Past Events

Experts discuss how Europe’s thriving digital sector will fare as the global economic outlook becomes more uncertain.

Experts discuss why Finland and Sweden, both longstanding neutral nations, moved towards NATO membership following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The Council’s Emerging Leaders class of 2022 presents a series of short, dynamic presentations on an array of critical current issues.

Former National Security Council official Fiona Hill discusses the future of Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark and the White House’s Raj Panjabi discuss with Ann Veneman how the world should prepare for and respond to future pandemics.

Joni Ernst, senator from Iowa and retired lieutenant colonel, discussed the top challenges to US defense and security today.

The Council is a Chicago Humanities Festival program partner for this event featuring former US Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch in conversation with Council President Ivo Daalder, former US Ambassador to NATO.

Crypto journalist Laura Shin joins fintech attorney Nelson Rosario to outline the history, current market capitalization, global economic impact, and future of cryptocurrency.

The Council is a supporting partner of this event hosted by The Financial Times that brings together a cross section of leaders to establish a common vision for the sustainable, equitable, and safe cities of tomorrow.

Founder of the Rise Up Climate Movement Vanessa Nakate discusses the global climate crisis and the importance of elevating the next generation of underrepresented environmental leaders with Jamia Jowers.