Past Events

Many of our past events—featuring world leaders, policymakers, journalists, authors, and other experts sharing their ideas and perspectives on critical global issues—are available to watch on-demand.
All past events, listed in chronological order.

Global Leadership Awards Dinner 2023

PAST EVENT
Global Leadership Awards Dinner

Honoring European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and UL Solutions President and CEO Jennifer Scanlon

Oct 30
A graphic featuring headshots of Ursula von der Leyen and Jennifer Scanlon in front of a photo of the Earth from space.

Human Rights and the Future of Afghanistan

PAST EVENT

Join UChicago's International House and the Chicago Council for a conversation with Nader Nadery on the future of human rights in Afghanistan.

Oct 24
A Taliban fighter stands in the road during a celebration marking the second anniversary of the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan
AP Photos

Roger Thurow on Nourishing and Preserving the Planet

PAST EVENT

Senior Fellow Roger Thurow joins members of the Council community for a discussion on his upcoming book, international farming stories, and more.

Oct 23
A boy shows freshly plucked chillies from his field on the outskirts of Prayagraj, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on November 21, 2021.
AP Photos

Private Dinner with Diane Swonk

PAST EVENT

President's Club members and above are invited to join us for a private dinner with Diane Swonk.

Oct 18
Diane Swonk being interviewed on CNBC on August 31, 2012.
AP Photos

How Emerging Technologies Impact Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and Global Partnerships

PAST EVENT
Corporate Leadership Conversations

Please join us for our next Corporate Leadership Conversation with Lt. Gen. Richard G. Moore.

Oct 16
Sailors work at the Combat Information Center of the USS Paul Hamilton in the Strait of Hormuz on May 19, 2023.
AP Photos

Rising Rents and Stagnant Wages: Today's Economic Challenges with Mary Daly

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank President Mary Daly for a town hall on the unique economic challenges facing young Americans.

Oct 10
People pass in front of the New York Stock Exchange on March 21, 2023.
AP Photos

Bridging the Gap between Farmers and Consumers: A Sustainable Food Seal

PAST EVENT VIDEO

A "sustainable food seal" is critical to move consumer markets on sustainability.

Sep 28
A woman stands in a grocery store examining food options.

The Energy Transition: Power, Batteries, and New Mobility in Cities

PAST EVENT
Corporate Leadership Conversations

Please join us for our next Corporate Leadership Conversation with UL Solutions on the Urban Energy Transition. 

Sep 25
Senior leaders from corporate partner companies discussing corporate sustainability at a Council event on April 11, 2023.

Viktor Yushchenko on Ukraine's Political Future

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join Former President of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko for a discussion of Ukraine’s political future amid Russia’s invasion of the country.

Sep 18
Viktor Yushchenko speaking in the Chicago Council Conference Center.

2023 Council Community Open House

PAST EVENT

A special opportunity for our Chicago community to get together, meet our newly appointed President and Chief Content Officer Sarah Gilbert, and learn more about what's happening at the Council.  

Sep 13
Mark Williams, Council President Sarah Gilbert, and Raj K. Fernando.