Redefining Global Knowledge & Engagement
“There is power in understanding the journey of others to help create your own.” – Kobe Bryant
The expertise gained through each person’s lived experience has value. We believe that recognizing our shared humanity is the key to gaining a truly global perspective.
We work to redefine global knowledge and engagement through relationship building, co-learning and co-educating alongside members of our communities.
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News
- World Refugee Day @ Lynden Sculpture GardenThe Institute of World Affairs (IWA) at UWM joined the HOME Refugee Steering Committee at the …
- Summer 2024 Community Leadership FellowsIn partnership with UWM’s School of Education, the CIE-NRC Title VI grant program would like to …
- UWM Hosts NEAC Distinguished Speakers Bureau Event with Dr. Jennifer Robertson Robo-Buddhism: Kokoro, Technology, and Spirituality in JapanIn partnership with the Association for Asian Studies and Northeast Asia Council, UWM hosted NEAC Distinguished …
- Teaching About the Armenian GenocideIn April, the Institute of World Affairs hosted a one-day workshop exploring the history of the Armenian genocide and …