World Affairs Council of Harrisburg

World Affairs Council of Harrisburg 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! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America. Its headquarters will be at Temple University Harrisburg, at 4th and Walnut Streets, 234 Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101.

Go to www.wacharrisburg.org for information on how to join! The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America. Its headquarters will be at Temple University Harrisburg, at 4th and Walnut Streets, 234 Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101.

Mission: To inform, educate and engage the Harrisburg area community in world affairs and to advance the understanding of diverse peoples and cultures.

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Miss traveling to exotic lands? Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and the World Affairs Council of Philadelph...
10/17/2020

Miss traveling to exotic lands?

Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia’s Travel Department the last Thursday of each month to explore the world’s most fascinating places.

At 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, we delve into the wonders of Egypt with Kylie Curtis of Criterion Travel! If we can't get there, we. can at least dream!

Join the World Affairs Council's Global Scholars Network at 5 p.m. Sunday to feature the "My Vote" project -- young peop...
10/17/2020
World Affairs Council of Harrisburg – Connecting PA's Capital Region to the World

Join the World Affairs Council's Global Scholars Network at 5 p.m. Sunday to feature the "My Vote" project -- young people focused on getting out the vote for Nov. 3.

Register Now to learn about MY VOTE and to hear from candidates who want to connect with young voters.

Register REQUIRED in advance for this webinar:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America based in Washington, D.C. It is part of a national network of influential councils dedicated to educating and engaging the residents of our region in global issues. Our associates meet and interact with....

Shouldn't you support civil discourse and global understanding in our region? Please take time to show your support by ...
09/26/2020
Click to Make a Donation – World Affairs Council of Harrisburg

Shouldn't you support civil discourse and global understanding in our region? Please take time to show your support by joining the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg and keeping our mission vibrant in the Capital Region. https://secure.processdonation.org/wacharrisburg/membership.aspx?MembershipRefID=6EG1A75H16C2B75

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America based in Washington, D.C.

09/24/2020
Explore the Legendary Silk Road

EXPLORE THE LEGENDARY SILK ROAD! Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a preview of what our world travelers will eperience on a trip to Central Asia, slated for spring 2021. Book your tickets now!

Check out the upcoming events of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg -- and join us!
09/21/2020
September 2020 Newsletter

Check out the upcoming events of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg -- and join us!

In 2017, Elizabeth Shackelford wrote a pointed resignation letter to her then boss, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. She had watched as the State Department was gutted, and now she urged him to stem the bleeding by showing leadership and commitment to his diplomats and the country. If he couldn't d...

09/20/2020
PennLive.com

Learn about why people with underlying health conditions are ore at risk from COVID-19.

Underlying health conditions in an age of coronavirus is the topic of today's Facebook Live.
Get your respectful comments and questions ready for today's discussion.

09/13/2020
COVID-19 in Latin America

Today, we'll discuss COVID-19 in Latin America with representatives of Unbound, a non-profit dedicated to eradicating global poverty. Henry Flores and Andrew Kling are our guests.
Get your questions and comments ready!

09/06/2020
Are American Police Different?

We'll discuss whether American policing is different when we look around the globe. Chad Lassiter, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, is out guest today to examine how the world polices, and whether America's police should take a lesson from other countries.

Watch the first night of COVID Complexities: A Global Town Hall, a collaboration of World Affairs Councils and featuring...
09/03/2020

Watch the first night of COVID Complexities: A Global Town Hall, a collaboration of World Affairs Councils and featuring journalists from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Voice of America and Radio Free Asia. Fantastic keynote by Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel of the University of Pennsylvania.
https://www.facebook.com/irckc/videos/1235738846771576/

Joe Biden selects California Sen. Kamala Harris as running mate
08/11/2020
Joe Biden selects California Sen. Kamala Harris as running mate

Joe Biden selects California Sen. Kamala Harris as running mate

Harris, a 55-year-old first-term senator, is also one of the party's most prominent figures and quickly became a top contender for the No. 2 spot after her own White House campaign ended.

