The Los Angeles World Affairs Council Young Professionals program occupies a unique niche in LA’s professional scene, incorporating a diverse group of young individuals with a shared passion for the world around us. Young Professionals hosts a broad range of social and networking events, discussions, and volunteer opportunities—all with a healthy emphasis on the international community. The unique nature of this association attracts a heterogeneous crowd with a distinct amplitude of backgrounds and opinions.
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
• You have an interest in—and passion for—international affairs.
• You desire to broaden your knowledge of pressing global issues.
• You enjoy networking with a n energetic and motivated crowd of forward-thinking and like-minded individuals who bring a broad range of backgrounds and opinions to the table.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
• Substantial member discounts on tickets to both YP and General Council events.
• Invitations to member-only events
• Private networking and career related events.
• Membership contributions are tax deductible.
Young Professionals Membership
Annual Dues: $75
LAWAC members support
the Council’s unique ability
to provide the most relevant
and valuable programming
on international affairs for
the Los Angeles community.
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CALL: (424)258-6160
ONLINE: www.lawac.org
EMAIL: kseitz@lawac.org | info@lawac.org
MAIL: 445 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2250 Los Angeles, CA 90071
Apply Now! WACA Student Scholars Program
The Los Angeles World Affairs Council is proud to support the Student Scholars Program for the 2025 World Affairs Councils of America National Conference, happening in Washington, DC, November 19–21, 2025.
Under the theme “The World, On Balance,” this conference will feature global leaders, diplomats, and experts discussing today’s most pressing international issues—from shifting geopolitics to global trade and evolving foreign policy.
The Student Scholars Program allows 25 nominated undergraduate students from across the country to attend the conference and the special Student Scholar Day on Wednesday, November 19—all at no cost to the students.
Eligibility:
- High school students
- Graduate students
- College students in Greater Washington, DC (“the DMV”)
- Applicants from prior years
One student per Council may be nominated. Multiple student nominees from the same Council will not be considered.
Application Deadline: Friday, September 12, 2025, by 11:59 PM
To apply, please email Krista Seitz at kseitz@lawac.org with your current resume and a 1–2 page Letter of Intent.
LAWAC will review all applications and select one student nominee to represent our Council at the conference.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with global affairs and shape your future!
Meet the Board
Daniel Cox
Producer & Creative Director
Professor at LA Film School
Cassie Hermiston-Boyd
Events Chair
MBA student, Pepperdine University
Annie Kim
Outreach Chair
Associate Director, We Are Rally
Ravi Belsare
Associate at Apollo Global Management
Antonio De Shawn Spears
CEO, CityGlobal.Eart
Nima Elie
Medical Practice Consultant, Staffing For Doctors
Alex Hyland
Senior Zone Business Manager, PepsiCo
Jacob Kunkel
Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager, Valley National Bank
Xavier Lozano
Ramp Tower Controller, United Airlines
Andrew Luu
Product Manager, Dell Technologies
Gevorg Novshadyan
Deputy District Attorney in Kern County
Mark Ortega
Business Development Associate, Techstars Space & LA
Adarsh Subramanian
Private Equity Associate, Marlin Equity Partners