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All past events, listed in chronological order.

Europe After Merkel

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A panel of experts joined the Council—on the 31st anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall—for a conversation about Germany and Europe's uncertain future.

Angela Merkel speaking at a news conference
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Deep Dish Live: How the 2020 Election Will Shape US Global Engagement

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A live taping of our global affairs podcast, Deep Dish, where Council President Ivo Daalder and American Enterprise Institute’s Kori Schake reacted to results of the 2020 election.

Donald Trump and Joe Biden during a 2020 Presidential Debate
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YP In-Depth on the Durability of Democracy

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YP In-Depth

Members of the Council's Young Professionals Network joined Soren Dayton of Protect Democracy to examine the staying power of democracy in the US and beyond.

A working wearing gloves sorts through mail-in ballots
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Global Leadership Awards 2020

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Global Leadership Awards Dinner

The 2020 Global Leadership Awards honor Dr. Paul Farmer, Dr. Helene Gayle, and Keith E. Williams for their work in advancing equity in global health and safety.

Screenshot of Global Leadership Awards

Conversation with Workstorm Founder and CEO Raj Fernando

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Board's Eye View

In this session of our Board’s Eye View series, the Council's Young Professionals Network hosts Council board member Raj Fernando who shares what CEOs are looking for in young talent.

Board Room at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs

COVID-19 — A Wake Up Call for the West

PAST EVENT VIDEO

A panel of experts joined the Council to consider whether western democracies can evolve to meet the demands of today.

The USNS Comfort passes the Statue of Liberty
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Trade-Offs in the Global Economy

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America in 2020

Two former US trade representatives examine how the 2020 election will affect US trade relationships around the world.

Workers load goods in large boxes for export onto a crane at a port in Lianyungang
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Weapons of Math Destruction: Data and Statistics in Foreign Policy

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America in 2020

Council polling experts discuss 2020 public opinion, polling, and the use of data in foreign policy.

Workers prepare for the first 2020 Presidential Debate at Hofstra University
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Private Sector Responsibility: Race, Equity, and Inclusion Part 2

PAST EVENT

Scott Santi of Illinois Tool Works, Jennifer Steans of Financial Investments Corporation, Jim Zallie of Ingredion, and Andrea Zopp of World Business Chicago share DEI steps their organizations have taken.

Samuel C. Scott III and Ivo Daalder shake hands

YP In-Depth on Vaccine Nationalism

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YP In-Depth

Members of the Council's Young Professionals Network joined Dr. Rebecca Weintraub to examine the global challenges and opportunities in distributing a COVID-19 vaccine.

Screenshot of a virtual meeting with members of the Young Professionals Network