Check out our upcoming events!
Join us for diverse, bold, and engaging programming throughout the Pittsburgh region! Our approach is centered around creating inclusive and accessible experiences that generate transformed leadership for youth, business and community leaders, and educators – and a greater sense of belonging for all.
Civic Futures: Our Focus in 2026
Civic Futures is a series exploring how democratic societies endure in a time of global change. As economic shifts, migration, technological disruption, and geopolitical conflict reshape our world, the need for informed civic engagement has never been greater.
Through a range of public programs, community events, and shared experiences, Civic Futures connects global perspectives with local realities and invites participants to better understand the forces shaping democracy and the role we each play in sustaining civic life.
See all events in the Civic Futures series below.
Preserving Democracy with Ambassador James Story
Drawing on his decades of work in the foreign service and senior-level diplomatic experience, Ambassador James Story will share his insights on current threats, resilience, and the future of Democracy in the Americas.
When: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Where: Latin American Cultural Center, 4338 Bigelow Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
95th Anniversary Soiree: World of Jazz
Join us as we celebrate 95 years of creating a world with you, right here in Pittsburgh, where we have connected as a community, considered global perspectives, and inspired each other to make a local impact. Enjoy dinner and drinks, live jazz, and a live auction.
When: Friday, October 9, 2026 | 5:30-6:30pm VIP Reception | 6:30-10:30pm Celebration
Where: Duquesne Club, 325 Sixth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
From Life Itself: Turkey, Istanbul, and a Neighborhood in the Age of Erdoğan
Join the World Affairs Council and the Turkish Cultural Center for a timely conversation with acclaimed journalist and author Suzy Hansen about her new book, From Life Itself: Turkey, Istanbul, and a Neighborhood in the Age of Erdoğan.
When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
6:00-7:00pm Reception | 7:00pm-8:30pm Program
Where: The Lillie at City Theatre, 1300 Bingham St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Century of Service: Portraits of American Diplomacy
When: Tuesday, December 8, 2026
