2009-12-21T21:10:00Z http://internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com/events/event/feed?xn_auth=no tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-09-09:780588:Event:173543 2009-09-09T21:17:59.027Z Tony Karbo

APCJ is looking for two book reviews and two briefings for its upcoming issue in December. Volume 2, No. 2 of APCJ is open to all thematic areas of peace and conflict issues. The staff at APCJ are looking for contributors who have recently reviewed books in the braod areas of peace and conflict studies. Send reviews and briefings to:<br /> editor@apcj.upeace.org or assted@apcj.upeace.org.<br /> Deadline for receiving contributions is October 31, 2009.

APCJ is looking for two book reviews and two briefings for its upcoming issue in December. Volume 2, No. 2 of APCJ is open to all thematic areas of peace and conflict issues. The staff at APCJ are looking for contributors who have recently reviewed books in the braod areas of peace and conflict studies. Send reviews and briefings to:<br /> editor@apcj.upeace.org or assted@apcj.upeace.org.<br /> Deadline for receiving contributions is October 31, 2009. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-07-11:780588:Event:160150 2009-07-11T02:45:11.057Z Gabriela Monica Lucuta

For the first time ever, an international team of marchers will circle the planet form New Zealand to Argentina, while activities will take place in more than 100 countries linking everything together. Thousand of events including marches, festivals, exhibits, concerts, forums,conferences,an social, cultural, educational, and athletic events will raise awareness of the urgent need for peace and nonviolence.

For the first time ever, an international team of marchers will circle the planet form New Zealand to Argentina, while activities will take place in more than 100 countries linking everything together. Thousand of events including marches, festivals, exhibits, concerts, forums,conferences,an social, cultural, educational, and athletic events will raise awareness of the urgent need for peace and nonviolence. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-10-21:780588:Event:184324 2009-10-21T18:44:17.436Z Susan Landes Beck

EMU's Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) is accepting application for the 2010-2011 Graduate Program in Conflict Transformation. <a href="http://www.emu.edu/cjp/grad">http://www.emu.edu/cjp/grad</a><br /> Students may choose from the following concentrations: Strategic Peacebuilding, Restorative Justice, Trauma Healing, International and Community Development, or Organizational Leadership.<br /> <br /> CJP is a recognized leader among academic peacebuilding institutions in integrating academic study and p&hellip;

EMU's Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) is accepting application for the 2010-2011 Graduate Program in Conflict Transformation. <a href="http://www.emu.edu/cjp/grad">http://www.emu.edu/cjp/grad</a><br /> Students may choose from the following concentrations: Strategic Peacebuilding, Restorative Justice, Trauma Healing, International and Community Development, or Organizational Leadership.<br /> <br /> CJP is a recognized leader among academic peacebuilding institutions in integrating academic study and practice. The program includes traditional full-time (2 year), part-time, and/or Intensive Study options through the Summer Peacebuilding Institute (SPI). <a href="http://www.emu.edu/cjp/spi/">http://www.emu.edu/cjp/spi/</a><br /> <br /> For more information, visit our website or contact Janelle Myers-Benner, Academic Program Coordinator: bennerj@emu.edu or (540) 432-4986 or (800) 710-7871.<br /> <br /> Core Faculty: Lisa Schirch, Howard Zehr, Jayne Seminare Dochery, Nancy Good, David Brubaker, Barry Hart, Carl Stauffer. Part-time faculty: John Paul Lederach, Hizkias Assefa, David Anderson Hooker.<br /> <br /> CJP students come from over 50 countries and bring many cultural and religious traditions. CJP students and graduates include over 65 Fulbright-sponsored scholars from over 20 countries.<br /> <br /> EMU/CJP is a 2 hour drive from Washington, D.C. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-11-05:780588:Event:186967 2009-11-05T16:12:37.881Z Susan Landes Beck