Here are links to how you can help people in Lebanon:https://www.gofundme.com/f/relief-effort-to-aid-lebanese-red-cross?...
08/11/2020
Relief effort to aid Lebanese Red Cross in Beirut organized by Salim Makhlouf

Here are links to how you can help people in Lebanon:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/relief-effort-to-aid-lebanese-red-cross?sharetype=teams&member=5259006&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&pc_code=ot_co_dashboard_a&rcid=b75bbac5f829443ca34ea0fcf00b8795&fbclid=IwAR2H2cuJH341phD_OJiHoyp513PPav0w_d-jxB3ba27TQnaa9BqiWl17omU



Here is the link for the Children Cancer Center in Lebanon:

https://cccl.org.lb/Donate-Now?fbclid=IwAR0UMJJwdBZh86FEKyXSDjQzL8ZsBE2igGK7GcGcDRVKwXEhWQmK5a86jyU

The Lebanese Red Cross is an all volunteer organization that aids all… Salim Makhlouf needs your support for Relief effort to aid Lebanese Red Cross in Beirut

Save the Date! 6-7 p.m. Aug. 11 -- Virtual International Young Leaders Conference! Email: wacharrisburg@gmail.com to re...
08/04/2020

Save the Date! 6-7 p.m. Aug. 11 -- Virtual International Young Leaders Conference!

Email: [email protected] to register.

07/30/2020
It's Travel Thursdays! A new way to connect with the world -- despite COVID-19

Today, World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Joyce Davis begins a new monthly Travel Live chat to explore the world. Shoshana Altrichter, Vice President of Travel for the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, and Bill Clifford, President and CEO of the World Affairs Councils of America talk about preparing to return to the world!

Don't miss Travel Thursdays - LIVE on Facebook!
07/30/2020

Don't miss Travel Thursdays - LIVE on Facebook!

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234 Strawberry Sq
Harrisburg, PA
17101

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Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00

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COVID-19 Community Impact & Response
COVID-19 Community Impact & Response

How the virus has impacted our region -- and minority communities.

My Vote project
My Vote project

Explore the Legendary Silk Road
Explore the Legendary Silk Road

EXPLORE THE LEGENDARY SILK ROAD! Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a preview of what our world travelers will eperience on a trip to Central Asia, slated for spring 2021. Book your tickets now!

COVID-19 in Latin America
COVID-19 in Latin America

Today, we'll discuss COVID-19 in Latin America with representatives of Unbound, a non-profit dedicated to eradicating global poverty. Henry Flores and Andrew Kling are our guests. Get your questions and comments ready!

Are American Police Different?
Are American Police Different?

We'll discuss whether American policing is different when we look around the globe. Chad Lassiter, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, is out guest today to examine how the world polices, and whether America's police should take a lesson from other countries.

Travel Live focuses on Norway and the Scottish Isles
Travel Live focuses on Norway and the Scottish Isles

We all can't wait to travel again, and today we will talk about Norway and her upcoming trip to Scottish Isles with Lise Falskow, President and CEO of the Alaska World Affairs Council.

Riots in Lebanon! Protesters take to the streets to demand accountability.
Riots in Lebanon! Protesters take to the streets to demand accountability.

Mireille Rebeiz, profesor at Dickinson College, joins us to discuss the unrest in Beirut and where it might lead. Get your questions and comments ready for this important update on developments in Lebanon.

It's Travel Thursdays! A new way to connect with the world -- despite COVID-19
It's Travel Thursdays! A new way to connect with the world -- despite COVID-19

Today, World Affairs Council of Harrisburg's Joyce Davis begins a new monthly Travel Live chat to explore the world. Shoshana Altrichter, Vice President of Travel for the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, and Bill Clifford, President and CEO of the World Affairs Councils of America talk about preparing to return to the world!

Can We Trust The Vaccine?
Can We Trust The Vaccine?

COVID-19 ANALYST: Michael J. Daugherty joins WACH President Dr. Joyce M. Davis to discuss the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccine!. It's being rushed to try to save lives, but can we trust it? Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Update on COVID-19 from Russia and Pakistan!
Update on COVID-19 from Russia and Pakistan!

Today, we have two international journalists from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty to update us on the coronavirus in Russia and Pakistan. Plus, we'll talk about other developments in their regions. Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?
Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?

