Founded originally as an offshoot of the New York Council on Foreign Relations in 1976, the Phoenix Committee is now an independent, non profit, non partisan, membership organization, dedicated to positioning metro Phoenix as a major regional, international policy center. Composed of community leaders, PCFR’s goal is to assist our members in adapting to a rapidly changing world.

We offer monthly programs year-round, including our unique event the “International State of the State” address which an open ended dialogue by significant leaders of government, industry, and education who discuss Arizona’s role in the changing global environment. Throughout our season we bring renowned speakers to share candid insights. This provides our members with intriguing and intellectually challenging, interactive experiences as they participate in the Q & A following the speakers’ remarks.