are done in the state.

Their presentations were quite successful, with participants coming up to them afterwards to continue conversations, something they found out later was quite unusual in Estonian culture. Anna-Marie was able to set up an opportunity for some of her students to Skype into the conference and talk directly with those in attendance about the experiences of refugee youth in transitioning to a new culture. This was a highlight for both the youth and participants, allowing for the voices of those who have experienced this journey to inform those looking to make that transition as smooth as possible.

A couple of concrete changes are already starting to occur in Estonia that will benefit the refugees as they begin to be settled there. First off, Jodi and Anna-Marie both noticed there were some who were resistant to implementing changes, but that conversations started to bring people around to the idea. Also, they helped the Estonian participants to think things through on issues the US just takes for granted. An example of this is school lunches that need to accommodate new dietary restrictions. In Estonia many schools serve one lunch to all students, in contrast to the multiple choices students have here. This made the US more flexible in making the necessary changes, while Estonia is having more issues around that. Also, what may seem small is actually indicative of a larger shift in mindset. Many of the participants picked up on the idea of using the term New Americans, rather than refugees, dedicating themselves to using New Estonians instead. Going into this work with the idea that refugees are now “one of us”, shifts the mental calculations made about who these people are, creating a more welcoming atmosphere.

In the end, both Jodi and Anna-Marie loved this experience and hope to encounter more opportunities to be Citizen Diplomats. Not only did this trip benefit the people of Estonia, but both of them now have a wider world view, as well as many students at Concord High School who now feel more empowered than ever. It truly is amazing that only two people were picked from an entire three week long, country wide visit, to engage in this opportunity and that both of them work here in NH. Without a doubt, anyone anywhere can create change in the world; you just have to be open to the opportunity.

Weekly World News Update- January 11

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 11:53 AM | Anonymous

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Syria's Road to Peace; Potential for Nuclear Destruction; The New Age of Populism; Containing Russia; 'One China' Policy; Soft or Hard Brexit; Issues in Latin America.

Syria's Road to Peace

(Andrew Parasiliti, one of the co-authors of the first article was moderator of WACA's 2016 Conference panel on Countering Violent Extremism. The link to that video is here.)

"Preventing State Collapse in Syria: U.S. Options for Dealing with Assad, Islamic State, and Al-Qaeda" Andrew Parasiliti , Kathleen Reedy, and Becca Wasser -- RAND Corporation, January 2017

"How Ceasefires in Syria Became Another Tool of Warfare" Lina Khatib -- Chatham House, January 5, 2017

"Syria's Tangled Trilateral Road to Peace" Fritz Lodge -- The Cipher Brief, January 6, 2017

"After ISIS: How to Win the Peace in Iraq and Libya" Hayder al-Khoei, Ellie Geranmayeh, and Mattia Toaldo -- European Council on Foreign Relations, January 4, 2017

Potential for Nuclear Destruction

"Bill Perry Is Terrified. Why Aren't You?" John F. Harris and Bryan Bender -- POLITICO Magazine, January 6, 2017

The New Age of Populism

"Can the EU Survive in an Age of Populism?" Daniel Gros -- CEPS, January 9, 2017

"Beware Clashes of Big-power Nationalisms in 2017 - with Europe Stuck in the middle" John Bruton -- Europe's World, January 9, 2017

"How Putin Is Using Populist Movements against the West" Ronald Brownstein -- Defense One, January 6, 2017

Containing Russia

"How We Fool Ourselves on Russia" William J. Burns -- The New York Times, January 7, 2017

"Efforts to Contain Russia Are Failing" Lilia Shevtsova -- Chatham House, January 4, 2017

'One China' Policy

"Taiwan's President and Pro-China Opposition Leader both Plan U.S. Visits" Mark C. Eades -- Foreign Policy Association, January 6, 2017

"Trump and a Tricky Relationship" Daniel Fazio -- Policy Forum, January 9, 2017

"Reinvigorating U.S. Economic Strategy in the Asia Pacific" Matthew P. Goodman, Schott Miller, and Amy Searight -- CSIS, January 5, 2017

Soft or Hard Brexit

"Why a "Soft Brexit" Is in the Interest of Both London and Brussels" Simeon Djankov -- Peterson Institute for International Economics, January 4, 2017

"Sturgeon Reiterates Hard Brexit Threat of Scottish Independence Vote" Severin Carrell -- The Guardian, January 8, 2017

Issues in Latin America

"China's Investment in Latin America" David Dollar -- BROOKINGS Institution, January 2017

"Brazil Worries the "China of South America" Is Eating Its Lunch" Bruce Douglas and Matthew Malinowski -- Bloomberg Markets, January 9, 2017

"Venezuela Crisis: Minimum Wage Increased 50 Percent As Inflation Continues To Soar" Jason Le Miere -- International Business Times, January 9, 2017

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Book Review: The Long Game

Monday, January 09, 2017 1:33 PM | Anonymous

BY DAVID SANOK

Editor's Note: Derek Chollet spoke to the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire last November about his recent book, "The Long Game," and our intern, David, reviewed the book for our January 2017 e-newsletter. His opinions do not represent an endorsement by the Council.

