As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we extend our warmest wishes to all who observe this sacred time of reflection, prayer, and community. Ramadan is a time of fasting, gratitude, and giving back—a reminder of the values that connect…
Hagir Elsheikh, a member of WACH’s board of directors, is being awarded an honorary doctorate degree during ceremonies on May 2 at Central Penn College. Join us in congratulating Dr. Hagir Elsheikh!
Church World Service Harrisburg supports our region’s refugees as they resettle, integrate, and thrive through programs and projects that encourage self-sufficiency. Visit their website to learn how to become a volunteer for this and other opportunities to help refugees in our region. Volunteer Positions:
Catholic Charities needs patient and flexible volunteers to assist one day a week in our adult English classes for immigrants and refugees in the community. Classes meet virtually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30-11:30 am or 6:00-8:00 pm. Volunteers…
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg invites high school students to submit original short stories, essays (under 1000 words), and poems on the theme: “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” Cash prizes for first, second, third…
We gathered on November 4th to call for peaceful US elections. The webinar included faith leaders from the Pennsylvania Council of Churches, the Baha’i Community, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Hindu Community, United Methodist Church, Turkish…
By: Anish Koka It was a sunny morning. I had just finished the second period when I got called into the principal’s office. I walked across the hall and took a quick right as I turned onwards to the principal…
Can the world be saved from politics, war and self destruction? Pennsylvania’s young leaders have the answer By: Joyce Davis “Can the world be saved?” That’s the question many young people in our region are asking as they worry about…
Last night, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg took over Harrisburg University with the 2024 Torch Awards Ceremony. This annual event honors remarkable individuals and organizations in our region who embody the highest ideals of tolerance, appreciation of diverse cultures,…
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