International Women’s Day
Women of WAC
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 to honor the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. In honor of this day, we celebrated the hard work and dedication of our staff by highlighting the important differences we make every day through our nonprofit organization.
Michelle Harpenau, the Executive Director of the World Affairs Council for over 8 years, leads all aspects of programming and strategy for the council including revenue generation, community partnerships, staffing, and strategic planning. She is committed to making this region the most prominent location for international understanding and cultural awareness for students, families, and professionals.
Click here to learn more about Michelle Harpenau and her impact at the Council.
Arnela Hepner and her family immigrated from Bosnia when she was just a little girl. Her roots and culture are ingrained in her work every day as she provides a new vision of our global organization. As the Director of Special Projects, Arnela focuses on the development of membership, program support through grant writing, and special large events such as the gala and annual education events.
Click here to learn more about Arnela Hepner and her impact at the Council.
Hannah Gerth joined the World Affairs Council as a Public Ally in September of 2017. Public Allies Cincinnati is an AmeriCorps program designed for individuals seeking leadership guidance through community service and professional work. Each “Ally” is partnered with a nonprofit organization and required to complete a sustainable community outreach program. Hannah now operates all marketing and communication platforms. In her new role as the Manager of Communications and Programs, she organizes and implements our Global Education Programs into local schools.
Click here to learn more about Hannah Gerth and her impact at the Council.
