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Funny how things change
Funny how things change Author: Peter Krupa Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on: 03/14/2005 Category: Interview Like all of us, Ruxandra Tanase has a few vivid memories from her childhood snapshots she calls them, and for her they are images of life in Romania before the fall of
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  • July 6, 2020
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Global Witness
Joe Schumacher is in conversation with Erin Wakes and Gavin Heyman of Global Witness, a London and New York based NGO concerned with the ethical use of natural resources, particularly in the extractive industries. Much of their work focuses on highlighting corruption and promoting transparency in accounting practises.
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  • July 6, 2020
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In order to change something in my country, I need to change myself
Irene Munz writes: "I have the great pleasure to be with Tahmina in the same program, Gender and Peace Building, here at UPEACE. Although we detected very soon, that our motivations and interests are similar, each of us student is bringing a different background and different visions, enriching our daily
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  • July 6, 2020
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Human Rights in Afghanistan
Joe Schumacher quizzes Elizabeth Griffin of Essex University on her Amnesty International sponsored inquiry into Human Rights and the Justice system in Afghanistan. She argues for a bigger role for the UN and greater emphasis on security first.
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  • July 6, 2020
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Helping Out
Helping Out Author: Sabrina Sideris Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on: 09/16/2005 Category: Interview The earthquake on December 26, 2004 that measured at least 9.0 in magnitude and the catastrophic tsunami that followed fifteen minutes later affected nine countries bordering the Indian Ocean and took at least 22,000
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  • July 6, 2020
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If I had got married, I’d be dead today.
Better late - then never. A couple days after our official start at UPEACE (University for Peace), we noticed another colorful shirt and a new face of a tall strong man. As for many other African students the trip to UPEACE, was anything but easy. Sam’s journey included five stopovers,
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  • June 30, 2020
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Fixing Obama’s Crooked Cabinet
Fixing Obama’s Crooked Cabinet Author: Pandora Hopkins Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on: 08/15/2009 Category: Opinion I am a true-blue American citizen, I am a passionate believer in the two-party system, I am a proud Democrat, a member of the reach-across-the-aisle party that is showing the world how
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  • June 26, 2020
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Movement forward, very honestly
In an exclusive interview, the first since her party returned to power in April this year, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga outlined her strategy to establish peace in Sri-Lanka. "Actually," she says, "We have gone about seventy five percent of the way to meet the Tigers request for the agenda."
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No Small Mercy: How a Rwandan genocide survivor made peace with the man who almost killed her
Fifteen years after Rwandan Hutu massacred hundreds of thousands of their Tutsi countrymen, one survivor and the man who cut off her hand tell the horrible truth about the genocide and explain how, even with so much suffering between them, they eventually made peace.
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Fresh Ideas for Peru
Fresh Ideas for Peru Author: Rafael Velásquez Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on: 02/01/2006 Category: Interview Dr. Francisco Sagasti is President of FORO Nacional/Internacional, an institution that promotes dialogue, debate and consensus on critical development issues, and Director of its Agenda: PERU program on development strategies and democratic
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A @universityforpeace initiative that publishes ideas for peacebuilding on a global scale. Authors are from different countries and fields.


🧠 How can we measure and prevent torture on a g
🧠 How can we measure and prevent torture on a global scale?

Join us for an urgent and insightful discussion on human rights, data, and collective action.

✨ Featuring voices deeply committed to the defense of human dignity through international advocacy and research.

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#IdeasforPeace #TorturePrevention #PeaceEducation


🕊️ Can a flag, a bridge or a wedding symbol c
🕊️ Can a flag, a bridge or a wedding symbol carry the weight of peace?
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, symbols shape memory, identity, and even conflict.
This story explores how reclaiming heritage and co-creating meaning through community spaces can help rebuild trust after war.

Read the full article now on Ideas for Peace (link in bio).
#IdeasforPeace #BosniaHerzegovina #Srebrenica30 #peacebuilding


🌱 Climate change is affecting people’s lives
🌱 Climate change is affecting people’s lives in Northern Ghana — but it’s also threatening the animals they rely on.

When goats and sheep go uncared for, entire communities suffer.
But what if animal welfare could actually make these communities more resilient?

📲 Swipe through to discover how one woman’s journey from Iran to Ghana led her to a powerful realization:
Caring for animals is part of caring for the planet.

👉 Read the full story: “Animal Welfare as a Crucial Adaptation Strategy in the Face of Climate Change” by Niknaz Alemi (link in bio).

