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Connecting
COLUMBIA
to the world


The Columbia World Affairs Council is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization fostering public awareness ​of global issues and international activities ​​in the Midlands of South Carolina.
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BECOME A MEMBER
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​Want to become a member of an international organization? We offer a variety of membership plans to fit you. Visit our membership page to learn more about what our World Affairs Council can do for you. ​​​
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​Our programs and activities are designed to educate and inform our members about real issues that drive world affairs, and also provide opportunities to interact with like-minded individuals and leaders on the world stage.

UPCOMING EVENTS
WorldNow with Jim Falk details & registration found at the bottom of our Events Page
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Reception at 6:45 p.m. | Film at 7:30 p.m.
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Attend the live community discussion!
Saturday, March 14

Change.org has opened up a website for Columbia residents to share ideas to make the city better. Ideas for Change is an independent platform for community members to identify the most promising ideas for improving Columbia. So far, the crowdsourcing effort has generated 83,438 votes on 693 local ideas!

Now, you can advocate for change in-person on Saturday, March 14. The most broadly supported ideas will be discussed by a demographically representative group of Columbia residents. Participants will receive $150 in compensation for the 3 hour commitment.
SIGN UP HERE!

A HUGE THANK YOU to our 2025 Global Vision Sponsors! 
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Live long and prosper!
Click here to visit our Columbia Blue Zones page!

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HELP US CONTINUE BRINGING THE WORLD TO COLUMBIA AND COLUMBIA TO THE WORLD
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The Columbia World Affairs Council is a member of the national World Affairs Councils of America, the largest grassroots organization in the United States dedicated to inspiring, educating and engaging Americans ​in international affairs and the critical global issues of our times. ​​The Columbia World Affairs Council is also a member of Sister Cities International and has administered the Sister City program on behalf of the City of Columbia since 1996. Since 1956, Sister Cities International has worked to create exchanges that create community impact and kindle lifelong friendships.

COLUMBIA WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL

2210 Devine Street
Columbia, SC 29205
(P) 803.348.4490
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