234 Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA, 17101
(717) 884-8618
or
(717) 221-1627
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg is affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America based in Washington, D.C. It is dedicated to educating and engaging the residents of our region in global issues. Our associates meet and interact with leading international writers, intellectuals, diplomats and political leaders, and we are dedicated to making these opportunities available to youth in our region, as well.
The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg promotes and facilitates international travel and provides opportunities for young people to learn about the world in their classrooms, through our programs and events, and through scholarships that enable them to visit countries around the globe.
We are supported by national and local organizations and businesses that understand the importance of connecting our region to the world, and that realize the benefits of opening young minds to different cultures and traditions. We also are supported by residents of Central Pennsylvania who are eager to expand their own horizons and accept their responsibilities as citizens of the world.
MEET OUR INTERNS
FROM SOUTH KOREA!
For more information on their experiences in the U.S. visit their blog at WACHEastWestblogspot.com
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Welcome our Newest Intern: Janice Kim!!!
Janice and Jenna learned about Dr. Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement in the United States at ceremonies on MLK DAy at Camp Curtin Elementary School in Harrisburg.
Janice and Jenna meet Dr. Robert Scott, who was honored with the 2012 "Dream Keeper" award at the MLK Day ceremony at Camp Curtin Elementary School.
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2012 SUSTAINING INSTITUTIONS!'
CUMBERLAND VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HARRISBURG
If you are interested in joining The World Affairs Council of Harrisburg as a Sustaining Institution or as an individual, please see our join us page for more information, or contact Joyce Davis at wacharrisburg@gmail.com.
Widener University School of Law
Temple University: Harrisburg
The World Culture Club of Central PA
Harsco
Elizabethtown College
Harrisburg University
International House
Keystone Human Services
Messiah College:
Harrisburg Institute
For STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS:
http://www2.etown.edu/vl
Passports Ready?
Please take a moment to view our updated Travel the World page to see the many exciting opportunities our Associates have for new adventures!
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EVENTS OF OUR SISTER ORGANIZATIONS:
A lecturer, photographer, and author, Jim McConkey will explore how India’s remarkable world view came into being. He will trace its philosophical unfolding, beginning with its emergence from prehistoric fertility cults, to Bronze Age evidence for yoga in the time of Mohenjo Daro,
to Persian influence from the 1500 BC Aryan invasion,
to resurgence of original ideas as the Aryan invaders assimilated
into India’s golden age of enlightenment.
All Lectures are Free and Open to the Public! t
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HIGHLIGHT OF 2011
The Kyrgyz Delegation
in
Harrisburg!
WE HAD A GREAT TIME SHOWING OFF THE HARRISBURG AREA TO OUR FRIENDS FROM
KYRGYZSTAN!
The World Affairs
Council of
Harrisburg
Connecting Pennsylvania's Capital Region to the World
Please go to our join us page for information on how you can become an Associate of WACH
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A ROYAL BRUNCH
AND LIVE TELECONFERENCE
WITH
HRH PRINCE HASSAN BIN TALAL
ENJOY A CONVERSATION WITH A PRINCE!
LIVE TELECONFERENCE
from
THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM OFJORDAN
10 A.M. FEB. 18, 2012
DIXON UNIVERSITY CENTER
2986 North Second Street
| Harrisburg, PA 17110-1201 TICKETS: http://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/royal-brunch-/
Limited ticket sales! Purchase early!!!
Enjoy a delicious brunch and listen to HRH Prince Hassan of Jordan talk about the repercussions of the Arab Spring, U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
A panel of experts will discuss the Prince's remarks and engage the audience in debate over some of the most important issues of our day.
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International 101: The Forces Shaping International Business, Politics and Diplomacy |
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Join the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg in the 2012 Executive Lecture Series! Featuring Dr. Mehdi Noorbaksh, Associate Professor of International Affairs and Coordinator of General Education, Harrisburg University Dr. Oya Ozkanca, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Elizabethtown College Dr. Hossein Varamini, Professor of Finance and International Business, Elizabethtown College (ALL FORUMS BEGIN AT 6:30 P.M.)