#AnimalWelfare #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateJustice #Resilience #CommunityLedChange #NorthernGhana #OneHealth #PlanetCare


🧊 Can a nation be truly free if it doesn’t co
🧊 Can a nation be truly free if it doesn’t control its own resources?
🌍 Greenland’s Inuit are recognized under international law—
but Denmark still controls much of their land and natural wealth.
⚖️ What happens when rights exist on paper, but not in practice?
🔗 Read the full article — link in bio.
#InuitRights #Greenland #SelfDetermination #IdeasForPeace


🌱 Costa Rica se pinta de verde… pero el agua
🌱 Costa Rica se pinta de verde... pero el agua habla diferente. Detrás de los monocultivos que exportan riqueza, hay comunidades sin acceso a agua potable, suelos contaminados y ecosistemas que mueren en silencio.
🧪 Se usan 20 de los 22 plaguicidas más peligrosos del mundo.
💧 El 75% de nuestras fuentes hídricas están en riesgo.
🥀 La “violencia lenta” avanza… gota a gota.
📖 Leé el artículo completo y descubrí por qué la agricultura industrial amenaza nuestro futuro (enlace en bio): 
🔗 https://ideasforpeace.org/desafios-ambientales-en-costa-rica-la-agricultura-industrial-y-su-impacto-en-el-agua/
#DesafíosAmbientalesCR #Agroquímicos #DerechoAlAgua #CostaRicaNoEsTanVerde #CrisisAmbiental #ViolenciaLenta #Monocultivos #CambioYa


🌍 Peace doesn't start in conference rooms — i
🌍 Peace doesn't start in conference rooms — it starts in communities.
Meet the local peacebuilders redefining global harmony, one story at a time.
💬 Discover the #PeaceStartsHere campaign and read the full article now (link in bio) 👇
🔗 https://ideasforpeace.org/peace-starts-here-empowering-local-voices-for-global-harmony/


🎥 “Las palabras importan. La paz también se
🎥 “Las palabras importan. La paz también se construye con lo que decimos.” En Costa Rica, expresiones como “panderetas” han sido usadas para burlarse de comunidades evangélicas. Pero… ¿cuánto daño puede hacer una palabra? 
🛐 En su artículo, la Dra. Mariateresa Garrido analiza los discursos discriminatorios hacia grupos cristianos y su impacto en la libertad religiosa y los derechos humanos. 
📖 Leé el artículo completo en nuestro sitio (enlace en bio): 
🔗 ideasforpeace.org 
🗣️ La voz en este video fue generada con inteligencia artificial para fines narrativos. 
#IdeasForPeace #LibertadReligiosa #DerechosHumanos #CostaRica #RelanzamientoI4P #PazActiva


✨ We’re back.
The Ideas for Peace blog returns

✨ We’re back.
The Ideas for Peace blog returns this July with new voices, bold ideas, and stories that imagine peace from every corner of the world.

📚 Stay tuned — our first article drops soon.
🗣️ Voice in this video was generated using AI for storytelling purposes.

#IdeasForPeace #BlogRelaunch #PeaceInAction #VoicesForPeace


✨ ¡Volvemos!
Ideas for Peace se renueva este ju

✨ ¡Volvemos!
Ideas for Peace se renueva este julio con nuevas voces, nuevas preguntas y muchas ideas que merecen ser compartidas.
Porque construir paz empieza también con lo que nos atrevemos a imaginar y decir.
📚 Muy pronto, nuevos artículos en el blog.

#RelanzamientoI4P #IdeasForPeace #PazActiva #BlogDeIdeas #UPEACE


🌍 Happy International Youth Day! 🎉🎊 Today
🌍 Happy International Youth Day! 🎉🎊 Today, we celebrate the incredible potential and power of young people in shaping our world. 🌱💪 Let's empower and support the youth in their endeavors to create positive change, amplify their voices, and build a brighter future for all. 🌈🤝 #InternationalYouthDay #YouthPower #PositiveChange #BrighterFuture


🌱🌍 Climate change sparks self-reflection and
🌱🌍 Climate change sparks self-reflection and action! 🌿 As the climate crisis looms, eco-communities are emerging as a unique opportunity to reshape our way of life. Let's embrace sustainable living and pave the way for a brighter future together. 💡 #ClimateChange #EcoCommunities #SustainableLiving #BrighterFuture


