Great Decisions Discussion Series 2025 | Community Registration (General Public)

DATE AND TIME

Mon, January 27, 2025 – Wed, December 31, 2025

12:00 PM – 12:00 PM EST

LOCATION

Fante's Coffee House

2501 Grinstead Drive

Louisville, KY 40206

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DETAILS

Embark on a journey of global exploration with the Great Decisions Briefing Book Series, presented by the World Affairs Council. As America's largest discussion program on world affairs, this series offers a dynamic platform for understanding and addressing the most critical global issues facing the nation. The program model is comprehensive, involving reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the enlightening video series, and actively participating in Discussion Groups. This year's series is particularly compelling, featuring a curated selection of eight topics chosen by a panel of experts. The diverse topics include U.S. foreign policy, the United States' relationship with China, India's ever-increasing role on the world stage, international cooperation on climate change, the future of NATO and European security, AI and the challenges it provides to American national security, and the Middle East's condition following the destruction in Gaza. The series kicks off with an in-depth exploration of Mideast Realignment, setting the stage for an immersive and insightful journey into the complex world of global affairs. Join us in this intellectual exploration and contribute to the discourse on shaping America's role in the ever-evolving global landscape.

TICKETS Selected during registration

Series Package & Briefing Book

$120.00 (1 Attendee)

All EIGHT (8) sessions, with the REQUIRED Great Decisions Discussion briefing book included. If you would like to join these sessions free-of-charge, visit our website and become a member today!

Great Decisions Discussion Briefing Book

$30.00 (1 Attendee)

The Great Decisions briefing book features impartial, thought-provoking analyses on eight issues of concern to U.S. policymakers today. Written by carefully selected experts, each article offers policy options for U.S. officials and interested citizens

U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Second Discussion Session (March 12th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.

International Cooperation on Climate Change

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Third Discussion Session (April 9th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.

India: Between China, the West, and the Global South

Unavailable

American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Fifth Discussion Session (August 13th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.

The Future of NATO and European Security

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Sixth Discussion Session (September 10th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.

After Gaza: American Policy in the Middle East

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Seventh Discussion Session (October 8th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.

AI and American National Security

$20.00 (1 Attendee)

Eighth and final Discussion Session (November 12th). The briefing book is still REQUIRED, but the event itself is free-of-charge.