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The Need for Security Sector Reform in Afghanistan to Curb Corruption
This paper, on the basis of available literature and organizations’ experiences, aims to evaluate and analyze the institutional limitations and weaknesses of the police and judicial sector of Afghanistan’s security sector. Understanding the trends and inadequate practices in the services delivery systems of the Afghan security sector will set the
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New People’s Army and the Philippines: No end in sight?
Noriko Hashimoto discusses the prolonged conflict between the government of the Philippines and the communist rebel group, New People's Army. After giving an overview of the long and tragic history, focusing primarily on the presidencies of Ramos and Arroyo, Hashimoto looks to the underlying factors of poverty and land distribution,
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Recognition of Statehood or Recognition for Statehood: The Legal Strategy behind Palestine’s Application for UN Full Membership
UPeace graduate student Bernard Ntahiraja examines the legal basis behind the strategic 2011 application for full membership of Palestine within the United Nations. He concludes that strategy as opposed to a sincere legal claim to statehood inspired Palestine's bid before the UN, with the clear objective of accelerating the process
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Switzerland’s “Minaret Conflict”
Switzerland’s “Minaret Conflict” Author: Lucy Dubochet Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on 10/06/2008   I. Description In 2006 and 2007 a few Muslim communities had requested building permits to add a minaret to their mosques. In many cases, although local administrations had considered that there was no legal
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Can the European Union be a peace-maker in the world? In Kosovo?
Jan Oberg discusses the legality of Kosovo's declaration of independence, the dangers of an increasingly militant and tactless EU foreign policy, and the continued need for creative thinking and enlightened policy reform.
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Radioactive Weapons Testing in California
Radioactive Weapons Testing in California Author: Cathy Garger Originally Published at Peace and Conflict Monitor on 01/10/2008 The recent article at InsideBayArea.com, “Livermore Lab: What a difference a month makes” (November 15, 2007, Article ID 7469063) discusses the downgrading of the managerial role and lessened involvement of the University of
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Who Will Save Darfur
Genocide in Darfur is stuck between international bureaucracy and lethargic, discriminate Sudanese politics. Pkalya probes Western states, special interests, and humanitarian aide initiatives, while we sit and wait to see who will save Darfur.
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The Bougainville conflict: A classic outcome of the resource-curse effect?
Pre-existing ethnic and economic divisions between Bougainville and the rest of Papua New Guinea and the mismanagement of the copper wealth of the Panguna Mine exacerbated existing tensions and provided radical Bougainvilleans an excuse to legitimise the pursuit of violence as a means to resolve their grievances. This article examines
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International Law and the War in Gaza: from fog of war to fog of law
The Gaza War (December 2008 - January 2009) left 1,166 to 1,417 Palestinians and 13 Israelis dead. Professor Juan Amaya Castro discusses the conflict with reference to sources of international law.
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Comfort Women and the Failure of International Law
Seong Eun Lee discusses the failure of international law to hold states responsible for their use of women as sexual slaves during the Pacific War. The history of international treaties and regulations outlawing such behaviour are briefly reviewed, as is the current state of the former comfort women's struggle for
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A @universityforpeace initiative that publishes ideas for peacebuilding on a global scale. Authors are from different countries and fields.


🕊️ 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:

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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 
@magnoliaespaz


Can Community-Driven Initiatives Overcome Food Ins
Can Community-Driven Initiatives Overcome Food Insecurity? 🌱 Uncover how community organizations in Ciudad Colon are taking bold steps to tackle food insecurity. How do their innovative approaches compare to national food aid programs? Explore the impact of COVID-19 and the quest for sustainable agroecological frameworks. Dive into the full article at www.ideasforpeace.org and be part of the fight against #FoodInsecurity. Join us in creating a future where everyone has access to nutritious food. #CommunityFoodSecurity #FoodAid #Agroecology #CostaRica



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