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The World Affairs Council of the Desert
The World Affairs Council of the Desert, a non- partisan and non-profit organization, and a member of the prestigious national World Affairs Council, provides a unique opportunity for the discussion of national and international topics.
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WorldQuest - Educational Outreach
The World Affairs Council's youth program consists of two main parts: Inviting high school and college students to attend the monthly dinner lecture series, and presenting an academic competition for high school students called the "WorldQuest".
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The Most Interesting Audience in the Desert
Speaker Programs are open to the public. They are held on Sunday evenings at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa located in Indian Wells, California,with a reception for the speaker beginning at 5:00 p.m.; dinner at 6:00 p.m.
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Mission - Vision - Goal
Our Mission:
The purpose of the World Affairs Council of the Desert is to engage and educate adults and students in the Coachella Valley in international affairs, both through our speaker series and our support of an active youth program.
Our Vision:
To develop our future world leaders through engagement in international affairs.
Our Goal:
The WACD hopes to promote international diplomacy through its educational outreach to Coachella Valley adults and high school students, and thus improve the quality of life for all.
A Message From The President
It is my privilege and pleasure to serve as the President of World Affairs Council of the Desert. The 2012-2013 season will be a benchmark period for our operations. Revised communication systems, streamlined financial management, and improved administration are among our objectives for this season. Yes, the quality of speakers you are accustomed to will continue in our dinner/speaker programs. An energized development program offers high expectations for the financial success of the entire enterprise. Academic WorldQuest remains our flagship project and we are excited about the potential for sustainment and expansion of this vital part of our council and development of the future leaders of our nation.
Guido Portante
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