SPI 2010 is accepting applications starting November 2009 through January 8, 2010. <b>The 15th annual Summer Peacebuilding Institute, will be held from May 10 to June 18</b> at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Intended for people active in peacebuilding and related fields, SPI offers <b>three 7-day sessions and one 5-day session</b>, each with five or six intensive courses running concurrently, for <u>academic credit or as professional training</u>. <b>Persons may apply fo</b>&hellip;

SPI 2010 is accepting applications starting November 2009 through January 8, 2010. <b>The 15th annual Summer Peacebuilding Institute, will be held from May 10 to June 18</b> at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Intended for people active in peacebuilding and related fields, SPI offers <b>three 7-day sessions and one 5-day session</b>, each with five or six intensive courses running concurrently, for <u>academic credit or as professional training</u>. <b>Persons may apply for one or up to four courses</b>.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> SPI 2010 will offer courses of use to practitioners, students, and those interested in learning more about peacebuilding. There are courses in restorative justice, trauma awareness and healing, mediation, reconciliation, conflict analysis, research and theory. Several courses operate at the intersection of conflict transformation with a related field: development, environmental policy, human rights, identity, faith, and consensus-building.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Stimulating conversations with people in other courses and from various cultural and religious backgrounds in the U.S. and from over 50 countries expand the learning exponentially.<br /> <br /> <br /> You may view and download Summer 2010 course offerings, schedules, instructor bios, estimated costs, and an application form at <a href="http://www.emu.edu/cjp/spi/">http://www.emu.edu/cjp/spi/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> Applications must be made by January 8, 2010. Email spi@emu.edu with your questions or for help if you encounter difficulties in applying. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-11-10:780588:Event:187843 2009-11-10T21:45:58.388Z Valerie Smith

CANADIAN SCHOOL OF PEACEBUILDING 2010<br /> <br /> CSOP 2010 is accepting applications from November 10, 2009 through April 1, 2010<br /> <br /> Join local, national and international practitioners and students of peace, justice and development at the second annual Canadian School of Peacebuilding to be held at Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) in Winnipeg, MB, June 14 to July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two or three courses running concurrently, will be offered for academic credit or for training for pr&hellip;

CANADIAN SCHOOL OF PEACEBUILDING 2010<br /> <br /> CSOP 2010 is accepting applications from November 10, 2009 through April 1, 2010<br /> <br /> Join local, national and international practitioners and students of peace, justice and development at the second annual Canadian School of Peacebuilding to be held at Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) in Winnipeg, MB, June 14 to July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two or three courses running concurrently, will be offered for academic credit or for training for practitioners. For more information or to apply, go to <a href="http://www.cmu.ca/csop">www.cmu.ca/csop</a> or e-mail csop@cmu.ca.<br /> <br /> SESSION I – JUNE 14-18<br /> <br /> Poets, Prophets and Music of Social Justice<br /> Instructors: John Bell, with Irma Fast Dueck<br /> <br /> Our Contested Food System: Cultivating a Just Peace<br /> In collaboration with Canadian Foodgrains Bank<br /> Instructors: Cathy Campbell, Martin Entz, Kenton Lobe and Ray Vander Zaag<br /> <br /> A Cree Perspective on Non-Violence<br /> Instructor: Ovide Mercredi<br /> <br /> SESSION II – JUNE 21-25<br /> <br /> Agents of Change in Intractable Conflicts: Lessons from Middle East Peacebuilding<br /> Instructor: Marc Gopin<br /> <br /> Peace Skills Practice<br /> Instructor: Karen Ridd<br /> <br /> Mennonite Approaches to Peace and Justice<br /> In collaboration with Mennonite Central Committee Canada<br /> Instructor: Harry Huebner<br /> <br /> SESSION III – JUNE 28-JULY 2<br /> <br /> International Perspectives on Restorative Justice<br /> Instructor: Howard Zehr<br /> <br /> Thriving in a Firestorm: Congregational Peacebuilding<br /> In collaboration with Congregational Peacebuilding Partners<br /> Instructor: Lois Edmund tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-11-16:780588:Event:188734 2009-11-16T23:11:28.366Z Feizi Milani

32 teenagers from 4 public schools began this training program focused on SERVANT LEADERSHIP, YOUTH PARTICIPATION and CONFLICT RESOLUTION.

