Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.

# The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg

Connecting Pennsylvania's Capitol Region to the World

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://wacharrisburg.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Blog](https://wacharrisburg.org/blog/)
- [Great Decisions Video Archive](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-archive/) - The archive of our Great Decisions Lecture series. Watch past lectures on the most important global issues
- [2026 International Women's Conference & Fashion Show](https://wacharrisburg.org/2026-international-womens-conference-fashion-show/) - 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 important to recognize the strength and resilience of women across the globe. The conference started
- [International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-womens-conference/) - Annual International Women's Festival Explores issues of importance to women in our local communities and around the world. Former conferences have focused on Women and Power, Women and Politics, and Women and Immigration. Thank you for attending the 2026 International Women's Conference! Thank you to our sponsor, Central Penn College, and everyone who made the
- [Cumberland Valley Wins Local Academic WorldQuest Competition!](https://wacharrisburg.org/cumberland-valley-wins-local-academic-worldquest-competition/) - Congratulations to Cricket Baar, Sheel Kalkote, Aadesh Jay Harikumar, and Neil Peter for winning our local Academic WorldQuest Competition! This year, we had a record number of 16 participants from Cedar Cliff, Milton Hershey, Carlisle, Red Land, and Cumberland Valley compete at our competition on March 7th. Thank you to Penn State Harrisburg for hosting
- [2026 State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/2026-state-of-black-health/) - Thank you for joining The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for our annual State of Black Health event on February 3rd, 2026. Panelists discussed cardiovascular, mental, maternal, men's, and women's health at the successful event. We also had our first Health Equity Champion awards, honoring those in our community who continue to advocate for access
- [2026 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2026-mlk-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - 2026 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival On January 18th, 2026, we gathered at Harrisburg Area Community College’s Cooper Center for the annual MLK Poetry & Storytelling festival. WACH consistently recognizes the importance and significance of Martin Luther King Jr Day, and fosters community engagement through its annual celebration of the occasion. Each year, WACH brings
- [Travel Live, China!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-china/) - Watch "Travel Live, China" which occured on January 14th to learn about WACH's recent trip to China to strengthen collaborations between Central PA and China. Panelists: Dr. John Sygielski, President, HACC Dr. Joyce Davis, President, WACH Mary Gabriele, Program Manager, WACH Cole Goodman, Outreach Coordinator, WACH Kalpana Doppalapudi, Board Member, WACH James Zhang, President, Sino
- [Photos from Past Trips](https://wacharrisburg.org/photos-from-past-trips/) - Photos from Past World Affairs Council Trips Each year the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia offers several travel opportunities to Council members. These trips have spanned the globe and are wonderful opportunities to see the world with individuals who are passionate about exploring and discovering new places. Here are some pictures from trips our members
- [Aarushi D. Attends WACA National Conference as a "Student Scholar"](https://wacharrisburg.org/aarushi-d-attends-waca-national-conference-as-a-student-scholar/) - Congratulations to WACH Student Scholar Aarushi Dedhiya for being selected to attend the WACA National Conference on November 18 - 21st. Established in 2010 with generous support from the Malú and Carlos Alvarez Family, the Student Scholars Program offers 25 undergraduate students from Council communities the opportunity to attend the National Conference at no cost. WACA
- [Travel Live! Stockholm, Sweden](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-stockholm-sweden/) - WACH Program Manager, Mary Gabriele, and WACH President, Joyce Davis, discussed Mary's recent trip to Stockholm, Sweden, in a Travel Live! on November 23rd, 2025. Thank you to everyone who joined! Please feel free to reach out to Mary Gabriele, marygwach@gmail.com, if you have any questions. For those interested in the Worldpackers volunteer program: https://www.worldpackers.com/
- [WACH Holds International Health Forum-- Oct. 23rd](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-holds-international-health-forum-oct-23rd/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg held an International Health Forum in Collaboration with Highmark Health to discuss pressing global health topics on October 23rd, 2025. We want to thank Highmark and everyone who made this event successful in providing information and support for those most in need. Speakers discussed heart health, advancements in cancer
- [WACH Welcomes "Young Asian Diplomats" to Central PA](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-welcomes-young-asian-diplomats-to-central-pa/) - On October 10th, a delegation of Asian Diplomats visited Harrisburg, PA as part of their trip with The Asia Foundation. The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, along with Visit Hershey Harrisburg, welcomed distinguished diplomats from Fiji, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and other Asian countries to our part of the globe! On Friday, October 10th, WACH
- [Thank You for Attending the 2025 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/thank-you-for-attending-the-2025-international-peace-symposium/) - 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 hope you left the symposium with more knowledge on how to “Disrupt the Cycle of
- [Check Out the New Podcast: "The Timeline"](https://wacharrisburg.org/check-out-the-new-podcast-the-timeline/) - Discover Timeline, launching October 3 led by seasoned journalists Abdülhamit Bilici and Joyce Davis, offering in-depth insights to global affairs and politics.
- [Go to China With WACH!](https://wacharrisburg.org/go-to-china-with-wach/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is partnering with the Sino-American Business and Travel Association to bring American leaders to China. Participants will have immersive experiences and guided exploration around China. This program goes far beyond sightseeing. It’s a journey that inspires global awareness, personal growth, and meaningful cross-cultural friendships. Build Global Competence: Participate in
- [Our broken college system is failing the next generation- Intern Opinion Piece, Druthi Naveen](https://wacharrisburg.org/our-broken-college-system-is-failing-the-next-generation-intern-opinion-piece-druthi-naveen/) - Druthi Naveen is a student at Cumberland Valley and an intern in the 2025 summer program of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive They tell us that we are all so young, with so much ahead of us and close to nothing behind us. Yet we’re supposed to tell you who we are
- [Help the Sharif Family Recover](https://wacharrisburg.org/help-the-sharif-family-recover/) - Please consider donating to help the Sharif family, whose son was tragically hurt at the Kipona festival. Durre Sharif, Faiz's mother, is a wonderful and incredible member of the Harrisburg community who has changed so many lives at Church World Services. She is constantly involved with WACH, advocating for refugees in our region, making a
- [Wach Student Scholars Application](https://wacharrisburg.org/elementor-24767/) - WACH Student Scholars Apply to be a student scholar to attend the World Affairs Council of America National Conference that creates pipelines to careers in world affairs and fosters a culture of lifelong learning. APPLY NOW About What is student scholars? The Student Scholars Program from the World Affairs Council of America offers World Affairs
- [Back to the Future: Repeating History or Rewriting it? | 2025 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/back-to-the-future-repeating-history-or-rewriting-it-2025-international-young-leaders-conference/) - September 4, 2026 – 2025 International Young Leaders Conference, "Back to the Future: Repeating History or Rewriting it?" recap
- [AI is already helping people cope with mental health crises, and saving lives | Anshu Sandhadi Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/ai-is-already-helping-people-cope-with-mental-health-crises-and-saving-lives-anshu-sandhadi-opinion-piece/) - Anshu Sandhadi is a student at Cumberland Valley High School and an intern in the 2025 summer program of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive Through centuries of evolution, humans have revolutionized our planet. Our most recent revolution is one filled with controversy—Artificial Intelligence (AI). Being a student of the 21st century, I’ve
- [Democracy isn’t just about elections - it’s about answering the phone | Ronny Qian Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/democracy-isnt-just-about-elections-its-about-answering-the-phone-ronny-qian-opinion-piece/) - Ronny Qian is a student at Georgetown University. He served as an intern with State Rep. Keith Harris’s office in Philadelphia’s 195th District Office. He also participated in the summer internship and enrichment program sponsored by the World Affairs Council and PennLive Democracy does not always look like the marble domes on Capitol Hill or
- [Want to heal our divided world? Start by leaving your bubble | Lydia Laur Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/want-to-heal-our-divided-world-start-by-leaving-your-bubble-lydia-laur-opinion-piece/) - Lydia Laur is a student at Red Land High School and an intern in the summer program sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive The world we live in today feels increasingly divided by politics, race, culture, religion, and class. But what if there were a simple change that each one of
- [Why Trump’s appeal to lonely young men threatens women’s rights | Grace Wrightstone Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/why-trumps-appeal-to-lonely-young-men-threatens-womens-rights-grace-wrightstone-opinion-piece/) - Grace Wrightstone is a rising senior at Cumberland Valley High School and an intern with the summer program sponsored by The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive “You know what a woman’s purpose is? A woman’s purpose is to have children,” the man said. “Thou shalt go forth and multiply.” He called himself a
- [America’s transportation system is stuck in the slow lane | Al- Ameen Adeyanju Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/americas-transportation-system-is-stuck-in-the-slow-lane-al-ameen-adeyanju-opinion-piece/) - Al-Ameen Adeyanju is a student at North Star Academy, Lincoln Park High School, Newark. N.J. and an intern in the summer program of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive. A key aspect of human life through history has been movement. Our unique ability to be bi-pedal gives humans an advantage many animals don’t
- [Doomscrolling is another addiction that can lead to disaster | Ayesha Siddiqui Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/doomscrolling-is-another-addiction-that-can-lead-to-disaster-ayesha-siddiqui-opinion-piece/) - Ayesha Siddiqui is a student at Cumberland Valley and an intern in the summer program of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive. A new addiction is on the rise. Many call doomscrolling a way to kill time, but it’s really an addiction. Like many addictions that have consequences, doomscrolling creates mental and physical
- [Mobile classrooms and hallway lunches: that’s the new normal for some crowded Pennsylvania school districts | Hannah Harvey, Intern Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/mobile-classrooms-and-hallway-lunches-thats-the-new-normal-for-some-crowded-pennsylvania-school-districts-hannah-harvey-intern-opinion-piece/) - Hannah Harvey is a rising senior at Susquehanna Township High School and an intern with the summer program sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive Packed Hallways, Cramped Futures: Overcrowding in Central PA Schools As I prepare to enter my senior year at Susquehanna Township High School, I’ve found myself hit with
- [Why Trump’s appeal to lonely young men threatens women’s rights | Grace Wrightstone Intern Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/why-trumps-appeal-to-lonely-young-men-threatens-womens-rights-grace-wrightstone-intern-opinion-piece/) - Grace Wrightstone is a rising senior at Cumberland Valley High School and an intern with the summer program sponsored by The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025/07/why-trumps-appeal-to-lonely-young-men-threatens-womens-rights-opinion.html “You know what a woman’s purpose is? A woman’s purpose is to have children,” the man said. “Thou shalt go forth and multiply.” He called himself
- [Children should not go to bed hungry in America | Shawn Crowell, Intern Opinion Piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/children-should-not-go-to-bed-hungry-in-america-shawn-crowell-intern-opinion-piece/) - Shawn Crowell is a 2025 Summer Intern at The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025/08/children-should-not-go-to-bed-hungry-in-america-opinion.html Today, in the wealthiest country in the world, where people have been to the moon and back, a national travesty lies with 1 in 5 children: child poverty. That is 1 in 5 children in this country who go to
- [Intern Opinion Piece: Nehasri Gudipati](https://wacharrisburg.org/intern-opinion-piece-nehasri-gudipati/) - Check out an opinion piece written by 2025 summer intern Nehasri Gudipati. https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025/07/your-bank-account-shouldnt-determine-if-you-live-or-die-opinion.html
- [Intern Opinion Piece: Anreet Riar](https://wacharrisburg.org/intern-opinion-piece-anreet-riar/) - Check out first opinion piece from our 2025 interns! This editorial was written by Anreet Riar, a student at Cumberland Valley https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025/07/racism-toward-indians-should-not-be-treated-like-a-joke-opinion.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawLjdi9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE0NkhWaGpqcnVaUHVLRjh6AR4Yw5uRIGFsWLJifoDHOKpKP9xNQOz6rry8f3yBCwCSqyNyl9dPefvBMY-E5Q_aem_tOVsJmZDBM1fPdWc_y5LhA
- [Travel Live! Quebec](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-quebec/) - Dr. Joyce Davis and Russel Goodman host David Brulotte, the Delegate General of Québec to New York, to showcase everything Québec has to offer! They recorded this Travel Live! episode on July 11th. No event found!
- [Evening with International Authors, July 10, 2025](https://wacharrisburg.org/evening-with-international-authors-july-10-2025/) - Thank you for attending the WACH event, "Evening with International Authors" at Kareem's Mission on July 10th, 2025 The event featured esteemed authors Hagir Elsheikh, Guerline Laurore, Sahiti Kulkarni, and Jesse Waters
- [World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Community Forum with Delegation from the European Union at Harrisburg University](https://wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-community-forum-with-delegation-from-the-european-union-at-harrisburg-university/) - 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 the atrocities happening overseas. The delegation was comprised of members of the Foreign Affairs and
- [2013 Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/2013-competition/) - The 1st Annual MLK Day Poetry & Storytelling Festival was held and we honored student poets and writers.
- [Ramadan Mubarak from the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg!](https://wacharrisburg.org/ramadan-mubarak-from-the-world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg/) - 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 us all, regardless of faith or background. At the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, we
- [The 2025 Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-2025-torch-awards/) - 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 of diverse cultures, and global understanding. Held with a spirit of unity and celebration, the
- [Congratulations Hagir Elsheikh!](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-dr-benabess/) - 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](https://wacharrisburg.org/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: Powered By EmbedPress
- [Become an ESL Classroom Aide Volunteer](https://wacharrisburg.org/become-an-esl-classroom-aide-volunteer/) - 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 must be at least 18 years old. Training and additional support is provided. Contact Katie
- [2025 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Competition for High School Students](https://wacharrisburg.org/2025-mlk-poetry-storytelling-competition-for-high-school-students/) - 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 place winners! Deadline to enter is January 10th. Fill out my LGL Form!
- [Human Rights Film Festival & Discussion](https://wacharrisburg.org/human-rights-film-festival-discussion/) - On December 10th, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg hosted a powerful evening at Central Penn College, featuring the award-winning documentary Gas Station or The Pigeons of Lahore by acclaimed journalist and filmmaker Dr. Thomas Sideris. The film captivated audiences with its deeply moving portrayal of Pakistani immigrants in Greece, exploring their struggles, resilience, and humanity. Dr. Sideris wove in
- [2024 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2024-mlk-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - View photos and the results of our 2024 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival which celebrates the life of Martin Luther King Jr through poetry & storytelling.
- [](https://wacharrisburg.org/donation-thanks/)
- [2024 Journal of International Thought](https://wacharrisburg.org/2024-journal-of-international-thought/) - Take a look at this year's intern opinion pieces in the 2024 Journal of International Thought. Each of our summer interns wrote a piece on a topic of their choosing from bullying to AI. Powered By EmbedPress
- [Interfaith Call for Peaceful Elections](https://wacharrisburg.org/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 Cultural Center of Pennsylvania, Temple Ohev Sholom, and New Branches Ministry.
- [Mental Health Equity Forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/mental-health-equity-forum/) - On October 3rd, The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and Highmark Health held a World Mental Health Day public forum on Mental Health Equity.
- [Avoiding Armageddon: Pathways to Peace at Home & Abroad](https://wacharrisburg.org/avoiding-armageddon-pathways-to-peace-at-home-and-abroad/) - On September 21st we held our annual International Peace Symposium at Elizabethtown College providing information on roadblocks and strategies to peacebuilding.
- [Climate Change Resource Guide for Students and Teachers!](https://wacharrisburg.org/climate-change-resource-guide-for-students-and-teachers/) - We live on a beautiful, colorful, and diverse planet. Through the inventions of technology and innovation, we can know what is happening on the opposite side of the world in a heartbeat. This convergence of mechanical and science has made information readily available to help us understand the complexity and balance of life as a whole. Our
- [Honesty is badly needed in global health](https://wacharrisburg.org/honesty-is-badly-needed-in-global-health/) - In today’s interconnected world, the need for transparency and honesty in global health policy is more pressing than ever.
- [We have to stop letting bullies off the hook](https://wacharrisburg.org/we-have-to-stop-letting-bullies-off-the-hook/) - 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 office. I was almost in tears as a subtle but ever-present rage built up inside
- [Can The World Be Saved? Perspectives from the Next Generation | 2024 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/young-leaders-conference-24/) - The 2024 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair, hosted by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, was a resounding success. This annual event, organized by our summer interns, brought together thought leaders, experts, and aspiring young professionals to engage in meaningful dialogue on some of the most pressing issues facing our world today. The
- [WACH Annual Sept. 11th Conference -- Video and Photos](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-annual-sept-11th-conference-video-and-photo-update/) - Recap of the Annual September 11th Conference After Bin Laden: Stuxnet, Drones and the New Middle East Didn't make it to this years conference or just want a refresher? We've got some highlights below. Amy Gaudion talks about American use of Drone aircraft to fight terrorism Dr. Larry Goodson speaks at World Affairs Council annual
- [The Sikhs -- Video](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-sikhs-video/) - Understanding World Religions: The Sikhs We recently held a forum to help better known the Sikhs. Check out the forum here: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
- [Understanding Business and Culture in the Middle East: Focus UAE](https://wacharrisburg.org/understanding-business-and-culture-in-the-middle-east-focus-uae/) - Continuing our Focus Series, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Presents: Focus United Arab Emirates 6:30 p.m. Oct. 9 at Dixon University Center in Harrisburg Featuring diplomats from the Embassy of the UAE Dr. Saghira Al Ahbabi, Head of Political Affairs Department, Embassy of the United Arab Emirates Saud Al Nowais, Commercial Counselor, Embassy of
- [Video - Hassina Sherjan](https://wacharrisburg.org/video-hassina-sherjan/) - Education and Safety of Afghan Women From CSPAN -- Afghan businesswoman and education proponent Hassina Sherjan talked about the future of women and girls in Afghanistan after the U.S. leaves the country. She detailed her work on ensuring women’s education, including under the Taliban regime when she ran underground schools. Watch Hassina now
- [Photos - Oct. 22nd Teachers and Hassina Sherjan](https://wacharrisburg.org/photos-oct-22nd-teachers-and-hassina-sherjan/) - On Oct. 22nd at the Dixion University Center, WACH held another successful Great Female Authors Forum. Hassina Sherjan spoke about the future of Afghanistan and education and the teachers who traveled to Turkey with Spotlight Turkey spoke about their experiences.
- [Great Female Author Series: Cartel by Sylvia Longmire](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-female-author-series-cartel-by-slyvia-longmire/) - Thanks to Sylvia Longmire for a Most Informative Greate Female Author Dinner at Widener University! "Longmire offers fresh insights into almost every facet of the war on drugs."¹ "Sylvia Longmire’s work provides an indispensable overview of Mexico’s Drug War and its current impact on the United States’ national security. "² Having followed Mexico's cartels for
- [Future of Korea](https://wacharrisburg.org/future-of-korea/) - The Future of Korea Program Series will focus on the economic and political situation November 29-30, 2012 • Abraham Kim, Interim President, Korea Economic Institute • Jinwook Kim, Counselor, Embassy of the Republic of Korea • Jacob Choi, Office of Korean Affairs, U.S. Department of State Forum and Dinner Raddison, Nov. 29th, 6:30pm Student Forum
- [Teachers Share their Turkey Experience -- Photos](https://wacharrisburg.org/teachers-share-their-turkey-experience-photos/) - View the photos & video footage of local teachers discussing their recent trip to Turkey.
- [Brian Katulis: Syria, Libya, Israelis and Palestinians](https://wacharrisburg.org/syria-libya-isrealis-and-palestinians-top-foreign-policy-challenges-for-obamas-next-term/) - BRIAN KATULIS Senior Fellow CENTER FOR AMERICAN PROGRESS Washington, D.C. SYRIA, LIBYA, ISRAELIS AND PALESTINIANS: TOP FOREIGN POLICY CHALLENGES FOR OBAMA'S NEXT TERM DINNER FORUM 6:30-8:30 p.m. DEC. 3, 2012 Widener University School of Law Administration Building 3800 Vartan Way Harrisburg, PA PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Brian Katulis is a Senior Fellow at American Progress,
- [Help our Youth Become Globally Competent! Donate Through EITC!](https://wacharrisburg.org/help-support-wach-join-now-or-donate/) - Today's youth need more than a diploma...they need to be Globally Competent! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg has launched its Global Competency program to help youth in our region better understand world events and appreciate other cultures, languages and lands. You can help us bring world-class speakers into the schools, sponsor events such
- [International Poetry and Storytelling Gala - Winners](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-poetry-and-storytelling-gala-winners/) - 1st Annual Poetry and Storytelling Gala Photos and video below, but first, our winners! Winners: First Place: The Words of the World There are heroes among men Blending in with the crowds They stand with their heads bent With their eyes lowered And backs stooped For they carry a world on their shoulders A world
- [Understanding Developments in North Africa: Islamic Extremism in Mali, Algeria and Beyond](https://wacharrisburg.org/understanding-developments-in-north-africa-islamic-extremism-in-mali-algeria-and-beyond/) - Understanding Developments in North Africa: Islamic Extremism in Mali, Algeria and Beyond Discussion Forum and Reception 1:30pm, February 24th, Widener University Reception Hall Colonel Thomas E. Sheperd, Director of African Studies, Department of National Security and Strategy, U.S. Army War College Dr. Anouar Boukars, Professor of International Relations at McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland and
- [Great Female Authors: Diana Untermeyer](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-female-authors-diana-untermeyer/) - Qatar: Sand, Sea and Sky Reception and Book Signing: March 21st, 4-5:30pm, Temple University, Strawberry Sq. Breakfast with the Author, Friday March 22nd, 8am-10am, Messiah Village Chapel, Messiah Lifeways, 100 Mt. Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Dinner and Forum: March 21st, 6:30pm, Dixon University Center Area High School Presentation: March 22nd The World Affairs
- [Academic WorldQuest: Congratulations to Our Winning Teams!](https://wacharrisburg.org/academic-worldquest-congratulations-to-our-winning-teams/) - High School students from throughout Central Pennsylvania faced off against each other in the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Academic WorldQuest competition held at Elizabethtown College in April. The winning team from Cumberland Valley went to Washington, D.C. for the national Academic WorldQuest Competition. And the winner was . . . Cumberland Valley: Team 2!
- [Thanks to Dickinson College for Hosting "Not My Life" Documentary](https://wacharrisburg.org/not-my-life-a-documentary-on-modern-day-slavery/) - Dickinson College's Clark Forum recently hosted Robert Bilheimer, producer of the acclaimed documentary "Not My Life," who spoke of his work in producing the film on modern-day slavery A reception in honor of Bilheimer was held at the Clark Forum and the film was aired at the Stern Center on campus. on Sept. 10. The
- [Announcing New Partnership with African American Chamber of Commerce of Central PA!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-new-partnership-with-african-american-chamber-of-commerce-of-central-pa/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg announces a new partnership with the African American Chamber of Commerce of Central PA! These two great organizations will begin collaborating to sponsor events and programs in our community. Stay tuned for more news about our joint upcoming events. WACH and AACCCP join Estamos Unidos de Pennsylvania in creating
- [From Harrisburg to the World: Gannett Fleming President/COO Robert Scaer](https://wacharrisburg.org/from-harrisburg-to-the-world-with-gannett-fleming-president-and-coo-robert-m-scaer/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg in cooperation with The African American Chamber of Commerce of Central PA and The Hill Society presented: From Harrisburg to the World! - Examining the Harrisburg Region's International Trade Opportunities. Thanks to: Robert M. Scaer Coo of Gannett Fleming who provided a stimulating discussion on navigating cultures, laws and
- [Future of South Korea: Photos](https://wacharrisburg.org/future-of-south-korea-photos/)
- [Understanding World Religions: The Sikhs](https://wacharrisburg.org/understanding-world-religions-the-sikhs/) - In the wake of the tragic events at the Sikh Temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg hosted a poignant and enlightening dinner forum. At this special gathering, members of the Sikh Community came forward to share their beliefs, culture, and experiences, fostering understanding and unity in the face of adversity.
- [Meet our 2013 Summer Interns](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach2013summerinterns/) - Exploring the World The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg welcomes the following high school and college interns this summer: Ann-Queen Sedhom is a junior at Cumberland Valley High School. She's 100% Egyptian and very outgoing, easy to talk to and a great leader and public speaker. Ashley Rice is a senior at
- [Rowhani, Iran and US](https://wacharrisburg.org/1308/) - Can Iran's New President Mend Fences with the West? Thanks to our Speakers for an enlightening discussion on prospects for decrease of tensions with Iran. Thanks to our Speakers for an enlightening discussion on prospects for decrease of tensions with Iran. Featuring: FATEMEH AMAN, journalist and Iranian analyst, Middle East Institute, Washington, D.C. Former Washington
- [Joyce Davis on Mark Steiner Show speaking about Sept.11 and Syria!](https://wacharrisburg.org/joyce-davis-on-mark-steiner-show-speaking-about-sept-11-and-syria/) - Here is a podcast of World Affairs Council of Harrisburg President Joyce Davis speaking on the Mark Steiner Show about http://www.steinershow.org/wp1/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/mss_130912_seg1.mp3
- [“Hidden Dangers: Island Wars in the South China Sea?"](https://wacharrisburg.org/hidden-dangers-emerging-global-issues-of-the-21st-century/) - “Hidden Dangers: Emerging Global Issues of the 21st Century” What is Going on Between Japan and China in the South China Sea? And Why Should the United States Care? October 31 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dickinson College, Stern Center, Great Room Free Admission! Rear Admiral McDevitt will discuss the increasingly contentious dispute between
- [WELCOME CENTRAL PENN COLLEGE!](https://wacharrisburg.org/welcome-central-penn-college/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg welcomes Central Penn College as a new Sustaining Institution! Central Penn College also will host the 2014 Academic WorldQuest competition for high school students. And it will be the venue for the Oct. 9 Great Female Author dinner with Nancy Stout, author of "One Day In December: Celia
- [UAE Delegation - Photos](https://wacharrisburg.org/uae-delegation-photos/) - Pictures from the UAE Delegation's Visit to Harrisburg
- [2018 Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - 2018 POETRY & STORYTELLING FESTIVAL Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day 6 p.m. January 16, 2018 Temple University Harrisburg . 2018 INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING SPONSORS PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL ON THE ARTS CONGRATULATIONS TO 2018 FINALISTS! WINNERS OF 2018 INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING COMPETITION FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FIRST PLACE: KATE FOLEY – HOME-SCHOOLED
- [Thanks to Our Newest Supporter: Wells Fargo!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-our-newest-supporter-wells-fargo/) - World Affairs Council of Harrisburg President Joyce Davis accepts donation from Representatives of Wells Fargo at their branch on North Front Street in Harrisburg. Wells Fargo Vice President Brendan Flores, Tammy Watkins and Branch Manager Titus Brown present Davis with the check for $2,500 to suppot the Council's initiatives to engage both youth and adults
- [NOT MY LIFE – A DOCUMENTARY ON MODERN-DAY SLAVERY](https://wacharrisburg.org/not-my-life-a-documentary-on-modern-day-slavery-2/) - Join Us for the Award-winning Documentary Screening NOT MY LIFE December 4 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Not My Life, directed by Oscar nominee Robert Bilheimer, probes the dark, hidden, and often unspeakable realities of human trafficking and modern-day slavery– multi-billion dollar global industries that earn their profits, as the film’s narration says, “on the
- [International Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-poetrystorytelling-competition-submit-your-work-for-great-prizes/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg hosts Annual International Poetry & Storytelling Competition and Gala Event Martin Luther King Day - 6:30 p.m. January 20, 2014. Sponsored by: Temple University Harrisburg and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. We invite all talented high school and college students to submit their poetry works and/or short stories
- [GUN DEBATE IN AMERICA: ACCLAIMED AUTHORS TO KEYNOTE 2014 Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/now-accepting-nominees-fro-2014-torch-of-global-enlightenment-awards/) - AND THE 2014 TORCH AWARD NOMINEES ARE: The World Affairs Council, in collaboration with the World Culture Club and the Penn State Hershey School of Medicine, is sponsoring the second annual Torch of Global Enlightenment Awards and will honor organizations and individuals for their work in helping to advance an appreciation for diverse cultures, religious
- [Nelson Mandela: 1918-2013](https://wacharrisburg.org/nelson-mandela-1918-2013/) - Message from The Nelson Mandela Foundation, The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and The Mandela Rhodes Foundation 5th December 2013 It is with the deepest regret that we have learned of the passing of our founder, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela – Madiba. The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa will shortly make further official announcements. We
- [Thanks to Ambassador Ibiyinka Olufeme Alao!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-ambassador-ibiyinka-olufeme-alao/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Honorary Nigerian Arts Ambassador Ibiyinka Olufeme Alao for a fantastic keynote at the 2014 International Poetry and Storytelling Festival. Congratulations to the 1st place winner of the International Poetry and Storytelling Festival, Daunessy Pen. Miss Pen's winning entry: [sang]Strange fruit Hanging from the poplar Trees Blood on
