Category News

Congratulations Hagir Elsheikh!

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!  

Volunteer with CWS Harrisburg

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:

Become an ESL Classroom Aide Volunteer

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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…

Interfaith Call for Peaceful Elections

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…

2024 Torch Awards Ceremony Photos and Video

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,…