World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Southern Indiana

Intern with WAC!

WAC interns gain hands-on experience in global education programs, events, communications, and community outreach. Plus, you’ll receive a stipend at the end of the internship!

If you’re passionate about global engagement, leadership development, and nonprofit work, this is an incredible opportunity to learn, lead, and make a real impact.

Apply here: https://www.worldkentucky.org/jobs-internships

Questions? Contact Aletia at [email protected]

Who better to discuss Cuba's future than those with personal connections to the island and experts who have spent decades studying its politics and society?

We're excited to announce the panelists for our upcoming discussion TOMORROW, Cuba's Uncertain Future. Join the World Affairs Council for a FREE panel with Luis David Fuentes, Alejandro Pousa, Amalia Gamez, and Julie Bunck. Our conconversation will be moderated by Kenya Young.

📅 July 23, 2026
🕔 6:00pm
📍 The Filson Historical Society

👉 Register here: https://www.worldkentucky.org/upcomingevents/popup-cuba

Please note: The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indiana is a nonpartisan nonprofit; views expressed in our programs are those of the speakers and not the Council, its staff, board, or sponsors.

Volcanic peaks, golden shores, and one unforgettable view.

Bartolomé Island is one of those places that feels almost unreal. After arriving by boat, travelers will take a guided climb to a panoramic lookout above Pinnacle Rock, where the dramatic volcanic landscape meets the bright blue waters of the Galápagos.

It’s a chance to stand above one of the world’s most iconic island views—and experience the raw beauty that makes the Galápagos so extraordinary.

Join us for an unforgettable travel experience through Quito and the Galápagos Islands! Register today: https://www.worldkentucky.org/upcomingevents/signature-destinations-quito-galapagos

Join us at Asia Institute-Crane House for a post-screening event of “Pinball”, an Arab American documentary based in Louisville, Kentucky, directed by Naveen Chaubal and produced by Bryn Silverman 🎥✨

"PINBALL follows Yosef, a spirited athlete, in Louisville as he dives into the memories of his journey from Iraq to America and what it means to chase his dreams in the shadow of a war that displaced his family from their Iraqi homeland."

Food and drinks will be provided for this event as we celebrate and discuss the film🥤🥘

🗓️ July 26th | 3:00PM
📍Asia Institute-Crane House
1244 S. Third. St. Louisville, KY 40203

Cuba is facing one of the most significant economic and political crises in its modern history. Power outages, inflation, food shortages, and evolving U.S. policy are reshaping life on the island—and raising important questions about what comes next.

Join the World Affairs Council for a FREE panel discussion exploring Cuba's future through multiple perspectives. Hear from experts and community voices as they examine the island's current challenges, U.S.-Cuba relations, and the impact on Cubans both on the island and throughout the diaspora.

📅 July 23, 2026
🕔 6:00pm
📍 The Filson Historical Society

👉 Register here: https://www.worldkentucky.org/upcomingevents/popup-cuba

Please note: The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indiana is a nonpartisan nonprofit; views expressed in our programs are those of the speakers and not the Council, its staff, board, or sponsors.

The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indiana extends its deepest condolences to the people of the Dagbon Kingdom and our friends in Tamale following the passing of His Royal Majesty Ndan Ya-Na Abukari II, King and Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom.

As Louisville's Sister City, Tamale holds a special place in our global community. We join our partners, friends, and all those mourning the loss of a revered leader whose legacy of wisdom, peace, and unity touched countless lives.

Our thoughts are with the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the global Dagbon community during this time of mourning.

The Lion King of Gbewaa, "A Great Tree of the Dagbon Kingdom, has fallen."

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un.
"Indeed, to Allah we belong, and indeed, to Him we shall return."

His Royal Majesty Nnda Yaa Naa Abukari II, King and Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, President of the Dagbon Traditional Council and Northern Region House of Chiefs has passed.

As Zosimli Naa, a daughter of Dagbon, we mourn alongside the Royal Family, my fellow Chiefs, elders, and the people of our beloved Kingdom across the globe.

Though our hearts are heavy, His Majesty's legacy will not be measured only by the years of his reign, but by his voice of wisdom that echoed across nations, the peace he fiercely stewarded and protected, and the unwavering devotion to the vision of a United Dagbon.

Rest well, Your Majesty, Nnda.

Journey well.

May the Almighty God grant eternal peace to His Royal Majesty and comfort us all during this time of mourning.

I humbly ask friends around the world to keep the Dagbon Kingdom and all who loved His Majesty in your prayers.

Meet the giants of the Galápagos. 🐢✨

During our Quito & Galápagos Signature Destination, travelers will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, where science and conservation come together to protect some of the islands’ most iconic residents. Learn how researchers and local conservationists are working to safeguard giant tortoises, restore fragile habitats, and preserve the remarkable species that make the Galápagos unlike anywhere else in the world.

It’s a chance to look beyond the postcard views and discover the people, research, and care helping protect this extraordinary place for generations to come.

Join us for an unforgettable travel experience through Quito and the Galápagos Islands! Register today: https://www.worldkentucky.org/upcomingevents/signature-destinations-quito-galapagos