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Today in 1869: Birth of Mahatma Gandhi
Mohandas K. Gandhi – better known as Mahatma Gandhi – was born today, October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, India. During the coming year leading up to his 150th birthday, groups and organizations will be honoring his legacy and reminding us of his work. The National Gandhi Museum in New Delhi is a valuable source for hisContinueContinue reading “Today in 1869: Birth of Mahatma Gandhi”
Featured Peacebuilding Group: Olive Tree Initiative
This week’s Featured Peacebuilding Group is the Olive Tree Initiative which I was reintroduced to this past week at the Peace and Justice Studies Association conference in Philadelphia. The Olive Tree Initiative promotes conflict analysis and resolution through rigorous academic preparation, experiential education and leadership development. The program provide students, faculty and community participants withContinueContinue reading “Featured Peacebuilding Group: Olive Tree Initiative”
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