David J. Smith

Montgomery College Talk Set for 4/17, 9 – 11 a.m. on Peacebuilding and Diversity

By: David J. Smith, April 5, 2017 I will be speaking at Montgomery College in Rockville, MD on Monday, April 17 from 9-11 a.m. as part of 2017 Arab American Heritage Month. My talk will focus on the nexus between diversity and peacebuilding. The event is open to the public! See the flyer belowContinueContinue reading “Montgomery College Talk Set for 4/17, 9 – 11 a.m. on Peacebuilding and Diversity”

USIP Works in Afghan Higher Education to Promote Peace Education

by: David J. Smith, April 5, 2017 The U.S. Institute of Peace is working with universities in Afghanistan to reduce extremism and promote peace education. This article by Joshua Levkowitz highlights the important work that is taking place. Click below to read the entire piece

Pinkcast 1.20: Discover Your Purpose (in one minute) with the Napkin Test (video)

By: David J. Smith, April 4, 2017 I’m a big fan of Daniel Pink’s work. I subscribe to his Pinkcast which he sends periodically with 1-2 minute videos with ideas to improve your work and your day. This one on discovering your purpose with coach Richard Leider is particularly relevant to those purposing peaceContinueContinue reading “Pinkcast 1.20: Discover Your Purpose (in one minute) with the Napkin Test (video)”