Become a Member
Members make a world of difference to our mission. Â
Be where Seattle engages the world.
Members power our mission. Through membership, you join a vibrant community fostering informed dialogue and a globally-connected Washington. Your yearly tax-deductible investment shapes and sustains this work and gives you access to valuable programs and exclusive members-only benefits. Â
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Citizen Level Membership – $75
Our foundational membership includes these benefits:
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Reduced admission price for programs, webinars, and eventsÂ
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Access to select members-only webinars and conversations with local and international leaders Â
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Networking gatherings with speakers and globally-minded peersÂ
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Invitation to Members-only reception at our Annual MeetingÂ
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Email updates about the impact of your supportÂ
Diplomat Level Membership – $150
Includes all Citizen benefits, plus:Â
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Access to exclusive members-only roundtables and conversations with senior government officials, thought leaders, and local and international community and business leadersÂ
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Priority registration for select programs and eventsÂ
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Recognition by name in the World Affairs Council's annual member listing (optional)
Consul Level Membership – $300
Includes all Diplomat benefits, plus:Â
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Invitation to off-the-record roundtable discussions with high-level speakersÂ
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Invitations to select receptions and pre- or post-event gatherings with speakers and guestsÂ
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Opportunity to submit programming suggestions and contribute ideas for future Council eventsÂ
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Preferred placement for home hospitality opportunitiesÂ
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Invitations to exclusive Council field tripsÂ
Ambassador Level Membership – $1,000
Includes all Minister benefits, plus:Â
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Invitations to private, off-the-record conversations and briefings with visiting policy makers, global leaders, and distinguished guests Â
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Opportunities to connect directly with World Affairs Council leadership and staffÂ
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Named recognition in the Annual Report and on the World Affairs Council website (optional)Â
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Opportunity to help shape Council programmingÂ
Global Ambassador Level Membership – $10,000
Includes all Ambassador benefits, plus:Â
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Invitation to an exclusive annual gathering of Global Ambassadors and board leadership -- a private dinner or salon with a distinguished guest speakerÂ
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Opportunity to co-curate one mutually agreed program per year in partnership with World Affairs Council staff, on a global topic of your choosingÂ
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Named recognition as a Global Ambassador on the Council’s website, in the Annual Report, and at signature events (optional)Â
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Advance copy of the World Affairs Council’s Annual Report, when producedÂ
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First right of access to limited-seat events, before any other membership tierÂ
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Annual one-on-one conversation with World Affairs Council’s President and CEOÂ
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Opportunities to partner on select hosting opportunities with distinguished speakersÂ
Your membership gives you more – join today!
Corporate Membership
The Puget Sound corporate community understands that they live and work in a global business environment. The World Affairs Council corporate membership program positions your company brand among a diverse membership base and provides access to diplomat visitor engagements that broaden insights into global issues relevant to our local to global community. Â
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Whether your business is a local company with deep roots in our region or an international corporation with global reach, a World Affairs Council corporate membership is an investment in your business and in our regional community.Â
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Corporate members become part of a network comprised of influential, globally minded business leaders in our community and often receive early access to invitation-only events with visiting policy makers and global leaders. Corporate members are extended additional opportunities to sponsor programs and events that align with and strengthen core corporate values. Â
Membership Levels
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$2,500
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$5,000
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$10,000
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$25,000+
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Contact Gretchen Wilson-Prangley to learn more about corporate membership or to discover how we can tailor your membership to achieve our shared goals. Â
Educator Membership
K-12 educators are invited to join the Council at a discounted rate. Join today to extend the reach of our Global Classroom program and expand the Council’s message of global understanding to Washington State classrooms. Â
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K-12 educator members are automatically considered World Affairs Council members with access to unique Global Classroom experiences. All K-12 Educator members receive the same benefits made available to World Affairs Council members.Â
Young Professional Membership
The Young Professionals International Network (YPIN) at the World Affairs Council provides networking opportunities for young people with a shared passion for the world around us.Â
YPIN members are automatically considered World Affairs Council members with unique benefits. This membership network offers a wide range of social events with a unique international focus that fosters global understanding and collaboration. Â
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YPIN is led by an all-volunteer group and is supported by World Affairs Council staff. The group meets monthly to organize events, some of which include:Â
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Networking Socials: YPIN hosts monthly networking events September – June at casual locations around Seattle. Members join like-minded young professionals interested in meeting new people, engaging in intellectual conversation in a non-business environment. Â
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International Women’s Day Speed Mentorship: Each year in March, women from around the Puget Sound region come together as mentors and mentees to discuss career goals and explore personal and professional growth possibilities.Â
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Other Events: Get involved in shaping your YPIN experience! Â
Give the Gift of Membership
Share the gift of World Affairs Council membership and open a new world of global understanding and awareness! Annual gift memberships includes all membership benefits and the recipient will have the opportunity to renew their membership in the following year.