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.
We offer at least 12 programs annually in St. Petersburg
expert lectures, concerts, book talks, films, and international travel opportunities.
Special pricing for SPWAC members.
Join us!
FUTURE EVENTS
September 29, 2026
"Magyar over MAGA -
Has Europe Found its Nerve?"
Speaker: Colonel (ret.) Peter Lambrichts
Colonel (ret.) Peter Lambrichts will discuss the April 2026 elections in Hungary,
where Péter Magyar’s pro-European center-right party toppled Viktor Orban’s right-wing nationalist party after 16 years in power.
PAST EVENTS in 2026
September 8, 2026
"International Tariffs and their Impacts"
Speaker: Tom Albrecht
Tom Albrecht is a career corporate international trade lawyer, and a former Economics professor.
He will discuss the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on tariffs, and follow with an economic analysis. This is a timely and dynamic issue, with the Administration’s full unveiling of its response to the SCOTUS decision expected in the weeks ahead.
March 25, 2026
Discover What Connects Us All
"Embracing our Differences"
Experience a powerful collection of international artworks and inspiring quotations selected from thousands of submissions worldwide. This isn't just an exhibition—it's a journey through our shared humanity that will leave you moved and uplifted.
Your Exclusive Guided Experience:
Join SPWAC for an intimate docent-led tour through this transformative exhibition at Poynter Park. Our expert guide will reveal the stories behind the art and help you discover the unexpected threads that connect us across cultures and continents.
Learn more about World Affairs Travel Experiences
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. This year we are offering an innovative format that will allow for a hybrid virtual and in-person experience.
We look forward to you joining us this year to advance your insight, understanding, and impact in the community.