Great Decisions Disucssion Series
Great Decisions at The Brooks
Great Decisions is an international affairs group discussion program and is sponsored by the Naples Council on World Affairs (NCWA). The purpose is to strengthen our understanding and knowledge of timely global issues that are vital to U.S. foreign policy.
We gather at TCC Enrichment Center in small discussion groups that meet once a week for 2 hours for eight consecutive weeks starting in mid- January 2025. We currently have the following openings for anyone interested in intellectual stimulation with a deeper dive into relevant global issues that affect the world we live in. Discussions are lively and respectful. So many of our participants have experiences working and traveling all over the world which always provides a rich texture to each discussion. It is a passport to global affairs for veterans and beginners.
Openings include:
Tuesday 1:00 to 3:00 pm 29 spaces
Tuesday 12:00 to 2:00 pm 28 spaces
Wednesday 4:00 to 6:00 pm 18 spaces
Thursday 10:00 am to 12:00 pm 14 spaces
Topics we covered in 2024 ranged from the Mideast to China to NATO
Great Decisions 2024 Topics
Recognized experts on these topics are invited to write articles that are included in a briefing book. The articles provide historical perspective and current information on these 8 global issues, alternative policy options and questions to stimulate group discussion. Basic preparation for each session includes reading the information provided in the briefing book. Each group has a leader who facilitates the discussion. All leaders are NCWA members dedicated to providing a nonpartisan forum and endeavor to include each member in the discussion.
Registration for these openings is available now. The first step is to join the Naples Council on World Affairs https://ncwa-fl.org/Renew-or-Apply-for-Membership ,which includes 10 session global affairs lecture series (in person or steaming), and then registration for Great Decisions group of your choice https://ncwa-fl.org/Registration
PRIMARY MEMBER REGISTRATION FEE: $55.00
SECOND MEMBER of a Family Membership (registered as "Guest") FEE: $55
The printed BRIEFING BOOK is $25 or you can buy the Kindle Version on Amazon for the same price at the end of December 2024
Anyone wanting more details should contact the Estero coordinator, Mo Winograd by calling or texting 973-216-8549 or email her at [email protected]. Mo can explain the value of being a member of the Naples Council on World Affairs, how to register for Great Decisions and answer any questions you might have.