The future is inextricably linked to the complex challenges of the global community. And for our children to be prepared to take their place in that world they must first understand it.

— Former U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige

Reaching more than 2,000 students from public, private, parochial and charter schools throughout the greater Philadelphia region each year, the World Affairs Council's  educational legacy has helped to build a growing corps of leaders possessing the critical skills necessary to assume the responsibilities of global citizenship.

Council programs are wide ranging and include large-scale conferences designed to simulate global forums, including the International Student Summit, the Model United Nations and the G20. Students work collaboratively and creatively to problem solve major global challenges of the 21st century.

Additionally, our students have access to leadership workshops, international community service projects, speaker events and private briefings with some of the leading public figures and scholars on the global stage today.

To further extend the reach of its global education programs, the Council provides direct teacher support, supplementary materials and peer-to-peer mentoring to a large group of students attending under-resourced schools.

High School Programs» Wide-ranging programs designed to help high school students think more critically and creatively about  global issues, trends and opportunities

Middle School Programs» A year-long journey introducing middle school students to the word of international affairs and diplomacy

Teacher Programs » Special opportunities to learn and teach global affairs and cultural diplomacy

Bodine High School for International Affairs » The Council's Blue Ribbon partnership high school offering a humanities-centered college preparatory program and International Baccalaureate diploma

Global Education Resources » Comprehensive list of resources designed for students, educators and engaged citizens