- [China's Rising Economic and Military Might](https://wacharrisburg.org/chinas-rising-economic-and-military-might/) - Featuring Dr. David Lai Join us for an evening of dinner and discussion with Dr. David Lai of the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, PA. WAC Harrisburg Associates will examine China’s rising military and economic power. Dr. Lai is an acknowledged expert on China and international relations. Come enjoy a stimulating evening of dining,
- [Congratulations to Torch of Global Enlightenment Honorees](https://wacharrisburg.org/torch-of-global-enlightenment-2/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg congratulates all of those honored at the recent Torch of Global Enlightenment dinner held at Dixon University Center. Dr. Truong Phuong and the Red Rose Intercultural and Educational Foundation received the Torch Award, and nominees were also honored, including: The Rt. Rev. Nathan Baxter Dr. Hector Ortiz Mary Klaus
- [Join us for the discussions on Iran and NATO](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us-for-the-discussions-on-iran-and-nato/) - Please join us for the discussions Red Line: Iran, Israel and the Bomb October 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Temple University, room 244 Suspicion and a troubled history have blighted U.S.-Iranian relations for three decades. How can the United States and Iran move forward? Is the existence of Iran’s nuclear program an insurmountable obstacle? The
- [Elizabethtown College sponsors Cyber Security forum!](https://wacharrisburg.org/elizabethtown-college-sponsors-cyber-security-forum/) - Elizabethtown College's Center for Global Understanding and Peacemaking recently sponsored a "Ware Lecture" on Cyber Security. Click here for a video of the conference:
- [Join Us for the Discussions on Myanmar](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us-for-the-discussions-on-myanmar/) - Please join us for the discussion on Myanmar The Generals and the Democrat: Burma in Transition October 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Turkish Cultural Center and October 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Landis Homes (1001 E. Oregon Road Lititz,PA 17543) Purchase tickets for Harrisburg discussion here Purchase tickets for Lititz discussion here
- [International Business Luncheon: "Why Green: Global and Local Perspective on the Environment and Sustainability"](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-business-luncheon-why-green-global-and-local-perspective-on-the-environment-and-sustainability/) - Thanks to Doug Neidich Owner of Greenworks for a Most Informative discussion at the International Business Executive Luncheon on: "Why Green: Global and Local Perspective on Environment and Sustainability" Doug Neidich is Chairman of Greenworks Development, LLC in Harrisburg, PA. Greenworks works to enhance the quality of life in the region by creating new communities
- [VISIT UAE EMBASSY AND TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER IN WASHINGTON, DC](https://wacharrisburg.org/visit-uae-embassy-and-turkish-cultural-center-in-washington-dc/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is organizing a trip to Washington, DC to visit the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates and the Turkish Cultural Organization. The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates will host lunch at their beautiful building and give a presentation on their country with a Q & A session with
- [AND the WINNERS of the TORCH AWARD 2014 ARE...](https://wacharrisburg.org/and-the-winners-of-the-torch-award-2014-are/) - 2014 Torch Award Winners: Cure International and Diana Diaz Congratulations!!! CURE International CURE International is a non-profit organization that operates hospitals and programs in 29 countries worldwide where patients experience the life-changing message of God's love for them, receiving surgical treatment regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or ability to pay. Since the first hospital opened in Kenya in 1998,
- [Scholarship for Latino/Hispanic Students from the EUP](https://wacharrisburg.org/scholarship-for-latinohispanic-students-from-the-eup/) - 2014–2015 Estamos Unidos de Pennsylvania Scholarship (This scholarship is intended ONLY for undergraduate Latino/Hispanic students who qualify to apply.) A total of eight hours (8) volunteer service with EUP events is required preferably in the month of July* EUP announces the availability of scholarships for Latino/Hispanic College BOUND senior students in high school, non-traditional students*
- [Thanks to Temple University Harrisburg for Hosting - 2013 Global to Local Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-to-local-peace-symposium-830-4-p-m-sept-7-temple-university-harrisburg/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Temple University for hosting the 2013 Global to Local Peace Symposium:Waging Peace At Home and Abroad The Council also thanks Linda Bishai of the United States Institute of Peace for serving as opening keynote and Dr. Hector Ortiz for the luncheon keynote. Many thanks to the moderators: Dr.
- [Egypt Decends Into Chaos](https://wacharrisburg.org/coup-or-no-coup-whither-democracy-in-egypt/) - Thanks to Sunni Khalid, Ambassador John Craig, and Dr. Medhi Noorbaksh for an enlightening discussion on "The Descent of Egypt into Chaos". Will Americans pay for Egypt's bloodbath? This event took place Aug. 22, 2013 at Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg. Check out the CNN video!
- [Great Decisions Groups DISCOUNTS - DOWNTOWN HARRISBURG, MECHANICSBURG AND LITITZ](https://wacharrisburg.org/1412/) - PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: AND AT LANDIS HOMES AND MESSIAH VILLAGE! In collaboration with Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning ALTERNATING LOCATIONS FOR FALL DISCUSSIONS! PRICED REDUCED FOR ALL WHO REGISTER BEFORE SEPT. 11 Each of the 7 forums will include a half-hour documentary on the issue with the commentaries of the most important figures in
- [Congratulations to the winners of AWQ 2014 - Harrisburg Academy!](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-to-the-winners-of-awq-2014-harrisburg-academy/) - Congratulations to all the students who successfully participated in the Academic World Quest 2014! The first place winners - Harrisburg Academy, team Seychelles: - Ilija Marchenka - Austin Dean - David May - Wesley Sheker The second place winners - Central Dauphin East, team Maldives: - Alfi Nurdin - Mal Sary - Renee Eshenauer - Drew
- [Thanks to Alex Hartzler, President of WCI Partners!](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-business-executive-luncheon/) - Thanks for a Most Informative INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS EXECUTIVE LUNCHEON with ALEX HARTZLER IMPACT INVESTING: HOW TO USE CAPITAL TO CHANGE THE WORLD! Bloomberg's Businessweek described Alex Hartzler as: A triathlon-running, house-renovating, tech-savvy master networker and real estate developer, Hartzler founded Harrisburg Young Professionals. He made his first fortune on the sale of Webclients, which he
- [Great Decisions 2019  - Join Us at the Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill (Event Ended)](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions/) - World Affairs Council of Harrisburg discussions held bi-weekly each Monday at 1 p.m. beginning Feb. 4, 2019 through May 13, 2019 at the Cleve J. Fredricksen Library , 100 N 19th St, Camp Hill, PA 17011 Join us next year for Great Decisions 2020! Cost of single WACH membership - $60 Join Now - HERE
- [One Day in December: Celia Sanchez and the Cuban Revolution](https://wacharrisburg.org/one-day-in-december-celia-sanchez-and-the-cuban-revolution/) - THANKS TO NANCY STOUT AUTHOR OF "ONE DAY IN DECEMBER: CELIA SANCHEZ AND THE CUBAN REVOLUTION" FOR A GREAT . . . GREAT FEMALE AUTHORS DINNER FORUM TO CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH! Central Penn College 600 Valley Rd Summerdale, PA 17093 AND THANKS TO OUR CO-SPONSORS: CENTRAL PENN COLLEGE THE LATINO HISPANIC AMERICAN COMMUNITY CENTER
- [Global Scholars Certificate for High School Students - Apply NOW!](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-scholars-certificate-for-high-school-students-apply-now/) - We are preparing to launch a second year of our Global Scholars Program - a program designed to engage youth in better understanding of global affairs. This program was created as an added boost for students in college admissions and to help advance appreciation of diverse cultures, people, languages and lands. Upon successful completion of
- [The Second Annual International Young Leaders Conference was a success!](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-second-annual-young-leaders-conference-was-a-success/) - The Second Annual International Young Leaders Conference was a success! We give a special thanks to our caterers and sponsors, especially Harrisburg University for use of their space. Enthusiastic YLC attendees participated in debates, panels, and leadership workshops throughout the day. We also give a special thanks to Joyce Davis as a speaker on
- [THANKS TO OUR KEYNOTE POETS!](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-poetry-and-storytelling-competition/) - THANKS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED! THIRD ANNUAL MLK DAY INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING FESTIVAL Harrisburg Poet Laureate Rick Kearns Acclaimed Sufi Poet Daniel Abdal-Hayy Moore Award-winning Poet, Professor and Performer Maria James-Thiaw MANY THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
- [2015 INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING COMPETITION](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-winners-of-2015-international-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - THANKS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING FESTIVAL AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HARRISBURG! Keynote Poets included Maria James-Thiaw, Harrisburg Poet Laureate Rick Kearns and Daniel Abdal-Hayy Moore. Thanks to the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts for Sponsoring the Event!
- [Great discussion on the Future of American Higher Education!](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-discussion-on-the-future-of-american-higher-education/) - THANK YOU TO ALL PANELISTS AND PARTICIPANTS OF THE PRESIDENTS' FORUM ON GLOBAL EDUCATION! SPECIAL THANKS TO HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY FOR HOSTING THIS IMPORTANT EVENT! DR. CARL STRIKWERDA, PRESIDENT, ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE DR. ERIC DARR, PRESIDENT, HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY Dean Christine M. Nowik Dean of Student and Academic Success, Harrisburg Area Community College DEAN ROBYN MEADOWS, WIDENER SCHOOL
- [Shale energy revolution: James Clad, former U.S. deputy assistant secretary of defense](https://wacharrisburg.org/shale-energy-revolution-james-clad-former-u-s-deputy-assistant-secretary-of-defense/) - Join us for the discussion on shale energy revolution with former U.S. deputy assistant secretary of defense - James Clad. November 17, 6.00 pm, Widener School of Law Spurred by the shale energy revolution in the United States and a vast new thirst for energy in Asia, global energy trends are changing dramatically. James Clad, former
- [Join Us for the Discussion on Intervention](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us-for-the-discussion-on-intervention/) - Please join us for the discussions on "The Intervention Calculation" The “responsibility to protect” doctrine has become central to modern humanitarian intervention. When should the international community intervene? Why did the West rush to intervene in Libya but not Syria? October 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Turkish Cultural Center and November 6 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00
- [Great Decisions: NATO](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-nato/) - Please join us for the discussion NATO in the 21st Century November 27 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Temple University, room 254 How has NATO’s agenda evolved since its inception during the cold war? With its military commitment in Afghanistan winding down and a recent successful campaign in Libya, what are the Alliance’s present-day security challenges?
- [Great Decisions: Myanmar](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-myanmar/) - Please join us for the discussion The Generals and the Democrat: Burma in Transition November 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Landis Homes (1001 E. Oregon Road Lititz,PA 17543) The discussion will be led by the retired Colonel Kevin Richards, US Army War College Purchase tickets for Lititz discussion here
- [Great Decisions: China in Africa](https://wacharrisburg.org/1960/) - Please join us for the discussion Feeding the Dragon: China in Africa What interests govern China’s engagement in Africa? Should China’s growing emphasis on political ties and natural resource extraction inform U.S. relations with African nations? November 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Temple University, room 254 The discussion will be lead by Dr. David
- [Thanks to Sponsors and Speakers: 2015 International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/womens-conference/) - THANKS TO ALL WHO HELPED TO MAKE THE Third Annual International Women's Conference A SUCCESS! Keynote Speakers included: Dr. Nuray Yurt -- Top Issues 2015 - A Global Overview Dr. Shirley Warshaw -- Women, Power and the Presidency Dr. Karen Scolforo - Top Issues for Women on Campus Panelists and Moderators: Dr. Joyce M. Davis, President,
- [Complimentary Reading for the International Young Leaders Conference Now Available Here!](https://wacharrisburg.org/complimentary-reading-for-the-international-young-leaders-conference-now-available-here/) - CLICK HERE TO READ! The complimentary reading is a suggested, educational reading compiled by the interns of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg. Topics are taken from writings from conference speakers and writings by interns dealing with relevant issues that will be discussed at the conference. We hope that this reading will give attendees a
- [Second International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/second-international-womens-conference/) - THANKS TO: TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, PINNACLE HEALTH, PEACE ISLANDS INSTITUTE AND TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER OF PENNSYLVANIA! Second International Women's Conference Women and Power! We thank all of our speakers and guests for a successful conference! LUNCH CATERED BY PASSAGE TO INDIA! From the abduction of school girls in Nigeria to the plague of honor killings and
- [Iraq Revisited](https://wacharrisburg.org/iraq-revisited/) - THANKS TO DR. ANDREW TERRILL AND DR. MEHDI NOORBAKSH FOR A SUCCESSFUL FORUM! ISIS is on the move and U.S. advisers are returning to bolster Iraqi troops. Is this the precursor of renewed war for American troops in Iraq? Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a dinner forum to explore developments in Iraq.
- [Mayor Eric Papenfuse Proclaims Rick Kearns Harrisburg's New Poet Laureate!](https://wacharrisburg.org/mayor-eric-papenfuse-proclaims-rick-kearns-harrisburgs-new-poet-laureate/)
- [May 2, 2015: INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE:  K-12 -  WHAT'S WORKED, WHERE?](https://wacharrisburg.org/april-11-2015-international-education-conference-k-12-whats-worked-where/) - THANKS TO ALL SPEAKERS AND MODERATORS FOR A GREAT CONFERENCE! INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE: K-12 - WHAT'S WORKED, WHERE? HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY Saturday, MAY 2, 2015 DEPUTY PENNSYLVANIA SECRETARY OF EDUCATION DAVID VOLKMAN What's Worked in Pennsylvania? FORMER LOUISIANA STATE SEN. ANN D. DUPLESSIS What's Worked in New Orleans? (VIDEOCONFERENCE FROM NEW ORLEANS!) DR. MEHDI NOORBAKSH What's Worked
- [CONGRATULATIONS 2015 TORCH AWARD HONOREES!](https://wacharrisburg.org/torch-award-2015-nominate-your-candidate-now/) - THANKS TO PENN STATE HERSHEY DEAN'S DIVERSITY COUNCIL SPONSORS OF 2015 TORCH AND GLOBAL SCHOLARS AWARDS! CONGRATULATIONS TO 2015 TORCH AWARD WINNER: BEHZAD ZANDIEH A leader of the local Bah'ai faith community, Behzad Zandieh was nominated for his tireless work in interfaith activities, including the annual interfaith musical celebration, the annual walk against racism on City
- [Sylvia Longmire "Border Insecurity: Why Big Money, Fences, and Drones Aren’t Making Us Safer"](https://wacharrisburg.org/sylvia-longmire-border-insecurity-why-big-money-fences-and-drones-arent-making-us-safer/) - Great Female Authors dinner featuring Sylvia Longmire November 12, 5.30 pm Ms. Longmire is a [medically] retired Air Force captain and former Special Agent with the Air Force Office of Special Investigations. During her eight years with AFOSI, she conducted numerous criminal investigations and worked extensively in the fields of counterintelligence, counterespionage, and force protection.
- [Dinner with West African Phenomenon Jaliba Kuateh](https://wacharrisburg.org/dinner-with-west-african-phenomenon-jaliba-kuateh/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg has an incredible opportunity to host Jaliba Kuateh for a discussion of West African music and culture at a dinner on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 21. Where: The Central Hotel & Conference Center (800 East Park Drive, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA 17111) When: August 21, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm Please
- [Presidents' Forum on Global Education: Are American Students Ready for the World?](https://wacharrisburg.org/presidents-forum-on-global-education-are-our-students-ready-for-the-world/) - PRESIDENTS FORUM ON GLOBAL EDUCATION: ARE AMERICAN STUDENTS READY FOR THE WORLD? HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY Reception: 6:30 P.M. OCT. 16, 2014 7 p.m. - Discussion (Students Attend Free) - Purchase tickets HERE Associates can rsvp - wacharrisburg@gmail.com Featuring DR. CARL STRIKWERDA, PRESIDENT, ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE DR. ERIC DARR, PRESIDENT, HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY DEAN ROBYN MEADOWS, WIDENER SCHOOL OF
- [Thought-provoking Discussion on Border Insecurity with Sylvia Longmire](https://wacharrisburg.org/thought-provoking-discussion-on-border-insecurity-with-sylvia-longmire/) - Thanks to Author Sylvia Longmire for a great event! Special thanks to Elizabethtown College, Bowers Writer's House and Turkish Cultural Center for hosting reception and discussions with Sylvia.
- [How Your Business Can Connect to Oversees Markets](https://wacharrisburg.org/how-your-business-can-connect-to-oversees-markets/) - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS EXECUTIVE LUNCHEON SERIES Thanks to: ANTONIO CEBALLOS Director, Philadelphia U.S. Export Assistance As the Director the Philadelphia U.S. Export Assistance Center, Tony Ceballos oversees programs in Pennsylvania and Delaware, which provide customized overseas services to evaluate global opportunities, identify and qualify potential business partners. Mr. Ceballos also establishes program partnerships with state and
- [CRISIS IN TURKEY: TURMOIL FROM WITHOUT AND WITHIN](https://wacharrisburg.org/crisis-in-turkey-turmoil-from-without-and-within/) - Thanks to JULIETTE TOLAY for a Great discussion! CRISIS IN TURKEY: TURMOIL FROM WITHOUT AND WITHIN 6:30 p.m. April 10, Administration Building, Widener University School of Law Purchase Tickets: http://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/great-female-author-dinner-with-juliette-tolay/ WACH associates may pay at door after rsvp to wachrsvp@gmail.com Perched precariously between East and West, Turkey is a nation in tumult. Kemal Ataturk, Turkey’s first prime minister,
- [Climate Change: Can Humanity Be Saved?](https://wacharrisburg.org/climate-change-can-humanity-be-saved/) - Andrew Strauss, Editor of the book "Climate Change Geoengineering" discusses global warming and what can be done to save humanity! 6:30 p.m. April 21, 2014 Administration Building: Widener University School of Law Purchase Tickets HERE: Forum sponsored by: Environmental Law Center of Widener University School of Law The international community is not taking the
- [Great Hot Topics Luncheon -  Russia, Tunisia, Yemen and Iran!](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topic-discussions-russia-tunisia-iran/) - THANKS TO SPEAKERS FOR GREAT HOT TOPICS LUNCHEON! Karl Qualls, Ph.D., Professor of History, Dickinson College Ambassador John Craig, Former U.S. Ambassador to Oman Dr. Zied Mhirsi, founder, Tunisia Live Rev. Urbane Peachey, Lancaster Interchurch Peace Witness Paul Smith, Retired U.S. Foreign Service Officer, MODERATOR SPECIAL THANKS TO TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER FOR SPONSORING THE EVENT!
- [THANKS, ETOWN! SUCCESSFUL 4th ANNUAL PEACE SYMPOSIUM](https://wacharrisburg.org/4th-annual-peace-symposium-peace-in-our-time/) - Peace in Our Time? Sponsored by Etown's Center for Global Understanding and Peace Much Appreciation to LUNCHEON KEYNOTE SPEAKER SEYED HOSSEIN MOUSAVIAN FORMER SPOKESMAN FOR IRAN IN NUCLEAR NEGOTIATIONS WITH EUROPEAN UNION Also thanks to: Aydogan Vatandas, journalist with Zaman Turkish Daily David Kenley, Elizabethtown College Craig Nation, Dickinson College Dr. Festus Odobu, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PUC
- [CONGRATULATIONS, 2015 GLOBAL SCHOLARS!](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-2015-global-scholars/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg congratulates the 2015 Global Scholars Certificate Honorees. Students who completed the program received their awards on Friday, May 15 at Penn State Hershey Fitness and Conference Center. Global Scholar Certificate Awardees included: Harrisburg Academy Amelia Nazar Amber Hilbish Jackie Tsimmerman Jenny Oh Max Cherepinsky Nisha Momin Sara Safiuilah Sarah
- [Thanks to Harrisburg University and Sponsors of 2015 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-young-leaders-conference-and-career-fair/) - CONGRATULATIONS TO 2015 WACH INTERNS AND THANKS TO SPEAKERS, SPONSORS AND STUDENTS WHO MADE THE CONFERENCE A SUCCESS! APPRECIATION TO: DR. RACHEL LEVINE Physician General, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dr. Benjamin Fredrick Global Health Center, Penn State Hershey Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh Harrisburg University Dr. Oralia Garcia Dominic Highmark Dr. Kirsten Bookmiller Millersville University Dr. Jon Judson
- [Thanks to Central Penn for Hosting 2nd Annual Peace Symposium!](https://wacharrisburg.org/annual-peace-symposium-september-20-2014/) - The Peace Symposium is an annual day-long conference featuring internationally recognized experts as well as local community leaders working to bridge differences, promote appreciation of diverse cultures and create peaceful societies in Central PA and beyond. This year Symposium included the following panels:- Peace Movements under Siege - Prospects for Peace in the World's Hottest
- [Council President Joyce Davis Appears on the Mark Steiner Show!](https://wacharrisburg.org/council-president-joyce-davis-appears-on-the-mark-steiner-show/) - Council President Joyce Davis participated in the Mark Steiner Show with noted scholars to talk about the threat from the Islamic State. Listen to podcast here: http://www.steinershow.org/podcasts/international-politics/islamic-state-update-why-westerners-are-joining-islamic-state/
- [Harrisburg Academy Team Competed Well in National Academic WorldQuest!](https://wacharrisburg.org/academic-worldquest-15/) - Thanks to Elizabethtown College's Center for Global Understanding and Peacemaking for hosting the 2015 Academic WorldQuest Competition! CONGRATULATIONS to the winning teams: Harrisburg Academy - First Place! Second consecutive year as top team! Cumberland Valley High School - Second Place! Fifth year in a row placing in winning teams! Cedar Cliff High School -
- [Religion and Terror in Nigeria](https://wacharrisburg.org/religion-and-terror-in-nigeria/) - Rev. Dr. Musa Mambula knows well the terror of Boko Haram, the militant group committing mass murder in Nigeria in the name of God. Rev. Mambula is the national spiritual adviser of Ekklesiyar Yan 'Uwa a Nigeria - the largest national body of Church of the Brethren in the world. He will tell his story
- [Immigration Debate](https://wacharrisburg.org/immigration-debate/) - According to the recent article in The Economist, successive governments have stood by as America became home to more than 11m unauthorised residents. If they were all in a single state it would be America’s eighth-largest by population, just behind Ohio. Many of those foreigners arrived years ago, working hard and bringing up American children. But their
- [Congratulations to "Peacemakers in Our Midst"](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-to-peacemakers-in-our-midst/) - Awards Presented Sept. 12, 2015 at Elizabethtown College during 4th Annual Peace Symposium in honor of community leaders who are dedicated to more peaceful societies.
- ["Teaching Peace" Program Underway!](https://wacharrisburg.org/teaching-peace-kickoff/) - The "Teaching Peace" project with the United States Institute of Peace is underway in Harrisburg, and we're creating Peace Clubs in schools throughout the region. If your school wants to participate, contact us! Wacharrisburg@gmail.com. More events on the way, including a Teaching Peace Teacher's workshop.
- [Academic WorldQuest 2015-16 - Topics Announced!](https://wacharrisburg.org/academic-worldquest-2015-16-topics-announced/) - Start preparing for the Annual Academic WorldQuest Competition early - increase your chances for winning! Academic WorldQuest™ is a flagship youth education program of the national network of World Affairs Councils. It is a team competition testing high school students' knowledge of international affairs. The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg participates in the national Academic
- [HOT TOPICS TEA! Immigration, Refugees and America's Conscience](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-tea-immigration-refugees-and-americas-conscience/) - THANKS TO THE TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER FOR HOSTING Another - "Hot Topics Turkish Tea" Immigration, Refugees and America's Conscience Co-Sponsored by the Latino Hispanic American Community Center (LHACC) in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month Venue: Turkish Cultural Center, 500 N. Third St., 7th floor Time/Date: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2016 Speakers included: Dr. Eugenia
- [TEACHING PEACE WORKSHOPS -- FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS](https://wacharrisburg.org/teaching-peace-workshops-for-teachers-and-students/) - TEACHING PEACE WORKSHOP! TEACHERS AND STUDENTS TEACHERS CAN EARN ACT 48 CREDITS The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is collaborating with the United States Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., the Milton Hershey School and PSECU to sponsor Free TEACHING PEACE Workshops! 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Nov. 7 The Milton Hershey School - Founder's Hall LUNCH INCLUDED!
- [Update on the Holy Land - Any Closer to Peace on Earth?](https://wacharrisburg.org/dec-16-holiday-forum-update-on-the-holy-land/) - Holiday Forum UPDATE ON THE HOLY LAND! Any Closer to Peace on Earth? THANKS TO: Central Penn College for a great event! And to Speakers: John Craig, former U.S. Ambassador to Oman and Expert on the Middle East Jonathan Kuttab, Human Rights Lawyer in Israel and Palestine Joyce Davis, WACH President and former Middle East
- [Thanks to All for Incredible 2018 International Poetry and Storytelling Festival!](https://wacharrisburg.org/calling-all-poets-storytellers/) - THANKS TO SPONSORS, STUDENTS AND GUEST ARTISTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL: 2018 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival! POETS, PLAYWRIGHTS, RAPPERS & MORE Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 15, 2018 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HARRISBURG Featured artists included: Harrisburg Poet Laureate Rick Kearns Poet, Professor and Performer Maria James-Thiaw Harrisburg Poet Tameca Brown
- [THANK YOU, WELLS FARGO!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thank-you-wells-fargo/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Wells Fargo for renewing its commitment to our "Global Competency for the 21st Century" educational programs to help youth in Central Pennsylvania better understand international affairs. We are answering the call of the U.S. Department of State to help educate the next generation of American global leaders. Shouldn't
- [WISHING FOR PEACE AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS FOR ALL!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2732/) - Happy Holidays With sincere appreciation for your friendship and good will, we wish you all the joys of this holiday season. May peace, prosperity, and happiness be yours throughout the holidays and new year. Look forward to seeing you at our events in 2015. PLEASE REMEMBER WACH IN YOUR YEAR-END GIVING!
- [Great Decisions 2016 - Middle East (PHOTOS)](https://wacharrisburg.org/get-ready-for-great-decisions-2016/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is hosting the 2016 Great Decisions discussions organized by the Foreign Policy Association. The first topic will be on changing alliances in the Middle East: From a proxy war in Yemen to an ongoing civil war in Syria, a number of conflicts have shaken the traditional alignments in the
- [Great Decisions 2016 - The Rise of ISIS](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-2016-isis/) - Born out of an umbrella organization of al-Qaeda in Iraq, the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), the group has seized control of a number of critical strongholds in both countries and declared itself a caliphate. Still, the question remains: what is ISIS, and what danger does it pose to U.S. interests? More information
- [Thanks to All for a Successful 2016 International Women's Conference!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2016-international-womens-conference-women-and-immigration/) - 2016 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE Women and Immigration: A Multi-Cultural Perspective March 19, 2016 Central Penn College THANKS TO ALL MODERATORS AND SPEAKERS FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONFERENCE THAT DISCUSSED: What's fueling the refugee crisis? Islamophobia a Muslim immigrants Stories of women who immigrated to the U.S. Immigration and Health Busting Stereotypes about Women of All Races
- [Hot Topics Tea! Countering Violence and Extremism!](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-tea-countering-violence-and-extremism/) - THANKS TO THE TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER AND ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE HOT TOPICS TEA - VIOLENCE & EXTREMISM Thanks to speakers Sait Onal, President of TCC; Deb Marteslo, President of Moms Demand Against; Atika Syed, graduate student at Penn State Harrisburg and Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Soto, Lancaster Theological Seminary.
- [Great Decisions: Migration](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-the-future-of-kurdistan/) - Great Decisions 2016 with The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and The Fredricksen Library TOPIC OF NEXT DISCUSSION: MIGRATION 1 p.m. Monday, March 14 Fredricksen Library 100 N 19th St., Camp Hill Purchase ticket here. The Great Decisions discussions will be televised on WHBG Channel 20, thanks to a grant from HARSCO! Please register HERE Our
- [Great Decisions 2016 - The Koreas](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-2016-the-koreas/) - Great Decisions 2016 with The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg & The Fredricksen Library THANKS TO LINDA HASUNUMA FOR GREAT DISCUSSION: The Koreas At the end of World War II, Korea was divided in two. The northern half of the Korean peninsula was occupied by the Soviet Union, the southern by the United States. Today,
- [Harrisburg Academy wins 2016 Academic WorldQuest](https://wacharrisburg.org/harrisburg-academy-wins-2016-academic-worldquest/) - And the winner is . . . Harrisburg Academy (again)! Yes, for the third year in a row, students at Harrisburg Academy have won the Academic WorldQuest competition and will head to Washington, D.C., for the national event on April 21-22. The first place team included: David May, Wesley Sheker, Austin Dean and James Thompson.
- [White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhoood Partnerships Convening in Harrisburg](https://wacharrisburg.org/white-house-office-of-faith-based-and-neighborhoood-partnerships-convening-in-harrisburg/) - THANKS TO ALL SPEAKERS , VOLUNTEERS AND PARTICIPANTS! White House Convening Conference on Education TOGETHER FOR TOMORROW 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2016 9 a.m.-12 p.m. SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2016 Harrisburg Hilton Hotel The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is joining with the City of Harrisburg, Messiah College and the Harrisburg School
- [Next Great Decisions - Cuba & The US](https://wacharrisburg.org/next-great-decisions-climate-change/) - FINAL FREDRICKSEN LIBRARY GREAT DECISIONS CUBA AND THE U.S. THANKS FOR EXCELLENT DISCUSSION LEAD BY DR. DAVID KENLEY Elizabethtown College Dr. David Kenley (Ph.D. University of Hawai'i, M.A. University of Utah, B.A. Brigham Young University) has been at Elizabethtown College since 2004. His research focuses on the history of Asia, particularly modern China. Recently, he
- [Announcing 4th Annual Torch Awardees!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-4th-annual-torch-awards/) - 2016 Torch of Global Enlightenment & Global Scholars Awards 6:30pm Tuesday, May 17, 2016 - Wiedener University School of Law Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to celebrate the achievements of individuals, organizations and educators that exemplify the ideals of inclusiveness, respect for diversity, multiculturalism and interfaith dialogue.The Council also will honor this year's Global Scholars, local high
- [Hot Topics Tea: Troubles in Turkey](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-tea-troubles-in-turkey/) - THANKS TO OUR SPEAKERS! HOT TOPICS TEA - TROUBLES IN TURKEY! Dr. Y. Alp Aslandoga, Executive Director-Alliance for Shared Values Dr. Chris Dolan, Lebanon Valley College Dr. Juliette Tolay, Penn State Harrisburg April 30, 2016 4.30 - 6.00 pm Turkish Cultural Center 500 North Third Street, 7th Floor Harrisburg, PA 17101
- [Congratulations- Harrisburg Academy Team!](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-harrisburg-academy-team/) - Congratulations to the Academic WorldQuest team from Harrisburg Academy that competed in the 2016 National Academic WorldQuest competition held at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. April 22-23. The team, which won the regional competition sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, included: Wesley Sheker Austin Dean James Thompson David May
- [Drawing The Tiger! Acclaimed Documentary Screening with Amy Benson](https://wacharrisburg.org/drawing-the-tiger-acclaimed-documentary-screening-with-amy-benson/) - FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT WOMEN AND GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD! https://ff.hrw.org/film/drawing-tiger
