Your passport to global affairs

Discover the benefits of NCWA membership

Membership in the Naples Council on World Affairs opens the door to a vibrant community of globally engaged individuals who seek deeper understanding of the world's most important issues.

As an NCWA member, you'll enjoy:

• Hear directly from world leaders and experts. Attend our acclaimed Distinguished Speakers Series featuring ambassadors, journalists, military leaders, diplomats, intelligence experts, economists, and foreign policy authorities. Attend in person, watch live via livestream, or enjoy archived presentations at your convenience.

• Meet the speakers.President's Club members (annual gifts of $300 or more) receive invitations to exclusive, intimate lunches with many of our distinguished speakers.

• Explore today's global challenges. Participate in Great Decisions, America's largest discussion program on international affairs, through engaging weekly small-group conversations each winter.

• Stay informed all year. Receive our complimentary GlobalPostnewsletter featuring timely international news, analysis, and updates on NCWA programs.

• Join a community of lifelong learners. Participate in our popular Foreign Affairs Book Club and special educational programs throughout the year.

• Gain access to exclusive events. Enjoy invitations to members-only programs, including special lectures, receptions, and signature events such as our biennial National War College seminar.

• Join the Signature Seminar Series—special programs exploring timely topics of particular interest to our members. This season: Artificial Intelligence, insights from Distinguished Former Ambassadors, and an in-depth look at U.S. Covert Operations and their impact on the world.

• Travel and learn beyond Naples. Take advantage of member discounts on publications and select travel opportunities through the World Affairs Councils of America network.

Make a Lasting Impact

Your membership also helps educate and inspire the next generation of globally minded leaders throughout Southwest Florida.

Members have opportunities to support with donations or volunteer for NCWA's nationally recognized education initiatives, including:

• Southwest Florida Model United Nations, presented in partnership with Florida Gulf Coast University, where hundreds of students develop diplomacy, leadership, negotiation, and public speaking skills.

• Academic WorldQuest, exciting middle and high school competitions that challenge students to understand global affairs.

• NCWA Scholars, providing scholarships for exceptional students to study international relations, diplomacy, environmental policy, and global leadership at leading universities in the United States and abroad.

• Educator of the Year, recognizing outstanding teachers who inspire students to become informed global citizens.

• Volunteer of the Year, recognizing excellent volunteers doing game-changing work on behalf of NCWA lectures, discussion groups and/or student programs.

• Village Assistance Program (VAP), supporting meaningful community infrastructure projects in underserved villages around the world.

Whether you are passionate about international affairs, lifelong learning, or investing in future generations, NCWA membership connects you to ideas, people, and opportunities that make a difference—locally and globally.