Derek Chollet's book The Long Game examines the foreign policy legacy of President Barack Obama. Chollet makes the case that Obama's decisions in foreign policy were largely successful in keeping the United States out of another war. Having worked under the Obama administration as an insider, Chollet is able to provide a closer look at the foreign policy decisions made behind closed doors as well as an in-depth analysis of the situations Obama faced at the world stage such as Syria, Russia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Libya. Chollet's book analyzes not just Obama's approach to foreign policy crisis’s, but also the circumstances that lead to America electing a president like Obama. Chollet examines how the Bush presidency conducted foreign policy prior to Obama and why the regime change philosophy of the Bush administration lead to many voters wanting a change.

During the 2008 election, the Iraq War was one the major issues debated by the candidates as whether to withdraw or not. While Republicans were generally in favor of remaining, most Democrats favored leaving, Obama sought to stand out from the rest of the democratic field by taking a more balanced to foreign policy. To accomplish this, Chollet examines the two strategies Obama adopted that helped distinguish himself from candidates such as Hillary Clinton and John McCain.

Firstly, Obama ran a campaign based on his better judgment because of his early opposition to the Iraq War from the start whereas Hillary, despite running on experience, voted for the war. Secondly, while Obama championed a withdrawal from Iraq, he also sought to escalate the war in Afghanistan. Obama's reasoning behind this was that America needed to focus on Afghanistan because Al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and Bin Laden were the ones who attacked America on 9/11. Obama was seeking a middle of the road position on foreign policy to maintain stability in the middle east. Obama continued to launch missiles and drone strikes on terrorist groups, but discontinued the ground troops strategy of the Bush administration.

These two strategies served Obama well again when dealing with Russia and Egypt as Chollet again gives credit to Obama for being both tough and cautious with Russia over its interventions in Ukraine and Syria. According to Chollet, Obama's use of economic sanctions was a successful use of toughness on Russia because it put pressure on President Putin to pull out of Ukraine. At the same time, Obama resisted calls from war hawks on both the left and right of the political spectrum who wanted to install a no-fly zone in Syria in case Russia tried to intervene there. Obama, however, recognized the danger of a no-fly zone because of the risk it posed of igniting a nuclear war between the United States and Russia. By adopting sanctions, Chollet argues Obama achieved peace through strength for he succeeded in damaging Russia economically and slowing down their military expansion- all without having to fire a single shot.

Throughout the Obama presidency, many governments in the Middle East were overthrown by military coups. One of the most notable was the Egyptian military coup that took place in 2011. Chollet argues Obama was right in resisting calls to intervene in the overthrow of the Egyptian government and instead work to build a relationship with the new regime. Although Egypt is now ruled by a military dictatorship, they have continued to honor existing treaties such as the 1978 peace accords with Israel and maintain a working relationship with the United States.

When it came to the military coup in Libya, Chollet defended Obama's handling of the situation despite the widespread criticism his administration received over it's decision to intervene. Although Gaddafi's death has created instability in Libya and lead to an ongoing civil war between rival factions, he still praises Obama for successfully removing Libyan president Muammar Gaddafi from power. Chollet credits Obama's decision to reach to different countries across the world and rebel groups in Libya without sending in ground troops or going in alone without allies like Bush did with Iraq.

Overall, I highly recommend “The Long Game” because it offer a unique inside view into why Obama did what he did in foreign affairs and why his policies were successful. Even if you as a reader think Obama's foreign policy was a failure and disagree with Derek Chollet's arguments, The Long Game is still worth a read because Chollet backs up his arguments based on his personal experience and includes detailed research of what Obama faced and the aftermath of his decisions.

December news & events

Friday, December 09, 2016 3:02 PM | Anonymous

Seacoast Speaker Series next week!

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World Affairs at the Library with Stephen Walt on Tuesday, December 13 at Portsmouth Public Library

Join us at for our last event of the year! We've partnered with the Portsmouth Public Library to bring Dr. Stephen Walt to the seacoast on Tuesday, December 13 at 7 PM.
For the first time in recent memory, large numbers of Americans are openly questioning their country’s strategy when it comes to international affairs. An April 2016 Pew poll found that 57 percent of Americans agree that the United States should “deal with its own problems and let others deal with theirs the best they can." Walt, the Robert and Renee Belfer Professor of International Affairs at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, will share his ideas on what the United States' global strategy should be.
Stephen Walt is a contributing editor at Foreign Policy magazine, co-chair of the editorial board of International Security, and co-editor of the Cornell Studies in Security Affairs book series. He is also the author of multiple books. His most recent book, The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy (co-authored with John J. Mearsheimer) was a New York Times best-seller and has been translated into more than twenty foreign languages.

This event will take place at 7 PM in the Levenson Community Room at the Portsmouth Public Library - 175 Parrott Ave, Portsmouth. World Affairs at the Library events are free and open to the public.

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Thursday, January 26, 2017

TOWN HALL: AMERICAN POLICY IN THE MIDDLE EAST UNDER THE NEW ADMINISTRATION

Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for a special program on the challenges facing President-Elect Donald Trump and his administration in the Middle East, including ISIS, the conflict in Syria and the future of the Iran nuclear deal. What should the U.S. and its allies do next in the world's most troubled region? Panelists, including Dr. Jessica T. Matthews, former President of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and Jim Smith, former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, will weigh options and dangers ahead followed by community discussion.

