Thank you for attending the 2026 International Women’s Conference & Fashion Show at Central Penn College! The conference on March 28th revolved around the theme: “Her Voice Matters: From Every Corner of the Globe.” In today’s world, it is increasingly…
On Monday, June 9th, European Union parliamentary leaders visited Harrisburg University to participate in a forum and Q&A about the Ukrainian war, hosted by WACH. The delegation offered insightful views on the war in Ukraine, informing the Harrisburg community about…
On May 22nd, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg held the 2025 Torch of Global Enlightenment Awards at Penn State Harrisburg. This annual event honors remarkable individuals and organizations in our region who embody the highest ideals of tolerance, appreciation…
On October 3rd, The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and Highmark Health held a World Mental Health Day public forum on Mental Health Equity. Thank you to our panelists: Ruth Moore, Dr. Samantha Butts, Dr.Rafat Omar, and Dr. Shaun Cook…
On May 19, 2024 members of the Central Dauphin community gathered at Linglestown Life to share stories and hear from the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission about steps forward regarding discrimination and racism in our schools. This community forum was hosted…
2024 International Women’s Festival This year’s festival took place at the Civic Club of Harrisburg on March 23rd. It featured a health forum with Dr. Najiba Benabess, Phyllis Hicks, Chavone Momon-Nelson, DO and Gloria Merrick. The day concluded with an…
March 12, 2024 Thank you to Elizabethtown College and the Bower’s Writer’s House for hosting this documentary film screening of Tomas Sideris’s The Muddy River of Baasim. Attendees were able to view the moving documentary and ask Sideris questions about…
Ensuring equitable healthcare for women from puberty to menopause remains a global challenge. This forum brought together healthcare professionals to discuss comprehensive healthcare across all life stages, aiming to improve health and well-being for all women. Panelists:
2024 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival On January 14th, our community gathered for a memorable evening at the MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival, centered around the theme “A Call for Peace: A Time to Break Silence.” The event featured a…
On November 21, 2023 interfaith leaders from across Central Pennsylvania came together to pray for suffering people in the Middle East, Ukraine, Sudan and around the world. Representatives from diverse faith communities shared their unique prayers and perspectives on peace,…
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