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.

Atlas of Impunity Reflects Governance Accountability Challenges in Africa

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Experts discuss impunity and accountability across Africa in the 21st century.

Mar 14
An anti-police brutality protest in Lagos, Nigeria on October 20, 2022.
Reuters

Michael McGrath on the Legacy of the Good Friday Agreement

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Irish Finance Minister Michael McGrath discusses how the Good Friday Agreement built peace in Northern Ireland, and how it continues to keep peace to this day.

Mar 10
Michael McGrath presents Budget 2021 at Government Buildings in Dublin, Ireland on October 13, 2020.
Reuters

Ambassador Dina Kawar on Jordan-US Relations

PAST EVENT

Ambassador Dina Kawar discusses the relationship between Jordan and the United States, as well as Jordan’s role in regional security.

Mar 9
President Biden shakes hands with Jordan's King Abdullah II.
Reuters

Justice For All: Exploring Impunity in the Middle East and North Africa

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Experts discuss impunity and accountability throughout the Middle East and North Africa in the 21st century.

Mar 7
A sit-in in front of the Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon on January 25, 2023.
Reuters

Uncovering the Age of Impunity in the Americas

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Experts discuss impunity and accountability throughout the Americas in the 21st century.

Mar 2
A protest demanding for an indefinite nationwide strike in Lima, Peru on February 9, 2023.
Reuters

A Conversation with Elizabeth Shackelford

PAST EVENT

Senior Fellow Elizabeth Shackelford answers your questions, discusses her career, and shares her perspective on pressing issues in US foreign policy.

Feb 22
A row of world flags blowing in the wind.
iStock

Defending American Airspace Against Unidentified Objects

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi discusses recent incursions by an alleged surveillance balloon and other unidentified objects into North American airspace.

Feb 16
Spectators watch after an alleged Chinese spy balloon was shot down over North Carolina.
Reuters

Strengthening Regional Economies for a Sustainable Midwest

PAST EVENT

Ahead of the Cities Summit of the Americas, the Council brings together local and national leaders to explore policy priorities for a sustainable Midwest.

Jan 25
Roundtable Discussion
Matt Watson

Partner Event - Out of the Silo: Nuclear Security in Context

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Experts discuss the importance of nuclear security, and why elevating new, diverse voices on nuclear security makes America more secure.

Jan 18
Anti-nuclear war protestors outside of the White House.
Unsplash

Iran's Uprising and the Fight for Women's Rights

PAST EVENT VIDEO
Women, Equity, and Global Development Forum

Experts discuss the movement’s momentum and the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran, and how it is shaping the future of women’s rights.

Dec 15
Protestors in support of Iranian women and against the death of Mahsa Amini in Istanbul, Turkey on October 22, 2022.
Reuters