- [Congratulations 2016 Global Scholars](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-to-2016-global-scholars/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg congratulates all of the Global Scholars who received their certificates at the Torch of Global Enlightenment Awards on May 17 at Widener University School of Law. Special honor to the Ambassador Level Global Scholars who have spent several years with the Council and are headed off to college! Students
- [Paths to Peace - 2016 International Peace Symposium!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-sept-11-international-peace-symposium/) - THANKS TO ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE'S CENTER FOR GLOBAL PEACE AND UNDERSTANDING TO IMAM MOHAMAD BASHAR ARAFAT Founder and President Civilizations Exchange and Cooperation Foundation Baltimore, MD AND ALL OF THE SPEAKERS AND HONORED GUESTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2016 INTERNATIONAL PEACE SYMPOSIUM! PATHS TO PEACE At Home and Beyond Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 MYERS HALL/SUSQUEHANNA ROOM Elizabethtown
- [Thanks to PA Physician General and Expert Panelists for Zika "Hot Topics" forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-tea-zika-and-summer-travel/) - THANKS TO TURKISH CULTURAL CENTER FOR HOSTING ZIKA AND SUMMER TRAVEL! AND THANKS TO FEATURED EXPERTS: DR. RACHEL LEVINE PHYSICIAN GENERAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DR. CASEY PINTO PENN STATE HERSHEY NELVA WRIGHT- CITY OF HARRISBURG HEALTH OFFICER
- [Thanks to Sean Meyer: Final Great Decisions -Nuclear Security!](https://wacharrisburg.org/sign-up-now-great-decisions-2017/) - Thanks to Speaker Sean Meyer for Final 2017 Great Decisions at Fredricksen Library! 1 p.m. May 15, 2017 - Nuclear Security! Sean Meyer, Manager, Global Security Program, Union of Concerned Scientists The nuclear status quo is changing. Nine nations are declared nuclear powers—and non-state actors are upending cold war era strategy. How can leaders stop countries
- [Thanks To Dr. John Nichols! Cuba after Fidel . . . and before Trump!](https://wacharrisburg.org/last-hot-topics-tea-of-2016-cuba-after-fidel/) - "CUBA AFTER FIDEL . . .and before Trump!" The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Dr. John Nichols of Penn State for an enlightening discussion at the recent Hot Topics forum on "Cuba after Fidel." The Council also thanks Franklin Kury for insights from his travels to Cuba, and Lindsay Bowman of Harrisburg Academy for
- [Mid Penn Bank Supports WACH's Global Scholars Program](https://wacharrisburg.org/mid-penn-bank-supports-wachs-global-scholars-program/) - Thanks to Mid Penn Bank for supporting WACH's Global Scholars through the EITC program!
- [Congratulations to Winners of 2017 Poetry & Storytelling Competition!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2017-international-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - ANNOUNCING WINNERS OF 2017 INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING COMPETITION FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS CLICK HERE FOR COPY OF ONLINE JOURNAL! FIRST PLACE: YI LIN - CUMBERLAND VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL We Are Humans SECOND PLACE: RACHEL WONDER - CUMBERLAND VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Peace by Peace THIRD PLACE: EMILY HELLWIG - SUSQUEHANNOCK HIGH SCHOOL Train of Thought
- [Human beings must embrace AI without fearing it will replace them](https://wacharrisburg.org/human-beings-must-embrace-ai-without-fearing-it-will-replace-them/) - By: Mohamed Abdou “AI and humans are both knowledge producers, just like the sculptor and painter are both artists, but they will be forever, in my mind, be distinct and separated,” says James Brusseau, a philosophy professor at Pace University who also teaches AI ethics at the University of Trento in Italy. “One will never
- [2017 Travel Conference & Fair Featured Mexico & The United Arab Emirates!](https://wacharrisburg.org/save-the-date-feb-25-2017-travel-conference-fair/)
- [Welcome HACC!](https://wacharrisburg.org/welcome-hacc/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg welcome Harrisburg Area Community College to our globally enlightened family of institutional supporters. HACC just became the latest educational institution to join as a corporate member. Welcome HACC! We look forward to seeing your students and interns and helping us to connect Pennsylvania's Capital Region to the World! Thanks
- [THANKS TO ALL SPEAKERS FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2017 REFUGEE & IMMIGRATION CONFERENCE!](https://wacharrisburg.org/save-the-date-march-18-refugee-immigration-conference-central-penn-college/) - Special Thanks to Central Penn College for serving as Sponsor and Host of this important event! SEE ABC 27 COVERAGE HERE.
- [Dr. Oya Dursun-Ozkanca - 2017 Torch Award Honoree](https://wacharrisburg.org/spotlight-features/) - Dr. Oya Dursun-Ozkanca - 2017 Torch of Global Enlightenment Award Honoree: On Southeastern Europe, Peace-building Words and Photography by Skye McDonald Professor by day, humanitarian and United Nations advocate also by day. Dr. Oya Dursun-Ozkanca, associate professor of political science and director of the international studies minor at Elizabethtown College, has an ever-lasting passion for
- [Great Decisions 2016 - United Nations](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-2016-united-nations/) - THANKS TO DR. KIRSTEN BOOKMILLER! GREAT DECISIONS 2016 – THE UNITED NATIONS April 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Fredricksen Library, Camp Hill Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the DVD and meeting expert speakers in a Discussion Group to discuss
- [Educators, Activists & Humanitarians--2017 Torch Honorees!](https://wacharrisburg.org/an-enlightening-night-at-the-torch-awards/) - CATE BARRON KEYNOTES "TORCH AWARDS" The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg celebrated the achievements of individuals, organizations and educators in advancing issues of global importance during ceremonies on May 18, 2017 at Harrisburg University. Awards were presented for efforts to advance international education, environmental sustainability, international law, human rights and support for refugees and immigrants. The event will
- [CONGRATULATIONS, CEDAR CLIFF!  2017 ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST WINNERS IN HARRISBURG](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-cedar-cliff-2017-academic-worldquest-winners-in-harrisburg/) - Congratulations to students of Cedar Cliff High, winners of the 2017 Academic WorldQuest Competition sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg. Winners are: Teacher Angela Camps and students -- Patrick Yohe, Aidan Moretz, Nada Rahmouni and Avery Peiffer. The 2017 Academic WorldQuest Competition of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg on Saturday, April 1 at Elizabethtown College. Second-place
- [2017 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/special-edition-journal-2017-international-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - Click HERE for Online Journal of Poetry & Storytelling Competition.
- [Thanks to Peacemakers for a Successful 2017 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2017-international-peace-symposium-peacemaker-awards/) - THANKS TO ALL SPONSORS, SPEAKERS, HONOREES AND GUESTS! 2017 International Peace Symposium Sept. 16, 2017 Elizabethtown College Whither Peace? The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg featured a panel of distinguished scholars to explores issues of war and peace in the modern world and present the 2017 "Peacemaker in Our Midst" Awards to local leaders. Opening
- [WACH Co-Sponsors Midtown Scholar Bookstore Event with Author Suzy Hansen](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-co-sponsors-midtown-scholar-bookstore-event-with-author-suzy-hansen/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg recently held a private reception for board members and ambassador level supporters at the Midtown Scholar Bookstore with Suzy Hansen, author of the new book --NOTES ON A FOREIGN COUNTRY: An American Abroad in a Post-American World. Signed copies of Hansen's books are available at Midtown Scholar Bookstore!
- [2019 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival & Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2018-international-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - ENJOY GREAT FOOD, MUSIC, POETRY & PROSE 2019 MLK DAY INTERNATIONAL POETRY & STORYTELLING FESTIVAL! GREAT FOOD, POETRY & PROSE! MLK DAY - 6 P.M. JAN 21, 2019 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HARRISBURG BUY TICKETS NOW Sell tickets online with Ticketleap FEATURING INDIAN MUSIC! Baba and Keerthana Sontyana! Baba Sontyana is a professional singer who sings in many
- [U.S. Global Engagement and the Military- April 16 Great Decisions!](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us-for-2018-great-decisions-starting-feb-5-at-fredricksen-library/) - GREAT DECISIONS 2018 TOPICS World Affairs Council of Harrisburg discussions held bi-weekly each Monday at 1 p.m. beginning Feb. 5, 2018 through May 14, 1028 at the Cleve J. Fredricksen Library Central Library , 100 N 19th St, Camp Hill, PA 17011 REGISTER HERE -Members Attend Free! Entire 8-week Great Decisions series - $50 Cost
- [Thanks to Dr. Dan Chen for Successful China Town Hall!](https://wacharrisburg.org/china-town-hall-slated-for-oct-24-featuring-susan-rice/) - THANKS TO DR. DAN CHEN FOR SERVING AS OUR LOCAL EXPERT FOR THE CHINA TOWN HALL AT HARRISBURG ACADEMY! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg participated in a national forum webcast that included over 80 locations throughout the nation. The China Town Hall aimed to start dialogue over the key issue of US-China relations and promote productive
- [Thanks to Dr. Shirley Warshaw!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-dr-shirley-warshaw/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Dr. Shirley Warshaw for an excellent presentation of "This Crazy Election Year!" held July 19 at the Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill. Dr. Warshaw walked through the electoral map and concluded the signs currently point toward a victory for Democrats. But it's a crazy election year, and anything
- [WACH Board Member Dr. Garcia-Dominic Authors First Latino-Hispanic Cancer Burden Report](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-board-member-dr-garcia-dominic-authors-first-latino-hispanic-cancer-burden-report/) - Dr. Oralia Garcia Dominic, a member of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's board of directors, lead a team of experts to compile the first Latino-Hispanic Cancer Burden Report that was released Friday at a press conference at the State Capitol. Dr. Garcia was part of a team that included Dr. Eugene J. Lengerich, a
- [2016-17 GLOBAL SCHOLARS CANDIDATES SELECTED!](https://wacharrisburg.org/applications-now-open-for-2016-17-global-scholars/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg has named candidates for the 2016-17 Global Scholars Certificate Program for High School Students. Candidates include: Chacko Rachael Cumberland Valley High School Chacko Sarah Cumberland Valley High School Le Hoang Harrisburg HS SciTech Lu Peng Harrisburg HS SciTech Choi YuNa Cumberland Valley High School Lin Yi Cumberland Valley High
- [Peace Clubs for High School Students](https://wacharrisburg.org/peace-clubs-forming-for-high-school-students/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is seeking high school students and teachers interested in forming Peace Clubs in their schools or in joining the Council's Peace Club. The program was created by the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., to teach conflict resolution skills. Students who participate will receive Peacemaker certificates and be honored at the Council's
- [WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE WORLD?](https://wacharrisburg.org/trump-wins-whats-next-for-the-world/) - TRUMP WINS: WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE WORLD? Thanks to all who participated in the Post Election Forum - What's Next for the World. See video of forum HERE Now that Donald Trump has been elected the new U.S. President, what will happen to the world? Thanks to Harrisburg Academy for hosting this important discussion. Stay tuned for
- [2018 ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST  IS SATURDAY, MARCH 17!](https://wacharrisburg.org/time-to-register-for-2017-academic-worldquest/) - LOCAL COMPETITION - 8:30 A.M. - NOON, SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 2018 ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE The Carlos and Malú Alvarez 2018 Academic WorldQuest National Competition The Carlos and Malú Alvarez Academic WorldQuest National Competition honors the tremendous dedication and philanthropic support of WACA National Board member Carlos Alvarez and his wife to our flagship program and the Academic
- [Special Poetry Edition: Journal of International Thought](https://wacharrisburg.org/special-poetry-edition-journal-of-international-thought/) - Please see link to Special Poetry Edition: Journal of International Thought
- [CUMBERLAND VALLEY WINS 2018 ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST COMPETITION!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2018-academic-worldquest-is-almost-here/) - WINNING TEAMS FOR 2018 ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST INCLUDE: FIRST PLACE -- CUMBERLAND VALLEY Cumberland Valley Wins First Place in 2018 Academic WorldQuest Competition! Sabrina Robinette Lauren Rhodes Ryan Lasloudij Mathew Albert SECOND PLACE -- CEDAR CLIFF Caroline Kaiser Lindsay Garbacik Ella Miller Rachel Lyden THIRD PLACE -- THE MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL David Li Soloman L. Myers
- [Travel with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg in 2019](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-to-southern-france-with-the-world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg/) - TRAVEL WITH WACH! More Exciting Destinations for 2019: INDIA'S GOLDEN TRIANGLE! $2800 for All Ground Expenses (plus airfare) Travel Smart -- Know Your World! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg will sponsor a study tour of Northern India -- tentative dates -- March 21-28, 2019. Itinerary includes: Day 01 :Arrival in Delhi Arrive Delhi. Upon
- [Europe's Newest Refugees: Turks flee Erdogan](https://wacharrisburg.org/europes-newest-refugees-turks-flee-erdogan/) - EUROPE'S NEWEST REFUGEES: TURKS FLEE ERDOGAN 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018 Bowers Writers House Elizabethtown College Members Attend Free! Register or Purchase Tickets HERE Join Sait Onal of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and the Turkish Cultural Association at the Bowers Writers House on the campus of Elizabethtown College for an update on
- [Journal of International Thought: Special 2018 Poetry & Storytelling Edition!](https://wacharrisburg.org/journal-of-international-thought-special-2018-poetry-storytelling-edition/) - Please see Journal of International Thought: Special 2018 Poetry & Storytelling Edition http://joom.ag/14rL
- [2018 Torch Awards Features Special "Future of Korea" Forum!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2018-torch-of-global-enlightenment-awards/) - 2018 Global Enlightenment Awards Reception & Forum: The Future of Korea Featuring Experts from the Korea Economic Institute of America! KEI President Donald Manzullo 6 p.m. May 24, 2018 Harrisburg University School of Science & Technology PURCHASE TICKETS HERE ORGANIZATIONS: PSECU, ROTARY CLUB OF HARRISBURG, WORLD TRADE CENTER OF HARRISBURG, MID PENN BANK, UPMC PINNACLE,
- [Global Health: Progress & Challenges](https://wacharrisburg.org/next-great-decisions-south-africas-fragile-democracy/) - Global Health: Progress and Challenges May 14, 2018 1:00p.m.-2:30p.m Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh is vice president of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and an internationally acknowledged expert on global health issues. He is International Affairs and Business professor at Harrisburg University and lectures around the world on global issues. The collective action of countries, communities
- [2018 SUMMER INTERNS LEARNING ABOUT ART & ACTIVISM!](https://wacharrisburg.org/now-accepting-summer-interns/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Summer Interns Learning about the World! This year's theme: Youth and Activism! Students will work together to organize the 2018 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair and immerse themselves in international affairs, meeting with experts, debating issues and learning life skills for the workplace and beyond. We particularly
- [Global Artists Initiative Projects](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-artists-initiative/) - Thanks to a grant from the PA Council on the Arts! Artists & COVID-19: Coping with Catastrophe FEBRUARY 22, 2021BYCANDICE RICE As part of the Global, Artists Initiative to provide information on how artists in our community are being impacted by COVID-19 and to provide information on resources for help! March 1, 2021 – 6 p.m. –
- [Congratulations International Young Leaders!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2018-international-young-leaders-conference-youth-activism/) - CONGRATULATIONS 2018 Summer Interns & Speakers INTERNATIONAL YOUNG LEADERS CONFERENCE & CAREER FAIR YOUTH & ACTIVISM 9-4 p.m. Aug. 1, 2018 Harrisburg University of Science & Technology - Auditorium The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg hosted the 2018 International Young Leaders Conference Career Fair. This year’s theme was “Youth & Activism” and featured speakers with
- [2018  Academic WorldQuest Winners and Topics](https://wacharrisburg.org/2018-winners/) - 2018 Winning Teams for Academic WorldQuest First Place -- Cumberland Valley Sabrina Robinette Lauren Rhodes Ryan Lasloudij Mathew Albert Second Place -- Cedar Cliff Caroline Kaiser Lindsay Garbacik Ella Miller Rachel Lyden Third Place -- The Milton Hershey School David Li Soloman L. Myers Evan
- [Thanks to All for A Successful Production: Colored Mommas, Black Baby Boys](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-global-artists-initiative-produces-colored-mamas-black-baby-boys/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Global Artists Initiative THANKS Playwright Roe Braddy and the Cast and Sponsors of Colored Mommas, Black Baby Boys: Six Women Speak 7 p.m. Friday, May 18, 2018 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2018 CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to Special "Talk Back Tea" Following Saturday Performance - 5 p.m.
- [2017 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair](https://wacharrisburg.org/2017-international-young-leaders-conference-career-fair/) - 2017 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair TOP ISSUES FOR EMERGING WORLD LEADERS
- [Hot Topics Tea: Nuclear Showdown with North Korea & Tribute to Charlottesville!](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-tea-nuclear-showdown-with-north-korea/) - HOT TOPICS TEA Nuclear Showdown with North Korea? & SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO VICTIMS OF CHARLOTTESVILLE! 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017 Central Penn College Summerdale, PA FREE FOR ASSOCIATES! RESERVE OR PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Moderator: Dr. Chris Dolan, Lebanon Valley College Guest Speaker: Dr. David Lai - U.S. Army War College Join the
- [2017 Academic WorldQuest Winners and Topics](https://wacharrisburg.org/2017-winners/) - 2017 Winning Teams for Academic WorldQuest First Place -- Cedar Cliff High School Patrick Yohe Aiden Moretz Nada Rahmouni Avery Peiffer Second Place -- The Milton Hershey School Jesse Lin Seamus Burns Evan Sensenig Tamoya Payne. Third Place -- Cumberland Valley High School Abigail West Alex Crosby Hayden Dubniczki Jill Pasewark 2017 Academic
- [2016 Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/2016-competition/) - Thanks to our Sponsors for a 2016 Poetry & Storytelling Festival!
- [Former State Department Official Joel Rubin at Temple University Harrisburg Feb. 22 for Middle East Forum!](https://wacharrisburg.org/former-asst-undersecretary-of-state-joel-rubin-in-harrisburg-feb-22-for-middle-east-forum/) - Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for Special Forum with Joel Rubin From the Jerusalem Embassy to Iran to ISIS: How Trump is Reshaping U.S. Policy in the Middle East Joel Rubin is a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State and currently Adjunct Faculty at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz School of Public Policy and Management in
- [Announcing 2018 National Speaker Series - The Divide Within Islam](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2018-national-speaker-series-the-divide-within-islam/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg in collaboration with THE TURKIC AMERICAN ALLIANCE PRESENTS THE DIVIDE WITHIN ISLAM 2018 NATIONAL SPEAKER SERIES BOOK ONE OF OUR SPEAKERS IN 2018!
- [2016 Academic WorldQuest Winners and Topics](https://wacharrisburg.org/2016-winners-and-topics/) - 2016 Winning Teams for Academic WorldQuest First Place -- Harrisburg Academy David May Wesley Sheker Austin Dean James Thompson Second Place -- Cumberland Valley High School Rachael Chacko Sarah Chacko Monica Kavathekar Paul Kim Third Place -- Cedar Cliff High School Zach Bygall Avery Peiffer Ro Weber Joyce Giboyeaux 2016 Academic WorldQuest Topics Current Events
- [2013 Academic WorldQuest Winners and Topics](https://wacharrisburg.org/2013-winners-and-topics/) - 2013 Winning Teams for Academic WorldQuest First Place -- Cumberland Valley High School, Team 2 Second Place -- Cumberland Valley High School, Team 2 Third Place -- Harrisburg Academy, Team 1 2013 Academic WorldQuest Topics US Economic Competitiveness US Education: Competing Globally US Energy Policy Middle East Afghanistan/Pakistan China UN Millennium Goals: Environmental Sustainability Geography
- [2014 Academic WorldQuest Winners and Topics](https://wacharrisburg.org/2014-winners-and-topics/) - 2014 Winning Teams First Place -- Harrisburg Academy, Team Seychelles Ilija Marchenka Austin Dean David May Wesley Sheker Second Place -- Central Dauphin East, Team Maldives Alfi Nurdin Mal Sary Renee Eshenauer Drew Goodwin Third Place -- Harrisburg Academy, Team Grenada Alexander Zuckerman Yuzi Zhang Jini Gabbidon Matthew Reichwein 2014 Academic WorldQuest Topics Cybersecurity U.S.
- [2020 Torch of Global Enlightenment Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/torch-of-global-enlightenment-awards/) - 2020 Torch Award Winners: Quakertown Superintendent William Harner The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg honors Dr. Harner for his enlightened understanding of global engagement in education. Dr. Harner’s support of educating students in international affairs and his appreciations of cultural diversity makes him a gifted educator. Dr. Harner has consistently supported youth programs of the
- [2017 Peacemaker Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/2017-awards/) - Learn more about our 2017 Peacemaker in our midst awardees.
- [Thanks to All for Great Forum with Author Masih Alinejad](https://wacharrisburg.org/special-forum-with-exiled-iranian-author-masih-alinejad-slated-for-july-19-at-temple-university-harrisburg/) - THANKS TO ALL FOR A GREAT FORUM! MASIH ALINEJAD For Sharing Her Story and Her Passion for Women's Rights! Thanks to all who attended this incredible event!
- [2015 Global Scholars](https://wacharrisburg.org/2015-scholars/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg congratulates the 2015 Global Scholars Certificate Honorees. Students who completed the program received their awards on Friday, May 15 at Penn State Hershey Fitness and Conference Center. Global Scholars Certificate Awardees included: Harrisburg Academy Amelia Nazar Amber Hilbish Jackie Tsimmerman Jenny Oh Max Cherepinsky Nisha Momin Sara Safiuilah Sarah
- [Thanks to Joel Rubin!](https://wacharrisburg.org/feb-22nd-joel-rubin-event/) - We wanted to thank former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Joel Rubin for coming to speak about how the U.S. is reshaping its policy in regards to the Middle East. The event encouraged lively discussion on how policy has changed over the years and whether current policy is simply a more pragmatic approach to what
- [2018 International Peace Symposium!](https://wacharrisburg.org/staring-down-disaster-2018-international-peace-symposium-slated-for-sept-22-at-etown/) - 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 -- IS IT REALLY PEACE? Congressman Donald Manzullo Retiring President and Chief Executive Officer of
- [Peace Symposium Honored 2018 PEACEMAKER IN OUR MIDST!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2018-peacemaker-in-our-midst-awards/) - 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. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 2018, in the Susquehanna Room of Elizabethtown College. PURCHASE TICKETS
- [First International Artists Expo!](https://wacharrisburg.org/first-international-artists-expo/) - CALLING ALL ARTISTS! FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS EXPO Showcasing Multicultural Talent in the Capital! 2:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 Temple University Harrisburg EXHIBITORS/GENERAL PUBLIC - TICKETS HERE Sell Your Books - Exhibit Your Art - Learn from Peers Exhibit Space — $50 (Includes Dinner) Program: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Open doors
- [China Town Hall with Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice](https://wacharrisburg.org/second-china-town-hall-with-former-secretary-of-state-condoleezza-rice/) - THANKS TO ALL FOR A SUCCESSFUL: China Town Hall Featuring Live Teleconference with Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice followed by discussion with Dr. David Lai, expert on China with the U.S. Army War College. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 Harrisburg Academy 10 Erford Rd. Wormleysburg, PA
- [Thanks to all for a great 2019 GREAT DECISIONS Program at the Fredricksen Library!](https://wacharrisburg.org/sign-up-now-for-2019-great-decisions-at-fredricksen-library/) - World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Great Decisions discussions held bi-weekly on the top issues of the year.
- [Hot Topics Forum: State of the American Presidency!](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-forum-state-of-the-american-presidency/) - Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to examine issues of the American Presidency and its impact at home and abroad. 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2019Riverside Community Center3200 N. Third St. Tickets HERE -- available for dinner or forum only. What are the issues impacting the Trump administration? What are the successes and failures of
- [Thanks to all for  a successful Global Migration Conference!](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-migration-conference-slated-for-saturday-march-30/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg held a successful Global Migration conference on March 30th 2019
- [Cumberland Valley is Headed to Washington!](https://wacharrisburg.org/cumberland-valley-is-headed-to-washington/) - Students from Cumberland Valley will be representing the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg at the 2019 Academic WorldQuest competition that will be held April 27 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
- [Congratulations Again! Cumberland Valley!](https://wacharrisburg.org/congratulations-again-cumberland-valley/) - Cumberland Valley wins First Place and heads to Washington, D.C. for national competition at the National Press Club on April 27!
- [2019 Torch of Global Enlightenment Honorees!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2019-torch-of-global-enlightenment-awards/) - Each year, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg honors organizations and individuals with a Torch of Global Enlightenment Award for contributing to making our community better.
- [Consul General David Gill Visited WACH!](https://wacharrisburg.org/consul-general-david-gills-visit-to-the-wach-footage/) - On Tuesday, June 11, the Honorable Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany David Gill visited Harrisburg.
- [2019 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-international-peace-symposium-obstacles-to-peace-at-home-and-abroad/) - 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, Iran and other hotspots – Dr. Larry Goodson, U.S. Army War College Economic Inequalities and Peace: Dr.
- [You can now donate to the WACH through Amazon Smile!](https://wacharrisburg.org/you-can-now-donate-to-the-wach-through-amazon-smile/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is thrilled to announce its registration with Amazon Smile! On Amazon Smile, shoppers can select a charity towards which 0.5% of the value of their purchase will be donated. Go to "smile.amazon.com" and select the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to contribute on your next purchase! Alternatively, you can
- [2019 Peacemaker in Our Midst Awards!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-peacemaker-in-our-midst-awards/) - 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 efforts to remember victims of gun violence in Harrisburg. Project Peace -- A partnership of the
- [2019 International Artists Conference & Exhibition](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-international-artists-conference-exhibition/) - Thanks to all participants in the 2019 International Artists Conference & Exhibition held Saturday, Oct. 26 -- 2 p.m.-8 p.m. at Central Penn College. Dinner & entertainment, plus awards ceremony for supporters of the arts. Featured artist -- Keisha Finnie. of Lancaster! Artists exhibitions and spoken word performances. Register Today!
- [Academic WorldQuest is Canceled Due to Coronavirus](https://wacharrisburg.org/teams-forming-now-academic-worldquest-2019/) - Purpose Preparing the next generation of leaders, scholars, and decision-makers to thrive in a rapidly changing world - where our national interests are intertwined with the global community - is one of the greatest challenges facing our country. It requires a renewed enthusiasm for global studies in our high schools. Too many American students today
- [Great Decisions 2020 - CANCELLED due to COVID-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-2020/) - Starting 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg will sponsor the Great Decisions Discussion Series at the Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill. Sign up HERE to join us as experts lead discussions on some of the most important topics of our day. Prepare to Discuss the World! Be informed. Know Your
- [Thanks to All for a Successful International Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2020-international-poetry-storytelling-competition-festival/) - Join Us for An Evening Great Cuisine and Multi-Cultural Poetry & ProseCelebrate MLK Day! 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, 2020Temple University Harrisburg Featuring Acclaimed Poets -- Maria James Thiaw, Lynn Blackstone, Kenneth Vincent Walker, Michael Lear-Olimpi, Engin Akman and Harrisburg Poet Laureate Rick Kearns GALA DINNER EVENT FEATURING ACCLAIMED POETS, MUSICIANS AND WRITERS OF ALL
- [CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19! 2020 International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2020-international-womens-conference/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is cancelling the 2020 International Women's Conference slated for Saturday at Temple University Harrisburg due to the increasing reports of coronavirus infections. The Council hopes to reschedule once the threat has abated. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. – Welcome & Greetings Opening Keynote – Manda Zand Ervin 11:-12 p.m. –
- [Global Responses to the Coronavirus - Sundays on Facebook Live](https://wacharrisburg.org/9803/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg announces a weekly Facebook Live discussion series: GLOBAL RESPONSES TO THE CORONAVIRUS -- 5 p.m. Sundays on our Facebook Page. Featuring leading experts in science, medicine, economics and government addressing the most important issues related to COVID-19 Moderated by WACH President Joyce M. Davis April 19 -- Dr. Mehdi
- [Syed Hossein Mousavian: Facebook Live on Iran!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-syed-hossein-mousavian-for-may-17-facebook-live-discussion-on-iran/) - Syed Hossein Mousavian joined Council President Dr. Joyce M. Davis for a Facebook Live discussion on how Iran is coping with the coronavirus pandemic. He also spoke about his new book: A Middle East Free of Weapons of Mass Destruction. https://www.facebook.com/WACHarrisburg/videos/985214821881613/
- [Weekly Intern Spotlight](https://wacharrisburg.org/weekly-intern-spotlight/) - A weekly look at the WACH 2020 intern perspectives on current issues surrounding world affairs. This week we heard from Parvathy Nair, Neha Shukla, and Evelyn Chick's take on Black Lives Matter, LGBTQA+ events, and the admirable Madam CJ Walker. Parvathy Nair: Hello! My name is Parvathy Nair, and I will be a junior at
- [Weekly Intern Spotlight](https://wacharrisburg.org/weekly-intern-spotlight-2/) - A weekly look at the WACH 2020 intern perspectives on current issues surrounding world affairs. This week we heard from Mackenzie Kirkwood and Dora Betts on Black Lives Matter. Mackenzie Kirkwood: My name is Mackenzie Kirkwood and this fall I will be a senior at Cumberland Valley High School. I am so ready for this
- [Weekly Intern Spotlight](https://wacharrisburg.org/weekly-intern-spotlight-3/) - Learn about our summer interns with our weekly intern spotlights.
- [Poetry & Storytelling Fest!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-all-for-incredible-2019-international-poetry-storytelling-festival/)
- [Thanks to Dr. Zied Mhrisi!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-dr-zied-mhrisi/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Dr. Zied Mhrisi, an expert in global health, for sharing his insights on COVID -19, particularly on its impact in the Middle East and Africa. To watch the Facebook Live discussion, click HERE Dr Zied Mhirsi is the Director of Communications & Advocacy for Global Health Strategies, which is
- [See Our First "Travel Thursdays" on Facebook Live!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-with-wach/)
- [2020 Torch Awards Announced!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2020-torch-awards-announced/) - WACH salutes torch bearers in our region.
- [Youth & Politics: 2020!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-international-young-leaders-conference-college-career-fair-is-aug-7-at-harrisburg-university/) - Thank to all for a successful 2019 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair! International Young Leaders Conference & Youth Fair on Aug. 7 at Harrisburg University of Science & Technology featured young political leaders: Matthew Krupp, Cole Davis Goodman, Shavonnia Corbin-Johnson and Abbey Haslam. Thanks to Ambassador Sponsors! Conference Topics & Speakers include: 10
- [World Affairs Council Interns Visit the Capitol!](https://wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-interns-visit-the-capitol/) - On Wednesday, June 19th, the college and high school interns of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg had the privilege of touring the Pennsylvania State Capitol. At the Capitol, interns met with Lt. Governor John Fetterman and discussed his role in the Capitol, his past as a social worker, and the role of youth in
