Leadership in the High North (2026): Advancing Maine's Role in the Arctic — A two-day symposium featuring keynote Ambassador Svanhildur Holm Valsdottir, expert panels on Maine's academic, economic, diplomatic, and security roles in the Arctic, student poster sessions, and networking. Meals included. April 22–23, 2026 | RTI Auditorium.
Session 5: Ruptured Alliances & the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation
CSIS nuclear expert Heather Williams explores whether weakening U.S. alliances could trigger a new wave of nuclear proliferation worldwide.
A monthly discussion of world events for members. In-person meetings are held every third Thursday of the month at the Magno Terra Cafe from 10 AM-11 AM.
Session 6: Democracy & the Future of U.S. Foreign Policy
CSIS senior adviser and former Ambassador Derek Mitchell discusses democracy and the future of U.S. foreign policy.
Community Calendar
Is your organization holding an internationally focused event in Maine? The World Affairs Council of Maine is eager to promote global goings on around the state. If you would like to include your event on our calendar please submit your request HERE. We will need two to three days to review and approve community submission.
