ST. PETERSBURG WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL (SPWAC)
SPWAC bridges the local and the global, bringing the world to our community.
SPWAC is a member of the World Affairs Councils of America,
a nonprofit network of 90+ foreign affairs education-focused organizations.
Each season we host at least 12 events: expert lectures, author talks, concerts, films and we offer international travel opportunities.
Highlights include our annual St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs.
Most events are held in the St. Petersburg area and are open to everyone.
SPWAC members enjoy reduced prices, and student membership is only $10.
Join us!
Browse our upcoming events, reserve your seat online,
or join SPWAC to support our programs and receive member pricing.
PAST & FUTURE EVENTS
Visit our dedicated new EVENTS page.
Our 2026–2027 season is now underway.
Our annual conference will take place February 16-17, 2027.
More info to come soon. Stay tuned.
Learn more about World Affairs Travel Experiences
The St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs has a rich history of bringing together distinguished diplomats, military, media, and academic experts to discuss critical international issues of the day.
We look forward to welcoming you to advance your insight, understanding, and impact in the community.