Registration: 5 PM; Program: 5:30 PM; Reception to follow program

FREE; ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUESTED

Walker Auditorium, Frost Hall, Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 N. River Road, Manchester NH 03106

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Derek Chollet shares his views on US Foreign Policy: The Very Recent Past and the Not-So-Distant Future

By David Sanok, Council Intern - The World Affairs Council of NH hosted its final Global Tipping Points event of the year on November 15 at UNH Manchester. About 80 people came out to hear Derek Chollet's talk, which addressed the strengths of Obama’s decisions in foreign affairs over the past eight years and speculated on how the incoming Trump administration may impact Obama’s achievements. Chollet served for 6 years during the Obama Administration in senior positions at the White House, State Department and Pentagon, and as the US Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs. These experiences inspired his new book The Long Game: How Obama Defied Washington and Redefined America's Role in the World.

Chollet praised Obama for his bold yet cautious approach when confronted with international crisis’s and defended the administration’s handling of Syria, Russia, Ukraine, and Iran. Chollet pointed to Obama's handling of the “red line” situation Syria as a success rather than a failure because Obama convinced the Syrian president to hand over chemical weapons without having to go to war. He also highlighted the President’s use of sanctions on specific Russian officials and the negotiation of the Iran deal to phase out Iran’s nuclear program as examples of achieving foreign policy goals without using military force.

Chollet expressed a mixture of worry and uncertainty as to whether Obama's foreign policy achievements would survive under the administration of President-Elect Donald Trump. Trump’s demonstrated tendency to quickly change positions makes it uncertain as to what course of action he ultimately will take. Chollet emphasized that the gains made by Obama and his legacy in terms of foreign policy may very well be diminished, or at the least altered by his successor. Watch for an in-depth review of Chollet's book coming next month in the dispatch!

The Annual Fund: Help Us Bring the World to NH

Collected: $4,170 - Goal:$5,000 - DONATE NOW!

We're currently at 83% of our fundraising goal for the Annual Fund - that leaves us with $830 left to raise! Please consider making a donation by December 31 to help support the World Affairs Council of NH, our mission, and our programs! THANK YOU!!

Seacoast Library Talk Explores Details of Israeli- Palestinian Conflict

By Doaa Shabana, Council Intern - In partnership with the World Affairs Council of NH, the Portsmouth Public Library hosted Dov Waxman, Professor of Political Science, International Affairs, and Israel Studies at Northeastern University, on Tuesday, October 25 .

Waxman discussed why Obama’s administration failed to solve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict over eight years, asserting that it wasn’t for a lack of trying. "His time in office will be remembered as the time in which the possibility of a two state solution effectively ended," Waxman said.

Also, he elaborated on factors that caused a slow down in the peace process, including both Israeli and Palestinian political unwillingness to solve the conflict, and other problems in the Middle East that have taken attention away from the Israeli-Palestinian issue.

The event had about 70 attendee, who were very engaged with the topic. A lot of questions were asked by the audience, such as how the Arab spring affected the the peace process, the rise of the Islamic state and his predictions about the future of the conflict. Waxman said that he’s not very optimistic about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict being solved anytime soon, with the status quo prevailing.

Academic WorldQuest Registration Now Open!

Registration for our 3rd annual Academic WorldQuest competition is now open! This team competition tests high school students' knowledge of global issues and foreign policy. If you know any high school teachers or students, please let them know about this unique and exciting opportunity to expand their global knowledge in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. The competition will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2017, at Southern New Hampshire University.

MORE INFORMATION HERE!

Photo Gallery:

Council Executive Director Anna Berry, President Steve Solomon and Treasurer Andy Supplee all attended the World Affairs Councils of America National Conference in Washington D.C. in November. They attended many panel discussions, such as the one above on countering extremism. Photo - @WACAmerica

International Visitors from Malta, in NH to study the US Elections, get the chance to speak with State Senator Donna Soucy at the NH Joint Democratic Campaign Office.

The Maltese visitors, on a tour at WMUR's studios, pause to take a photo with anchor Erin Fehlau.

International Opportunities for Teachers & Students

TEACHERS: Study trip to the United Arab Emirates

The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth invites educators from around the United States to apply for an expenses-paid study trip to the United Arab Emirates on March 11-19, 2017. The program is supported by the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C.

As many as a dozen 6th-12th grade educators from North Texas and across the U.S. may be selected for the trip that begins with a one-day get-acquainted workshop at the UAE Embassy in DC on March 10. Participants then travel to the UAE, a nation of more than 9 million people with a globally respected education system.

Applications will be accepted until 5:30 PM (CST) on Thursday, December 15. Submit applications to Amy Miller, Director of Education at the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth, at amiller@dfwworld.org.

STUDENTS:

High school:

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) offers merit-based scholarships for to study for an academic year in Germany. The program was established in 1983 to celebrate German-American friendship based on common values of democracy. Students live with host families, attend local schools, and participate in community life in Germany. For more information and application deadlines, visit the organization in charge of recruitment for your state at usagermanyscholarship.org. Deadline for NH students is December 12.

