I’ve written before about the initiative that was started at Point of View/George Mason University in June that is looking at our field, the challenges it faces, and ways to better connect those working to advance conflict resolution and peacebuilding. At Point of View in June 2017, 50 professionals from organizations were brought together forContinueContinue reading “ACR Gathering: Defining Our Field and Work in Challenging Times”
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The Hidden Gem is Within You: Exploring Your Career Potential
At the Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) Conference (10/11-10/14) in Dallas, TX this week, I had a wonderful opportunity to explore career strategies with Sarah Kauffman and Tracy King. Sarah and Tracy are young professionals, both University of Baltimore graduates (master’s in negotiations and conflict management), and both working in the field. Sarah is workingContinueContinue reading “The Hidden Gem is Within You: Exploring Your Career Potential”
Preparing for a Career as a Peacebuilder: Learning Arabic, Going Abroad, and Studying Peace
On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week (10/10-10/11) I visited Austin Community College (ACC) in Austin, TX to meet with students, educators, and community members on peacebuilding and careers. This was my third visit to ACC, and I have been honored over the years to work with the founder of the peace and conflict programContinueContinue reading “Preparing for a Career as a Peacebuilder: Learning Arabic, Going Abroad, and Studying Peace”
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