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April 22 at 11:30 am - 1:15 pmNorth Metro International Investment Roundtable and Factory Tour
April 23 at 8:00 am - 10:00 amConsular Conversations: Mexico
July 15 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Center for Civil and Human Rights and Creative Visions will show a screening of 7 DAYS IN SYRIA, a timely film showing the families in Syria living on the front-lines of the conflict. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Bee Nguyen of Atlanta Welcomes Refugees and Thomas Reynolds of CARE. 7 […]
Sergey I. Kislyak, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the United States, will update and assess the future of US-Russian relations. Registration for ACIR non-members will open on April 17th. To register in advance of that date, you may join at the same time you register. COST: Lunch & Program for non-members $40. For members […]
A charity gala to support Empower54's "Rise Above Terror" campaign in Africa. 2016 Giving Focus: Proceed from the art auction goes towards rebuilding schools in refugee camps and rehabilitation of schools destroyed by Boko Haram in North East Nigeria. 2016 African Art Focus: Showcasing stunning African Paintings and breathtaking handicrafts representing the Kings, Queens, Traditions, and rich […]
Presented by Prof. Hanchao Lu and Dr. Edward S. Krebs: Nostalgia swept through China in the latter half of the 1990s. The bimonthly magazine Old Photos went beyond nostalgia to reflection in telling hundreds of family stories and fostering individual views of China’s recent history. You’ll hear the story of Old Photos and see selected photos. Join them for dinner after […]
Salon de Thé is the Alliance Française d’Atlanta’s annual high tea fundraiser, the 2016 theme is La Louisiane en Fête. Their friends and patrons will enjoy a New Orleans inspired brunch while wearing chic attire with hats. Along with a scrumptious meal, glass of champagne the guest will experience a high-end fashion show featuring Anne […]
Join the World Affairs Council at the 5th Annual Atlanta Summit: "Global Health and Refugees" This year, they will focus on the 60 million refugees and displaced, the most since World War II. The Conference will examine the severe effects wars have had on health conditions in Syria, Africa and Southeast Asia and how receiving countries […]
LEARN HOW OPIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES CAN HELP YOU EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS. The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), will conduct a workshop for U.S. small to medium size businesses with the latest in the highly-successful Expanding Horizons series that helps businesses learn how they can compete in the global marketplace. A central focus of this […]
Charlotte Starfire, Director, Global Trade & Supply Chain Solutions, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, will moderate an upbeat discussion focused on trade and investment with China, Asia, and Europe; and explore the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) – the newest and largest free trade agreement. You’ll have an opportunity to compare notes, talk about new areas […]
Older than Ireland, a documentary that looks at the lives of thirty Irish centenarians (aged 100-113), will be playing in Atlanta from May 6th - May 12th. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1h5qIXYVgos Dates in Atlanta: May 6th - May 12th Venue: Midtown Art Cinema, 931 Monroe Drive in the Midtown promenade centre Reviews from New York Times, Boston Globe and Boston Herald
Join the Atlanta Braves as they host their annual Asian-American Heritage Day at Turner Field. Come early to participate in our pre-game parade and bring a flag or sign to support your heritage. Ticket Package Includes: Discounted ticket Chipper Jones replica jersey shirt* Pre-Game Parade around the field. All ages welcome!
Join the Atlanta Braves as they host their annual Asian American Heritage Night at Turner Field. Come early to participate in their pre-game parade and bring a flag or sign to support your heritage. Parade line up starts at 6:00pm at the Hank Aaron Ramp across from Section 125/129. Make sure you are then in […]
BAPS Charities is hosting their 5K and walkathon this Saturday, May 7th. This year's event will support The Nature Conservatory's efforts to plant and restore 1.2 billion trees by 2025 through their plant a billion trees initiative.
Please join the BABC of Georgia for the 2016 Oglethorpe May Ball. The event will take place at The W Hotel Downtown Atlanta. This is the BABCGA’s Black Tie showcase event which will bring together Trans-Atlantic businesses for cocktails, dinner and dance. Please contact Bruce and Kate Cotterman at: bcotterman@theBASgroup.com or TEL. 404.580.2918 to become a sponsor, volunteer to assist […]
Join the Consulate General of France in Atlanta, the US World War I Centennial Commission, the Georgia Tech Center for European and Transatlantic Studies, the Alliance Française d'Atlanta and the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta as we celebrate Europe Day. Monique Seefried, Ph.D, Commissioner at the World War I Centennial Commission will speak about "Why is the Centennial of […]
Join Goethe for their latest lecture in their "A Note on Opera" series as they look at Richard Wagner’s “Tristan und Isolde.” Based on various Celtic legends, including the tales of King Arthur, Wagner’s opera is a radical departure from all previous operas, both his and anyone else’s. Its sound is so modern than it […]
Cyber risks are everywhere... Every day seems to bring news of breaches at banks, health care providers and even government agencies. These risks now extend far beyond large institutions and may affect any business. As one former government official said: "There are two types of companies-those that have been hacked and those that will be." Join NACCSE […]
Luncheon Speaker: Monique Seefried, commissioner of the World War One Centennial Commission (June 2014 to the present). A French citizen born in Tunisia, she spent many years in Italy, France, Austria – where she met her husband – and then Germany. From her many experiences abroad, she developed an incredible open-mindedness and, above all, a […]
Andrew Jones of 22nd Squared will be speaking at an informative breakfast filled with education and networking at the City Club of Buckhead Friday, May 13. The breakfast will center on becoming a "Welcome Intruder" by using story telling, data science, and tiered content to connect with consumers in marketing. Costs: Member: $25 Non-member: $30 […]
You are invited by Arnall Golden Gregory for the international perspective breakfast briefing, “Southeast Asia: Economics, Politics and Opportunities," featuring Professor Rick Doner of Emory University. Professor Doner is a Goodrich C. White Professor in the Department of Political Science at Emory University, Georgia where he has taught since 1985. He is focused on the […]
Come join the Young Leaders for a night of international mixing and mingling. In partnership with the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce, the World Affairs Council of Atlanta Young Leaders would like to invite you to a Young Professional's Spring Social hosted at the One Eared Stag. The Social will take place on Friday, May 13, from […]
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