Undergraduate:

Cultural Vistas Fellowship, a funded professional development program, is now accepting applications for the 2017 program year! The Cultural Vistas Fellowship is an 8-week summer internship program that gives undergraduate students who have not yet participated in a formal study or internship abroad program the opportunity to gain practical work experience in Argentina, Germany or India. The Cultural Vistas Fellowship is open to students in all fields who can demonstrate their interest in or commitment to advancing their career goals, developing global competencies, and experiencing life in another culture. Application Deadline is January 6.

Community Events Calendar

TONIGHT! Wednesday, December 7 at 5:30 PM

Going Global Entrepreneur Forum

Laconia-based Orion Entrance Control, Inc. will be the featured presenter at the next Entrepreneur Forum, one of the Council’s marquee events. The kick-off theme will be “going global,” an issue Orion faces as the company looks to expand its reach to the worldwide market.

FIRST, 200 Bedford Street, Manchester, NH 03101

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Friday, December 9, 12 - 1:30PM

Opportunities for the New President and Congress: A Discussion on How to Address the Nation's Fiscal Challenges

Brown bag lunch and panel discussion with Former US congressmen for NH Charles Bass, Paul Hodes, William H. Zeliff and Ambassador George Bruno.

Co-sponsored by The Concord Coalition and the Warren B. Rudman Center

The Rich Room, Warren B. Rudman Center at UNH School of Law (2 White St. Concord)

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November news & events!

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After the dust settles from the presidential election, join us for our second Global Tipping Points event to ponder foreign policy under the next administration. On Tuesday, November 15, we will hear from Derek Chollet about his new book, The Long Game: How Obama Defied Washington and Redefined America's Role in the World. With the unique perspective of having served at the three national security power centers during President Barak Obama's tenure - the White House, State Department, and Pentagon- Chollet will examine the President's foreign policy legacy and offer important lessons for the next administration.

This event will take place at 6 PM in the Multipurpose room (Room 201) at UNH Manchester - 88 Commercial Street. Global Tipping Points events are free and open to the public, and registration online is appreciated!

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International Visitors from Across the Global Visit NH for 2016 Election

Five politically active women from Nigeria tour the NH State House during their visit to the state.

With just one day left before the 2016 election, most of us are tired of all things political. However, the world is still watching with much curiosity. During the months of October and November, WACNH’s International Visitors Program has hosted ten groups focused on topics including U.S. politics, the electoral process, and campaign techniques. The groups have been from places such as South East Asia and the Pacific, Malta, Nigeria, Central and South America and the Middle East and North Africa. During their stay in the state, most groups have met with representatives from both the Republican and Democratic parties, visited state campaign headquarters, attended political rallies, and spoken with voters. Visitors were very excited to be here in person, learning about the elections from the people who participate in them, rather than from the media.

Foreign Policy Forums at SNHU Tap into Candidates' World Views

(Left) Governor Maggie Hassan with moderator Dean Spiliotes on October 28; (Right) Senator Kelly Ayotte with SNHU College Republicans on October 26.

The World Affairs Council of NH hosted Foreign Policy Forums with the candidates for US Senate at Southern NH University on October 26 and 28. Partnering with both the SNHU College Republicans and the NH College Democrats, the Council provided the opportunity for both candidates to clarify their positions on issues of global importance, and steps they would take to put their views into action, if elected. The conversation was moderated by SNHU civics scholar and political commentator Dean Spiliotes, who interwove his questions with written questions from the audience. Among other topics, both Ayotte and Hassan responded to questions concerning US immigration reform, combating ISIS, Russia's aggression in Europe and Syria, and climate change and the Paris Agreement. The forum with Senator Ayotte was featured in the Union Leader.

We were happy to be able to provide Council members and the citizens of the state with this opportunity to hear the candidates' views on foreign policy!

The Annual Fund: Help Us Bring the World to NH

Collected: $1,245 - Goal:$5,000 - DONATE NOW!

We need to raise $5,000 by December 31 for our Annual Fund, which supports dozens of free educational programs on world affairs. We have currently raised nearly 25% of our goal. Please consider making a donation in support of the World Affairs Council of NH, our mission, and our programs!

Global Tipping Points Explores Brexit with UK Consul General

By David Sanok- In early October, Harriet Cross, UK Consul General to Boston, spoke at UNH Manchester to discuss the future of the United Kingdom post-Brexit. Specifically, she focused on the relationship between the UK and Europe as well as the relationship between America and the UK. Cross began by expressing her disappointment in the UK's decision to leave the European Union. In her view, immigration control and economic anxiety were the biggest contributing factors in the leave voters' decision exit the EU.

Yet, Cross was very optimistic about the UK's future and expressed confidence that the British Government would secure a favorable trade deal with Europe and America once the UK officially leaves the EU. Since the vote, Cross has been reassuring New England business and political leaders Brexit would not affect their trade relations. Securing favorable deals with Europe and America is also critical in maintaining a strong union, as Scotland and Northern Ireland both voted overwhelmingly to stay in the EU. She concluded her talk by trying to paint Brexit as the beginning of a new glory era for the UK rather than a gloomy future.

