World Affairs Council
of Spokane
COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIP
www.wacspokane.com
Who are we?
World Affairs Council
of Spokane
OUR MISSION
Seek to cultivate an informed international
worldview in the Inland Northwest, to
encourage people of all ages to participate
in the international community, and to build
friendship, understanding, and peace
throughout the world.
Our group is part of World Affairs Councils
of America, the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dealing
with international issues.
Since 2005,
World Affairs Council of Spokane
Expertise…
World Affairs Councils’ Flagship Programs
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Engage America Speaker Series
Academic WorldQuest
Travel the World & Leadership Missions
Global IQ with the Economist
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It's Your World Radio Broadcast
Great Decisions
World Affairs Today
World in Transition
Benefits of Engagement
Examples of WAC of Spokane recent speakers and
events (2010 & 2011)
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"The Hundred Years of War in the 20th Century: An
Assessment of U.S. Foreign Policy“, Ambassador
Thomas D. Boyatt
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"What the Quran really says“, Leslie Hazelton
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"Hope for the Middle East? A Different Approach“,
Asgeir Foyen
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"Somalia and Reconciliation: The Horn of an
African Dilemma“, Tom LePage
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"From Narvik to Spokane, with a Stop in Vegas,
Aboard the Financial Crisis Express“, Brian D.
"Duff" Bergquist
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“China's 'Great Unity': U.S.-China Relations on the
New Global Horizon”, Dr. Anthony Clark
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The Iran I Know - Iran through the eyes of two
International Friendship Delegates
Challenges
An understanding of world affairs is
required in today’s global society
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World affairs impacts local businesses,
academic institutions, community leaders,
Spokane residents, students
Meaningful networking opportunities can
be difficult to find
Learning directly from people involved in
world affairs is a rare opportunity
WAC of Spokane provides a forum for
people of all background and ages to
learn about and engage in international
affairs and the critical global issues
Challenge in Business
How can you leverage stronger
global connections that are vital
to the economic and cultural
vitality of our region and your
business success?
Partner with World Affairs
Council of Spokane
Corporate Membership:
World Affairs of Spokane
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$350 for 12 month corporate
membership*
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100% of employees are included in
membership
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Employees receive member discount
for all Council’s events
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Priority access to keynote speakers,
civic leaders and professionals
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Access to members only events
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Special discounts on various foreign
affairs publication
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Opportunities to meet with leaders in
business, government, and education
from around the world
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Access to World Affairs Council
educational programs for employees
*Sponsorship opportunities available
World Affairs Council of Spokane
Meaningful Benefits
Be Known for World Affairs
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Be a part of the WAC mission in the Inland
Northwest
Position your organization amongst the
region's leaders in World Affairs
Leverage WAC events to educate and
engage your employees
Networking
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Connect with other global minded
businesses and organizations in the
community
Culturally adept employee pool and
internship candidates
Value
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Typical headline speaker $15. With
corporate membership, 100% of employees
receive member discount - 30% or more
Recognition and networking in the
community, for minimal cost
Lead your community
World Affairs Council of Spokane
Sponsorship Opportunities
Contribution Level
Table of 8 at WAC Annual Breakfast Event and sponsor
recognition at the event **SPECIAL PROMOTION **
12 months institutional or corporate membership
Discount admission to all Council events and programs for
designated members
Access to members only events
Subscription to the Council’s email newsletters and
upcoming events
Opportunities to meet with leaders in business,
government, and education from around the world
Special subscription rates for world affairs periodicals and
books
Company or organization recognition on Council’s website
Company or organization name on the Council’s
newsletters and speaker series programs
Private receptions with Council visitors from around the
world
Priority seating at Council events, and special sponsorship
and public recognition opportunities
Keynote Event
Table Sponsor
Patron
Sponsor
Ambassador
Sponsor
President’s
Circle
$350
$500
$1,000
$2,500
World Affairs Council of
Spokane
Get involved
Board level involvement
Speaker sponsorships
Student internships
Network
Grants
Educational programs
Submit your organization’s
membership today
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