CISV - Pittsburgh Chapter

This is the PUBLIC page for CISV Pittsburgh. CISV Pittsburgh provides a range of unique, educational group activities, which develop cross-cultural understanding in children, youth and adults from around the world. By encouraging respect for cultural differences and the development of self-awareness, CISV empowers each participant to incorporate these values into their lives as they becom

03/08/2026

The ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s were a time of racial segregation and limited work opportunities for women—especially Black women. Some professions like journalism and comics were heavily dominated by men, while the majority of women remained homemakers.

The JB will celebrate Women’s International Day by learning about the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The event will focus on Jackie Ormes and how she confronted issues like racism and pollution through strong and independent heroines in her comic strips.

When: March 17, 2026, 4pm to 5pm
Where: Assemble, 4824 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224

02/17/2026

Everyone is welcome!
Casa San José, an advocacy group for the Latino community, will lead a discussion about your rights as a citizen, refugee or immigrant.

Afterward, help our Junior Branch show support for refugees and immigrants that call our city home by making Valentines to distribute with Red Cards (know your rights cards).

Sunday, February 22 from 2:00-4:00 pm
CMU’s Nexus, Cohon University Center First floor, Suite 102. Register via link in bio!