Our Mission
We work to cultivate an informed public—one that feels welcome to learn, connect, and engage in respectful dialogue and critical thinking on global issues. By fostering a deeper understanding of international affairs and how they affect our community, we create meaningful opportunities for learning in a relaxed, inclusive environment. Through these connections, we help strengthen national security, economic prosperity, and global stability—starting right here at home.
Vision
The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indiana envisions a secure, prosperous, united, and sustainable world shaped by informed and engaged people.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration to address global challenges and provide solutions.
Dialogue
We promote open, honest, and respectful dialogue, valuing diverse perspectives and opinions.
Engagement
We empower individuals to become informed and engaged participants in the global community.
Global Citizenship
We believe that people are part of a global community with responsibilities and rights that extend beyond borders.
Sustainability
We are committed to long-term impact through the responsible and strategic use of resources.
Integrity
We are committed to factual, evidence-based analysis and to upholding the highest standards of conduct.
Critical Thinking
We encourage critical thinking and deeper analysis of today’s most complex global issues.
Vision
The World Affairs Council of Louisville & Southern Indiana envisions a secure, prosperous, united, and sustainable world shaped by informed and engaged people.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration to address global challenges and provide solutions.
Critical Thinking
We encourage critical thinking and deeper analysis of today’s most complex global issues.
Engagement
We promote open, honest, and respectful dialogue, valuing diverse perspectives and opinions.
Integrity
We are committed to factual, evidence-based analysis and to upholding the highest standards of conduct.
Sustainability
We are committed to long-term impact through the responsible and strategic use of resources.
Dialogue
We empower individuals to become informed and engaged participants in the global community.
Our Team
Our Team
Our Board
Wendy Sirchio
We Day Kentucky
Board Chair
Dustin Duncan
Louisville Metro Government
Board Treasurer
Brian Easly
Druthers
Past Executive Chair
Gloria Murray
Indiana University Southeast
Board Secretary
Michael Mardis
University of Louisville
Chief Ife Bell
The Office of Zosimli Naa
Board Vice Chair
Firas Aljijakli
KY International Group
Daniel Canon
University of Louisville
Amos Izerimana
Louisville Metro Government
Edgar Valdez
Deloitte
Lily Li
Illinois Tool Work
John Fahland
Senior Review Appraiser
Steve Rungwerth
Retired GE Executive
Joel Mwambayi
Edward Jones
Jessica Grace
Louisville Tourism
Hans Bruel
Retired Executive
Josh Staten
River Ridge Development Authority
Our Board
Wendy Sirchio
We Day Kentucky
Board Chair
Chief Ife Bell
The Office of Zosimli Naa
Board Vice Chair
Brian Easly
Druthers
Immediate Past Chair
Dustin Duncan
Louisville Metro Government
Board Treasurer
Gloria Murray
Indiana University Southeast
Board Secretary
Amos Izerimana
Louisville Metro Government
Daniel Canon
University of Louisville
Edgar Valdez
Deloitte
Firas Aljijakli
KY International Group
Hans Bruel
Retired Executive
Jessica Grace
Louisville Tourism
Joel Mwambayi
Edward Jones
John Fahland
Senior Review Appraiser
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Josh Staten
River Ridge Development Authority
Steve Rungwerth
Retired GE Executive
Lily Li
Illinois Tool Work
Steve Rungwerth
Retired GE Executive
Roberta Hershberg
Sole Lifetime Board
January 16, 1937 - April 20, 2026