The World Affairs Council of Rhode Island is a non-profit, non-partisan organization constituted for the purpose of carrying on public education in the field of foreign affairs and American foreign policy. For 83 years, WACRI has brought the world to Rhode Island. Our monthly speaker series and International Visitors Program have offered our members a broad perspective on our world and its people. We foster a community of globally minded people, exchanging ideas in a civil and vibrant way.