Rwanda key to peace in the DRC

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has witnessed an extraordinary number of attempts to resolve what is considered to be one of Africa's largest conflicts. All have failed to end the violence or bring sustainable peace. A month away from the 10th anniversary of the...

Disagree? How to Keep Talking Instead of Arguing

He takes a stupid stand. (Translation: he hit my hot button.) My first response is to dislike him. (Apparently that’s a universal reaction.) My distaste shows on my face and in my tone, despite my attempt to cover my feelings in a cloak of civility. Even friends or...

The Modern Peace Movement: 'Peace is Practical' Conference Report

Given the current major economic downturn, it's impossible for one to imagine the U.S federal government engaging in establishing a new Cabinet portfolio of any type. Particularly one, that on the surface would seem...

Philippines encouraged by Sudan experience

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dateline: Manila, The Philippines 13 February 2009 Philippines encouraged by Sudan experience Advisors to the Government of Sudan, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A) and the United Nations mediation shared...

Role of Spiritualism in Conflict Mediation

“Ego” tends to evaporate only when an individual develops broader vision, which is a symbol of spiritualism. With each step towards spiritualism, the ego tends to dilute. And in the state of infinity, the ego...

Radically New Conflict Resolution Concept Advanced by the Institue for Public...

On February 4, 2007 the Institute for Public Dialogue (IPD) submitted a proposal on "Public Talks" to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.    Public Talks, originated by John Connolly, the...

Australian Scientology Volunteer Ministers Join Grassroots Initiative to Tack...

A study published in a recent edition of the Medical Journal of Australia reporting that some 60 percent of Aborigines are chronic marijuana users brings home the urgency of this week's launch of Communities...

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