The International Relations Council (IRC) is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and serves the Greater Kansas City area. IRC is the region's leading organization for world affairs programming for all ages.  Since its founding, IRC has hosted many world leaders, including cabinet level officials, ambassadors and leaders from business, media, politics, government and education. Our members, both individuals and organizations, participate in numerous events throughout the year.  IRC also provides significant resources for teachers and schools. We invite you to learn more about the IRC by reading our mission and vision, history and then getting involved by joining IRC.