Today, we are honored to have Antony Phillipson, North American Trade Commissioner and UK Consul General in New York, to talk about U.S.-British relations, as well as to update us on the battle against the coronavirus. Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?
Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?

Chad Lassiter, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and advisor to Black Lives Matter, Norway, joins us to talk about the global response to the protests in the United States. Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?
Will Black Lives Ever Matter? Does the World Care?

Chad Lassiter, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and advisor to Black Lives Matter, Norway, joins Cole Davis Goodman and Avalon Lux Azalea, who participated in Harrisburg area protests, for a discussion on the latest death of a black man in Atlanta and the ongoing protests throughout the United States. Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg thanks Dr. Oya Dursun-Ozkanca for an in-depth discussion of Turkey-U.S. relations and an update on the coronavirus pandemic in the country.

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg welcomes you for a discussion with Dr. R. Evan Ellis is a research professor of Latin American Studies at the US Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. We will discuss Latin America and COVID-19. Your thoughts and comments are welcome

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg welcomes you for a discussion with Syed Hossein Mousavian on his new book -- A Middle East Free of Weapons of Mass Destruction. We also will get insights into how Iran is coping with COVID-19. Your thoughts and comments are welcome

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg continues its Facebook Live discussions on Global Responses to the Coronavirus with today’s topic focused on developments in other parts of the world, particularly North Africa and the Middle East. We are joined by Dr. Zied Mhirsi, Director of Communications & Advocacy for Global Health Strategies, Global Health Strategies (GHS) is an international consulting company that specializes in global health communications, advocacy, research and strategy. It focuses on public health issues that impact developing nations and emerging markets. Its clients include leading foundations, industry, NGOs, government agencies, academic institutions and product development.

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg continues its Facebook Live discussions on Global Responses to the Coronavirus with today’s topic focused on the race for a vaccine and other developments in the pandemic. We are joined by Dr. Suresh Kuchipudi is an expert in the very issue at the core of COVID-19 – the migration of diseases from animals into humans. He is Clinical Professor and Associate Director of Animal Diagnostic Laboratory, Pennsylvania State University. The goal of Dr. Kuchipudi's research is to generate knowledge that can underpin the development of novel diagnostic tools and intervention therapies for endemic and emerging viral diseases of animals and humans. Get your questions and comments ready as we start our discussion.

The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg will start weekly Facebook Live events on the coronavirus -- each Sunday at 5 p.m. Join us from anywhere in the world. Today, we talk with Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh of Harrisburg University about the global response to COVID-19.

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Nurturing the Next Generation of World Leaders! Support WACH's Summer Internship Program.

Winner!
Winner!

2015 First Place Winner of International Poetry and Storytelling Festival -- Nada Rahmouni for her short story - GIRLS!

Here's a glimpse of the 2015 International Poetry & Storytelling Festival- Poet Maria James-Thiaw.

Beautiful costumes at First Latino-Hispanic Talent Show at the Forum.

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ONE WEEK UNTIL - No-No Boy Multimedia Concert Tuesday, September 25 - 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Join this nationally-recognized duo as they kick off our What You Missed in History series! No-No Boy is a multimedia concert performed by Julian Saporiti and Erin Aoyama. Taking inspiration from interviews with World War II Japanese American concentration camp survivors, his own family history living through the Vietnam War, and many other stories of Asian American experience, Saporiti has transformed his doctoral research at Brown University into folk songs in an effort to bring these stories to a broader audience. Alongside singer Erin Aoyama, a fellow Ph.D. student at Brown whose family was incarcerated at one of the 10 Japanese American concentration camps, No-No Boy aims to shine a light on experiences that have remained largely obscured within the American historical narrative. No registration required. Not recommended for people under 13 years old. Promotional trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1z4J9avL400&t=79s https://www.nonoboyproject.com/ https://www.npr.org/sections/allsongs/2018/06/17/620504965/these-tiny-desk-contestants-set-stories-of-the-asian-american-experience-to-musi
WIND IN MY HAIR Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for a Special FREE Forum with Exiled Iranian Author Masih Alinejad: Date: July 19th
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