Programs
We offer timely, insightful talks on international, locally relevant topics—and empower participants to connect, learn and act on issues they care about.
World Affairs members can attend our San Francisco programs for free!- Read more about Peninsula | The Law of War and the Israel-Hamas Conflict
Peninsula | The Law of War and the Israel-Hamas Conflict
On October 7, Hamas carried out a murderous attack against civilians in Israel. Israel has responded with extensive air strikes…
- Read more about Napa | Developing Communities and Global Migration
Napa | Developing Communities and Global Migration
Commonwealth Club World Affairs Napa Valley Chapter hosts a local business owner who epitomizes locals acting globally, improving lives in…
- Read more about Marin | Understanding Russian Aggression: Imperialism or Aggrieved Self Defense?
Marin | Understanding Russian Aggression: Imperialism or Aggrieved Self Defense?
Professor George Breslauer will discuss Russia’s attitude toward Ukraine and its motivations for invasion, as well as the rise in…
- Read more about Teaching Casualty Care in Ukraine During the Russian Invasion—Fourth Time’s the Charm
Teaching Casualty Care in Ukraine During the Russian Invasion—Fourth Time’s the Charm
Dr Michael Baker teaches Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) to civilian and military medical providers and Stop the Bleed (StB)…
- Read more about Peninsula | The Human Costs of Climate Change
Peninsula | The Human Costs of Climate Change
Rainforests chopped down. Indigenous Peoples driven off their land to export avocados from Mexico. Extreme heat causing death and misery…