Navy League of New Orleans- Venezuela: Challenges, Change, & the Road Ahead

Welcome to the Navy League of New Orleans-Venezuela : Challenges, Change, & the Road Ahead

Date: October 28, 2026

Location: New Orleans Country Club

Join us for an engaging discussion with Professor David Smilde, a distinguished scholar at Tulane University, as he examines the evolving political, economic, and social landscape of Venezuela and its significance for the Western Hemisphere.

Drawing on decades of research on Venezuelan politics, democracy, civil society, and regional affairs, Professor Smilde will provide a balanced overview of the country's recent developments, the factors shaping its current trajectory, and the broader implications for migration, governance, economic stability, and regional security. Attendees will gain valuable context for understanding one of the hemisphere's most complex and closely watched challenges.

Whether your interest is in international affairs, Latin American studies, public policy, or regional security, this presentation offers an opportunity to hear from a leading expert and engage with the issues shaping Venezuela's future and its impact on the Americas.

5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Reception with light hors d'oeuvres and 1 drink ticket provided

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Speaker presentation

7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Q&A

Please click here to view Professor Smilde's bio.

Register by Thursday, October 22, 2026

***If you would like to mail a check for your registration please email navyleague@bellsouth.net and mail a check to the below address (do not include the convenience fee):

Navy League of New Orleans

1908 Clearview Pkwy Ste 203

Metairie, LA 70001