ENRICHING COMMUNITY
THROUGH GLOBAL
CONNECTION
WorldOregon is a hub for globally- minded people who want to be more connected to the world—and to each other! Our programs build bridges across cultures, foster real dialogue, and promote global understanding.
WHY WE'RE HERE
[email protected] phone 503.306.5252 1207 SW Broadway, Suite 300 Portland, OR 97205-2909
CONTACT US
The WorldAffairs Council
of Oregon is now
WorldOregon
Building global relationships through local events, intercultural education, visitor hosting, world travel, and more!
Connecting Oregonians to the World since 1950
WORLDOREGON.ORG
WorldOregon is an assumed business name for The World Affairs Council of Oregon, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID # 93-0568356
For years we've attended WorldOregon events like the International Speaker Series, and we've hosted six visitors from other countries in our home.
- Kate, Member & Supporter
EVERY EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN EYE-OPENING, EDUCATIONAL, AND LIFE-AFFIRMING.
OREGON MEANS THE WORLD TO US
O u r p r o g r a m s a c c e l e r a t e c r o s s - c u l t u r a l u n d e r s t a n d i n g a n d u n l e a s h s o l u t i o n s t o g l o b a l c h a l l e n g e s
437
437 International youth & adult visitors hosted by Oregonians
107
YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE
Our name is shorter, but we remain a proud member of the nationwide network of World Affairs Councils of America—whose mission is to keep you connected to the people, ideas, and issues shaping our global future. When you join WorldOregon, you're part of this network, too! Members are at the heart of WorldOregon. You make our work possible. Join or renew your membership today!
MEMBERSHIPS START AT JUST $5/MONTH!
WORLDOREGON.ORG/JOIN
“Oregon is better because of WorldOregon—and my life is better with the friendships I've gained
by being a member. It gives me hope for our global future!” - Yassi Irajpanah,
Member & Supporter
OUR PROGRAMS = YOUR CHANCE TO CONNECT
INTERNATIONAL VISITORS Facilitates in-person knowledge exchange between Oregonians and youth or adult visitors
GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS International Speakers Series, Great Decisions, plus frequent events with authors, artists, visionaries
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS A vibrant community of Oregonians passionate about global issues, with social activities bi-weekly
GLOBAL CLASSROOM Creative, hands-on learning resources and training for K–12 students, teachers, and the community
From now on, just call us WorldOregon!Become a host! At your home or business, meet international leaders
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You can... Reserve a ticket and invite a friend to the next event! See worldoregon.org/events
Attend an event or co-host one! Join: facebook.com/groups/worldoregonYP
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Tell a K-!2 educator or student about Culture Boxes & Youth Leadership trainings
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GLOBAL TRAVEL Access to people and experiences in our member network through life-changing travel opportunities
A YEAR OF IMPACT
107 Countries represented by leaders visiting Oregon
10,000+
10K+ Oregonian K-12 students engaged with Culture Boxes —our unique, hands- on global curriculum
8,120+
8K+ Youth & adults attended public programs like our International Speaker Series, Great Decisions, & more weekly forums
WorldOregon ranked in top 30 small nonprofits to work for by Oregon Business magazine
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