To commemorate the tragedy of September 11, 2001, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg (WACH) sponsors an annual International Peace Symposium and presents “Peacemaker in Our Midst” awards to local leaders who are advocates for peace in our community.
Thank you for attending the 2025 International Peace Symposium on September 20th, 2025, at Elizabethtown College! We were astonished and beyond grateful for the outcome and support this year, with a record 140 people registered to attend the event. We…
On September 21st, we held our annual International Peace Symposium with the help and support of Elizabethtown College and our board member Jesse Waters. Attendees of this full-day event were treated to the expertise and knowledge of our speakers and…
At the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, we recently had the privilege of hosting the 2023 International Peace Symposium, a gathering dedicated to exploring the vision of peace through dialogue, history, and shared values. This extraordinary event would not have…
In a world often marked by turbulence and discord, it is crucial to shine a light on those remarkable individuals and organizations who tirelessly work to make our communities and the world a more peaceful place. We are delighted to…
This year's International Peace Symposium focused on People Under Siege.
The 2021 Peace Symposium title: Coming to Pennsylvania: Stories of Struggle, Perseverance, and Hope! This is the beginning of a years-long project to document the experiences of recent immigrants to our region.
Announcing organizations and individuals in our region that have contributed to mutual understanding, conflict resolution and peacemaking. Purchase Tickets HERE for Symposium, including lunch: Peacemaker in Our Midst Awards – Local leaders honored for peacemaking Heeding God’s Call — for its…
Special Appreciation to Dr. Richard Hughes Author – Myths America Lives By: White Supremacy and the Stories that Give Us Meaning Special Appreciation to all Moderators and Panelists: Opening Panel – Dr. David Kenley – Moderator Threats of War: North Korea,…
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg honors organizations and individuals that have served as peacemakers in our communities and around the world. The 2018 Peacemaker in Our Midst awards will be presented at the International Peace Symposium from 10 a.m.…
Thanks to Elizabethtown College and The Center for Global Understanding and Peacemaking for hosting: STARING DOWN DISASTER: NEW PARADIGMS FOR PEACEMAKING 10-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 And Special Thanks to our Speakers: OPENING KEYNOTE — UPDATE ON NORTH KOREA…
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