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WACH August 2023 Newsletter ☀️ - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-march-2022-newsletter-8242981
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WACH is a non-political, non-partisan organization connected to the national network of World Affairs Councils of America.
WACH August 2023 Newsletter ☀️ - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-march-2022-newsletter-8242981
Interested in being a social justice warrior and a changemaker? Consider applying for the PHRC Social Justice Ambassador Program and help us meet the needs of every community in Pennsylvania!
📲Learn more about the program here: https://www.phrc.pa.gov/EducationandOutreach/Pages/Social-Justice-Ambassador-Program.aspx
Go, Cougars! You make Harrisburg proud!
This year's conference is "The Value of A Life"
📌Last Call! International Young Leaders Conference is Aug. 2 - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/international-young-leaders-conference-on-august-2nd-8241533
This is your last call to get your tickets to join us at our International Young Leader's Conference tomorrow. Registration closes at 5pm today!
https://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/2023-international-young-leaders-conference--career-fair/
The International Young Leader's Conference is tomorrow at 10am. This free event is not to be missed! Get your tickets now! https://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/2023-international-young-leaders-conference--career-fair/
Our interns learned a lot of city governance and had the honor of lunching with Mayor Wanda Williams in her cabinet room. They were delighted at the Mayor's graciousness and kindness. She took valuable time out of her busy schedule to inspire these young people.
We also thank Commissioner Thomas Carter and Fire Chief Brian Enterline, as well as the other city officials who were so giving of their talents an time.
New Speakers Added to 2023 International Young Leaders Conference & Career Fair! Register NOW! Free Event with Lunch! https://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/2023-international-young-leaders-conference--career-fair/
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is part of a national network of organizations dedicated to informing Americans about international affairs. Go to www.wacharrisburg.org for information on how to join!
People who care about justice and equality should demand their legislators stop targeting the LGBTQ+ community,
Our summer interns really enjoyed the opportunity to visit Harrrisburg City Hall. Thank you for hosting us!
Convenience in the 21st century is unparalleled, and the standard of living is at an all-time high.
Becoming media literate helps us evaluate sources; determine their credibility and root out biases within media, including our own.
Great Op-Ed from Tyler Hartl, a student at Lebanon Valley College and an intern with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and PennLive!https:
Becoming media literate helps us evaluate sources; determine their credibility and root out biases within media, including our own.
Join us at 6 p.m. Monday at the Ware Center for "State of Mental Health: The Elderly" forum. Free with registration:
https://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/state-of-mental-health-the-elderly/
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is part of a national network of organizations dedicated to informing Americans about international affairs. Go to www.wacharrisburg.org for information on how to join!
WACH July 2023 Newsletter 🌻 - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-march-2022-newsletter-8196785
In their ruling striking down affirmative action, it’s almost as if the majority of the Supreme Court justices are completely ignorant of American history.
We are back again with our free Summer Concert Series kicking off at Lebanon Valley College on Friday, June 30th at 8:00 p.m. Arrive early to secure your spot and enjoy the sounds of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra under the summer stars! Thank you to Highmark and Penn State Health, our Summer Series sponsors.
The Women's History Garden has some new faces! Join us July 9th to meet six inspiring immigrant and refugee women who are making a positive impact on the world!
The State of Mental Health: Race, Culture, and Identity
Our 2023 class of summer interns visited the PA State Capitol for a very informative tour last week. They met with several PA House Representatives as well as the PA Black Legislative Caucus.
Thank you to all who made this experience possible!
WACH June 2023 Newsletter 🌻 - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/world-affairs-council-of-harrisburg-march-2022-newsletter-8193574
LAST CALL! Free Dinner Forum: The State of Mental Health: - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/the-state-of-mental-health-race-culture-identity-8195466
Juneteenth is more than just a new holiday. It’s about taking some small steps to help right the wrongs that continue to impact children today.
On June 26th, we unpack the State of Mental Health: Race, Culture, & Identity! Join us at the Civic Club of Harrisburg for this free event: https://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/state-of-mental-health-race-culture--identity/dates/Jun-26-2023_at_0600PM
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is part of a national network of organizations dedicated to informing Americans about international affairs. Go to www.wacharrisburg.org for information on how to join!
Our Early Childhood and Lower School students have been practicing all year for the big event! Join us at 6:30pm for a very special show and the culmination of a year of honing their violin skills! We are so proud of their dedication! Go Spartans!
We are proud to represent a broad spectrum of cultures in our state.
