Columbia University World Leaders Forum

About the World Leaders Forum

Launched in 2003, the World Leaders Forum is an annual University-wide initiative that helps realize Columbia's commitment to serving as a center for public discussion and debate on the large economic, political, social, and cultural questions of our time that cut across both traditional academic and international boundaries.

The Forum brings together a wide range of governmental leaders, influential citizens, and intellectuals from many nations to examine global challenges and explore cultural perspectives. Throughout the yearlong series of events, Columbia's students, faculty, and alumni, along with members of the wider New York City community, gather to engage in an open dialogue with a variety of world leaders.

Contact Us

For more information, please contact:

Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Low Library, Room 202
Mail Code: 4309
535 West 116th Street
New York, NY 10027
Tel: +1-212-851-7421
Fax: +1-212-851-7410
Email: worldleaders@columbia.edu

For media relations, please contact:

Clare Oh
Assistant Director of Strategic Communications
Columbia University Office of Public Affairs
535 West 116th Street
Low Library Room 402
New York, NY 10027
Tel: +1-212-854-5573
Fax: +1-212-678-4817
E-mail: clare.oh@columbia.edu

Tanya L. Domi
Senior Public Affairs Officer
Columbia University Office of Public Affairs
535 West 116th Street
Low Library Room 402
New York, NY 10027
Tel: +1-212-854-5573
Fax: +1-212-678-4817
E-mail: td207@columbia.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I attend World Leaders Forum programs?

World Leaders Forum events are open to Columbia University, Barnard College, and Teachers College students, faculty, staff, and guests of the University. Reservations are required to attend each event. Only registrants on the event's attendance list with proper identification will be admitted. Click here for event registration help.

If I'm a member of the media, how do I receive more information on the World Leaders Forum?

Visit the Press Room for more details.

Can my country's leader participate?

Direct your enquiry to worldleaders@columbia.edu. Be sure to include your name, phone number, e-mail address, and account of your personal ties to the leader of the country in question.