Welcome to the Center for International Studies and Albuquerque International Association
We are joining in an effort to make Albuquerque a better place — intellectually vibrant, internationally flavored, exciting, and globally savvy. As they say, “it takes a village” to achieve these goals. You can be part of this village. With your support, AIA will go forward with its mission: to bring the world to Albuquerque, and Albuquerque to the world.
Circumnavigation of Iceland
June 25 to July 3, 2025
Join members of the AIA for a unique tour of the Land of Ice and Fire! Come along on this unforgettable exploration through Iceland’s vast wealth of magnificent scenery and fascinating cultural heritage.
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International Lecture Series
US Foreign Policy and Global Leadership
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Upcoming Events
Albuquerque International Association presents
2025 International Lecture Series
The AIA will take July off and return in August with a variety of exciting programs. Monthly lectures on political and cultural topics will run through November, along with global discussion dinners and our annual International Bazaar and Potluck at summer’s end. Fall and winter programs will be announced soon.
Courageous Women of Sri Lanka: The Story of a Women’s Savings and Credit Association and How it Changed Lives
June 12th – Our May lecture will feature a documentary and presentation on the “Courageous Women of Sri Lanka” by Greg Polk, documentary film maker and international development consultant. The film presents the story of how low-income women created and led a credit and savings association that has helped transform both individual lives and communities in Colombo Sri Lanka.
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AIA Book Club Meeting
August 21, 2025
Seierstad, Asne and Ingrid Christopherson
The Bookseller of Kabul. 2004
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