WorldOregon presents the 2023 International Speaker Series

WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series is one of the nation’s premier platforms for international affairs. For more than two decades, the series has put you in the room with the global leaders, visionaries, and inspiring voices that are changing our world. 

WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series, now in its 23rd season, returns to in-person presentations (with an at-home, streaming option) with the first two events of a four-part series at the stunning Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton; the series will continue in fall 2023 with two more events, with dates and locations to be announced. 

The 2023 International Speaker Series shines the spotlight on bold voices addressing human rights, political and cultural polarization, and movements toward a more peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous future. 

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BUY IN-PERSON TICKETS!*

* A live streaming option is available for both Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu and for David Hogg

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2023 International Speaker Series FAQs:

 

What’s different this year?

WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series, now in its 23rd season, returns to in-person presentations (with an at-home, streaming option) with the first two events of a four-part series at the stunning Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton —the series will continue in fall 2023 with two more events, with dates and locations to be announced.

How do you choose speakers?

In alignment with our nonprofit mission, and as a nonpartisan organization, each year we identify key global issues and trends to assess and consider which speakers would animate conversations that might have impact and resonance for audiences here in Oregon. 

The 2023 International Speaker Series shines the spotlight on bold voices addressing human rights, political and cultural polarization, and movements toward a more peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous future.

• Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu – Tuesday, May 16, 7 pm – race & gender justice activist 

• • She is the daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who was part of our 2002 International Speaker Series.

• David Hogg – Wednesday, June 7, 7 pm – activist & co-founder of March for Our Lives

• • The choice of Hogg was inspired by the work of our Young Leaders in Action (YLA), high schoolers who have focused their work this year on the impact of gun violence on youth.

Where will the International Speaker Series be held? 

For the two International Speaker Series programs in spring 2023, events will be held at The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton, OR 97005.  

As part of WorldOregon’s goal of diversifying and expanding access to the series and our programs more generally, the decision was made to engage more broadly across the Portland-metro with new venues and community partnerships, as we returned to in-person presentations.

How can I purchase tickets to the in-person events?

Tickets to the in-person 2023 International Speaker Series can be purchased as individual events directly at The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts.  (Note: If you are choosing to purchase the streaming, at-home option, these tickets are available through WorldOregon’s website—see below.)

The easiest way to purchase tickets is through their website, through our secure ticket-purchasing system! If you have any questions, just give The Reser’s friendly Patron Services Representatives a call, send an email, or stop by their Box Office, located inside The Reser's lobby at 12625 SW Crescent Street, Beaverton, OR 97005.

The Reser Box Office hours:
Wednesday through Saturday
Noon – 6:00 PM PDT
(Hours are subject to change)

Phone orders are taken Wednesday through Saturday, noon – 6:00 PM, at­­­­­­­­­­­ (971) 501-7722.

The Box Office is also open 90 minutes prior to each performance and sells night-of-show tickets (subject to availability). The Box Office remains open 30 minutes after the performance start time.

Tickets are available online 24 hours a day, seven days a week through their website. Visit the individual event pages for Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu and David Hogg to purchase tickets. Online sales typically end three hours prior to the performance start time.

All tickets will incur a flat facility fee of $4 per ticket regardless of the point of purchase.

International Speaker Series tickets are nonrefundable. While every effort is made to communicate series details in advance, specific speakers and dates are subject to change.  

How do I purchase the at-home, streaming option to view the International Speaker Series?

Tickets for the live stream of the 2023 International Speaker Series are $45 ($35 WorldOregon members; $20 students) and can be purchased on the individual event pages for Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu and David Hogg. Purchasers will receive a link to each event via email one day prior to the event. It's important to check spam/junk/clutter/promotions folders, as emails can sometimes end up there. 

Can I still choose my seat?

Absolutely! The Reser is an intimate venue offering audiences direct sightlines and stellar acoustics from every seat. Choosing the best seats is easy with their online seating map.

Will WorldOregon or The Reser Center send my tickets in the mail?

The Reser does not mail or ship ticket orders. Purchase tickets online through The Reser website. Print your tickets at home or display your ticket order barcode on your mobile device.

Online ticket options include Print-At-Home and Mobile. Both Print-At-Home and Mobile ticket purchasers may have their tickets scanned on their mobile device. Please have the file up when you arrive at the venue to expedite admission lines.

Will-call tickets are available at the event venue box office two hours prior to the show. If you are picking up will-call tickets earlier than two hours prior to the show, you must visit The Reser Box Office. Valid photo identification matching the ticket order is required to claim Will-Call tickets.

What about the post-reception?

A limited number of upper-level ticket holders and sponsors are invited to attend special speaker receptions immediately following each series event—with an opportunity to mingle with the featured speaker as well as fellow WorldOregon supporters while enjoying light refreshments. Receptions will be held at The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. Capacity is limited to 100 ticket-holders plus sponsors for the receptions.

How do I use my WorldOregon membership discount?

WorldOregon members should have received an email announcing the 2023 International Speaker Series line-up with the $10-off WorldOregon member discount code. This code can be applied to most tickets, excluding student levels. (Student prices are already offered at the lowest possible price.)

1. FIRST enter the discount code in the promo code space provided at the top of the ticketing page, then click “submit,” this action unlocks pre-sale seating and discount after seats are selected.
2. Choose seats, add to cart.
3. Click checkout. The $10 discount is now applied at checkout.
4. Purchase. Done.

If you did not receive your WorldOregon discount code, please contact us at (503) 306-5252 or [email protected]

Tickets for Students

Student tickets are available at $20 (plus a $4 service fee). 

Do you offer any other discounted tickets?

WorldOregon and The Reser Center for the Arts are proud participating members of Arts for All. Anyone who receives Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, also known as food stamps, and has the Oregon Trail Card is eligible to purchase individual International Speaker Series tickets for $5.

To purchase Arts for All tickets, call or visit Reser’s Box Office before the performance you’d like to attend. You’ll need to show your Oregon Trail Card and photo ID when purchasing tickets, or when claiming them at Will-Call. Note that you’ll need to pay with cash or with a credit card; SNAP credit cannot be used to buy concert tickets.

The Arts For All program is generously sponsored by The Standard.

Is my ticket purchase tax-deductible?

A portion of your ticket price may be tax-deductible depending on your ticket price. You may request tax information and a printed receipt.

I have special accommodations. How do I ensure accessibility for the International Speaker Series?

The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is fully accessible.

Accessible parking spaces are available for vehicles displaying valid, state-issued disability parking placards or license plates. ADA spaces can be found on the 2nd floor of the Beaverton Central Garage, on each level next to the elevators in The Round garage, and in surface lots in Beaverton Central. ADA spaces are still subject to parking fees and time limitations posted at the subject locations.

The International Speaker Series will be closed captioned and available on your personal cellular-connected device at the in-person event, as well as embedded in the live-stream of the event.

If I purchased the streaming option how can I view the event?

A link to each event you purchase will be emailed to you one day prior to the event. It's important to check spam/junk/clutter/promotions folders, as emails can sometimes end up there. 

If I bought a ticket and was unable to attend the event or watch the live stream—is it possible to view a recording of the talk?

Ticket purchasers will have a 30-day viewing window to watch or re-watch the event, via a password-protected, nonshareable link and will receive the link the day following the event. 

Additional questions? 

Please contact us at [email protected] or by phone at 503-306-5252.