🌿🌎 International Indigenous Day! Today, we
🌿🌎 International Indigenous Day!  Today, we honor and appreciate the rich cultural heritage, knowledge, and contributions of indigenous peoples around the world. Let's stand in solidarity with indigenous communities, preserving their traditions and protecting their rights. Together, we can build a more inclusive and harmonious world. 🤝 #IndigenousDay #CulturalHeritage #Solidarity #Inclusion


Conoce nuestras becas🌱
Conoce nuestras becas🌱


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🏛️ The Latin American Parliament: A Human Rights Pioneer!  Founded in 1964 for regional political integration, PARLATINO has made significant strides in advancing human rights in Latin America. This paper explores the game-changing "Leyes Modelo" framework and its impact on the continent's human rights agenda. 🕊️ Check out the full article at www.ideasforpeace.org to learn more! #PARLATINO #HumanRights #LatinAmerica #LeyesModelo


Discover a World of Topics! 🌍💡

At Ideas for
Discover a World of Topics! 🌍💡

At Ideas for Peace, we cover a wide range of subjects related to peace and conflict resolution. 

Explore our articles, podcast, videos, and more at www.ideasforpeace.org. Join the conversation and be part of the change! 🕊️🌱 #IdeasForPeace #PeacefulWorld #Topics #Explore


¡Publica con nosotros! 📝✨ Sigue nuestra guí
¡Publica con nosotros! 📝✨ Sigue nuestra guía para compartir tus ideas para la paz. Visita www.ideasforpeace.org y descubre cómo ser parte de nuestro equipo de colaboradores. 💬


Can International Law Secure Global Peace? 🌍 Th
Can International Law Secure Global Peace? 🌍 The integrity of international law is vital for global security, yet powerful states' violations and disinterest in international courts pose challenges. How can we reinforce international law to uphold peace and security? Join the conversation and read the full article at www.ideasforpeace.org. Let's work together to make a difference and create a world where peace prevails. #InternationalLaw #UnitedNations #Peace #Campaign


🌟 Discover a World of Ideas for Peace! 🌍💡
🌟 Discover a World of Ideas for Peace! 🌍💡

Looking for inspiring perspectives on peace and conflict resolution? Look no further! 🕊️💬 Check out our website www.ideasforpeace.org for thought-provoking articles, captivating photo essays, and engaging videos that contribute to building a more peaceful world.

📚 Expand your horizons with our diverse collection of topics.
🌿 Be part of the conversation for a brighter future.
🌐 Explore ideas that make a difference!

Join us at www.ideasforpeace.org today! 🙌🏽 #IdeasForPeace #PeacefulWorld #Inspiration #Explore


¡Únete a nuestro equipo! 🌍💼

El mundo espe
¡Únete a nuestro equipo! 🌍💼

El mundo espera soluciones a problemas complejos, desde el fin de los conflictos hasta la lucha contra el cambio climático. ¡En la Universidad para la Paz (UPAZ), trabajamos incansablemente para contribuir a la paz y el progreso mundiales!

Somos un equipo diverso de profesionales de todo el mundo, comprometidos con un entorno de trabajo inclusivo, respetuoso y positivo. Trabajarás en equipos multiculturales con perspectivas diversas y enfoques innovadores.

En la UPAZ, valoramos la igualdad y la no discriminación. Invitamos a personas indígenas, afrodescendientes, con discapacidad, migrantes, LGTBIQ+, y a todas las personas históricamente excluidas, a participar en nuestros procesos de contratación.

¡Especialmente instamos a las mujeres en esta diversidad a presentar sus postulaciones!

Nos emociona tu interés en ser parte de la UPAZ. Consulta las oportunidades disponibles en nuestro sitio web y únete a nuestro apasionante equipo. 💪🏽🌟 #UPAZ #TrabajoEnEquipo #OportunidadesProfesionales #Inclusión

https://www.upeace.org/pages/job-and-internship-opportunities


Únete GRATIS al evento "¿Cómo analizar conflict
Únete GRATIS al evento "¿Cómo analizar conflictos?".
De la mano de un panel internacional, donde expertos reconocidos explorarán las herramientas prácticas destinadas a la prevención e intervención en escenarios complejos.

Fecha: 25 de julio�
Hora: 19:00 GMT-5�
Webinar gratuito

Suscríbete aquí: https://www.wearemagnolia.org/event-details-registration/como-analizar-conflictos 
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