Our goal is to cultivate a globally informed, engaged, and active Kansas City region.

You know how important it is to sit down at the table and be part of conversations that matter. You and your organization deserve seats at the table where Kansas City has considered international affairs since 1955.

At the IRC, we anchor global realities, foster aha! moments, mend social fabric, and welcome diverse perspectives.

The following information explains how membership can benefit you and your organization.

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The World Out There:

Gain Global Insights from Global Experts

As a business leader, you need to know what’s happening around the globe and how it impacts your work.

At IRC events, you’ll go beyond the headlines and hear directly from noted journalists, professors, diplomats, and other global experts – both to gain a broader global perspective and to inform the work of your organization.

Recent speakers include:

Recent series include:

Check out the full calendar of recent and upcoming IRC events here, and see recordings of past programs here.

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A Few Notable IRC Speakers:

1955 – Eleanor Roosevelt First Lady, Diplomat, & Activist

1975 – Henry Kissinger U.S. Secretary of State

1982 – Admiral Robert Long U.S. Navy, Pacific Commander in Chief

2003 – Madeleine Albright U.S. Secretary of State

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The World Right Here:

Foster Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We know that international and intercultural teams work together more effectively, efficiently, productively, and compassionately when team members are exposed to each other’s global realities.

The IRC offers plug-and-play opportunities for your employees to build a healthy, inclusive culture through conversation. Our goal is support your company and employees in their diversity, equity, and inclusion journey.

These opportunities look like:

The IRC’s annual report shares more about the work we do.

The IRC’s annual report shares more about the work we do.

*"The world is more connected than ever before... you need to hear from experts in various fields and disciplines. This is where the IRC lives and breathes."

–* Commerce Bank

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