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Join us through February at Virginia Wesleyan University for engaging, thought provoking lectures by the experts.

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Ethics and Geopolitics of the Dalai Lama’s Succession

Join us in collaboration with Old Dominion University for a lecture that explores transnational power dynamics, religion, cultural survival, and power.

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The World Affairs Council of Hampton Roads Board of Directors

Board of Directors Retreat 2024

Norfolk NATO Festival Ambassadors' Lunch with Supreme Allied Commander Transformation

Supreme Allied Commander Transformation Admiral Pierre Vandier, Ambassador Jesper Møller Sørensen from Denmark, Defense, Military, Naval and Air Attaché of Estonia Brigadier General Taivo Rõkk and Defense, Military, Naval and Air Attaché of Finland Colonel Juha Helle

Past Events Highlights

Ambassador of the Philippines Dinner: VB Councilman Michael Berlucchi, Rep Bobby Scott (VA-03), Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover, Philippine Ambassador, VB Mayor Bobby Dyer and Mr. Len Remias

Farewell Ceremony to Admiral Rob Bauer

On January 17, 2025, Admiral Rob Bauer ended his tenure as the 33rd Chair of the NATO Military Committee. This date was highlighted with a special farewell ceremony.

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To educate our community to become well-informed and engaged citizens about critical international issues as they affect the world, nation, and the local region and thus prepare Hampton Roads citizens to thrive in an increasingly complex and challenging world.

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