32 teenagers from 4 public schools began this training program focused on SERVANT LEADERSHIP, YOUTH PARTICIPATION and CONFLICT RESOLUTION. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-11-16:780588:Event:188736 2009-11-16T23:16:39.644Z Feizi Milani

This program has been established since 1999, and more than 5,500 mothers and fathers have been benefited. Now, it will begin on a small town near Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia - Brazil. I will work simultaneously in 4 public schools, with all interested parents.

This program has been established since 1999, and more than 5,500 mothers and fathers have been benefited. Now, it will begin on a small town near Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia - Brazil. I will work simultaneously in 4 public schools, with all interested parents. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-11-24:780588:Event:191765 2009-11-24T00:20:55.351Z Marisa Alioto

The Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies at the University of San Diego is accepting applications for the 2010-2011 M.A. Program in Peace and Justice Studies. <a href="http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies">http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies</a>.<br /> <br /> The Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Studies is a full-time interdisciplinary program emphasizing peace as human development. The Peace and Justice Studies Program accentuates the integration and use of theoretical and practical materials from ethi&hellip;

The Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies at the University of San Diego is accepting applications for the 2010-2011 M.A. Program in Peace and Justice Studies. <a href="http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies">http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies</a>.<br /> <br /> The Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Studies is a full-time interdisciplinary program emphasizing peace as human development. The Peace and Justice Studies Program accentuates the integration and use of theoretical and practical materials from ethics, world religions, international relations, conflict resolution, development, and human rights along with the acquisition of skills necessary for successful pursuit of peace and justice goals.<br /> <br /> Students may choose from the following concentrations: Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Development, Human Rights, or Human Security. Students from all four thematic areas will engage in dialog with each other and the Program’s faculty.<br /> <br /> The Program takes full advantage of the School of Peace Studies’ two institutes: the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace &amp; Justice and the Trans-Border Institute.<br /> <br /> Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Studies students come from over 20 countries and bring many cultural and religious traditions.<br /> <br /> Please visit our website for more details:<br /> <a href="http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies">http://www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies</a>.<br /> <br /> For more information on the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies and the Masters Program in Peace and Justice Studies, please contact Marisa Alioto, Outreach and Student Services Coordinator: mnalioto(at)sandiego.edu or 619-260-7929. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-09-03:780588:Event:172643 2009-09-03T14:57:25.917Z Global Youth Connect Staff

Rwanda Human Rights Delegation for Young Leaders -- Dec 28, 2009 - Jan 11, 2010<br /> <br /> Program Location: Rwanda<br /> <br /> Application Deadline: September 25, 2009<br /> <br /> Global Youth Connect, an international human rights organization, is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications from young leaders (ages 18-30) for our Winter international human rights delegation to Rwanda.<br /> <br /> Human rights delegations are a unique, first-hand opportunity to cross cultural boundaries and learn about the daily reality of hu&hellip;