- [Current Events in Pakistan, Russia, and more](https://wacharrisburg.org/facebook-live-on-07-05/) - Facebook Live:Current Events in Pakistan, Russia, and more . . . How are Russia and Pakistan handling COVID-19?What is the status of U.S. relations with these countries? Latest political updates from their regions Sunday, July 5 at 5 pmSign on to our Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/WACHarrisburg WACH President and PennLive Opinion Editor, Joyce M. Davis will moderate the discussion. Bring your
- [Students to Students: A Political Conversation](https://wacharrisburg.org/students-to-students-a-political-conversation/) - Thanks to all of our Speakers and to students, teachers and staff at Cedar Cliff High School!
- [2019 China Town Hall!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-china-town-hall/)
- [COVID COMPLEXITIES: A GLOBAL TOWN HALL](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-complexities-a-global-town-hall/) - Thanks to the International Relations Council of Kansas City, the World Affairs Council of Tennessee and the World Denver for a successful collaboration! Two Nights of compelling, internationally acclaimed speakers via ZOOM conference! September 2 and 3 See video of first night with Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, internationally acclaimed expert in International Affairs at the University
- [Travel Live - THE SILK ROAD!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-the-silk-road/) - World Affairs Council of Harrisburg President Joyce Davis and WAC Philadelphia Travel Director Shoshana Altrichter talk travel the last Thursdays of each month. In September, they were joined by Vinnie Guarna Senior Manager, Special Interest Groups at Odysseys. See recent Facebook Live on Norway and the Scottish Isles. August topic - Scottish Isles with Lise
- [Facebook Live -- Are America's Police Different?](https://wacharrisburg.org/facebook-live-sundays-at-5-p-m/) - Chad Lassiter, Executive Director of Pennsylvania's Human Relations Commission, joins Council President Joyce Davis to discuss whether American police differ from their colleagues around the world -- or even among each other? Sept. 3, 2020 - World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Facebook Page
- [Travel Live! Spain & Portugal](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-on-facebook-features-egypt/) - Join World Affairs Council of Harrisburg President Joyce Davis and WAC Philadelphia Travel Director Shoshana Altrichter to talk travel the last Thursday of the month (to be rescheduled in November due to Thanksgiving.) Guests for the next discussion on Spain are: Mark Miller, Senior Vice President, Sales at AHI Travel LJ Stambuk, Executive Director, World
- [UN-75: The Journey Continues -- Keynote: Ambassador Thomas Pickering](https://wacharrisburg.org/un-75/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg recently collaborated with World Denver, the Tennessee World Affairs Council and the International Relations Council - Kansas City -- to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations with Ambassador Thomas Pickering. Here is a link a truly momentous event! Speakers Moderator: Joyce M. Davis, President, President/CEO.
- [Middle East Update with Amy Tachco of U.S. Department of State](https://wacharrisburg.org/new-world-order-biden-takes-over/) - President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take office on Jan. 20 and their administration is likely to be far different from the one led by President Donald Trump. WACH is beginning a series of Facebook Live discussions with experts in domestic and foreign affairs to discuss U.S. foreign policy and to begin
- [Upper St. Clair - Pittsburgh and Cedar Cliff -  Harrisburg Win Top Prizes in 2021 Academic WorldQuest Competition!](https://wacharrisburg.org/academic-worldquest-2020-21/) - Congratulations to All Academic WorldQuest Teams! First Place Teams: Upper St. Clair -- Pittsburgh Cedar Cliff -- Harrisburg
- [Thanks to All Participants in the 2020 Interfaith Event](https://wacharrisburg.org/interfaith-inspirations/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks all interfaith leaders for a most inspiring event! Here is a link to the Zoom event: A Service of Love, Light, and Hope: Loving our Neighbors and Keeping Them Safe— Gathering music Opening comments—Sandy Strauss Introduction of emcee—Michael Scalzi Prayer for all who are sick during this time—Jenn
- [2021 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-2021-international-poetry-storytelling-competition-for-high-school-students/) - High School students invited to submit original poems and short stories in celebration of the values of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- [Great Decisions 2021](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-decisions-2021-starts-thursday-feb-4/) - Know Your World. Join us for Great Decisions discussions on the most important topics in today's world. 7 p.m. Thursdays Feb. 4-March.
- [Artists & COVID-19: Coping with Catastrophe](https://wacharrisburg.org/artists-covid-19-coping-with-catastrophe/) - As part of the Global, Artists Initiative to provide information on how artists in our community are being impacted by COVID-19 and to provide information on resources for help!
- [International Women's Conference 2021](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-womens-day-conference/) - Stories of Achievement and Struggle in a Time of Global Turmoil THANKS TO HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY -- MAJOR SPONSOR! Meet Our Panelists! Organized By:
- [Travel Live! Turkey](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-turkey/)
- [Travel Live! Tanzania](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-tanzania/)
- [Travel Live! Morocco](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-galapagos-530-p-m-est-thursday-mar-25/)
- [Travel Live! Galapagos](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-galapagos/)
- [Webinar!! COVID on Campus -- Impact on Higher Education](https://wacharrisburg.org/webinar-covid-on-campus-impact-on-higher-education/) - Watch Here!!
- [From the Womb to the Crib: Covid-19 Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/kids-covid-webinar-from-the-womb-to-the-crib/)
- [Mental Health Crisis & COVID-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/new-webinar-series-mental-health-crisis-covid-19/) - UPCOMING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS WEBINAR -- 6 P.M. AUG. 26 -- BACK TO SCHOOL: ARE WE READY?
- [2021 Torch Awards Ceremony & Journal](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-torch-awards-ceremony-journal/) - Click Here to view the Award Ceremony! Click Here To view our 2021 Torch of Global Enlightenment Journal!
- [Episode 1: Money vs. Climate](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-interns-podcast-episode-1-now-available/) - The first episode of The Interns podcast covers money versus climate.
- [Episode 2: New Jim Crow Era??](https://wacharrisburg.org/episode-2-of-the-interns-podcast-is-out-now/) - The second episode of The Interns podcast covers the New Jim Crow Era.
- [Episode 3: Weighing in on Myanmar](https://wacharrisburg.org/episode-3-of-the-interns-podcast-is-out-now/) - Our third episode of The Interns covers Myanmar
- [Episode 4: Are Vaccines Good 4 U?](https://wacharrisburg.org/episode-4-are-vaccines-good-4-u/) - This episode and the following one are shorter than the first few but encompass the same hearty discussions as before. In this episode, we talk about Brexit, Vaccinations, and Covid in Zambia. Thank you for listening!
- [Episode 4: Are Vaccines Good 4 U?](https://wacharrisburg.org/https-open-spotify-com-episode-6qicthm1ebxe9ehequrhdesid47b32545d9a494e/)
- [Don’t feel sorry for Black students: Challenge us](https://wacharrisburg.org/dont-feel-sorry-for-black-students-challenge-us/) - White teachers feel sympathy for Black students who they think are struggling through many challenges in life. But they don’t feel empathy.
- [Back-to-School Anxiety & COVID-19 Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/coping-with-back-to-school-anxiety-during-covid-19-webinar/) - Going back to school can be stressful for any child—especially for kids living through the COVID-19 pandemic and returning to the classroom. Now, declining rates of COVID-19 cases mean schools are eligible to reopen, with safety provisions such as masking and physical distancing. But although a return to in-person school promises a more stable, interactive
- [Sponsors of the 2021 Summer Internship Program](https://wacharrisburg.org/sponsors-of-the-summer-internship-program/) - Thank you UPMC for sponsoring our 2021 summer internship program.
- [​COVID-19 Symptoms & Testing](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-symptoms-testing/) - Read more about the symptoms of Covid-19
- [COVID-19 Vaccine Information and FAQ Flyers](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-vaccines/) - Download PDF: How Safe Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Q&A (English) ¿Cuán seguras son las vacunas contra el COVID-19? (Spanish) COVID-19 Vaccine Facts (English) Información sobre las vacunas contra el COVID-19 (Spanish) Do the COVID-19 Vaccines Actually Work Q&A (English) ¿Funcionan realmente las vacunas contra el COVID-19? (Spanish) CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT
- [How will the covid-19 vaccine benefit me?](https://wacharrisburg.org/where-can-i-get-vaccinated/) - Getting vaccinated will significantly decrease the chance that you will contract COVID-19, a serious and potentially fatal disease. You will also decrease the likelihood of spreading the coronavirus to those around you, ensuring that the Temple community is that much safer. Each person vaccinated is helping our community return to normal life. Once enough people
- [Hot Topics Webinar: Leaving Afghanistan](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-webinar-discussion-on-afghanistan/)
- [2021 International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-conference/) - If you missed our 2021 International Women's Conference you can watch the recording here.
- [Join us as we help promote vaccinations at the Hispanic Heritage Festival!](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us-as-we-help-promote-vaccinations-at-the-hispanic-heritage-festival/) - Come enjoy live music, Spanish food vendors, entertainment, free games, children’s activities, and giveaways. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at LHACC! 13th to 14th & Derry Sts Harrisburg, 17104
- [Broad Street Market GET VACCINATED campaign!](https://wacharrisburg.org/broad-street-market-vaccine-pop-up-clinic/) - We spoke to more than 200 people Saturday, Sept. 11 at the Broad Street Market OUR MESSAGE: GET VACCINATED! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is on a mission: tackling vaccine hesitancy. Thanks to all of our supporters and community leaders for helping us to save lives.
- [Thanks to all who joined us for the Walk Against Hate](https://wacharrisburg.org/harrisburg-walk-against-hate/) - Perfect walking weather an a perfect locale at the Civic Club made our Walk Against Hate a memorable event! Thanks to the wonderful people and organizations that came out to support love and work against hate! Here is a link to the ABC 27 story on the event: https://www.abc27.com/news/local/harrisburg/walk-against-hate-held-in-harrisburg/
- [2021 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-international-peace-symposium/) - 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.
- [Interfaith Prayer For Wisdom and Unity Against COVID-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/interfaith-prayer-for-wisdom-and-unity-against-covid-19/)
- [Peace and Justice in PA: Annual Report](https://wacharrisburg.org/peace-and-justice-in-pa-annual-report/) - Details PA Media Group proudly presents: Peace and Justice in PA Come join us for a statewide virtual event in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, the state’s premier advocate in fostering equal opportunity on October 19, 2021, at 6:00 PM. “Peace and Justice in PA” is part of PA Media Group’s “live journalism” series and
- [10/3 Covid-19 Newsletter](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-weekly-newsletter/) - oct 3 by wacharrisburg@gmail.com
- [Travel Live South Africa! 10/7](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-south-africa-10-7/) - Watch our Travel Live! South Africa episode.
- [Vaccine Hesitancy Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/why-i-wont-get-the-shot/) - Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy
- [Travel Live! Egypt](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-egypt/) - We were joined by Patrick Ryan from WAC Philadelphia for this episode of Travel Live! Egypt.
- [Walk Against Hate](https://wacharrisburg.org/walk-against-hate/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg held a Walk Against Hate on Sunday, Oct 10 2021.
- [First Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Event](https://wacharrisburg.org/first-annual-domestic-violence-awareness-event/) - Learn about domestic violence in our community, and what can be done about it! 6-8 p.m. Oct. 28, 2021 RSVP HERE: TICKETS HERE
- [Thank You to Pennian Bank & Capital Blue Cross for being our newest EITC supporters!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thank-you-to-pennian-bank-for-being-one-of-our-eitc-supporters/)
- [New Diplomatic Level Members](https://wacharrisburg.org/new-diplomatic-level-members/) - Eliz Nestorov and Guerline Laurore join the elite ranks of World Affairs Council of Harrisburg associates at the diplomatic level. These members of the Board of Directors are helping WACH connect Pennsylvania's Capital Region to the World!
- [What does your nonprofit group need? Make it known on PennLive’s 2021 Wish List](https://wacharrisburg.org/what-does-your-nonprofit-group-need-let-us-know-for-pennlives-2021-wish-list/) - Many local charities and nonprofit organizations are still feeling the effect of the pandemic, almost a year and a half since it first hit central Pa. More and more resources are in short supply, not just at grocery stores or retail shops, but in help for these organizations. As the end of the year draws
- [Role of International Organizations in a Global Pandemic Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/role-of-international-organizations-in-a-global-pandemic-webinar/) - Tuesday, November 30 • 12-1 p.m. CT The Covid-19 pandemic has thrust the World Health Organization (WHO) into the limelight, for better and for worse. While some of the Trump administration’s criticism of the organization was unfair, the response to the early stages of the pandemic left many experts wanting more from the WHO. What is the
- [2021-2022 Academic WorldQuest](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-2022-academic-world-quest/) - Get information about the 2021/22 Academic WorldQuest competion held by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg.
- [Learn About The Joshua Group](https://wacharrisburg.org/joshua-group/) - All programs and services offered by The Joshua Group are provided free of charge for low-income at-risk young people of the Allison Hill community
- [A Tribute to the Arts during the Pandemic](https://wacharrisburg.org/a-tribute-to-the-arts-during-the-pandemic/) - WATCH the Zoom webinar HERE Winners of student arts competition to be announced!
- [2022 MLK Internatinal Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-mlk-international-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - Thank you to our sponsors: PA Humanities Council! PA Council on the Arts Arts for All Civic Club of Harrisburg
- [Thanks to PA Humanities!](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-pa-humanities/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks PA Humanities for a generous grant to support our programs that promote civil dialogue and appreciation for diverse arts and cultures. Thanks to PA Humanities we are enriching our communities and nurturing the next generation of world leaders!
- [Season 2 Episode 1: Roe vs. Wade](https://wacharrisburg.org/season-2-episode-1-roe-vs-wade/) - In this episode, our interns engage in a thought-provoking discussion surrounding the possibility of the overturning of Roe vs. Wade and its potential implications for the future of the Supreme Court.
- [Season 2 Episode 2: Gun Safety in Schools](https://wacharrisburg.org/season-2-episode-2-gun-safety-in-schools/) - In this episode, the interns discuss the prevalence of gun violence in schools across the United States, the impact gun violence in schools has on teachers and students, as well as possible solutions to counteract it. If you liked this episode and want to learn more about this topic, consider checking out the organization March
- [What the abortion debate is missing](https://wacharrisburg.org/what-the-abortion-debate-is-missing/) - What the abortion debate is missing. Read Chloe Meyer-Gherke's opinion piece about the abortion debate.
- [First generation kids face both challenges and rewards in American society](https://wacharrisburg.org/first-generation-children/) - By: Pari Patel - 2022 Summer Intern My family immigrated to this country for a better life for themselves and for their children. Like many immigrant families, they also must support family members back home. Taking care of relatives here and in the native countries can present serious challenges for both immigrants and their children.
- [Pharmaceutical companies should help people, not hurt them](https://wacharrisburg.org/pharmaceutical-companies-should-help-people-not-hurt-them/) - By: Surabi Shanmugam - 2022 Summer Intern Every day, my uncle wakes up, eats his breakfast, and takes his medication. One day, as he was taking his meds, he turned to me. Holding up his bottle of Jardiance, a name brand drug, he told me, “I pay $250 for this every month.” I remember pausing
- [Turmoil in Iran: Women Take to the Streets](https://wacharrisburg.org/turmoil-in-iran-women-take-to-the-streets/) - On October 14, 2022 our panel of experts shared their thoughts on the current situation in Iran. The death of Mahsa Amini in police custody has sparked protests in Iran and throughout the world. Our panel of experts talked about what the unrest will mean for Iran and its people, especially for its women. Speakers:
- [2023 International Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-international-womens-conference/) - View photos from our unforgettable event that brought together women from all walks of life. The theme for the 2023 International Women's Day conference was "Women of the World: Unite!" and will feature a delicious lunch and an international fashion show. We are grateful for Chad Dion Lassiter, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations
- [State of Mental Health: The Elderly](https://wacharrisburg.org/state-of-mental-health-the-elderly/) - On July 21st we held a State of Mental Health forum focused on the specific needs of our elderly at Millersville University.
- [Progress and Growth are not the Same Thing](https://wacharrisburg.org/progress-and-growth-are-not-the-same-thing/) - Last year, 4 billion metric tons of food were produced. This is enough food to feed everyone on earth. Read intern Jackson Kane's opinion piece.
- [It takes a good degree of maturity to be a responsible voter](https://wacharrisburg.org/it-takes-a-good-degree-of-maturity-to-be-a-responsible-voter/) - The one thing that younger teens cannot do to change the world is Vote. Read intern Necla Karaca's opinion piece on being a responsible voter.
- [We need to rethink our lifestyles of wasteful consumption to leave something for future generations](https://wacharrisburg.org/wasteful-consumption-lifestyles/) - We need to rethink our lifestyles of wasteful consumption to leave something for future generations. Read intern Mohamed Abdou's opinion piece.
- [Censorship: Balancing Security and Freedom of Expression](https://wacharrisburg.org/censorship-balancing-security-and-freedom-of-expression/) - In a world increasingly interconnected by technology and social media, freedom of expression and censorship has emerged as both a powerful tool and a contentious issue.
- [2023 Reflection & Next Chapter](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-reflection-next-chapter/) - As we look forward to 2024, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg also took time to reflect on last year's wonderful spread of programs. 2023 was a whirlwind of insightful conversations and thought-provoking presentations all fuelled by your support. Turning the Pages on 2023: Our annual report showcases the different events and forums that were
- [Summer Internship Application](https://wacharrisburg.org/summer-internship-application/) - Apply now for our summer internship program, open to high school and college students who are interested in learning more about the world and their community.
- [The Muddy River of Baasim Film Screening](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-muddy-river-of-baasim-film-screening/) - 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 the filming process and its impact. Following the screening, we gathered for a delicious Iftar
- [See the world, but know what’s going on where you’re going | Travel Views](https://wacharrisburg.org/see-the-world-but-know-whats-going-on-where-youre-going-travel-views/) - By: Joyce M. Davis Published: Apr. 06, 2024 | PennLive Editor’s Note: This is the first of a monthly column on travel and tourism that will provide news and information on destinations close to home and abroad. The year 2024 is promising to be a banner year for international travel. And where in the world
- [Cedar Cliff High School Team Shines at National Academic WorldQuest Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/celebrating-success-cedar-cliff-high-school-team-shines-at-national-academic-worldquest-competition/) - Cedar Cliff High School's varsity Academic WorldQuest team, led by advisor Mrs. Angela Kamps, proudly represented Pennsylvania and The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg at the National Academic WorldQuest competition in Washington D.C. On Saturday, April 20, these talented students put their knowledge of world affairs to the test at the prestigious United States Institute
- [Travel to Prague for Forum 2000](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-to-prage-for-forum-2000/) - Embark on a journey with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg this October to Prague for Forum 2000. From October 11th to 17th, 2024, explore Prague's history, culture, and global discourse. Priced at $2,885 per person, based on single accommodation, this excursion promises an enriching experience that transcends traditional tourism. Delve into the heart of
- [Hear Their Voices: Community Members Come Together to Discuss Discrimination in Our Schools](https://wacharrisburg.org/hear-their-voices-community-members-come-together-to-discuss-discrimination-in-our-schools/) - 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 jointly with The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, PennLive's DEI Committee, and The World Affairs Council
- [U.S. schools need to get serious about teaching foreign languages](https://wacharrisburg.org/u-s-schools-need-to-get-serious-about-teaching-foreign-languages/) - By Lia Almer On my first day of seventh grade, I entered my Spanish teacher Señora De Mackiewicz’s classroom for the very first time. Adorned with posters, maps, and trinkets reflecting the culture and geography of Latin America, her room was different from any classroom my peers or I had experienced. “Buenos Dias, clase!” She
- [Dauphin County Prison is in serious need of overhaul](https://wacharrisburg.org/dauphin-county-prison-is-in-serious-need-of-overhaul/) - By: Mary Gabriele An article published in PennLive regarding the Love in Action Rally brought to light the horrible conditions of Dauphin County Prison (DCP). More people should be talking about reform of Dauphin County Prison. Most people get to walk out of prison after serving their time. 8-year-old Christopher Phy, 36-year-old Michael Butler, and
- [The shooting of former President Trump is only the latest attack on political leaders that young voters find despicable](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-shooting-of-former-president-trump-is-only-the-latest-attack-on-political-leaders-that-young-voters-find-despicable/) - Mary Gabriele says she’s sickened by the political violence gripping our nation. A senior at Temple University, Gabriele spoke on PennLive’s Battleground PA podcast and shared her reactions to the gunfire that left one father dead and several people injured, including a former President of the United States. Gabriele’s reaction was not unlike that of
- [Parents and teachers have a responsibility to monitor the social media usage of children in their care](https://wacharrisburg.org/parents-and-teachers-have-a-responsibility-to-monitor-the-social-media-usage-of-children-in-their-care/) - By Naomi Limann A prominent memory from 6th grade was my burning desire for a phone. It seemed like every kid my age had one, connecting them to entertainment and social validation. I constantly argued with my parents about the unfairness of being at a disadvantage in staying connected with my friends and accessing popular
- [A Conversation with Afarin Bellisario, Author of "Silenced Whispers"](https://wacharrisburg.org/a-conversation-with-afarin-bellisario-author-of-silenced-whispers/) - We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Afarin Bellisario, the author of, "Silenced Whispers".
- [Travel Live! Prague](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-prague/) - Our latest travel live! webinar focused on our upcoming trip to Prague, Czechia.
- [The world needs to demand a ceasefire in Gaza](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-world-needs-to-demand-a-ceasefire-in-gaza/) - By: Humza Hasan We need a ceasefire in Palestine right now. The fighting is causing too much pain and suffering for Palestinians. Homes, and hospitals are being bombed, and people have nowhere to go. A ceasefire would stop the violence and allow help to reach the Palestinians. A ceasefire would allow people to get food,
- [Food banks desperately need donations to meet the needs of millions of hungry Americans](https://wacharrisburg.org/food-banks-desperately-need-donations-to-meet-the-needs-of-millions-of-hungry-americans/) - By: Selina Xu As defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), food insecurity refers to the reduced quality of someone’s diet and the inaccessibility of nutritious and plentiful food. In 2022, 17 million U.S. households suffered food insecurity, according to the USDA. These families relied on food assistance programs or food pantries to fulfill
- [2024 Torch Awards Ceremony Photos and Video](https://wacharrisburg.org/2024-torch-awards-ceremony/) - View the recording and photos from our 2024 Torch Awards Ceremony which honored individuals & organizations that are making a positive impact in our community.
- [We can only manage climate change if we acknowledge its devastating impact on poor people](https://wacharrisburg.org/we-can-only-manage-climate-change-if-we-acknowledge-its-devastating-impact-on-poor-people/) - By: Raiyan Bakshi Flint, Michigan: It’s a place many Americans associate with one thing in particular, poisoned water. In 2015, the water in Flint was found to have extraordinarily toxic levels of lead well beyond EPA acceptable limits. Many in this community, which is predominantly Black, became sick from the poisoned water and 12 died,
- [2023 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-international-young-leaders-conference/) - The 2023 International Young Leaders Conference had the theme of "The Value of A Life" and covered topics from climate change ethics to AI to civil rights.
- [Can the world be saved from politics, war and self destruction? Pennsylvania’s young leaders have the answer](https://wacharrisburg.org/can-the-world-be-saved-from-politics-war-and-self-destruction-pennsylvanias-young-leaders-have-the-answer/) - 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 climate change, growing global chaos and political divisions among Americans. And many are asking if
- [Political conspiracy theories are a threat to democracy](https://wacharrisburg.org/political-conspiracy-theories-are-a-threat-to-democracy/) - By: Maddie Graf In our tangled political landscape, it is increasingly important to harbor a healthy skepticism about the world around us. However, the misinformed conspiracy theories that have become emboldened by modern day social platforms takes this apprehension too far. Blindly subscribing to political conspiracy theories ultimately creates a deep-rooted disbelief in our country
- [The world must do more to stop gender apartheid impacting the lives of millions of women and girls around the world](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-world-must-do-more-to-stop-gender-apartheid-impacting-the-lives-of-millions-of-women-and-girls-around-the-world/) - By: Connor Joyce The international community at large has failed to address one of the most critical human issues of our time, gender apartheid. Gender apartheid is the process of social and economic discrimination against individuals based on their gender. Women across the world have suffered under the affliction of discrimination for centuries and the
- [Kudos to government officials who take time to inspire youth | Social Views](https://wacharrisburg.org/kudos-to-government-officials-who-take-time-to-inspire-youth-social-views/) - Government official often lead hectic lives, rushing to and from meetings, incessant Zooms and phone calls from citizens demanding their time and attention. So, it’s all the more notable when some are willing to take time from their busy schedules to speak into the lives of young people eager to learn about what they do
- [The State of Women's Health: A Global Perspective](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-state-of-womens-health-a-global-perspective/) - This forum brought together healthcare professionals to discuss comprehensive women's health across all life stages.
- [2024 International Women's Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2024-international-womens-festival/) - This year's International Women's Festival featured a healthcare forum and an International Fashion show featuring 18 countries.
- [Women's History Garden Induction Celebration](https://wacharrisburg.org/womens-history-garden-induction-celebration/) - Read more about the newest inductees to the Civic Club of Harrisburg's Women's History Garden.
- [The State of Black Health Forum Recap](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-state-of-black-health-forum-recap/) - Forum highlights health disparities in Black communities: transplants, maternal care, prostate cancer, and mental health.
- [2022 Great Decisions Videos](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-great-decisions-videos/) - Collection of all the 2022 Great Decisions Lecture videos hosted by WACH. These videos cover the most topical issues and are free to view.
- [Photos from 2023 Torch Awards Ceremony](https://wacharrisburg.org/photos-from-2023-torch-awards-ceremony/) - Take a look at the photos from our 2023 Torch Awards Ceremony, honoring individuals and organizations, that took place on May 15 at Harrisburg University.
- [Food Waste](https://wacharrisburg.org/food-waste/) - Why food waste is a major issue in the United States. Read our intern Lindsay Becker's opinion piece on the issue of food waste in the United States
- [What's Next for Sudan?](https://wacharrisburg.org/whats-next-for-sudan/) - Watch a travel live webinar on the current situation in Sudan; hear from experts to get their take on what is going on and what is next for Sudan.
- [2022 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-international-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - Watch the entire event here: Students from the Harrisburg area and overseas submitted short stories and poems on this year's theme: "We Shall Overcome: Covid & Social Unrest" Here are the Harrisburg area winners: First Place A country built on war, Preaching about peace A country built on stealing and looting, Preaching about charity Preaching
- [Travel Live: Travel & Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-starts-new-season-tuesday-jan-25/) - Join medical professionals and members of the travel business to learn how to travel safely during the coronavirus pandemic. This Travel & Health webinar is part of our Travel Live webinar series.
- [A Discussion on the War in Sudan with Andrew Lentz](https://wacharrisburg.org/a-discussion-on-the-war-in-sudan-with-andrew-lentz/) - By Sol Thamilarasan On November 30, 2023, Andrew Lentz, who is the Office Director in the Africa Bureau’s Office of Sudan and South Sudan Affairs, gave us his expertise about the war in Sudan. This discussion gave attendees, a thorough insight into the atrocities and the current overall political and social climate in Sudan. This
- [The State of Black Health - Black History Month Forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/black-history-month-forum-the-state-of-black-health/) - Gain valuable insights into the state of black health and the persistent health challenges facing the African American community from our panel of experts.
- [2023 Academic WorldQuest Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-academic-worldquest-competition/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's 2023 Academic WorldQuest competition will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at Elizabethtown College.
- [Praying for Peace](https://wacharrisburg.org/praying-for-peace/) - Interfaith leaders from across Central Pennsylvania came together to share their prayers for peace and offer words of hope for a brighter future.
- [Long Covid Town Hall: What You Need to Know](https://wacharrisburg.org/long-covid-town-hall-what-you-need-to-know/) - December 1, 2022 We recently held the Long Covid Town Hall, a vital platform that addressed the challenges faced by individuals affected by long Covid. This interactive event brought together experts, healthcare professionals, and members of the community, creating a space for sharing insights and providing support. Expert Insights and Empowering Knowledge: During the Long
- [The State of Mental Health: The Military](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-state-of-mental-health-the-military/) - View photos & the recording of our latest State of Mental Health forum. This event focused on the unique challenges the military faces.
- [Why we should hold off on lifting the mask mandate](https://wacharrisburg.org/why-we-should-hold-off-on-lifting-the-mask-mandate/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the world. Read our intern Sahiti Kulkarni's opinion piece on lifting the covid-19 mask mandate.
- [Back to School: Public Health Town Hall](https://wacharrisburg.org/back-to-school-public-health-town-hall/) - Healthcare experts bring you all the information you need for back to school and keeping your kids healthy during the pandemic.
- [Covid Town Hall](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-town-hall-2/) - Watch our webinar with medical professionals for the current situation regarding Covid in Pennsylvania and the United States