Council & Staff news

Council Director Appointed to NH Bar Foundation

Anna Berry was appointed the New Hampshire Bar Foundation Board of Directors in August. NHBF promotes the role of lawyers in securing equal access to justice and supports the charitable and educational aims of the NH Bar and its members. The Bar Foundation carries out its mission by reliably administering the Supreme Court Rule 50 "Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts" program, responsibly managing the Foundation's Justice Grants program, and encouraging thoughtful philanthropy by members of the profession.

Meet David, WACNH Intern

By DAVID SANOK- Hi, my name is David Sanok, a graduate of the University of Southern Maine, and I'm currently an intern at the World Affairs Council looking to study global affairs. Ever since high school, studying global affairs has been one of my biggest passions because I want to understand what is happening around the world and how it will affect the United States in some way or another. As a student at USM, I majored in Communication and Media Studies to gain skills in dealing with people in different business and cultural environments.The World Council brings in people like me who are interested in global issues to hear people from different countries talking about their culture and the situations they face. I want to understand global affairs from a worldly perspective rather than just an American point of view and the World Council of NH gives many different interns like myself that opportunity."

Council Featured in Business NH Magazine

Wow! We were thrilled to be featured in Business NH Magazine this month for our work to connect New Hampshire with the world through public education programs and the International Visitor Leadership Program! We will add a link when the full article is posted online.

Academic WorldQuest Registration Now Open!

Registration for our 3rd annual Academic WorldQuest competition is now open! This team competition tests high school students' knowledge of global issues and foreign policy. If you know any high school teachers or students, please let them know about this unique and exciting opportunity to expand their global knowledge in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. The competition will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2017, at Southern New Hampshire University.

MORE INFORMATION HERE!

International Opportunities for Teachers & Students

Study trip to the United Arab Emirates

The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth invites educators from around the United States to apply for an expenses-paid study trip to the United Arab Emirates on March 11-19, 2017. The program is supported by the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C.

As many as a dozen 6th-12th grade educators from North Texas and across the U.S. may be selected for the trip that begins with a one-day get-acquainted workshop at the UAE Embassy in DC on March 10. Participants then travel to the UAE, a nation of more than 9 million people with a globally respected education system.

Applications will be accepted until 5:30 PM (CST) on Thursday, December 15. Submit applications to Amy Miller, Director of Education at the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth, at amiller@dfwworld.org.

For students:

High school:

Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Abroad Program offers merit-based scholarships to study for an academic year in countries that may include Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Macedonia, Malaysia, Morocco, Philippines, Senegal, Thailand, and Turkey. This program increases understanding between people in the United States and people in countries with significant Muslim populations. Students live with host families, attend local high schools, do community service, and complete a capstone project. Applications for academic year 2017-18 programs are due December 1. Visit yes-abroad.org for more information.

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) offers merit-based scholarships for to study for an academic year in Germany. The program was established in 1983 to celebrate German-American friendship based on common values of democracy. Students live with host families, attend local schools, and participate in community life in Germany. For more information and application deadlines, visit the organization in charge of recruitment for your state at usagermanyscholarship.org. Deadline for NH students is December 12.

Undergraduate:

Cultural Vistas Fellowship, a funded professional development program, is now accepting applications for the 2017 program year! The Cultural Vistas Fellowship is an 8-week summer internship program that gives undergraduate students who have not yet participated in a formal study or internship abroad program the opportunity to gain practical work experience in Argentina, Germany or India. The Cultural Vistas Fellowship is open to students in all fields who can demonstrate their interest in or commitment to advancing their career goals, developing global competencies, and experiencing life in another culture.

Community Events Calendar

Wednesday, November 16

NH International Seminar Series

UNH Durham - MUB Theater 2 - 12:40-2 PM

Steven Zyck, Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Affairs, Doha Institute, Qatar
The International Humanitarian Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Saturday, November 19
Freedom Gala 2016

3S Artspace, Portsmouth NH - 7PM

View the NE GIFT Box Exhibit and local art submissions; hear from human trafficking survivor Jasmine Marino and Freedom Café Program Director Bryan Bessette about the need for and role of The Freedom Café to address the fastest growing form of global crime.

Monday, November 21

SNHU International Education Week - International Fair

Student Center, SNHU - 12-2PM

Come to SNHU's International Fair to kick off the start of International Education Week! WACNH will have a table, as will other globally-minded organizations and clubs.

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Council Featured in Business NH Magazine

Wednesday, November 02, 2016 1:29 PM | Anonymous

Wow! We are thrilled to be featured in Business NH Magazine this month for our work to connect #NH with the #world through public education programs and the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP)! We will add the link when the full article is posted online.

Watch the Global Business Summit online!

Friday, October 14, 2016 9:19 AM | Anonymous

Did you miss our September 27 Global Business Summit on cyber security?

Watch it here and find out the latest on cyber conflicts and protecting your privacy!

October News & Events!