Looking for an internship this summer? 📚☀ - https://mailchi.mp/wacharrisburg.org/looking-for-an-internship-this-summer-8193606
Resettlement Supervisor Durre Sharif accepted the 2023 Torch of Global Enlightenment Award on behalf of CWS Harrisburg at the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg on Monday night. We are so honored to receive this award and to be recognized in this special way by a body that has been supportive of our office and mission since day one. It felt even more significant to be in the same room with local heroes working to build a better world.
Photo by our friend Wen Tan of Tailor-Made Solutions.
Join us to explore the island of ARUBA! Travel Live is LIVE!
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Watch Harrisburg University's World Affairs Council Torch Awards on Livestream.com.
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The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg focuses on the unrest in Iran over the death of Mahsa Amini in the custody of police for allegedly improper dress. Her death has sparked days of unrest in Iran and protests around the world.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is partnering with The Civic Club of Harrisburg & Power Women Entrepreneurs in The Art Of Healing series. A continued discussion on The Art of Healing- reflecting on the impact of trauma on art & culture.
Join representatives of the Capital Greenbelt Association for this month's Travel Live PA! episode.
Tomorrow is the last chance to sign up to visit Bulgaria with us in October! Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity. Email us: [email protected]
This is the third panel of our 2022 International Young Leaders Conference. This panel focuses on societal inequalities. Panelists for this segment included Dr. Amber Sessoms and Cole Goodman.
This is the second panel of our 2022 International Young Leaders Conference. This panel focuses on Covid-19 and how it has affected schools and what the next school year looks like. Panelists for this segment included Dr. Nirmal Joshi, Lindsay Bowman (Harrisburg Academy), Eric Turman (Hbg School District Superintendent), and Alanis Melendez (WACH Intern).
This is the first panel of our 2022 International Young Leaders Conference. This panel focuses on gun violence and its effect on youth and education. Panelists for this segment included Aaron Chapin VP of PSEA and Pastor Eric Jackson from the anti-gun advocacy group Heeding God's Call to End Gun Violence.
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 discussions. We Care: Saving Our Future Panels include: Gun Violence and its Effect on Youth & Education Covid-19 & Education Social Inequality Repercussions of Russian Invasion of Ukraine & Our Future
Hear a first-hand account of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine from Tamara Demuria, Lutheran Chief Humanitarian Office, who has just returned from the war-torn country.
Tomorrow we will be holding our annual Torch Awards celebration. This year we are honoring 4 individuals, 3 organizations, and one youth honoree. Each of these have shown the highest levels of tolerance, appreciation for diversity, and have helped make our community better. Tickets for this event cost $25 and we thank Harrisburg University of Science and Technology for sponsoring and hosting this important event. To see the full list of honorees and purchase tickets visit: shorturl.at/ijtDW
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg focuses on travel destinations in Pennsylvania to attract local, national and international visitors.
Join us to travel to a different destination from the comfort of your own home! This month explore Central Europe!
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. Guest speaker- Mary Smith, president of Visit Hershey Harrisburg
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays through April 21. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
Acclaimed local, national and international female artists talk about the challenges and opportunities in this pandemic era. The event is in celebration of Women's History Month!
Join us on monthly on Tuesdays to travel to a different destination from the comfort of your own home! This week visit Iceland!
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
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 of families mourning loved ones who have died during the pandemic because they refused to get vaccinated. Speakers have yet to be determined.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
The World Affairs Council is sponsoring a webinar in celebration of International Women's 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." This event will provide an overview of the state of women in 2022, highlighting areas where there are distinct challenges, such as in global hotspots like Afghanistan and Turkey; as well as how COVID-19 has impacted women's health.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
TOPIC: The U.S. and Outer Space The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is sponsoring the eight-week 2022 Great Decisions discussions in partnership with the Fredricksen Library with sessions held 6 p.m. Thursdays from Feb. 24-April 14, excluding March 24. Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
Wilfred Muskens, Honorary Consul General of the Netherlands, joins Shoshana Altricher and Joyce Davis to discuss the "Dutch Waterways" river cruise slated for May 1-9, 2022. There's still time to reserve your spot!
We kick off the 2022 Travel Live series by looking at travel safety. Dr. Timothy Law, Senior Medical Director at Highmark; Dr. Andrew Walker with Penn State Health, and Angel Ramos, Account Manager at USI Travel Insurance Services, will discuss the state of travel at home and abroad.
2022 Theme: We Shall Overcome Conquering COVID, Social and Global Unrest. Join us virtually on January 17 at 6 pm to experience the next generation of poets celebrate and expand on Dr. King’s dream in the form of Poetry and Storytelling. Poets & writers interested, please email [email protected] for an invitation to participate. High School Writers please email: [email protected] to submit your entry. short stories must be under 1000 words. All works should reflect the theme. Submission Deadline: Jan 13
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