- [Covid-19 & the Faith Community](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-and-faith-communities/) - Our Covid-19 & the Faith Community webinar brought together the PA Physician General and leaders from many different faith communities in Central Pennsylvania.
- [Covid-19 Update](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-update/) - Watch our Covid-19 update webinar with physicians from the Harrisburg region to learn about the current status of Covid-19.
- [Season 2 Episode 3: Covid-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/season-2-episode-3-covid-19/) - In this episode, we talk about the origins of the covid-19 pandemic, its effects, and conspiracy theories around the vaccine.
- [Mental Health in India & China](https://wacharrisburg.org/mental-health-in-india-china/) - Unmasking the Hidden Crisis: Mental Health Imperatives in India and China. Read intern Jayashre Chennai's opinion piece.
- [Travel Live PA!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-pa/) - Watch our first episode in our newest webinar series: Travel Live PA!
- [The Art of Healing](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-art-of-healing-2/) - The Art of Healing focused on the reflection of trauma's effect on art and culture. Our panelists shared stories and art.
- [War in the Middle East: What's Next for the World?](https://wacharrisburg.org/war-in-the-middle-east-whats-next-for-the-world/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and the Alaska World Affairs Council held a webinar on October 26th to discuss the current situation surrounding the war the Middle East. Our panel of experts lent their insights into this complex and evolving situation. Speakers: Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh - International Affairs Professor at Harrisburg University Dr. Mirielle
- [2016 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2016-international-young-leaders-conference-slated-aug-2-at-harrisburg-university/) - The 2016 International Young Leaders Conference focused on Pokemon and Political Polarization. Congrats to our interns for a sucessful event.
- [2019 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2019-international-young-leaders-conference/) - View pictures from our 2019 International Young Leaders Conference organized by our summer interns
- [2021 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-international-young-leaders-conference-3/) - Watch the 2021 International Young Leader's Conference titled "Pandemics and Protests"
- [We Care: Saving our Future | 2022 International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/we-care-saving-our-future-2022-international-young-leaders-conference/) - This year's International Young Leaders Conference focused on gun violence, social inequality, the war in Ukraine, and Covid-19.
- [Honoring Peacemakers in Our Midst - 2023's Distinguished Awardees](https://wacharrisburg.org/honoring-peacemakers-in-our-midst-2023s-distinguished-awardees/) - Meet our 2023 Peacemakers in Our Midst honorees. All of these individuals and organizations showcase the ideals of tolerance and integrity.
- [2022 International Women's Day Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-international-womens-day-conference/) - View information about our 2022 International Women's Day conference including our speakers and watch the video of the event.
- [Future of South Korea: Videos](https://wacharrisburg.org/future-of-south-korea-videos/) - The Delegates speak to students at Cumberland Valley High School.
- [2022 Great Decisions discussions begins Feb. 24 with the U.S. and Outer Space!](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-great-decisions-discussions-begins-feb-24-with-the-u-s-and-outer-space/) - Register here to participate in one or all of the 8-week discussion series.
- [Visit Iceland](https://wacharrisburg.org/visit-iceland/) - Experience the wonders of Iceland with this episode of Travel Live! Join Jim Falk, Shoshana Altricher, and Joyce Davis as they visit Iceland and discuss the upcoming World Affairs Council trip there.
- [Unity for Our Community Zoom Meeting Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/unity-for-our-community-zoom-meeting/)
- [Thanks to All for a Successful Global Warming Conference!](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-warming-alert/) - Thank you to all participants of our 2016 Energy & Environment Conference. This year's topic was Global Warming Alert: Feeling the Heat!
- [The 2nd Annual International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-youth-leaders-conference/) - The International Young Leaders Conference will feature a political debate, seminars about journalism & entrepreneurship, a leadership conference, & much more!
- [Nuclear Weapons in the Modern World: Can they be Stopped?](https://wacharrisburg.org/nukes-in-the-modern-world-can-they-be-stopped/) - Lunch forum with David Santoro, senior fellow for nonproliferation and disarmament at Pacific Forum CSIS. He will be discussing the place Nuclear Weapons have in today's world.
- [2022 Torch Awards Ceremony](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-torch-awards-ceremony/) - Torch Awards honor outstanding individuals & organizations that dedicate themselves to bettering our community. See the 2022 honorees.
- [Climate Change, the Environment, and You!](https://wacharrisburg.org/climate-change-the-environment-and-your-impact/) - We live on a beautiful, colorful, and diverse planet. Through the inventions of technology and innovation, we can know what is happening on the opposite side of the world in a heartbeat. This convergence of mechanical and science has made information readily available to help us understand the complexity and balance of life as a whole. Our
- [Embark on Exciting Journeys with WACH Travel Tours in 2024](https://wacharrisburg.org/embark-on-exciting-journeys-with-wach-travel-tours-in-2024/) - Explore WACH's 2024 travel tours, from an interfaith retreat in Jerusalem to Balkan adventures. Join us on a journey of culture, discovery, and exploration.
- [WACH Annual Conference -- After Bin Laden: Stuxnet, Drones and the New Middle East](https://wacharrisburg.org/annual-conference-2012/) - Our annual conference explored the complex dynamics of the post-Bin Laden era, provided a platform for deep insights and stimulating conversations.
- [Great Female Authors - Hassina Sherjan](https://wacharrisburg.org/great-female-authors-hassina-sherjan/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Great Female Authors Series Presents: Hassina Sherjan When America Leaves: Prospects for Peace in Afghanistan October 22 , 6:30 P.M. Dixon University Center, Administration Building 2986 North 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110 Hassina Sherjan is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Aid Afghanistan for Education (www.aidafghanistanforeducation.org), Owner and Chief Executive Officer of
- [2022 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/2022-peace-symposium/) - The 2022 International Peace Symposium focused on people under seige with a panel of experts from around the world. "Peacemakers in Our Midst" were also honored
- [Thanks to Pennian Bank for supporting our Youth Education programs](https://wacharrisburg.org/thanks-to-pennian-bank/) - Thank you to Pennian Bank for supporting WACH's Youth Education Programs including our internship program and MLK Day Poetry & Storytelling Competition.
- [Celebrating a Remarkable Peace Symposium 2023: Gratitude and Reflections](https://wacharrisburg.org/celebrating-a-remarkable-peace-symposium-2023-gratitude-and-reflections/) - We recently hosted the 2023 International Peace Symposium, a gathering to explore the vision of peace through dialogue, history, & shared values
- [Navigating Global Complexity: World Affairs Council of Harrisburg](https://wacharrisburg.org/navigating-global-complexity-world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg/) - Explore the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, a hub for global awareness, education, and community engagement. Discover our events, programs, and initiatives, shaping a more interconnected world.
- [Volunteers Needed for Immigration and Refugee Services](https://wacharrisburg.org/volunteers-needed-for-immigration-and-refugee-services/) - Immigration and Refugee Services of Catholic Charities have volunteer opportunities to help you learn, grow and make a difference.
- [Ending Rape Culture](https://wacharrisburg.org/ending-rape-culture/) - In the time you read this article, a woman will be assaulted. Read our intern Camera Bailey's opinion piece about ending rape culture in the US.
- [Rural Schools](https://wacharrisburg.org/rural-schools/) - America has a rural school problem, and it needs to be addressed. Read intern Sam Pimental's opinion piece on America's rural school problem.
- [Summer Internship 2022](https://wacharrisburg.org/summer-internship-2022/) - Take a look at some pictures and highlights from our 2022 summer internship program including this year's International Young Leader's Conference.
- [Global Scholars Certificate for High School Students!](https://wacharrisburg.org/announcing-global-scholars-certificate-program/) - High Schools students can get an edge-up in college admissions and learn about the world Join our Global Scholars program today!
- [Watch 2021 Internship Webinars](https://wacharrisburg.org/webinars/) - Watch the discussions our interns had with Gov Tom Wolf, political analysts, Sen Pat Toomey, and PA State Representatives on this page of internship webinars.
- [Youth Election Zoom Forum: Is It Over Yet?](https://wacharrisburg.org/youth-election-forum-is-it-over-year/) - Youth talk about the 2020 elections!
- [Teacher's Salaries](https://wacharrisburg.org/teachers-salaries/) - American society will suffer unless we pay teachers more. Read our intern Maheen Hamza's opinion piece on teacher's salaries.
- [2023 Internship Photos](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-internship-photos/) - View photos from our 2023 Summer Internship program. The students visited City Hall, PA State Capitol and Susquehanna Museum of Art.
- [Why should we protect the nature?](https://wacharrisburg.org/protect-nature/) - Each creature plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological harmony. Read intern Zehra Yesilyurt's opinion piece on how important it is to protect nature
- [Immigration Reform](https://wacharrisburg.org/immigration-reform/) - The United States desperately needs immigration reform. Read intern Aiden Pinsker's opinion piece.
- [Fast Fashion](https://wacharrisburg.org/fast-fashion/) - Fast Fashion not only looks cheap but hurts the environment. Read intern Irem Akgul's opinion piece on the dangers of the fast fashion industry
- [LGBTQ+ Legislation](https://wacharrisburg.org/lgbtq-legislation/) - People who care about justice should stop targeting LGBTQ+ youth. Read intern Sol Thamilarasan's opinion piece on anti LGBTQ+ legislation.
- [Digital Literacy](https://wacharrisburg.org/digital-literacy/) - Students today need to be literate in both media and the digital world. Read intern Tyler Hartl's opinion piece on the importance of digital literacy
- [Women in History](https://wacharrisburg.org/women-in-history/) - Students need to learn about the accomplishments of women in history class. Read intern Keerthana Sontyana's opinion piece about learning about women in history.
- [False claims of election fraud aren’t an anomaly](https://wacharrisburg.org/false-claims-of-election-fraud-arent-an-anomaly/) - False claims of election fraud aren’t an anomaly; they’re the new normal. Read intern Danica Gullick's opinion piece on election fraud.
- [Muslim Assimilation](https://wacharrisburg.org/muslim-assimilation/) - Muslims shouldn’t have to assimilate to be good Americans. Read our intern Sara Farheen's opinion piece about Muslim assimilation.
- [Online Misinformation](https://wacharrisburg.org/online-misinformation/) - It’s easy to get information online, but harder than ever to find the truth. Read Ariya Bandy's opinion piece on online misinformation.
- [The war in Ukraine](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-war-in-ukraine/) - The war in Ukraine isn’t over just because it’s no longer on your social media feed. Read Hannah Alvarnaz's opinion piece on the war in Ukraine.
- [The Significance of Forced Human Migration](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-significance-of-forced-human-migration/) - At the end of 2020, over 80 million people were forcibly displaced across the world. Read our intern Mackenzie Kuhn's opinion piece on forced human migration.
- [Abolish the police](https://wacharrisburg.org/abolish-the-police/) - Abolish the police doesn’t mean allowing a lawless society. Read our intern Kennedy Holt's opinion piece on abolishing the police.
- [Dismantling disinformation surrounding Black Lives Matter](https://wacharrisburg.org/dismantling-disinformation-surrounding-black-lives-matter/) - In the past year, the Black Lives Matter movement has garnered both increasing support and large opposition. Read intern Ariana Genna's opinion piece.
- [Gun Control](https://wacharrisburg.org/gun-control/) - We must take action to stop gun violence before another tragedy happens. Read our intern Anthony Carver's opinion piece on gun control.
- [Cyber Security](https://wacharrisburg.org/cyber-security/) - Laws aren’t enough to fight cyber attacks, people need to protect themselves. Read intern Anisha Parida's opinion piece on the importance of cyber security.
- [The ticking time bomb: climate change](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-ticking-time-bomb-climate-change/) - The hotter temperatures and destruction of our environment are proof that we can’t ignore climate change. Read our intern Aarushi Dedhya's opinion piece.
- [A New Jim Crow Era](https://wacharrisburg.org/a-new-jim-crow-era/) - We are living in a society where the color of our skin determines who we are & what we do. Read intern Aaron Joseph's opinion piece on the new era of Jim Crow.
- [Women & The Arts Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/women-the-arts-webinar/) - Our final event celebrating Women's History Month, WACH invited women artists to discuss their personal struggles and triumphs of being women in the arts.
- [Reception for Consulate General of the Republic of Germany David Gill](https://wacharrisburg.org/reception-for-consulate-general-of-the-republic-of-germany-david-gill/) - WACH was honored to host a {"type":"elementor","siteurl":"https://wacharrisburg.org/wp-json/","elements":[{"id":"c554897","elType":"widget","isInner":false,"isLocked":false,"settings":{"editor":"Members of the public, our board and distinguished guests gathered at Temple University in Harrisburg for a Reception for Consulate General David Gill​, from the Republic of Germany. Gill provided remarks on the ties between Pennsylvania and Germany that go back decades as well as the state of affairs in Europe. ","drop_cap":"","text_columns":"","text_columns_tablet":"","text_columns_mobile":"","column_gap":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"column_gap_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"column_gap_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"align":"","align_tablet":"","align_mobile":"","text_color":"","typography_typography":"","typography_font_family":"","typography_font_size":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_font_size_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_font_size_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_font_weight":"","typography_text_transform":"","typography_font_style":"","typography_text_decoration":"","typography_line_height":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_line_height_tablet":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_line_height_mobile":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_letter_spacing":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_letter_spacing_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_letter_spacing_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_word_spacing":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_word_spacing_tablet":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"typography_word_spacing_mobile":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"text_shadow_text_shadow_type":"","text_shadow_text_shadow":{"horizontal":0,"vertical":0,"blur":10,"color":"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)"},"drop_cap_view":"default","drop_cap_primary_color":"","drop_cap_secondary_color":"","drop_cap_shadow_text_shadow_type":"","drop_cap_shadow_text_shadow":{"horizontal":0,"vertical":0,"blur":10,"color":"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)"},"drop_cap_size":{"unit":"px","size":5,"sizes":[]},"drop_cap_space":{"unit":"px","size":10,"sizes":[]},"drop_cap_border_radius":{"unit":"%","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_border_width":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"drop_cap_typography_typography":"","drop_cap_typography_font_family":"","drop_cap_typography_font_size":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_font_size_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_font_size_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_font_weight":"","drop_cap_typography_text_transform":"","drop_cap_typography_font_style":"","drop_cap_typography_text_decoration":"","drop_cap_typography_line_height":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_line_height_tablet":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_line_height_mobile":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_word_spacing":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_word_spacing_tablet":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"drop_cap_typography_word_spacing_mobile":{"unit":"em","size":"","sizes":[]},"_title":"","_margin":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_margin_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_margin_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_padding":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_padding_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_padding_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_element_width":"","_element_width_tablet":"","_element_width_mobile":"","_element_custom_width":{"unit":"%","size":"","sizes":[]},"_element_custom_width_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_element_custom_width_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_element_vertical_align":"","_element_vertical_align_tablet":"","_element_vertical_align_mobile":"","_position":"","_offset_orientation_h":"start","_offset_x":{"unit":"px","size":"0","sizes":[]},"_offset_x_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_x_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_x_end":{"unit":"px","size":"0","sizes":[]},"_offset_x_end_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_x_end_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_orientation_v":"start","_offset_y":{"unit":"px","size":"0","sizes":[]},"_offset_y_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_y_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_y_end":{"unit":"px","size":"0","sizes":[]},"_offset_y_end_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_offset_y_end_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_z_index":"","_z_index_tablet":"","_z_index_mobile":"","_element_id":"","_css_classes":"","eael_wrapper_link_switch":"","eael_wrapper_link":{"url":"","is_external":"","nofollow":"","custom_attributes":""},"_animation":"","_animation_tablet":"","_animation_mobile":"","animation_duration":"","_animation_delay":"","_transform_rotate_popover":"","_transform_rotateZ_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateZ_effect_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateZ_effect_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotate_3d":"","_transform_rotateX_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateX_effect_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateX_effect_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translate_popover":"","_transform_translateX_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateX_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateX_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_popover":"","_transform_keep_proportions":"yes","_transform_scale_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skew_popover":"","_transform_skewX_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewX_effect_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewX_effect_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_flipX_effect":"","_transform_flipY_effect":"","_transform_rotate_popover_hover":"","_transform_rotateZ_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateZ_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateZ_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotate_3d_hover":"","_transform_rotateX_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateX_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateX_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_rotateY_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_perspective_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translate_popover_hover":"","_transform_translateX_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateX_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateX_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_translateY_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_popover_hover":"","_transform_keep_proportions_hover":"yes","_transform_scale_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scale_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleX_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_scaleY_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skew_popover_hover":"","_transform_skewX_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewX_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewX_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect_hover_tablet":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_skewY_effect_hover_mobile":{"unit":"deg","size":"","sizes":[]},"_transform_flipX_effect_hover":"","_transform_flipY_effect_hover":"","_transform_transition_hover":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"motion_fx_transform_x_anchor_point":"","motion_fx_transform_x_anchor_point_tablet":"","motion_fx_transform_x_anchor_point_mobile":"","motion_fx_transform_y_anchor_point":"","motion_fx_transform_y_anchor_point_tablet":"","motion_fx_transform_y_anchor_point_mobile":"","_background_background":"","_background_color":"","_background_color_stop":{"unit":"%","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_color_b":"#f2295b","_background_color_b_stop":{"unit":"%","size":100,"sizes":[]},"_background_gradient_type":"linear","_background_gradient_angle":{"unit":"deg","size":180,"sizes":[]},"_background_gradient_position":"center center","_background_image":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_image_tablet":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_image_mobile":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_position":"","_background_position_tablet":"","_background_position_mobile":"","_background_xpos":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_xpos_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_xpos_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_ypos":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_ypos_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_ypos_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_attachment":"","_background_repeat":"","_background_repeat_tablet":"","_background_repeat_mobile":"","_background_size":"","_background_size_tablet":"","_background_size_mobile":"","_background_bg_width":{"unit":"%","size":100,"sizes":[]},"_background_bg_width_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_background_bg_width_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_background_video_link":"","_background_video_start":"","_background_video_end":"","_background_play_once":"","_background_play_on_mobile":"","_background_privacy_mode":"","_background_video_fallback":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_slideshow_gallery":[],"_background_slideshow_loop":"yes","_background_slideshow_slide_duration":5000,"_background_slideshow_slide_transition":"fade","_background_slideshow_transition_duration":500,"_background_slideshow_background_size":"","_background_slideshow_background_size_tablet":"","_background_slideshow_background_size_mobile":"","_background_slideshow_background_position":"","_background_slideshow_background_position_tablet":"","_background_slideshow_background_position_mobile":"","_background_slideshow_lazyload":"","_background_slideshow_ken_burns":"","_background_slideshow_ken_burns_zoom_direction":"in","_background_hover_background":"","_background_hover_color":"","_background_hover_color_stop":{"unit":"%","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_color_b":"#f2295b","_background_hover_color_b_stop":{"unit":"%","size":100,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_gradient_type":"linear","_background_hover_gradient_angle":{"unit":"deg","size":180,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_gradient_position":"center center","_background_hover_image":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_hover_image_tablet":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_hover_image_mobile":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_hover_position":"","_background_hover_position_tablet":"","_background_hover_position_mobile":"","_background_hover_xpos":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_xpos_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_xpos_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_ypos":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_ypos_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_ypos_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_attachment":"","_background_hover_repeat":"","_background_hover_repeat_tablet":"","_background_hover_repeat_mobile":"","_background_hover_size":"","_background_hover_size_tablet":"","_background_hover_size_mobile":"","_background_hover_bg_width":{"unit":"%","size":100,"sizes":[]},"_background_hover_bg_width_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_background_hover_bg_width_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_background_hover_video_link":"","_background_hover_video_start":"","_background_hover_video_end":"","_background_hover_play_once":"","_background_hover_play_on_mobile":"","_background_hover_privacy_mode":"","_background_hover_video_fallback":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_background_hover_slideshow_gallery":[],"_background_hover_slideshow_loop":"yes","_background_hover_slideshow_slide_duration":5000,"_background_hover_slideshow_slide_transition":"fade","_background_hover_slideshow_transition_duration":500,"_background_hover_slideshow_background_size":"","_background_hover_slideshow_background_size_tablet":"","_background_hover_slideshow_background_size_mobile":"","_background_hover_slideshow_background_position":"","_background_hover_slideshow_background_position_tablet":"","_background_hover_slideshow_background_position_mobile":"","_background_hover_slideshow_lazyload":"","_background_hover_slideshow_ken_burns":"","_background_hover_slideshow_ken_burns_zoom_direction":"in","_background_hover_transition":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_border_border":"","_border_width":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_width_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_width_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_color":"","_border_radius":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_radius_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_radius_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_box_shadow_box_shadow_type":"","_box_shadow_box_shadow":{"horizontal":0,"vertical":0,"blur":10,"spread":0,"color":"rgba(0,0,0,0.5)"},"_box_shadow_box_shadow_position":" ","_border_hover_border":"","_border_hover_width":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_hover_width_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_hover_width_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_hover_color":"","_border_radius_hover":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_radius_hover_tablet":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_border_radius_hover_mobile":{"unit":"px","top":"","right":"","bottom":"","left":"","isLinked":true},"_box_shadow_hover_box_shadow_type":"","_box_shadow_hover_box_shadow":{"horizontal":0,"vertical":0,"blur":10,"spread":0,"color":"rgba(0,0,0,0.5)"},"_box_shadow_hover_box_shadow_position":" ","_border_hover_transition":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_switch":"","_mask_shape":"circle","_mask_image":{"url":"","id":"","size":""},"_mask_notice":"","_mask_size":"contain","_mask_size_tablet":"","_mask_size_mobile":"","_mask_size_scale":{"unit":"%","size":100,"sizes":[]},"_mask_size_scale_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_size_scale_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_position":"center center","_mask_position_tablet":"","_mask_position_mobile":"","_mask_position_x":{"unit":"%","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_mask_position_x_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_position_x_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_position_y":{"unit":"%","size":0,"sizes":[]},"_mask_position_y_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_position_y_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"_mask_repeat":"no-repeat","_mask_repeat_tablet":"","_mask_repeat_mobile":"","hide_desktop":"","hide_tablet":"","hide_mobile":""},"defaultEditSettings":{"defaultEditRoute":"content"},"elements":[],"widgetType":"text-editor","htmlCache":"\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMembers of the public, our board and distinguished guests gathered at Temple University in Harrisburg for a Reception for Consulate General David Gill​, from the Republic of Germany. Gill provided remarks on the ties between Pennsylvania and Germany that go back decades as well as the state of affairs in Europe. \t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t","editSettings":{"defaultEditRoute":"content","panel":{"activeTab":"content","activeSection":"section_editor"}}}]}
- [Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/humanitarian-crisis-in-ukraine-webinar/) - Watch our webinar for an update on the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. We brought in Tamara Demuria, Chief Humanitarian Officer at Corus International.
- [Sip & Paint Event](https://wacharrisburg.org/sip-paint-event/) - WACH, along with Power Women and The Civic Club of Harrisburg held a Sip & Paint event for the community to socialize and paint in a fun environment.
- [Hot Topics Forum & Annual Meeting: Impeachment of a President](https://wacharrisburg.org/hot-topics-forum-annual-meeting-impeachment-of-a-president/)
- [2020 Summer Intern Spotlights](https://wacharrisburg.org/weekly-intern-spotlight-4/) - Meet our 2020 WACH summer interns and hear about their perspectives on current events.
- [2023 International Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-international-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - Thank you to all those who entered the 2023 International Poetry & Storytelling Competition and Festival at the Civic Club of Harrisburg.
- [Travel Live PA! Harrisburg's Vanished African American Neighborhoods](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-pa-harrisburgs-vanished-african-american-neighborhoods/) - This Travel Live PA webinar looked into Harrisburg's vanished African American neighborhoods.
- [Travel Live! Aruba](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-aruba/) - This time on Travel Live! WACH visited Aruba with Edith Coupland. Watch now! View past travel live episodes here.
- [The Art of Healing](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-art-of-healing/) - Our Art of Healing event showcased local artists and their works. We spoke about the power of art to help with mental health and healing from trauma.
- [Travel Live PA! The Capital Area Greenbelt](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-pa-the-capital-area-greenbelt/) - For this episode of Travel Live PA! we were joined by representatives from the Capital Area Greenbelt Assocation. Travel Live PA is a monthly webinar series.
- [Travel Live PA! Women's History Garden](https://wacharrisburg.org/womens-history-garden/) - For this episode of Travel Live PA! we spoke about the new Women's History Garden at the Civic Club.
- [Travel Live: Travel around the US](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-around-the-us/) - In our recent Travel Live webinar, participants had the privilege of joining us on a virtual journey, exploring the wonders of travel across the United States. This captivating webinar took attendees on an immersive experience, delving into the rich tapestry of destinations, iconic landmarks, and diverse landscapes that make the US a dream destination for
- [Travel Live! Central European Waterways](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-central-european-waterways/) - Join Shoshana Altricher, Mimi Gregory, and Dr. Joyce Davis as they explore the waterways of Slovakia, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and more in one of our Travel Live webinars. Watch the video! Recap: Explore the Waterways of Slovakia, Hungary, and the Czech Republic Travel Live Webinar In our recent Travel Live webinar, participants had the
- [Travel Live PA! - Hershey Park](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-live-pa-hershey-park/) - This Travel Live PA webinar focused on Hershey Park the well known amusement part near Harrisburg, PA
- [2023 Academic WorldQuest](https://wacharrisburg.org/2023-academic-worldquest/) - Congratulations to the Cedar Cliff High School winning team of WACH's 2023 Academc WorldQuest Competition.
- [Kids & Covid Part II : The Vaccine](https://wacharrisburg.org/kids-covid-part-ii-the-vaccine/) - Get your questions about the Covid vaccine for kids answered by healthcare professionals. Watch our Kids & Covid webinar to learn more.
- [Public Health Initiative](https://wacharrisburg.org/public-health-initiative/) - Our public health initiative brings the most important health information to our community.
- [Town Hall for Justice - Gun Violence](https://wacharrisburg.org/town-hall-for-justice-gun-violence/) - Guest speakers and members of the public came together for a town hall about gun violence in Harrisburg; to give a voice to those whose murders remain unsolved.
- [China: The Rise of a SuperPower](https://wacharrisburg.org/an-evening-with-peter-martin/) - "China: The Rise of a Superpower" is a captivating read that delves into the history, politics, and economics of China's transformation into a global powerhouse
- [Explore the Dutch Waterways](https://wacharrisburg.org/dutch-waterways/) - Another installment of our Travel Live! webinar series. Click below to watch Wilfred Muskens, Shoshana Altricher, and Joyce Davis as they discuss Denmark and the upcoming World Affairs Council trip along the Dutch Waterways. - Watch WACH and the Honorary Consul for the Netherlands discuss the upcoming trip along the Dutch waterways and Belgium.
- [Town Hall for Justice](https://wacharrisburg.org/town-hall-for-justice/) - Tuesday, February 15th @ 6 pm Join us at the Nativity School in Harrisburg to discuss gun violence and its effect on Harrisburg.

