World Affairs Council
of Western Massachusetts
We are a nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting citizen diplomacy and civil, informed discourse on international affairs.
Speaker Events
Citizen Diplomacy
Social Events
Classroom Engagement
Past Programs
Dr. Wiktor Askanas is a distinguished academic and corporate leader with expertise in strategic management, governance, and international business. With a career spanning Canada, Poland, and beyond, he has held leadership positions in academia, government, and corporate boards. Recognized for his contributions to management education and corporate governance, Dr. Askanas continues to shape the field through teaching, research, and advisory roles. This video was recorded on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
Western Massachusetts Refugee Experience: An Update
WACWM News & Notables
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Join our organization and help us organize speaker events, host an IVLP visitor and become a citizen diplomat, assist us in reaching out to our schools to get teachers and students involved with our programs, or organize an international dinner. You will meet a lot of interesting people from many cultures and have a lot of fun.
