The pedagogical value of the past is to today’s European establishment what the uninhibited pursuit of freedom is to the American one, a foundational story, an essence.Phillippe Leroux-Martin, The Economist, 11/8/18 This USIP Commentary by Phillippe Leroux-Martin looks at the lessons of World War I in reflecting on peacebuilding today. It’s a good read. ClickContinueContinue reading “What Can World War I Teach Us About Peacebuilding Today?, The Economist, 11/8/18”
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Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Webinar, Columbia University, 12/13/18
If you are looking to improve your negotiation skills, you might consider this short free webinar offered by the Master of Science program in negotiation and conflict resolution at Columbia University in December 13. Click here or below for more information.
Abigail Disney Talk at the Alliance for Peacebuilding Conference, October 2018
At the October Alliance for Peacebuilding Conference in Washington, DC filmmaker Abigail Disney spoke about the depiction of violence in film and what Hollywood and media can do to respond. I’ve sat through a lot of talks over the years, but this is one of the best I’ve heard. As you might know, she isContinueContinue reading “Abigail Disney Talk at the Alliance for Peacebuilding Conference, October 2018”
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