## Pages

- [Home](https://wacharrisburg.org/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to engaging on global issues with the Harrisburg community.
- [Meet Our Board](https://wacharrisburg.org/about-us/meet-our-board/) - Discover the exceptional individuals driving WACH's vision & success. Meet our board members, a diverse team committed to making a positive impact in Harrisburg
- [Journey FC!](https://wacharrisburg.org/journey-fc/) - Journey FC Join the Journey! Bringing international and intercollegiate soccer to central Pennsylvania! Journey FC is a collaboration between the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and Deno International Education Consultant Who's On the Journey
- [International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-young-leaders-conference/) - The International Young Leaders Conference is an annual conference organized by our summer interns. They delve into the important topics affecting their lives.
- [Intern for WACH!](https://wacharrisburg.org/students/intern/) - Intern for WACH! For More Information Email: margiewwach@gmail.com (2026 Internship Applications CLOSED) WACH offers a summer internship program for high school and college students During our June-August program, students will gain in-depth knowledge of international, national, and local affairs. They will also organize the annual International Young Leaders Conference. Hours are flexible and include visits
- [Contact Us](https://wacharrisburg.org/about-us/contact-us/) - Contact us. Get in touch with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to find out more about what we do and get involved.
- [Youth Resources](https://wacharrisburg.org/students/youth-resources/) - Are you a young person passionate about global affairs? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Then join our Youth Council!
- [Pennsylvania Immigrant Resource Guide](https://wacharrisburg.org/pennsylvania-immigrant-resource-guide/) - Our immigrant resource guide is a comprehensive list of resources to help refugees and immigrants to integrate into Pennsylvania.
- [Academic WorldQuest Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/students/academic-worldquest-competition/) - The Academic WorldQuest competition allows high school students to show off their knowledge in a fun competative team setting.
- [Become a Member](https://wacharrisburg.org/become-a-member/) - Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg become a member of a vibrant community dedicated to global education, cultural exchange, & impactful discussions.
- [Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/programs/great-decisions-lecture-series/) - The Great Decisons Lecture Series is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. Learn from subject matter experts on the top issues of the year.
- [Travel the World with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-with-wach/) - Want to Travel with Us? We are excited to partner with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia to offer you incredible travel opportunities. The Council, renowned for its extensive connections and expertise in global affairs, brings you once-in-a-lifetime journeys that will broaden your horizons and create lasting memories. Visit their website to learn more. Learn
- [About Us](https://wacharrisburg.org/about-us/) - Discover the world with us. We offer educational programs, events, and travel opportunities for all, with a focus on engaging youth.
- [Our Latest Newsletter](https://wacharrisburg.org/our-latest-newsletter/) - View an archive of all our past emails and newsletters.
- [International Poetry & Storytelling Competition & Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/international-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - Each year WACH celebrates MLK Jr's legacy through a poetry & storytelling competition. High school students are encouraged to enter a piece on each year's topic
- [Programs](https://wacharrisburg.org/programs/) - WACH offers a variety of programs throughout the year from conferences to smaller speaker sessions. Learn more today.
- [Corporate Memberships](https://wacharrisburg.org/corporate-membership/) - Become a corporate sponsor of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg to elevate your brand and support global education in Central Pennsylvania.
- [Become a WACH Sustaining Institution](https://wacharrisburg.org/become-a-wach-sustaining-institution/) - Become a WACH Sustaining Institution The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is now offering a “Sustainable Institution” membership to Central Pennsylvania organizations, colleges, and universities that want to host events and support global affairs in Harrisburg! Please email wacharrisburg@gmail.com if you are interested in becoming a sustainable institution. Why Become a Sustaining Institution? Exclusive Event
- [Individual Memberships](https://wacharrisburg.org/individual-memberships/) - Become a member of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg. Your membership helps promote global understanding and education throughout our region.
- [Membership Registration](https://wacharrisburg.org/membership-registration/) - Become a WACH member by registering using our Membership Registration form.
- [Annual Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/conferences/annual-peace-symposium/) - Annual International Peace Symposium To commemorate the tragedy of September 11, 2001, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg holds an annual International Peace Symposium and presents “Peacemaker in Our Midst” awards to local leaders who are advocates for peace in our community. The WACH International Peace Symposium is an important event that brings together people
- [Next Gen PA](https://wacharrisburg.org/next-gen-pa-podcast/) - Tired of the same old takes? Young leaders of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg dive deep into the critical Pennsylvania issues impacting our community. Expect insightful discussions, interviews, and healthy debate.
- [Journal of International Thought](https://wacharrisburg.org/journal-of-international-thought/) - Journal of International Thought The Journal of International Thought is a collection of our summer interns’ writings. The journal is an opportunity for our interns to reflect on their experiences and share their perspectives with the wider community, while also providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing emerging professionals in today’s rapidly-changing landscape.
- [Student Programs](https://wacharrisburg.org/students/) - WACH has many student programs avaliable throughout the year; from our summer internship to competitions there are plenty of ways to get involved.
- [Artists Initiative](https://wacharrisburg.org/artists-initiative/) - Introducing our Artists Initiative, a series of events held throughout the year that celebrate the richness of local and international artistry.
- [Alumni Network](https://wacharrisburg.org/alumni-network/) - Join the WACH Intern Alumni Network Connect with World Affairs Council of Harrisburg interns around the Join Here Benefits of the Alumni Network Networking Network with like-minded young leaders at networking events and through our facebook group who will offer their guidance as you navigate through the beginnings of your career or college career Professional
- [Annual Report](https://wacharrisburg.org/annual-report/) - Read our annual reports to learn what we've been up to at the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg.
- [Public Health Initiative](https://wacharrisburg.org/public-health-initiative/) - Explore our public health initiative: expert-led webinars for a healthier community. Past and upcoming events included.
- [Covid-19 Events & Webinars](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-events-webinars/) - Covid-19 Events The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is committed to bringing the most up-to-date and truthful information surrounding Covid-19 and vaccines. We hold regular webinars where we bring in the experts to discuss the issues and answer your questions. Further down this page you will see any events we have coming up dealing with
- [WACH Talks Podcast](https://wacharrisburg.org/wach-talks-podcast/) - Welcome to WACH Talks – the podcast that brings the world to your ears! Join us as we dive into the dynamic discussions and captivating conversations from our live speaker events and forums.
- [Community Volunteer Opportunities](https://wacharrisburg.org/community-volunteer-opportunities/) - Discover local volunteer opportunities in our community. Make a positive impact by exploring and engaging with meaningful causes.
- [2024 Human Rights Film Screening Registration](https://wacharrisburg.org/2024-human-rights-film-screening-registration/) - Fill out my LGL Form!
- [Home - Copy](https://wacharrisburg.org/home-copy/) - 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. About Us Become a Member No event found! View Full Calendar Community Discourse Starts Here. The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit
- [Zoom Landing Page](https://wacharrisburg.org/homepage/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-join-us/) - Welcome to The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Connecting Harrisburg to the World and Bringing the World to Harrisburg. Sign up for our Newsletter Learn More about What We Do From mental health to international affairs we have programs and events for everyone. Can’t wait to see you at our next event! Our Programs We
- [Global Scholars Certificate Program for High School Students](https://wacharrisburg.org/global-scholars-certificate/) - The Global Scholars is a certificate program for globally minded high school students who are interested in deepening their knowledge of international affairs.
- [Travel Live Videos!](https://wacharrisburg.org/travel-with-wach/travel-live-videos/) - Our Travel Live! webinar series lets you travel the world all from the comfort of your home. Hear from experts & those who have traveled to these distinations.
- [Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/torch-awards/) - The Annual Torch Awards Every year, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg honors individuals and organizations that have demonstrated the highest ideals of tolerance, and appreciation of diverse cultures, peoples, languages, and lands, and promotes global understanding. The 2025 Torch Awards The 2025 Torch Awards • May 27, 2025 On May 22nd, the World Affairs
- [WAC Harrisburg COVID-19 Vaccine Initiative](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-resources/) - Covid-19 Information WACH has partnered with Temple University to bring you the information to keep you and your loved ones safe during this pandemic Common Symptoms of Covid-19 These are the most common symptoms associated with Covid-19 Fever A dry cough New loss of taste or smell Shortness of breath Headache Body aches and/or chills
- [Privacy Policy](https://wacharrisburg.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy World Affairs Councils of America is hereinafter referred to as "WACH" WACH is committed to maintaining robust privacy protections for its users. Our Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) is designed to help you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us and to assist you in making informed decisions
- [Interns Sandbox Page](https://wacharrisburg.org/interns-sandbox-page/)
- [The Interns Podcast](https://wacharrisburg.org/the-interns-podcast/) - Listen to The Interns Podcast created by our summer interns. Each episode covers a different topic ranging from Covid-19 to the abortion debate.
- [Join Us Today!](https://wacharrisburg.org/join-us/) - Join a community passionate about global education and cultural exchange. Get exclusive access to discussions and travel as a WACH member.
- [Supporting and Sustaining Organizations](https://wacharrisburg.org/about-us/sustaining-and-supporting-organizations/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is thankful to our supporting and sustaining organizations who help make all of our events and programs possible.
- [Youth Voices](https://wacharrisburg.org/youth-voices/) - Together, we can Build a world where all youth are heard Read More Our Impact We’ve worked on improving the lives of over 25,000 young people through direct practice. Young people from different backgrounds have a huge impact on us and all our activities. They highlight those parts of the society that are broken, so
- [Vaccination Events](https://wacharrisburg.org/covid-19-resources/vaccination-events/) - Community Health Initiative Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics WACH is on a mission to defeat COVID! Get people vaccinated! Save lives! Thanks for some strong partners in the fight! Broad Street Market - September 11, 2021 Hispanic Heritage Festival - September 18, 2021 Highspire United Methodist Church - February 19, 2022. Partner organizations: Derry Street Pharmacy &
- [Youth Arts Competition 2021](https://wacharrisburg.org/youth-arts-competition-2021/) - During the pandemic, WACH held a youth arts competition for local students in middle and high school. They were tasked with creating a piece of art that promotes vaccination within their community.
- [2021 Intern Journal](https://wacharrisburg.org/2021-intern-journal/) - Read the Journal Here
- [Conferences](https://wacharrisburg.org/conferences/) - Conferences Annual Peace Symposium International Women's Conference
- [Our Programs](https://wacharrisburg.org/our-programs/) - Explore our year-round programs & conferences at the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg. Engage with global issues & experts, fostering a more interconnected world.
- [Speakers Bureau](https://wacharrisburg.org/about-us/speakers-bureau/) - The Speakers Bureau The Speakers Bureau consists of leaders and associates of The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg who are widely respected in their fields of expertise, and who are committed to helping Americans better understand their place in the global arena. They have the highest endorsement of the Council and are willing to speak