Rwanda Human Rights Delegation for Young Leaders -- Dec 28, 2009 - Jan 11, 2010<br /> <br /> Program Location: Rwanda<br /> <br /> Application Deadline: September 25, 2009<br /> <br /> Global Youth Connect, an international human rights organization, is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications from young leaders (ages 18-30) for our Winter international human rights delegation to Rwanda.<br /> <br /> Human rights delegations are a unique, first-hand opportunity to cross cultural boundaries and learn about the daily reality of human rights as experienced in a complex and increasingly globalized world. Each delegation weaves together three core sets of activities: site visits to local organizations, hands-on fieldwork projects, and a human rights training workshop with local youth activists.<br /> <br /> Rwanda (Dec 28, 2009 - Jan 11, 2010)<br /> <br /> Program Tuition: $1,800<br /> <br /> This delegation will explore the roots of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, how this legacy of violence has impacted the country and its people, particularly Rwandan youth, and also how the country is attempting to rebuild today. We will examine issues of truth, justice and reconciliation in the context of post-conflict Rwanda and what is needed to strengthen local institutions and programs dedicated to promoting a culture of respect for human rights. Participants will connect with young Rwandans and get involved in a variety of collaborative projects aimed at promoting human rights as well as meet with leading human rights defenders, government representatives, international institutions, youth and others from local communities to learn more about the political, economic and social challenges faced by Rwandans today.<br /> <br /> Application Deadline: September 25, 2009<br /> <br /> How to Apply: We invite interested young leaders to apply. We are looking for participants who are between the ages of 18-30 and who possess U.S. citizenship or residency as well as international students studying full-time at a U.S. college or university. Most importantly, applicants should wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of human rights and social justice in a cross cultural context.<br /> <br /> For detailed information on program activities, costs, fundraising/financial aid, and application information, please visit: www.globalyouthconnect.org/participate<br /> <br /> or contact GYC Rwanda Program Director Jesse Hawkes directly at jesse@globalyouthconnect.org.<br /> <br /> Global Youth Connect is an international human rights organization which is building and supporting a community of youth who are actively promoting and protecting human rights, and educating and inspiring the next generation to work for peaceful change. We have been organizing international human rights delegations since 2001. Please visit our website to learn more about our work: www.globalyouthconnect.org.<br /> <br /> Specific information about previous Rwanda delegations can be found at http://www.globalyouthconnect.org/country_rwanda.html. tag:internationalpeaceandconflict.ning.com,2009-10-30:780588:Event:186030 2009-10-30T20:13:14.544Z GlobalFamily Day 2010

At a time in history when we have never had more need for human unity, let's recognize a practical new tool for peace and sharing that the US Congress and the UN General Assembly have created for us (see resolutions unanimously adopted in 2000, 2001 and 2006). On January 1, 2010, let's recognize and celebrate Globalfamily Day, One Day of Peace and Sharing for all faiths, cultures, races, nationalities and economic classes. During the 48 hours of January 2010, let's break bread together, ring bel&hellip;

At a time in history when we have never had more need for human unity, let's recognize a practical new tool for peace and sharing that the US Congress and the UN General Assembly have created for us (see resolutions unanimously adopted in 2000, 2001 and 2006). On January 1, 2010, let's recognize and celebrate Globalfamily Day, One Day of Peace and Sharing for all faiths, cultures, races, nationalities and economic classes. During the 48 hours of January 2010, let's break bread together, ring bells, and pledge to find non-violent solutions to all our problems in the year ahead. If you agree, please register here and sign the Globalfamily Harmony Pledge. Then tell your friends, your families, your neighbors, your co-workers, and help us establish this new 21st century tradition that puts true meaning and new pleasure into the words "New Year.” On January 1, at the start of the United Nations Year of the Planet, let's all gather at our electronic hearth and celebrate life on earth together. Let’s replace hate and hunger with peace and sharing, and begin to unite our global family.<br /> <br /> How:<br /> <br /> On January 1, 2010, Citizens around the world, led by endorsing heads of state and their families will participate in simple 21st century style ceremonies. They will share food and make pledges to work to solve all conflicts in the coming year through non-violent means. The symbolic power of breaking bread is also encouraged on this day. Families can bake bread in their own tradition or ones they may adopt, and share their bread with friends, neighbors and those in need.<br /> <br /> At 12 noon on January 1, 2010, all are invited to ring a bell or beat a drum to spread the message of unity throughout the world. Also, during the 48 hours that it is January first somewhere on earth, people everywhere are invited to reach out, through their neighborhoods, communities, and especially through the Internet, to send positive greetings to all other members of our global family.<br /> <br /> Thus, at the start of 2010, 10th anniversary of the gathering of Israeli and Palestinian families at a West Bank Refugee Camp to inaugurate Globalfamily Day, we can begin a new, worldwide tradition of peace and sharing. This will be an annual globalfamily reunion that will hopefully continue for the next millennium or two.