World Affairs Council of Hilton Head
A nonprofit, nonpartisan speaker series on world affairs, meeting on Friday mornings at First Presbyterian Church from October to May.
- Where
- First Presbyterian Church
- Since
- 1981
- Member of
- World Affairs Councils of America
What the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head Does
The World Affairs Council of Hilton Head is a nonprofit, nonpartisan group that brings speakers on foreign policy and world events to the island. It began in 1981 as the Foreign Affairs Seminar, a small group of islanders meeting at the Hilton Head library, and in 2005 it joined the World Affairs Councils of America, took its current name and became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Its office is at 19 Bow Circle, near Sea Pines Circle.
The Distinguished Speaker Series
The council’s main program meets on the first and third Fridays of each month from October through May at First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway, usually at 10 a.m. Non-members can attend as guests; the council’s calendar lists each date and speaker.
Discussion Groups and Student Programs
Members also meet in Great Decisions discussion groups and a book club, and a Global Speakers Program brings international speakers twice a year. For students, the council supports Model UN and Academic WorldQuest, a world-affairs quiz competition.
It is one of the island’s many clubs; others are on clubs on Hilton Head.
More clubs and groups on Hilton Head
Clubs on Hilton Head Island: the bridge club, the Italian American Club and the Rotary Club, with how visitors and newcomers can join in.
The Hilton Head Island Bridge Club plays ACBL duplicate bridge Monday to Friday at 95 Mathews Dr, with lessons for beginners and a welcome for visitors.
Hilton Head Island nonprofits: the free clinic, the Deep Well food pantry, Habitat, the Community Foundation, the animal shelter and how to volunteer.
First Presbyterian Church Hilton Head Island (PCUSA): 9 a.m. contemporary and 10:30 traditional services, both livestreamed, at 540 William Hilton Parkway.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head meet?
The Distinguished Speaker Series meets on the first and third Fridays of each month from October through May, usually at 10 a.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway.
Can non-members attend a World Affairs Council talk?
Yes. Guests can attend under the council’s guest policy. Check the council’s calendar for dates and speakers, or call (843) 384-6758.
Where is the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head’s office?
At 19 Bow Circle, Suite A-1, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
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