## Events

- [China Town Hall: The US-China Technology Race and AI](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/china-town-hall-u-s-china-economic-relations/) - 📍Elizabethtown College, High Auditorium for Collaborative Learning, Steinman Hall ⏰ 12:30 PM Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for an in-depth town hall event on U.S.-China relations, featuring Kendra Schaefer, partner at Beijing-based policy consultancy Trivium China, where she leads the company’s Tech Policy Division. She heads a team of analysts who keep investors,
- [International Women’s Conference and Fashion Show ](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-womens-forum/) - 📍Capital Blue Cross Theater, Central Penn College, 600 Valley Road, Summerdale, PA 17093 📅 March 28th, 2026 ⏰ 2:00 - 5:00 PM Celebrate unity with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg during International Women’s Month with our annual women’s conference with the theme: Her Voice Matters: From Every Corner of the Globe This exciting event features:
- [Great Decisions: The Future of Human Rights and International Law](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-the-future-of-human-rights-and-international-law/) - Join Dr. Jose de Arimateia da Cruz, Research Professor, US Army War College, to discuss The Future of Human Rights and International Law at our last Great Decisions discussion of the year! As democracy and human rights retreat globally—and the U.S. pulls back—how can civil society and legal norms remain effective in a divided world?
- [State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/state-of-black-health/)
- [Great Decisions: Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-multilateral-institutions-in-a-changing-world-order/) - 2026 Great Decisions Lecture SeriesMultilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a timely virtual lecture with Juliette Tolay, Assistant Dean for Global Engagement at Penn State Harrisburg, as part of the 2026 Great Decisions Lecture Series. As global power dynamics shift and nationalism rises, the future of
- [Great Decisions: Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-ruptured-alliances-and-the-risk-of-nuclear-proliferation/) - The Trump Administration has pursued a national security strategy that prioritizes America First interests. As part of that strategy, the Trump Administration has demanded that U.S. allies and partners assume a greater share of the burden for regional conventional defense and internal security. This strategy risks creating security dilemmas for U.S. allies and partners. That
- [Great Decisions: U.S. Engagement of Africa](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-u-s-engagement-of-africa/) - 2026 Great Decisions Lecture SeriesU.S. Engagement with Africa The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg invites you to a virtual Great Decisions lecture featuring Dr. Ali Dinar, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. Africa’s geopolitical importance is rapidly expanding, reshaping global diplomacy, economics, and security. In this lecture, Dr.
- [Great Decisions: America and the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-america-and-the-world-trump-2-0-foreign-policy/) - 2026 Great Decisions Lecture SeriesAmerica & the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy The return of President Donald Trump marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, challenging nearly eight decades of American global leadership. Emphasizing an “America First” approach, the Trump 2.0 administration raises critical questions about U.S. engagement abroad, alliance commitments, and America’s long-term
- [Great Decisions: Ukraine and the Future of European Security](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-ukraine-and-the-future-of-european-security/) - With reduced U.S. support for NATO and Ukraine, Europe faces strategic uncertainty. The Trump administration has signaled an intention to reduce its security role in Europe. What are America’s stakes in NATO and Europe’s strategic dilemmas, and how might Europe respond? Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a timely and thought-provoking discussion with
- [Great Decisions: Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-trump-tariffs-and-the-future-of-the-world-economy/) - Join the World Affairs Council for a timely and thought-provoking virtual discussion with Dr. Sanjay Paul, Associate Professor of Economics at Elizabethtown College, as part of our 2026 Great Decisions Lecture Series. President Trump’s aggressive trade and tariff policies have disrupted long-standing global economic norms and reshaped international relationships. What is the rationale behind this
- [2026 Great Decisions Opening Session: China and the US!](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2026-great-decisions-opening-session-china-and-the-us/) - Created by the Foreign Policy Association, Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs, bringing communities together to explore the most pressing global issues of our time. We kick off the 2026 Great Decisions series with an in-depth discussion on U.S.–China Relations, taking place just after the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg (WACH)
- [The State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-black-health-3/) - Register HERE February 3rd, 6:00 PM | Highmark Camp Hill Panelists: Dr. Bernadatte Gilbert, MD, Family Medicine, Penn State Health Dr. Sharee Livingston, DO, Chair, ObGyn Department, UPMC Lititz Dr. Joseph Thomas, DO, MBA, Dr. Thomas Family Practice Victoria Francois, MPH, Penn State College of Medicine, DrPH Candidate
- [Absalom Jones Contest - the Union of Black Episcopalians](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/absalom-jones-contest-the-union-of-black-episcopalians/) - 26-hma-absalom-jones-event-scholarship-packet-v3aDownload
- [Travel Live! China](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-china/) - Join us for a discussion on WACH’s recent trip to China, where we engaged with Chinese educators, officials, and global professionals to explore how Harrisburg can strengthen its connections with China. Confirmed panelists include: Confirmed panelists include: Dr. John Sygielski, President, HACC Dr. Joyce Davis, President, WACH Mary Gabriele, Program Manager, WACH Cole Goodman, Outreach
- [2026 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/mlk-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - This annual event celebrates Martin Luther King Jr's legacy through spoken word. The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg consistently recognizes the importance and significance of Martin Luther King Jr Day, and fosters community engagement through its annual celebration of the occasion. Each year, this organization brings together a diverse group of talented and passionate individuals,
- [Free Dinner Church Service](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/free-dinner-church-service/) - Gather with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg, Grace United Methodist Church, and New Branches Ministries on November 15th to break bread with friends and community members! Register Here: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/wacharrisburg/community-dinner-church
- [Travel Live! Stockholm, Sweden](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-stockholm-sweden/) - Join WACH President Dr. Joyce Davis and WACH Program Manager Mary Gabriele to discuss Mary's recent adventure volunteering in Stockholm, Sweden! Learn about: Affordable ways to travel after college Volunteering abroad Swedish culture Things to do in Stockholm Solo traveling! This event will be livestreamed on Facebook and as a webinar on Zoom. Register Here:
- [Workshop on Helping Immigrant Communities](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/workshop-on-helping-immigrant-communities/) - How can we help our friends, family, and neighbors? Join us for an evening of learning and collaboration focused on supporting immigrant communities in Central Pennsylvania. This free workshop will provide practical tools, trusted resources, and community connections to help you make a difference. 📅 Date & Time: Tuesday, October 22nd, 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Location:
- [First Annual Pennsylvania Health Forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/first-annual-pennsylvania-health-forum/) - 📅 October 23th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 📍Highmark Camp Hill,1800 Center St, Camp Hill, PA 17089 Get tickets: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/wacharrisburg/pennsylvania-health-forum Join us for the 2025 Pennsylvania Health Forum, a vital conversation on the pressing health issues impacting our communities. This year’s program will spotlight three key areas: heart health, advances in cancer research, and mental
- [International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-peace-symposium/) - REGISTER HERE Join us for the 2025 WACH International Peace Symposium, a full-day event dedicated to dialogue, action, and building a more peaceful world. This year, we are proud to partner with Bellwether International for a special installment of their Engage America series, “Disrupting the Cycle of Genocide.” Bellwether CEO Rachel Miner will join a
- [Impact PA Forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/impact-pa-forum/) - Join community leaders, advocates, and concerned citizens to ask our representatives about their votes on the federal tax bill, which includes tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations and historic cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and other vital programs. On July 31st, join Affordable Pennsylvania and our partners at a public forum at Kareem's Mission to Join community leaders, advocates, and concerned citizens to ask our representatives about their votes on the federal tax bill, which includes tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations and historic cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and other vital programs. On July 31st, join Affordable Pennsylvania and our partners at a public forum at Kareem's Mission to
- [Back to the Future: Repeating History or Rewriting It?](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/back-to-the-future-repeating-history-or-rewriting-it/) - International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair 2025 🗓 August 6, 2025 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Central Penn College, Capital Blue Cross Theater Join tomorrow’s changemakers at the 2025 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair, a full-day event bringing together students, educators, professionals, and policy leaders to examine how history, technology,
- [Evening With International Authors](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/evening-with-international-authors/) - Do you want to write a book? Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for an evening of discussion, guidance, and tips from Harrisburg authors. Discover what it's really like to write a book from authors who've lived the journey. This forum brings together published authors from around the world to share their experience writing
- [Travel Live! Québec](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-quebec/) - On July 11th at 2:00 PM WACH is hosting a Travel Live! Québec with Québec Delegate General, David Brulotte JoinWACH on Zoom, Facebook Live, or Youtube Live to discuss everything Québec has to offer and learn about US - Canada relations. Zoom Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85401239159
- [2025 Torch of Global Enlightenment Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2025-torch-of-global-enlightenment-awards/) - Every year, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg honors individuals and organizations that have demonstrated the highest ideals of tolerance, and appreciation of diverse cultures, peoples, languages, and lands, and promotes global understanding.
- [International Women's Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-womens-festival/) - Join us 2-5 p.m. Sunday, March 23 for an exciting time of learning and fun! Register NOW! https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/wacharrisburg/2025-international-women-s-festival
- [AI and American National Security - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/ai-and-american-national-security-great-decisions/) - The AI revolution is the leading edge of a larger high-tech revolution which promises to transform the world. Experts argue that international cooperation is needed to expand the opportunities these new technologies hold while protecting societies from their dangers. What are the key policy debates in this area, and what are the opportunities and limits
- [The Future of NATO and European Security - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-future-of-nato-and-european-security-great-decisions/) - European security is more uncertain than it has been for decades. Putin’s Russia has launched a war with Ukraine on its doorstep, and America’s uncertain role as leader of NATO and security provider has been called into question with the failure of Congress to pass supplemental military support for Ukraine. What are Europe’s options, and
- [International Cooperation on Climate Change - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-cooperation-on-climate-change-great-decisions/) - The 2015 Paris Agreement established a UN-sponsored framework for negotiations on climate change and global warming. In subsequent COP meetings, experts and political leaders have come together seeking common cause for this growing global crisis. What is the future of these efforts, and what have they yielded? What is the U.S. role in fostering cooperation
- [US - China Relations - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/us-china-relations-great-decisions/) - Washington’s relations with Beijing have reached an ominous low ebb. Both American political parties have identified China as the country’s preeminent geopolitical challenger and, in the eyes of many, a systemic threat. What is driving this deterioration of Sino-American relations, and what are America’s strategic options in the face of Chinese power and ambition?
- [EVENT CHANGE! The State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-black-health-25/) - Due to weather issues, the forum will be a Zoom webinar -- not at the Highmark Blue Cross Building in Camp Hill, Pal Panelists:Dr. Sharee Livingston - Women's HealthJames Williams - Men's HealthDr. Janet Passley-Clarke - Health DisparitiesSpeaker TBA - Mental Health Thank You Sponsor: Register Fill out my LGL Form!
- [2025 MLK International Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2025-mlk-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - This year's theme is "We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope." Join us for an evening of spoken word performances from local artists and student participants. We will announce the winners of this year's high school writing competition. Register for the Festival
- [American Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Taking Stock and Looking Ahead - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/american-foreign-policy-in-the-middle-east-taking-stock-and-looking-ahead-great-decisions/) - The war in Gaza has brought the region to a crossroads. What are the possible outcomes of the war, and how might the United States use its influence to shape a long-term settlement that leaves both Israel and the Palestinians in a better position? How might Arab states in the wider region be brought into
- [India: Between China, the West, and the Global South - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/india-between-china-the-west-and-the-global-south-great-decisions/) - India is an emerging major power in world affairs, occupying a pivotal position between China, the United States, and the Global South. Its population size, economy, and geopolitical location ensure that it will be an influential voice in debates and political struggles over global order. What are India’s choices and opportunities for regional and global
- [U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/u-s-changing-leadership-of-the-world-economy-great-decisions/) - Under President Biden, the U.S. has advanced new ideas about trade, technology, industrial policy, competition with China, and the organization of the world economy. For most of the postwar era, the U.S. has tied its global leadership to cooperative agendas aimed at creating a more open-world trading system, but that has apparently come to an
- [American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/american-foreign-policy-at-a-crossroads-great-decisions/) - This chapter will explore the contours of the U.S. foreign policy debate as it plays out in a world of multiple and escalating crises and domestic polarization. This will be an in-person event at Temple University Harrisburg. Buy Tickets iThe first Great Decisions discussion will be in person at Temple University Harrisburg, 234 Strawberry Square,
- [2025 Academic WorldQuest](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2025-academic-worldquest/) - The Central Pennsylvania Academic WorldQuest competition will take place on March 29th at Elizabethtown College. Get your team ready and we will see you there for an exciting day of quizzing! View The Study Guide More Info about AWQ & Register a Team
- [Human Rights Film Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/human-rights-film-festival/) - Our next screening of the Human Rights Film Festival will take place on December 10th @ 6pm at Central Penn College. This is a FREE Event, open to the public. An interactive virtual discussion will follow the screening of Gas Station or The Pigeons of Lahore with the filmmaker Dr. Thomas Sideris and partnering organizations
- [An Evening with the Artist: Mohsen (Mike) Matter](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/an-evening-with-the-artist-mohsen-mike-matter/) - Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating the creativity and talent of Mohsen Matter, an acclaimed Egyptian-American award-winning domestic and international Fine Artist. Mohsen's love for his country and all people can be deeply felt in every brushstroke and his unique mixing of colors. This event promises to be an inspiring celebration of art and
- [2024 International Peace Symposium: Avoiding Armageddon](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2024-international-peace-symposium-avoiding-armageddon/) - 2024 International Peace Symposium will be Saturday, Sept. 21. This year’s theme, "Avoiding Armageddon: Paths to Peace at Home and Abroad," underscores the urgent need for collective action and thoughtful dialogue in these challenging times.
- [14th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/14th-annual-hispanic-heritage-festival/)
- [Mental Health Equity in PA](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/mental-health-equity-in-pa/) - Highmark and The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg host a special forum on Mental Health Equity in PA to explore the issues related to the mental health crisis and its impact on disparate communities in the commonwealth. Doors open at 5:30pm with the panel discussion starting at 6pm.
- [Exploring International Careers in the U.S. Government](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/exploring-international-careers-in-the-u-s-government/) - This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. Looking to take your career global? Perhaps you’re a recent grad or a mid-career professional seeking to develop meaningful international connections while living and working abroad. Navigating the numerous options for international careers in the U.S. government can be both exciting and overwhelming. To
- [Global Security Forum 2024](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/global-security-forum-2024/) - September 20 | Hartford, CT The 2024 Global Security Forum (GSF) is a leading global summit that brings together the world’s top leaders and experts in cutting-edge conversations on the most critical security concerns we face and the Power Plays that will decide our future. Our future is about alliances, adversaries, and partnerships.
- [Refugee Health & Resource Fair](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/refugee-health-resource-fair/) - The International Service Center (ISC) is hosting a Refugee Health and Resources Fair on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Cooper Student Center of the Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) in Harrisburg, PA, from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. The primary purpose of this Refugee Health and Resources Fair is to increase the awareness of
- [International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-young-leaders-conference/) - Join us on August 7th at Central Penn College for the International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair. This free event features expert panels on global peace, migration, and community building, along with networking and career opportunities.
- [Candles on the Water](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/candles-on-the-water/) - The annual "Candles on the Water" event, is held to remember the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It will be held at Market Square Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Second St., Harrisburg on Sunday, August 11 at 6:45 p.m.After music, prayers and a Keynote speaker, we will walk to the river in silence
- [Travel Live! Prague](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-prague/) - Join WACH President Dr. Joyce M. Davis & travel consultant Shoshana Altricther to discuss our upcoming trip to Prague, Czechia. Register to join us via Zoom or watch the stream on our Facebook page. Travel To Prague with WACH Embark on a journey with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg this October to Prague for
- [Hear Their Voices: Students Speakout Against Racism in Our Schools](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/hear-their-voices-students-speakout-against-racism-in-our-schools/) - Students, parents, and teachers will share their concerns over the atmosphere in the Central Dauphin School District, including concerns about racism, guns, and bullying. PennLive’s Editorial Board, the PA Media Group’s DE & I Committee, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, and the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg are partners in the forum.
- [2024 Torch Awards Ceremony](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2024-torch-awards-ceremony/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg presents its 2024 Torch Awards on May 22nd at Harrisburg University. Each year, we honor individuals and organizations that have demonstrated the highest ideals of tolerance, appreciation of diverse cultures, peoples, languages, and lands and promotes global understanding. Their high achievements in advancing civil rights and overcoming obstacles of
- [Forum with Ambassador Michael Polt - "The Future of Diplomacy"](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/forum-with-ambassador-michael-polt/) - Join us at Millersville University for a forum with Ambassador Michael Polt on February 13th. He will be speaking on the "Future of Diplomacy".
- [Understanding Indonesia - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/understanding-indonesia/) - Despite its large size, Indonesia remains virtually invisible to most Americans. But as one of the world’s largest democracies, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, and as an economic driver of ASEAN, why does it fly below the radar? What are current issues in U.S.-Indonesian relations, and what role can the country play in Asia? Guest
- [The State of Women's Health: Global Perspectives](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-womens-day-event/) - Ensuring equitable healthcare for women from puberty to menopause remains a global challenge. This forum will bring together healthcare professionals to discuss comprehensive healthcare across all life stages, aiming to improve health and well-being for all women. Join us at Highmark Blue Shield in Camp Hill for this free event on International Women’s Day. Panelists:
- [US/China Trade Rivalry - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/us-china-trade-rivalry/) - China’s economic rise and its current policies of increasing the role of the state in the economy have led some U.S. policymakers to seek to deny China access to U.S. technology and investment. This is seen as a necessary corrective to decades of predatory Chinese economic policies. Is this a wise strategy, and how effective
- [2024 International Women's Luncheon Forum & Fashion Show](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2024-international-womens-luncheon-forum-fashion-show/) - Women of the world share their knowledge, talent and beauty at the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's 2024 International Women's Conference! This exciting event features: Luncheon forum: Gain valuable insights and engage in discussions about women's health in Pennsylvania. Fashion show: Immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase of diverse cultural expressions through an international fashion show. This
- [Science Across Borders - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/science-across-borders/) - Scientific advances benefit from collaboration between researchers, but what happens when material, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) is controversial and important to a nation’s national security? Is there a middle ground between sharing information and denying access? How can we regulate cooperation? Guest Speaker: Heather Ashby, Senior Strategy and Management Consultant with Corner Alliance
- [Iftar Dinner & Film Screening](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/iftar-dinner-film-screening/) - Join us in Gibble Auditorium for a special screening of "The Muddy River Of Baasim," a film about finding one's place in a violent and weary world, presented in partnership with The Bowers Writers House, The Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding, The Center for Community and Civic Engagement, and The World Affairs Council of
- [Climate Technology & Competition - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/climate-technology/) - Will the United States and China, with other powerful countries following suit, approach current and future climate initiatives with an increased commitment to trade protectionism and nationalism, by various measures including trade restrictions? Or could a growing spirit of international accord develop to confront the “common enemy” of climate change? Guest Speaker: Michael Meyer PhD
- [Promoting Peace & Reconciliation in Bhutan](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/promoting-peace-reconciliation-in-bhutan/) - Join us for an eye-opening virtual event as we delve into the captivating and crucial global developments surrounding Bhutan. Uncover the startling claim by China, asserting ownership of 20% of Bhutanese territory and the alleged construction of illegal settlements. We will be joined by Suraj Budathoki of Peace Initiative Bhutan, who will provide unique perspectives
- [The State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-black-health-2/) - Join us for an insightful and empowering discussion on the current state of Black health in America. This Black History Month event, held at Highmark, will explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by the Black community in achieving optimal health and well-being. We will be shortly announcing our full line up of speakers.
- [Pandemic Preparedness - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/pandemic-preparedness/) - Looking back at the covid-19 pandemic, there are many lessons to take away in terms of domestic and international policies. Although this pandemic seems to have waned, how can we apply these lessons to future pandemics? Will countries cooperate, and will a consensus emerge on how to manage global health challenges? Guest Speaker: Dr. Jose
- [Academic WorldQuest Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/academic-worldquest-competition-2/) - This year's regional Academic WorldQuest competition will take place March 16th with teams from several Harrisburg region schools taking part. The winning team will represent our region at the National Competition in Washington DC in April. If you are interested in registering a team to compete visit our Academic WorldQuest page for more information.
- [Wake Up America: An Evening with Dr. Keisha Blain, Ruth Richardson, & Taifa Smith](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/wake-up-america-an-evening-with-dr-keisha-blain-ruth-richardson-taifa-smith/) - The Midtown Scholar Bookstore is honored to welcome renowned scholars Dr. Keisha Blain, Ruth Richardson, and Taifa Smith Butler for a conversation and signing on Blain’s new anthology, Wake Up America: Black Women on the Future of Democracy. The authors will be in conversation with Dickinson College Professor Say Burgin. This event is free and
- [NATO's Future - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/nato-future/) - Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has come under increased scrutiny, not because NATO troops are involved in the conflict, but because of its role in relations between Russia and its neighbors. Will expanding membership in NATO protect countries, or will it further provoke Russia? Guest
- [Mideast Realignment - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/mideast-realignment-great-decisions/) - The first of our Great Decisions Lecture series focuses on Mideast Realignment. With Brian Katulis, Middle East Institute, offering his expert opinion and answering your questions. The United States and Middle East are at a crossroads. In spite of a reduced presence in the Middle East, the U.S. still has significant national interests there and
- [High Seas Treaty - Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/high-seas-treaty/) - Areas of the seas beyond national jurisdiction comprise the high seas, which are facing a degradation of ecosystems due to climate change and the increase in human activities, such as shipping, overfishing, pollution, and deep-sea mining. The recently negotiated High Seas Treaty, also known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction treaty, will attempt to address
- [Women's Health Seminar](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/womens-health-seminar/) - Our partner organization Power Women is holding a women's health seminar focusing on Menopause & Thyroid Problems. Embrace the strength that comes from knowledge! At POWER, we're thrilled to announce a special seminar dedicated to "Women's Health with a special focus on Thyroid as well as the Journey through Menopause. The signs, symptoms, long-term effects,
- [Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra's Stirring Strings](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/harrisburg-symphony-orchestras-stirring-strings/) - Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra presents the première of a new work for string quartet and chamber orchestra by GRAMMYnominated composer Anna Clyne, featuring the acclaimed Dalí Quartet. Also on the program are Tchaikovsky’s passionate and roiling fantasy after Shakespeare’s The Tempest. We complete the program with Dmitri Shostakovich’s extraordinary sixth symphony, a veritable whirlwind of conflicts and
- [Dinner & Worship Service](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/dinner-worship-service/) - This community event is hosted by New Branches Ministry You are welcome to join us for the monthly community dinner and worship service at The Nativity School of Harrisburg, 2101 N. 5th St., Harrisburg -- 6 p.m. Saturday. We lift prayers for parents, students and faculty, as well as the Harrisburg community. Email Pastor Russell
- [Even War Has Rules: An Introduction to Humanitarian Law](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/even-war-has-rules-an-introduction-to-humanitarian-law/) - The American Red Cross, Widener Commonwealth Law School and the Federal Bar Association are partnering to host a special presentation of Even War Has Rules on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 4-6pm in the Widener Commonwealth Law School Auditorium. Even War Has Rules is a dynamic discussion of International Humanitarian Law and how it governs armed conflict. It will
- [Academic WorldQuest National Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/academic-worldquest-national-competition/) - Winning teams are invited to represent their high school, city, and local Council during the national AWQ championship weekend, which includes the competition, unique programming planned to enhance the global education experience, and an opportunity to meet and engage with approximately 250 like-minded peers from around the United States. Nearly 5,000 students compete in AWQ
- [MLK Day Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/mlk-day-poetry-storytelling-festival-2/) - Join us for an evening of inspiration and creativity at the MLK Day Poetry & Storytelling Festival, happening on Jan 15 at 6pm at the Civic Club of Harrisburg.
- [2024 MLK Poetry & Storytelling Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2024-mlk-poetry-storytelling-competition/) - High school students can submit their writings for the 2024 MLK Poetry & Storytelling topic: A Call for Peace: A Time to Break Silence before January 5th.
- [Praying for Peace](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/praying-for-peace/) - Interfaith Leaders in Pennsylvania Pray for Suffering People in the Middle East, Ukraine, Sudan and around the world. This unique gathering seeks to transcend religious boundaries, fostering unity and compassion in the face of global challenges. This event serves as a beacon of hope, promoting the idea that, regardless of our differences, we can come
- [Hot Topics Spotlight: The War in Sudan](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/hot-topics-spotlight-the-war-in-sudan/) - Join us for an important webinar on the situation in Sudan. We are joined by Andrew Lentz Office Director in the Africa Bureau’s Office of Sudan and South Sudan Affairs in the State Department. Register now to attend this webinar.
- [War in the Middle East: What's Next for the World?](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/war-in-the-middle-east-whats-next-for-the-world/) - Register now to hear from our expert speakers on the situation in the Middle East and its implications for the US and the world. October 26 @ 6pm via Zoom We have a stellar lineup of speakers:Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh - International Affairs Professor at Harrisburg UniversityDr. Mirielle Rebeiz - chair of Middle East Studies at
- [State of Mental Health: The Military](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/state-of-mental-health-the-military/) - Experts say the nation is facing a mental health crisis in the post pandemic era, and the military has not been spared. Members of the armed services and their families face intense pressures even in normal times. This forum will explore the impact of the mental health crisis on the American militiary and how it's
- [*Postponed* Dinner with the Pakistani Ambassador](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/dinner-with-the-pakistani-ambassador/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg hosts a special Ambassador's Dinner with Mahsood Khan, Pakitani Ambassador to the United States. Ambassador Khan will discuss current global events and provide updates on issues in Pakistan.
- [*Postponed* The State of The American Worker](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-the-american-worker-dinner-with-kevin-cassidy/) - Kevin Cassidy from the International Labour Organization will be speaking at a dinner event on The State of the American Worker on October 10, 2023.
- [Youth Council Meeting](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/youth-council-meeting-2/) - Get ready for an enlightening evening at our upcoming Youth Council meeting on Monday, October 16th, starting at 5pm. Speakers will be announced soon! If you are interested in joining our Youth Council let us know!
- [Peace and Justice in PA](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/peace-and-justice-in-pa/) - “Peace and Justice in PA” is part of PA Media Group’s “live journalism” event series and will examine PA’s current state of affairs around diversity, equity and inclusion.
- [Breaking the Cycle Breakfast](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/breaking-the-cycle-breakfast/) - Celebrate the Nativity School and its commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty for low income, inner-city boys by providing a comprehensive education and continues to provide educational and support services throughout high school and college. Speaker: Cliff Floyd - Former Harrisburg Senator, World Series Chamption, Baseball Analyst
- [Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration/) - Join us for the 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration! This exciting event will be held at The Civic Club of Harrisburg
- [2023 WACA National Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2023-waca-national-conference/) - The WACA 2023 National Conference will take place November 14-17 in Washington DC. This year's theme is Building the World of Tomorrow.
- [2023 International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2023-international-peace-symposium/) - This year's International Peace Symposium's topic is "The Future of Peace" and will feature Dr. Michael Yaffe, Vice President, United States Institute of Peace as a keynote speaker on "Working Toward a World without War". Panel 1: The Future of World PeaceDr. Sanjay Paul - Global Economic DividesDr. Mehdi Noorbaksh - The Middle EastDr. Kirsten
- [Youth Council Meeting](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/youth-council-meeting/) - Calling all young people who want to get involved in WACH events and organization. Join our the WACH Youth Council and have the chance to discuss topical issues with likeminded students, attend speaker events, and help organize our calendar events. Meetings will be held virtually every month.
- [International Young Leader's Conference & Career Fair](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-young-leaders-conference-career-fair/) - Join us at the International Young Leaders Conference, where we empower young minds to reshape the world! 🌍 At this year's conference, we delve into the thought-provoking theme of "The Value of A Life." The conference will consist of two panels: Global Perspectives & Closer to Home. PANEL 1: Global Perspectives Topics include:Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh
- [The State of Mental Health: The Elderly](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-mental-health-the-elderly/) - Join us on July 17th at Millersville University for a free forum on mental health and the elderly. This free forum aims to shed light on the unique challenges faced by senior citizens in maintaining their mental well-being and to explore strategies for promoting positive mental health among this vulnerable population. By bringing together doctors,
- [The State of Mental Health: Race, Culture & Identity](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-mental-health-race-culture-identity/) - This forum will examine the issues at play for black & brown communities as they struggle with the mental health crisis gripping our nation.
- [2023 Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2023-torch-awards/) - The Torch Awards recognize individuals & organizations in Central PA who exemplify the highest ideals of cultural tolerance, diversity, & global understanding.
- [Red Rose Foundation Iftar Dinner](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/red-rose-foundation-iftar-dinner/) - Join the Red Rose Foundation and the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for an Iftar Dinner.
- [2023 International Women's Conference & Fashion Show](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2023-international-womens-day-confernce/) - Women of the world share their knowledge, talent and beauty at the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's 2023 International Women's Conference! The event will include lunch and an international fashion show. Theme: Women of the World: Unite! Cost -- FREE
- [Energy Geopolitics - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/energy-geopolitics-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - Access to oil and gas has long held an influence over the politics of individual nations and their relations with others. But as more countries move toward sustainable energy, and supply chain shortages affect the availability of oil and gas, how will this change the way in which the United States interacts with the outside
- [Global Famine - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/global-famine-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - Fears of global food shortages have followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has disrupted grain shipments from the major grain producer. But what about countries and regions that were suffering before this impending shortage? How is famine defined, and how is it different from simple food shortages? What if any remedies are there? Speaker: William
- [Politics in Latin America - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/politics-in-latin-america-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - Electoral results in Latin America over the past four years have led many observers of the regional/political scene to discern a left-wing surge in the hemisphere, reminiscent of the so-called “Pink Tide” that swept the area some 20 years ago. But how much do these politicians actually have in common? What implication does their ascendency
- [Economic Warfare - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/economic-warfare-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - Waging economic warfare consists of a variety of measures from implementing sanctions to fomenting labor strikes. Such tools are utilized by states to hinder their enemies, and in the case of the United States have been used as far back as the early 19th century. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, economic warfare has
- [China and the U.S. - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/china-and-the-u-s-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - For the past ten years, the United States and China have been locked in a competition for who has the greatest global influence. One major point of contention is the status of Taiwanese sovereignty, which has become even more relevant recently with the possibility that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine may prompt China to take similar
- [Climate Migration - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/climate-migration-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - As climate change accelerates and drought and rising sea levels become more common, millions of people in affected regions must uproot themselves and seek safety elsewhere. Who are these affected individuals, and how might the United States aid them, and be affected by the migration? Speaker: Donald A. Brown- Scholar In Residence Sustainability Ethics and
- [Iran at A Crossroads - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/iran-at-a-crossroads-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - By the fall of 2022, Iran was in a state of turmoil due to widespread protests against government-enforced wearing of the hijab, a failing economy, an ineffective new president, and the looming succession of the country’s leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. Abroad, renewal of the Iran nuclear deal seemed doubtful and tensions remain high between Iran, Israel,
- [War Crimes - Great Decisions Lecture Series](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/war-crimes-great-decisions-lecture-series/) - Russia's invasion of Ukraine has resulted in widespread charges of war crimes and calls for justice. But what exactly are war crimes? Opinions of what constitutes a war crime have evolved, as have ways to identify and punish the perpetrators. How will the war crimes committed in Ukraine be dealt with? Speaker: Dr. Medhi Noorbaksh
- [The State of Black Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-state-of-black-health/) - Learn Why: The COVID death rate among Black Americans was the highest in the U.S. Black women are more likely to die in pregnancy than white women One in six Black men will develop prostate cancer Black people shy away from mental health care Speakers Include: Dr. Oralia Dominic, Geoffrey M Roche, Dr. Renu Joshi,
- [Academic WorldQuest Competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/academic-worldquest-competition/) - This year's Academic WorldQuest Competition will take place in-person at Elizabethtown College on March 4th. Learn more about Academic WorldQuest. Register a team. SPONSORS Welcome! Contact Joyce Davis - 717 712 4238 -- jdavis11007@gmail.com
- [MLK Day Poetry & Storytelling Festival](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/mlk-day-poetry-storytelling-festival/) - Join us at the Civic Club of Harrisburg to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at our annual poetry & storytelling festival. This year's thene: "The Dream Survives: America Will Overcome!" Esteemed writers and poets will be in attendance and winners of the high school competition will be announced! Rev. Nathaniel Gadsden, Maria
- [Long Covid Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/long-covid-webinar/) - What you need to know! Get your questions answered by the professionals about long covid.
- [Peace & Justice in PA Forum](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/peace-justice-in-pa-forum/) - Come join us for a statewide event in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, the state’s premier advocate in fostering equal opportunity on November 15, 2022 at 12:00 PM.
- [Turmoil in Iran: Women Take to the Streets!](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/webinar-on-iran/) - The death of Mahsa Amini in police custody has sparked protests in Iran and throughout the world. Experts will talk about what the unrest will mean for Iran and its people, especially for its women.
- [Walk Against Hate](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/walk-against-hate/) - Join us for our second annual Walk Against Hate event. There will be food, speakers, and a short walk along the Susquehanna River to promote inclusivity and stand up against hate and intolerance.
- [The Art of Healing](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/the-art-of-healing/) - A continued discussion on The Art of Healing- reflecting on the impact of trauma on art & culture.
- [2022 International Peace Symposium | People Under Siege](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2022-international-peace-symposium-people-under-siege/) - Our annual International Peace Symposium this year will focus on People Under Siege. We have an incredible line up of speakers this year. Hope you can join us.
- [Back To School - Public Health Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/back-to-school-public-health-webinar/) - Join Pennsylvania's prominent medical experts as we discuss the status of the Monkeypox Outbreak, COVID, the Flu and vaccinations.
- [Travel Live PA! | Capital Area Greenbelt](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-pa-capital-area-greenbelt/) - Join representatives of the Capital Greenbelt Association for this month's installment of our virtual Travel Live PA! series. Powered By EmbedPress
- [Sip & Paint](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/sip-paint/) - Join us and create your very own masterpiece in a night of laughter, conversation, fun & food!
- [International Young Leaders Conference | We Care: Saving Our Future](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/international-young-leaders-conference-we-care-saving-our-future-2/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is proud to bring you this year's International Young Leaders Conference organized by our summer interns. It focuses on the topics and issues our interns were most concerned with and they have selected distinguished panelists to bring the facts and information that will provide what promises to be engaging
- [Missions for Democracy: An Evening with Dr. Martin Nekola](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/missions-for-democracy-an-evening-with-dr-martin-nekola/) - What does democracy truly mean? And with such volatile political experiences going on all over the world, who -- or what -- provides oversight or transparency on election processes globally? Join us for an insightful and engaging presentation of observation missions organized by the OSCE (Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe), their importance in
- [Third in the Burg: The Art of Healing](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/third-in-the-burg-the-art-of-healing/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg partners with the Civic Club of Harrisburg to present "The Art of Healing." A forum and exhibition featuring poets and visual artists from the Harrisburg area on how art can help overcome trauma and promote spiritual and emotional health.
- [Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/humanitarian-crisis-in-ukraine/) - Join us and the World Affairs Councils of Tennessee, Austin, and Kansas City to discuss the current humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Tamara Demuria, Chief Humanitarian Office-Corus International, will share her experiences inside war-torn Ukraine. Hear from experts and gain a better understanding of this very topical issue.
- [Covid-19 Update: What's Happening Now & What's Next?](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/covid-19-update-whats-happening-now-whats-next/) - Should we still be worried about Covid-19? What is happening with booster vaccines? Will there be another wave? Get answers to your most pressing questions about the current state and the future of the Coronavirus pandemic. Our panel of doctors and health professionals will be discussing these questions and more.
- [Travel Live PA! Hershey Park](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-pa-hershey-park/) - Quinn Bryner from Visit Hershey Harrisburg joins Joyce Davis and Cole Goodman. This episode will focus on Hershey Park and its attractions and discuss the new rides opening this season.
- [2022 Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/2022-torch-awards/) - Join us at Harrisburg University to honor our 2022 Torch Award recipients. These individuals and organizations have shown the highest levels of tolerance, appreciation of diverse cultures, peoples, languages, and lands, and promoting a global understanding.
- [Iftar Dinner](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/iftar-dinner/) - Join us for our Annual Iftar Dinner at the Civic Club of Harrisburg. Let’s break bread together and help the world be a little brighter together. Please note there is a mandatory vaccination policy for all attendees. 612 N Front St Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101 RSVP
- [Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic and Men’s Breakfast](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/covid-19-vaccine-clinic-and-mens-breakfast/) - Join us at the Gospel Fellowship Church in Harrisburg for a Covid-19 vaccine clinic. First and second doses as well as boosters are provided by the Derry Street Pharmacy. Please use the link below to sign up for a vaccine prior to attending the event. The breakfast starts at 9 am, if you are interested
- [Travel Live! The Aegean Sea](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-the-aegean-sea/) - Join Joyce Davis and Shoshana Altrichter as they explore the Aegean Sea. This is another episode in our monthly Travel Live! webinar series. Please note that this webinar is on Thursday, not Tuesday. Register
- [Women in the Arts](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/women-in-the-arts/) - Celebrating Women’s History Month “Women in the Arts” Webinar will be moderated by Dr. Joyce Davis. Dr. Davis is the President and CEO of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg. The panel of speakers will include Donna Jackson, President, Women's Caucus for Art, Ashley Nichole Walkowiak -- local artist, Reina E. Wooden -- abstract expressionist,
- [Travel Live PA! Pilot Webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-pa-pilot-webinar/) - Join us for the first in our new travel webinar series. This series focuses on all of the wonderful things to do in and around Pennsylvania, mainly focusing on Dauphin County.
- [Travel Live! Iceland](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-iceland/) - Join Jim Falk (Former CEO of the World Affairs Council of Dallas), Shoshana Altricher from the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and Dr. Joyce M. Davis to discuss Iceland and the upcoming World Affairs Council trip. Register
- [Great Decisions: Myanmar and ASEAN](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-myanmar-and-asean/) - The situation in Myanmar, including the coup by the military in February 2021 and the ongoing human rights crises, coupled with civil resistance by those opposed to the regime, has led to chaos in the Southeast Asian country. How are neighboring countries reacting, and what role will ASEAN play? Guest speaker: Jason Tower - Country
- [Great Decisions: Drug Policy in Latin America](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-drug-policy-in-latin-america/) - Virtual Great Decisions Lecture The issue of migration to the United States from Latin America has overshadowed the war on drugs, which has been underway for decades with little signs of progress. What are the roots and the bureaucratic logic behind today´s dominant drug policies in Latin America? Is it time to reconsider punitive drug
- [Great Decisions: Industrial Policy](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-industrial-policy/) - Virtual Great Decisions Lecture The current discussion of industrial policy in the United States is not simply about whether or not to support specific companies or industries, but about trust or mistrust of the government and its ability to manage the economy and deal with a rising China. The upheaval in supply chains during the
- [Great Decisions: Russia](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-russia/) - Virtual Great Decisions Lecture Russia and the United States have many areas of conflict and some possible areas of mutual interest. Arms control, Russian interference in U.S. elections and support of cyberattacks, the status of Ukraine, the fate of opposition politicians in Russia, all continue to be concerning. How will the new administration in Washington
- [Covid & Faith Communities](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/covid-faith-communities/) - A diverse group of faith leaders will share their experiences and insights into trying to get their faithful vaccinated and protected against COVID-19. Faith leaders have had to deal with vaccine hesitancy and with people in their congregations refusing to mask or even maintain social distancing. They also have had to deal with the grief
- [Great Decisions: Climate Change](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-climate-change/) - Virtual Great Decisions Lecture The ideological divide in the United States on the subject of climate change has impeded progress in curbing greenhouse emissions. But extreme weather events at both ends of the thermometer have focused attention on the consequences of inaction. What role will the United States play in future negotiations on climate? Guest
- [Virtual Forum for International Women's Day](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/virtual-forum-for-international-womens-day/) - Featuring women from around the world speaking on the theme of "2022 Global Report on Women: Meeting the challenges of War, Oppression, and COVID-19." REGISTER HERE
- [Lunch and Learn: Climate Change and Health](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/lunch-and-learn-climate-change-and-health/) - An event from the Lancaster Medical Heritage Museum: Join Dr. Alan Peterson for a lecture on Climate Change and Health The cost is pay-what-you-wish donation as low as $1. All proceeds from this lecture go to benefit the Lancaster Medical Heritage Museum, a 501©3 non-profit charity. REGISTER HERE
- [Travel Live: Dutch Waterways](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/travel-live-dutch-waterways/) - WACH CEO Joyce Davis will be joined by the VP of travel for the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and the Consul General for the Netherlands Wiflred Muskens to speak on the upcoming Council trip to tour the Dutch Waterways in May. See more about the upcoming trip here: https://wacphila.org/travel/river-life-along-the-dutch-waterways-2 Register for the webinar here:
- [Townhall for Justice](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/townhall-for-justice/) - In memory of Jason Hill a 21-year old Harrisburg youth who was murdered in 2020 and has remained unsolved. Join us for a discussion on gun violence and its impact on the Harrisburg Area. Masking and Social Distancing Required! Information on vaccinations and testing will be available. Moderators: Dr. Joyce M. Davis Cole Davis Goodman
- [Great Decisions: Biden's Agenda](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-bidens-agenda/) - Virtual Great Decisions Lecture The new administration in Washington promised to reverse many of the policies of the past administration, especially in foreign policy. How will issues such as climate, the pandemic, and alliances be treated under the Biden administration? Guest speaker: Dr. Shirley Warshaw, Professor, Gettysburg College Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7X78X7jWQ8OCu6-Oc6e9cw
- [Academic WorldQuest](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/academic-worldquest/) - High school students are invited to put their global knowledge to the test in the annual Academic WorldQuest competition, a flagship program of the World Affairs Councils of America. Visit our page for more information
- [Free Vaccine Clinic](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/free-vaccine-clinic/) - Free vaccination clinic -- Protect Yourself and your family against COVID-19, delta, and omicron. Don't end up in the hospital, or worse! Derry Street Pharmacy is providing vaccinations for adults and children, including boosters. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-vaccination-clinic-tickets-263032285647 Event Sponsors: Power-Woman & Highspire United Methodist Church
- [Covid Town Hall](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/covid-townhall/) - Join PA Physician General Denise Johnson and other medical professionals for a Covid town hall. Get answers to all of your questions regarding masks, vaccines, and general Covid guidelines. Watch the webinar here
- [Great Decisions- The US & Outer Space](https://wacharrisburg.org/events/great-decisions-the-us-outer-space/) - The first in the 8 week Great Decisions lecture series. Join us for a lecture and question and answer session with Dr Samantha A. Taylor, Dr Andrea Harrington, & Dr M.V. "Coyote" Smith -- Professors at the US Air University.

