Faculty of Peace Education

Faculty of Peace Education in association with IAEWP (NGO ECOSOC UN)

Dean : Steve Rajan FarukhDirector General, IAEWP  ( NGO ECOSOC UN )

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  1. Expertise in Conflict Resolution: Peace studies faculty members are typically experts in conflict resolution, negotiation, and mediation. Their knowledge and skills contribute to finding peaceful solutions to conflicts at various levels, from interpersonal to international.
  2. Educating Future Peacebuilders: Faculty members in peace studies programs educate and mentor students who are interested in becoming future peacebuilders. They provide students with the necessary knowledge, tools, and perspectives to contribute effectively to conflict prevention, resolution, and post-conflict reconstruction.
  3. Research and Innovation: Faculty members engage in research that advances the understanding of conflict dynamics and peacebuilding processes. Their research contributes to the development of new theories, methodologies, and practices in the field, fostering innovation in peace studies.
  4. Promoting Social Justice: Peace studies often intersects with social justice issues. Faculty members play a role in educating students about systemic injustices, human rights, and ways to address these issues through peaceful means.
  5. Building Cross-Cultural Understanding: Peace studies faculty often emphasize the importance of cultural competence and understanding in resolving conflicts. Their work helps bridge cultural gaps and promotes cross-cultural dialogue, fostering mutual understanding and respect.
  6. Policy Advocacy: Faculty members may engage in policy research and advocacy, influencing governmental and non-governmental organizations to adopt policies that contribute to peace and conflict resolution. They may also participate in peacebuilding initiatives at local, national, and international levels.
  7. Community Engagement: Many peace studies programs encourage community engagement and service. Faculty members often collaborate with local communities, NGOs, and grassroots organizations, bringing academic insights to practical peacebuilding efforts.
  8. Global Perspective: Given the interconnected nature of today’s world, peace studies faculty provide a global perspective on conflict and peace. They help students understand the global context of conflicts and the importance of international cooperation in fostering peace.
  9. Promoting Nonviolent Communication: Faculty members often teach and promote nonviolent communication skills, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, empathy, and understanding in resolving conflicts without resorting to violence.
  10. Creating a Culture of Peace: Ultimately, peace studies faculty contribute to the creation of a culture of peace by instilling in their students a commitment to nonviolence, justice, and cooperation. This, in turn, can have a positive ripple effect in society.
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