Tuesday, October 04, 2016 4:04 PM | Anonymous

WORLD AFFAIRS DISPATCH

October 2016 E-NEWS
CALENDAR- DONATE - MEMBERSHIP

Join us TONIGHT, October 4, for the series kick-off of Global Tipping Points, as we partner with UNH Manchester to take a look at our transitioning world from a variety of perspectives. We will hear fromHarriet Cross, UK General Consul to Boston on Beyond Brexit: What Comes Next for Great Britain and the UK. Cross will address the surprising decision made by a majority of British voters to leave the European Union, which will be triggered by 2019, and foreign policy goals under the new administration. Don't miss this opportunity to find out the latest from across the pond!

Also mark your calendars for the second event on Tuesday, November 15. We will hear from Derek Chollet about his new book, The Long Game: How Obama Defied Washington and Redefined America's Role in the World. With the unique perspective of having served at the three national security power centers during President Barak Obama's tenure - the White House, State Department, and Pentagon- Chollet will examine the President's foreign policy legacy and offer important lessons for the next administration.

Both events will take place at 6 PM in the Multipurpose room (Room 201) at UNH Manchester - 88 Commercial Street. Global Tipping Points events are free and open to the public, and registration online is appreciated!

WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL TO HOST

FOREIGN POLICY FORUMS WITH

SENATE CANDIDATES AT SNHU

Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for a series of Foreign Policy Forums featuring the Democratic and Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate, in partnership with SNHU College Republicans and NH College Democrats. The forums, addressing each candidate's views on America's role in the world, will be moderated by SNHU Civic Scholar Dean Spiliotes. The series is intended to better educate voters about current global challenges before Election Day on November 8.

Each event is free and open to the public but advance registration is required online at our website. Both programs take place at Mara Auditorium on the SNHU campus and will begin promptly at 5:30 PM. Registration opens at 5 PM. Late arrivals will not be admitted. Senator Kelly Ayotte will speak on Wednesday, October 26 and Governor Maggie Hassan will speak onFriday, October 28.

Disclaimer: Please note that this event does not signify an endorsement of any candidate or issue by the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire or any of their partners. This series is designed to educate voters about candidates' ideas and to help better inform their decisions at the ballot box. The opinions expressed will be neither the opinions of Southern New Hampshire University or its Trustees nor endorsed by Southern New Hampshire University.

Upcoming Programs - 2016 CALENDAR

Latest news

Global Business Summit Tackles Cyber Security

GBS Speaker and Panelists (L to R) Trey Herr, Dave Allen, Edna Conway, JP Harris, and moderator Massood Samii.

More than 100 members, students, and local business leaders joined us last week for the 5th annual Global Business Summit, held in partnership with Southern New Hampshire University. Harvard Kennedy School expert Trey Herr and local panelists Dave Allen (Dyn), Edna Conway (Cisco) and JP Harris (Sheehan Phinney) engaged the audience in a lively discussion on what individuals, corporations and our nation can and should do in order to protect ourselves from online attacks and threats. Herr shared his insights, strongly advising every individual to use a password manager such as LastPass; and use another messaging app instead of text messaging to keep your information safe with encryption before it leaves your phone. The panel also fielded interesting questions from the audience, such as the vulnerability of our home wi-fii networks and also of the national power grid.

As one audience member put it, the discussion was "extremely interesting and illuminating"! We'd like to thank all Global Business Summit attendees, patrons, partners and sponsors for helping to make the event such a success!

World Affairs Councils of America's 2016 National Conference

America and Global Megatrends

Wednesday, November 16- Friday, November 18 in Washington, D.C.

More information and Registration

For more than two decades, the World Affairs Councils of America's annual conference has presented top government officials, diplomats, business executives, civic leaders, think tank policy experts and journalists to a national audience. Council leaders and members from WACA's 95 affiliates across the country engage with these speakers and thought leaders over the course of three stimulating days in our nation's capital. This year, The Honorable Penny Pritzker, U.S. Secretary of Commerce, and UPS Chairman and CEO David Abney will keynote Ambassadors Luncheon on the topic: Why Trade and the Trans-Pacific Partnership Matter.

Additionally, The National Board of Directors of the World Affairs Councils of America is pleased to announce that WACA will offer 25 scholarships for undergraduate students from the Council network to attend our 2016 National Conference The WACA Board is offering these scholarships in order to fulfill our educational mission and to prepare future leaders for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. For more information, contact the NH Council at council@wacnh.org.

Meet Doaa Shabana, WACNH Intern!

BY DOAA SHABANA

Hi, I’m Doaa Shabana, a graduate student at SNHU from Egypt. I come from the hottest place in the world right now and by hottest I don’t mean only weather- the Middle East is witnessing events that are reshaping history. Back in 2011, I was one of the Egyptian youth who participated in the revolution. The Revolution began on January 25, 2011, and was the spark of the Arabic spring that engulfed the region. We had big dreams for ourselves and our country, and after the revolution, everyone started to think about how they would contribute to rebuilding our country. I was concerned about women in my country, who had been oppressed and facing many challenges. I hope to enhance the condition of women in my country and help them to pursue their dreams.

As a part of a USAID program, I received a scholarship to study for my Master of Business Administration in the USA. I spent my entire life in a small, quiet city in Egypt, so leaving my comfort zone has not been easy. Here, I sometimes face stereotypes and prejudice. I hope that by working with the World Affairs Council, I will continue to build bridges with people from different cultures and inspire women in my country to pursue their passion. I did it, so they can too!

