Ned Hawkins

Part of World Affairs Councils of America, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia is a nonprofit organization that connects cultures, ideas, and communities through programs such as public speaker events with diplomats, leaders, journalists, and experts; youth education focused on citizenship and leadership development; professional development initiatives including a leadership institute and international exchanges; and curated international travel experiences. The company is based in Philadelphia, PA. Craig Snyder has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The council also partners with the city's sister cities program to facilitate economic, educational, cultural, and diplomatic exchanges with cities worldwide.