Our Programs
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg offers a diverse array of program series throughout the year, designed to keep you informed and engaged on topical and compelling subjects. Our programs feature expert speakers, thought-provoking discussions, and interactive sessions that cater to a wide range of interests. Click below to learn more about each series and join us in exploring the world of global affairs.
2026 International Peace Symposium
Saturday, September 19th @ Gettysburg College
Morning Panel: Diplomacy and the Retreat from Soft Power
Thomas Garrett – President, American Committees on Foreign Relations + Professor, Cornell University’s Brooks School of Public Policy
Dr. Diana Putnam – Minister Counsel (Retired), United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
David Smith – President, Forage Center for Peacebuilding and Humanitarian Education
David Weisman – Foreign Service Officer (Retired), U.S. Department of State
Afternoon Panel: Global Impact of America’s Retreat from Soft Power
Brian Katulis – Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute
Scott Paul – Director, Peace & Security at Oxfam America
Linda Specht – Senior Foreign Service Officer (Retired), U.S. Department of State
Wilfred Muskens – Program Director, Pennsylvania Global Business Advisors + Honorary Consul in Philadelphia, Kingdom of the Netherlands
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The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of significant contemporary international issues throughout Central Pennsylvania.