Academic WorldQuest Registration Now Open!

Registration for our 3rd annual Academic WorldQuest competition is now open! If you know any high school teachers or students, please let them know about this unique and exciting opportunity to expand their global knowledge in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. The competition will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at Southern New Hampshire University. This team competition test high school students' knowledge of global issues and foreign policy,

MORE INFORMATION HERE!

PHOTO GALLERY

A few more photos from the Global Business Summit!

Summit attendees enjoy a reception in SNHU's Banquet Hall before the program begins.

Trey Herr, the summit's featured speaker addresses the audience about cyber security.

Our three local panelist Dave Allen of Dyn (L); Edna Conway of Cisco (Center) and JP Harris of Sheehan Phinney (R).

Our new intern Doaa (center) with WACNH President Steve Solomon (left) and Executive Director Anna Berry (right). Photos courtesy Irja Cilluffo.

Community Events Calendar

Wednesday, October 12 at 6 PM

His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, in conversation with Nicholas Burns and David Gergen

His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the United States, in conversation with Nicholas Burns, Director, Future of Diplomacy Project, Faculty Chair, Middle East Initiative and Roy and Barbara Goodman Family Professor of the Practice of Diplomacy and International Relations, Harvard Kennedy School, andDavid Gergen, Co-Director, Center for Public Leadership and Professor of Public Service, Harvard Kennedy School.

Please RSVP here (required) by Oct. 6

Nye ABC, Taubman Building, Fifth Floor, Havard Kennedy School, Boston

CELEBRATE DIWALI!

Saturday, November 5

Registration Link: Diwali Registration

India Association of New Hampshire (IANH), the largest South Asian association in the New Hampshire region, will host its annual Diwali Festival and Dandiya on Saturday November 5, 2016 at Nashua High School North, located at 10 Chuck Druding Drive, Nashua, NH. A time to ring in change of seasons, as the community comes together to celebrate. With its popularity growing tremendously over the past few years, IANH expects a crowd of over five hundred people to attend the Diwali event. Festivities will kick-off with cultural performances by local talent, followed by social hour, dinner and culminating with garba/dandiya. The DJ for the night is the well known DJ Rishi Sher Bawa of Silk Events, of the New England area who has had full-houses at many dance parties.

Wednesday, November 16th at 5:30 PM

Robert Frost Hall - Walker Auditorium SNHU

FILM SCREENING: "Chungking Express" (Hong Kong, 1994)

Join the SNHU School of Arts and Sciences for the Fall 2016 SNHU Film Series: Contemporary GlobalCinema.

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NEWS & September EVENTS

Friday, September 16, 2016 10:23 AM | Anonymous

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

HOW TODAY'S CYBER CONFLICTS IMPACT NEW HAMPSHIRE

& THE WORLD

"Much of America seems to view all things cyber as being akin to the black arts... something more to be feared and placated than understood. No more. It's time to step out of the darkness and review the body of history and academic commentary that has been developed. And much of that has been conveniently captured in 'Cyber Insecurity: Navigating the Perils of the Next Information Age,' a real primer for anyone wanting to better understand the emerging age."

~MICHAEL HAYDEN, Former CIA Director

Featuring TREY HERR
Cyber Security Expert, Harvard Kennedy School & Author of, "Cyber Insecurity: Navigating the Perils of the Next Information Age"
& Panel Discussion with DAVE ALLEN, Dyn;

EDNA CONWAY, Cisco; & JP HARRIS, Sheehan Phinney

Dining Center, Southern NH University, 2500 N. River Road, Manchester NH 03106

5 PM- Reception; 6 PM- Program

REGISTER NOW!

Tickets: $25/Council Member; $35/Not-yet-member; SNHU students free (with advance registration)

PRESENTED BY:

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

JOAN & ALAN REISCHE; CAROLYN & STEWART RICHMOND; STEVEN SOLOMON;

GINNY & JOE SZYMANOWSKI; ANDREW SUPPLEE

THANK YOU PARTNERS:

CONTACT US FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!

Join us for our fall series of Global Tipping Points programs as we partner with UNH Manchester to take a look at our transitioning world from a variety of perspectives.

The series kicks off on October 4 with Harriet Cross, UK General Consul to Boston and her talk Beyond Brexit: What Comes Next for Great Britain and the UK. Ms. Cross will address the surprising decision made by a majority of British voters to leave the European Union and foreign policy goals under the new administration. Find out the latest from across the pond!

On November 15, we will hear from Derek Chollet about his new book, The Long Game: How Obama Defied Washington and Redefined America's Role in the World. With the unique perspective of having served at the three national security power centers during President Barak Obama's tenure - the White House, State Department, and Pentagon- Chollet will examine the President's foreign policy legacy and offer important lessons for the next administration.

Both events will take place at 6 PM in the Multipurpose room (Room 201) at UNH Manchester - 88 Commercial Street. Global Tipping Points events are free and open to the public, and registration online is appreciated!

Upcoming Programs - 2016 CALENDAR

Tuesday, September 27 Global Business Summit

Wednesday, September 28
World Affairs at
the Library

Tuesday, October 4
Global Tipping Points

Tuesday,
October 18
China Town Hall

Join us to learn how today's cyber conflicts impact you, NH and the world. Featuring Trey Herr, Cyber Security Expert, Harvard Kennedy School.

