Ambassador Adrian Basora and Dr. Andrew Wilking debate the topic Can Democracy Be Saved? (and Why Bother?)
The program started with a debate between Dr.Wilking and Ambassador Basora, which was followed by questions and dialogue. Continue reading
“Journey to the Safest Place on Earth“ Film Screening & Community Discussion
Film documents the huge quantity of radioactive waste and spent fuel rods being stored at various locations on the planet. Following the film, participants in WWAC’s nuclear study group shared details on the Biden Administration’s plans for new and continued nuclear energy production and a new generation of nuclear weapons deployment and held a discussion on how these plans impact our community and world. Continue reading
EFW – Members & Friends Salon, with wine, cheese and chocolates
WWAC members were invited to gather with WWAC board members and friends for wine and cheese and non-structured networking and sharing about our work and interests in global affairs. Continue reading
‘The Most Costly Journey’ Vermont Reads Book Event
On Thursday, July 14, 2022 WWAC will cosponsor the Vermont Humanities Council ‘Vermont Reads’ that coincides with a month-long Vermont Folklife Center exhibit. Join three people central to the creation of The Most Costly Journey for a discussion about migration, farming, mental health, cartooning, and the Latinx farmworker experience in Vermont. Panelists include Julia Doucet from the Open Door Clinic, Andy Kolovos from the Vermont Folklife Center, and cartoonist Marek Bennett. All were deeply involved in the development of the anthology of migrant farm worker comics that became our Vermont Reads 2022 choice. This in-person presentation will live streamed and… Continue reading
EFW July with Peter Galbraith and Sarah Peck
Expand your network with local people passionate about international issues (who are often doing pretty incredible things all around the world!) at our monthly EFW (every fourth Wednesday) board meeting (5-6pm, all welcome) & member meetup, 6 to 7ish with wine, cheese – whatever anyone wants to share – and great conversation) at 118 Elliot. Our July meeting is Wednesday, July 27, with special guests, fellow members Peter Galbraith and Sarah Peck, see you there! Continue reading
Monthly Board Meeting 5-6 PM and EFW (Every Fourth Wednesday) Members and Friends Salon
Members and Friends Salon…including discussion of PeaceJam and youth outreach work in our community. Expand your network with local people passionate about international issues (who are often doing pretty incredible things all around the world!) at our monthly EFW (every fourth Wednesday) board meeting (5-6pm, all welcome) & member meetup, 6 to 7ish with wine, cheese – whatever anyone wants to share – and great conversation) at 118 Elliot. Continue reading