Welcome to the
WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF TACOMA
Our Work
The World Affairs Council of Tacoma is a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mission is to promote public understanding of world affairs and to enhance the ability of its members to engage in a global community. We feature guest speakers such as diplomats, academics, business professionals, and journalists. Speakers provide the opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful discussions about world affairs.
Join Us
We create and promote activities to enhance public awareness and interest in international, cultural, economic, and political issues -- especially those with relevance to the greater Tacoma community. We provide insight into the world today through special guest speakers, travel programs, and unique networking events. Click below for details on WACT Memberships.
The Tacoma Immigrant Stories Project
WACT is happy to bring you Iullia Didkivska's inspiring story of her immigration to Tacoma from Ukraine in 2022. For more information and our full collection of interviews, check out The Tacoma Immigrant Stories Project page.
If you are a first generation immigrant living in Tacoma and interested in joining our project, please contact us.
Upcoming Events
Thu, Feb 08Bellarmine Prep School, Connelly CenterFeb 08, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PMBellarmine Prep School, Connelly Center , 2300 S Washington St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
Wed, Mar 27Milgard Hall, UW TacomaMar 27, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PMMilgard Hall, UW Tacoma, 1950 S C St, Tacoma, WA 98402Mar 27, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PMMilgard Hall, UW Tacoma, 1950 S C St, Tacoma, WA 98402A panel of industry experts and scholars will discuss the impact of recent events that reshaped our thinking about global supply chains. We will focus on the challenges and opportunities for maintaining resilience and sustainability of our supply chains in the region.
Wed, Apr 24Wheelock Branch, Tacoma Public LibraryApr 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMWheelock Branch, Tacoma Public Library, 3722 N 26th St, Tacoma, WA 98407, USAApr 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMWheelock Branch, Tacoma Public Library, 3722 N 26th St, Tacoma, WA 98407, USADr. Khalil will explore the economic dimensions of climate change, discussing both the financial costs associated with climate-related events and the broader consequences for societies, economies, and individuals.