## Elementor Header & Footer Builder

- [Default Footer](https://wacharrisburg.org/elementor-hf/12677/) - The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is dedicated to promoting global education and cultural exchange. We strive to create a community where individuals can engage with international issues, share diverse perspectives, and foster understanding across cultures. We are particularly committed to empowering the next generation through our comprehensive youth programs, including internships, leadership training, and

## Categories

- [Travel](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/travel/)
- [Posts](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/posts/)
- [News](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/news/)
- [Partners](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/partners/)
- [Classes](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/classes/)
- [Featured](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/news/featured/)
- [Youth](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/youth/)
- [Covid-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/posts/covid-19/)
- [Event](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/event/)
- [Travel Live](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/travel/travel-live/)
- [Covid Webinars](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/posts/covid-19/covid-webinars/)
- [Arts](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/arts/)
- [MLK Day](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/event/mlk-day/)
- [Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/event/peace-symposium/) - 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.
- [Community](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/community/)
- [WACH in the News](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/wach-in-the-news/)
- [Torch Awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/event/torch-awards/)
- [International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/youth/international-young-leaders-conference/)
- [Women's Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/category/event/womens-conference/)

## Tags

- [travel](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/travel-2/)
- [global](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global/)
- [world affairs](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/world-affairs/)
- [middle east](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/middle-east/)
- [WACA](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/waca/)
- [WACH](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/wach/)
- [Global Affairs](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global-affairs/)
- [Documentary Screening](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/documentary-screening/)
- [Harrisburg](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/harrisburg/)
- [Great Female Authors](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/great-female-authors/)
- [human rights](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/human-rights/)
- [international](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international/)
- [peacemaking](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/peacemaking/)
- [peacekeeping](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/peacekeeping/)
- [Elizabethtown College](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/elizabethtown-college/)
- [Great Decisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/great-decisions/)
- [faith](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/faith/)
- [U.S.](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/u-s/)
- [US](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/us/)
- [Climate](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/climate/)
- [China](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/china/)
- [Foreign Policy](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/foreign-policy/)
- [young leaders](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/young-leaders/)
- [global health](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global-health/)
- [students](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/students/)
- [greatdecisions](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/greatdecisions/)
- [discussions](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/discussions/)
- [conflict conflict resolution](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/conflict-conflict-resolution/)
- [politics](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/politics/)
- [polarization](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/polarization/)
- [interns](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/interns/)
- [High School competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/high-school-competition/)
- [international affairs](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-affairs/)
- [poetry](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/poetry/)
- [storytelling](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/storytelling/)
- [arts](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/arts/)
- [writing](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/writing/)
- [culture](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/culture/)
- [women's rights](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/womens-rights/)
- [France](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/france/)
- [Languedoc](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/languedoc/)
- [tourism](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/tourism/)
- [Europe](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/europe/)
- [Community Event](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/community-event/)
- [iran](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/iran/)
- [trump](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/trump/)
- [youth](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/youth/)
- [leaders](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/leaders/)
- [immigration](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/immigration/)
- [populism](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/populism/)
- [Mexico](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/mexico/)
- [State Department](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/state-department/)
- [diplomacy](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/diplomacy/)
- [indian music](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/indian-music/)
- [literature](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/literature/)
- [theatre](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/theatre/)
- [elections](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/elections/)
- [voting](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/voting/)
- [egypt](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/egypt/)
- [biden](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/biden/)
- [president](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/president/)
- [high school](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/high-school/)
- [competition](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/competition/)
- [social justice](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/social-justice/)
- [civil rights](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/civil-rights/)
- [education](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/education/)
- [Covid-19](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/covid-19/)
- [Vaccine](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/vaccine/)
- [Unity](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/unity/)
- [international business](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-business/)
- [globalization](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/globalization/)
- [korea](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/korea/)
- [supply chain](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/supply-chain/)
- [global warming](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global-warming/)
- [2021](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/2021/)
- [Artist](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/artist/)
- [women](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/women/)
- [webinar](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/webinar/)
- [IWD21](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/iwd21/)
- [International women's day](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-womens-day/)
- [environment](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/environment/)
- [PennLive](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/pennlive/)
- [Morocco](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/morocco/)
- [covid19](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/covid19/)
- [peace](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/peace/)
- [money](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/money/)
- [Nonprofit](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/nonprofit/)
- [wishlist](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/wishlist/)
- [africa](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/africa/)
- [sudan](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/sudan/)
- [Bloomberg](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/bloomberg/)
- [international trade](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-trade/)
- [virus](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/virus/)
- [public health](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/public-health/)
- [Covid](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/covid/)
- [spoken word](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/spoken-word/)
- [awq](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/awq/)
- [virtual](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/virtual/)
- [travel live](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/travel-live/)
- [international women conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-women-conference/)
- [torch awards](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/torch-awards/)
- [podcast](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/podcast/)
- [ukraine](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/ukraine/)
- [visitors](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/visitors/)
- [civic club](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/civic-club/)
- [power women](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/power-women/)
- [Pennian](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/pennian/)
- [mental health](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/mental-health/)
- [internship](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/internship/)
- [current events](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/current-events/)
- [community](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/community/)
- [youth voices](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/youth-voices/)
- [nature](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/nature/)
- [conservation](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/conservation/)
- [tech](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/tech/)
- [global scholars](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global-scholars/)
- [Volunteering](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/volunteering/)
- [Refugees](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/refugees/)
- [conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/conference/)
- [nativity school](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/nativity-school/)
- [women's history](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/womens-history/)
- [International Young Leaders Conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-young-leaders-conference/)
- [partner event](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/partner-event/)
- [mlk](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/mlk/)
- [war](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/war/)
- [iftar](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/iftar/)
- [fashion show](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/fashion-show/)
- [global security](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/global-security/)
- [security](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/security/)
- [employment](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/employment/)
- [opinion piece](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/opinion-piece/)
- [International Peace Symposium](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-peace-symposium/)
- [women's day](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/womens-day/)
- [women's conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/womens-conference/)
- [international women's conference](https://wacharrisburg.org/tag/international-womens-conference/)

## Categories

- [Events](https://wacharrisburg.org/mec-category/events/)
- [Virtual](https://wacharrisburg.org/mec-category/virtual/)
- [Trips](https://wacharrisburg.org/mec-category/trips/)
- [Community Calendar](https://wacharrisburg.org/mec-category/community-calendar/)