FEB. 9, 2012 -- Understanding World Politics : An overview off the issues, philosophies and debates shaping international political thought.
Venue: Cumberland Valley High School - IMC
FEB. 23, 2012-- Armed Aggression and Global Peace: Understanding the pursuit of military power among nations around the globe, as well as approaches to conflict resolution to prevent wars and promote international stability.
Venue: Harrisburg University
MAR. 8, 2012 -- Non State Actors in International Politics: The roles that nongovernmental organizations play in international affairs, including an overview of the United Nations, World Trade organization, the European Union, as well as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
Venue: Cumberland Valley High School - IMC
MAR. 22, 2012 -- Promoting Human Development and Economic Well-Being: An overview of issues involving human rights, economic rights and international efforts to protect the environment .
Venue: Harrisburg University THANKS TO DR. CARL STRIKWERDA!
Keynote Opening Dinner Dr. Carl Strikwerda President of Elizabethtown College (Held Jan. 19, 2012 at the Camp Hill Radisson)
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Upcoming Author:
Jennifer Monahan
An American in Oz
Adventure Travel/Australia
Come explore the art of adventure travel, taste Australian wines and and enjoy stimulating conversation with some of the most interesting people in the Harrisburg area -- Associates of the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg!
February 24, 2012
Administration Building, Conference Rooms B/C
Dixon University Center
2986 N. Second Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
http://wacharrisburg.ticketleap.com/admin/events/an-american-in-oz-adventure-travel-for-women-with-author-jennif/details
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World Affairs Councils of America President and CEO
Lori Murray
"Global Is Local" in Huffington Post
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lori-e-murray/the-foreign-policy-debate_b_1102790.html?show_comment_id=119387082#comment_119387082
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CONGRATULATIONS
to the
World Affairs Councils of America
network
for a fantastic National Conference in Washington, D.C.
A CALL TO ACTION
to help stop the deterioration of
K-12 education in American schools
At the 2011 Annual Membership Meeting, the WACA national network endorsed a Call to Action Statement: Educating the Next Generation of Global Citizens. Show your support, sign the petition! The Call to Action Statment stresses the urgency of preparing the next generation of American decision-makers and opinion leaders to thrive in tomorrow's world. The WACA network has committed to addressing this issue through its local councils around the country.Click here to sign our petition
WACH President Joyce Davis introducing a panel of Washington journalists
at the World Affairs Councils of America national conference in
Washington, D.C.
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THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF HARRISBURG
welcomes
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE
THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION
and
CUMBERLAND VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
as
2012 SUSTAINING INSTITUTIONS
Shouldn't your organization join the mission to connect our Capital Region to the World?
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Hear President Joyce Davis's interview
with WYPR Baltimore
on
The Downfall of Moammar Qadaffi
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Dr. Patricia Jabbeh Wesley (with headdress) signs books after her appearance at the Great Female Author dinner on Oct. 28 at Widener Law School.
More Photos on Past Events Page.
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Summer Interns and Youth Congress officers
on Field Trip to Washington, D.C.!
Intern
Rachel Farneth, Youth Congress President Cole Goodman, Youth Congress
Treasurer Nadia Miller and Youth Congress Vice President Drew Goodwin
visit the National Art Museum in a day that included enjoying the
International Folklife Festival.
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THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF HARRISBURG
Thanks
THE SIDER INSTITUTE for Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan Studies, Messiah College
For Hosting Our
First Anniversary Conference on June 6, 2011
People of the Book:
Modeling Civility in an Uncivil World
Hassina Sher-Jan
An Afghan business woman, & co-author of
Toughing it Out in Afghanistan
Her biography can be found here.
We were pleased to host Hassina Sher-Jan May 12-14. Not only was the dinner on May 13th a wonderful and enlightening evening, but we were very happy that Hassina was able to speak at local schools -- Cumberland Valley High School and Harrisburg Academy. And, she even took time to meet with our Youth Congress!
If you want to learn more about her work and organization, please visit the
Aid Afghanistan for Education website.