5 PM
Dining Center, SNHU
Manchester

REGISTER NOW

Professor Kelly M. Greenhill, of, Tufts University, will discuss "new security challenges" such as the use of forced migration as a political and military weapon.

7 PM
Portsmouth Public Library

REGISTER NOW

Consul General Harriet Cross will address what comes next for the UK and EU following the recent "Brexit" vote.

6 PM
UNH Manchester

REGISTER NOW!

This year's China Town Hall - Local Connections, National Reflections will feature a live webcast with speaker Henry Kissinger.

7 PM
UNH, Durham

MORE INFO

Latest news

International Visitors Program Hosts Pakistani Group to Exchange Ideas on Fighting Substance Abuse

Last month, the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire hosted its first ever International Visitor Leadership Program on Drug Use Reduction. This group, sponsored by the US Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, visited the U.S. on a three week study tour to learn about how we are combating drug addiction. With New Hampshire struggling through the opioid crisis for the past several years, the state was well positioned to highlight effective programs for prevention, treatment, and recovery.

“Pakistan is always 20 years behind the US in terms of problems, with the solutions coming another 20 years later," one visitor remarked. "Now we have the opportunity to see exactly what is going on in the U.S. so we can get a handle on these issues much sooner.”

The Pakistani group's was particularly inspired by the Safe Stations program at the Manchester Fire Department, which opens all 10 fire stations in the city as safe havens for drug addicts who don’t know where else to turn. They were amazed at the ingenuity of EMS Officer Chris Hickey in designing this program and the partnerships necessary to make it work. Many discussions were held during, and after, the meeting about how to build these relationships, so they can have the same success back in Pakistan.

After two days of intense meetings, the group left New Hampshire with a better understanding of our challenges and successes. Their travels to D.C., Ohio, Texas, and Florida also allowed them to see the diversity of the country and responses to a crisis that is reaching every sector of society. They returned home at the end of August energized and full of new ideas to help those ready to end their addictions.

Survey Shows: Young People Don't Understand the World

Help us more students be prepared for our global future- like Souhegan's winning Academic WorldQuest team- by making a gift!

A new survey from National Georgraphic and the Council on Foreign Relations on global literacy finds big gaps between what young people understand about today’s world and what they need to know to successfully navigate and compete in it.

Less than half of American college-aged students could name the world’s most prevalent language (Mandarin) and an even smaller number could identify Muslim-majority countries. However, nearly three-quarters of young people report that they want to be informed about world history, foreign cultures and global events and those topics are increasingly important to them.

We’re proud to give local students opportunities to increase their global knowledge and engagement, whether its meeting international visitors in their classroom or testing their skills at Academic WorldQuest. We believe in the power of global education and understanding to make a difference here and abroad, and we know you do too. Together, we will ensure New Hampshire’s current and future generations can thrive within the global economy.

Help us bring the world to NH in 2017 and beyond! We need to raise $5,000 by December 31 for our Annual Fund, which supports dozens of free educational programs on world affairs. Thank you for your support!

Academic WorldQuest Registration Opening SOON!

Registration for NH's 3rd annual Academic WorldQuest competition will be opening soon! If you know any high school teachers or students, please let them know about this unique and exciting opportunity to expand their global knowledge in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. The competition will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at Southern New Hampshire University. This team competition test high school students' knowledge of global issues and foreign policy,

MORE INFORMATION HERE!

PHOTO GALLERY

International visitors from India celebrate the 4th of July by attending a parade in Merrimack.

International Visitors from all over the world meet with New Hampshire Community Seafood to talk about community sourced fish and how it can help support both the local community and the fishing community.

Community Events Calendar

NH Highland Games & Festival

THIS WEEKEND! Friday, September 16 to Sunday, September 18 - 8 AM-5 PM daily

Loon Mountain in Lincoln, NH

One of the largest and most diverse Highland Games held in the United States. This celebration of Scottish heritage is held each year at Loon Mountain Resort in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and includes Scottish Heavy Athletics, Highland dancing and much more! MORE INFORMATION

Cuba Si! Exhibit - Portsmouth Public Library
Exhibit: September 1-30

The show will highlight paintings, prints and iconic movie posters produced in Cuba, as well as photographs of Cuba by local Seacoast photographers.

More information

World Affairs Councils of America National Conference: America and Global Megatrends - November 16-18 in Washington D.C.

For more than two decades, the World Affairs Councils of America's annual conference has presented top government officials, diplomats, business executives, civic leaders, think tank policy experts and journalists to a national audience. Council leaders and members from WACA's 95 affiliates across the country engage with these speakers and thought leaders over the course of three stimulating days in our nation's capital. Registration Now Open!

* Events listed here and on our website are not necessarily endorsed or supported by WACNH but we like to share information that might be of interest from other community organizations! To see all upcoming events, visit our Community Events page online and follow us on Facebook! *

World Affairs Council of New Hampshire
SNHU - 2500 North River Road - Manchester - NH - 01306

www.wacnh.org - 603.314.7970 - council@wacnh.org

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