Connecting Harrisburg to the World

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg (WACH) is the hub for global learning and discussion in Central Pennsylvania.

Community Discourse Starts Here

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.

Current Programs

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg offers several program series throughout the year to keep you engaged on topical and interesting subjects. Click below to learn more.

Youth Council

A new opportunity for young people passionate about the world to get involved.

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Travel Live Series

Can't travel? We've got you covered with our monthly virtual series at 5pm

Upcoming World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Events

Recent Blog Posts

Read more about what's happening at WACH

Praying for Peace

Praying for Peace

On November 21, 2023 interfaith leaders from across Central Pennsylvania came together to pray for suffering people in the Middle…

The State of Mental Health: The Military

The State of Mental Health: The Military

On October 30th 2023 we held our latest State of Mental Health forum at Highmark in Camp Hill. This forum…

War in the Middle East: What’s Next for the World?

War in the Middle East: What’s Next for the World?

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and the Alaska World Affairs Council held a webinar on October 26th to discuss…