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The Cleveland Council on World Affairs Welcomes New Board Member Ronn Richard The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) is delighted to welcome Ronn Richard, former President and CEO of The Cleveland Foundation, to its…

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The Cleveland Council on World Affairs Honors U.S. Diplomatic Corps  The year 2023 marks the Centennial of the Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA), and the 10th anniversary of CCWA’s Global Impact Award. The Global…

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We are pleased to welcome the Cleveland Council on World Affairs’ Global Ambassadors 2023-2024 Cohort. CCWA’s Global Ambassadors program invites emerging leaders in Northeast Ohio on a transformative journey to think more globally and to…

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The Cleveland Council on World Affairs Welcomes Three Honorary Directors The Cleveland Council on World Affairs (CCWA) is honored to welcome three new Honorary Directors to the organization: Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley, Ambassador Jennifer L. Brush,…

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The Cleveland Council on World Affairs Welcomes Jacob Connell to the Team The Cleveland Council on World Affairs is pleased to welcome a new colleague to our team. Jacob Connell joins the team as CCWA’s…

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A Podcast from the Cleveland Council on World Affairs

Hear firsthand accounts and perspectives on current global issues and examine international news stories behind the headlines. Experts, government officials, representatives of the media, and diplomats explore relevant and timely geopolitical topics ranging from foreign policy to world economics and current global issues. Join the global conversation!

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Episode 62: Lessons from the Edge: Ukraine in Crisis with Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch

Ambassador Marie "Masha" Yovanovitch has a stark but hopeful story to tell of the dedication of foreign service officers and her own career. As Ambassador...
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Episode 61: How the UN is Tackling Global Crises: An Insider’s Perspective with UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, Melissa Fleming

The world has always been managing crises. From armed conflict to climate change and pandemics, the United Nations is the place where the international community...
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Episode 60: International Women of Courage: Honoring the 2023 Awardees

The International Women of Courage Award given by the U.S. Secretary of State recognizes extraordinary women from around the world who have demonstrated exceptional courage,...

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