USIP Program: Networked Impact of International Education for Peace (video)

By: David J. Smith, March 20, 2017 On February 21, I participated in a forum at USIP on the impact of networks in international education in promoting peace.   The forum was hosted by the USIP Academy. Dr. Jeff Pugh from the University of Massachusetts – Boston, was the moderator and organizer. Click below for the 2 hourContinueContinue reading “USIP Program: Networked Impact of International Education for Peace (video)”

Passing of Richard Solomon, Former President of USIP

By: David J. Smith, March 14, 2017 Richard Solomon, the 3rd president of the U.S. Institute of Peace, passed away on March 13.  I was privileged to work at USIP during his tenure.  He was a personable leader and enthusiastic supporter of peacebuilding education efforts.   I fondly remember getting notes and  getting comments from himContinueContinue reading “Passing of Richard Solomon, Former President of USIP”

Goodbye Global Peacebuilding Center, Hello Public Education: USIP Launches New Educational Site

By: David J. Smith, March 5, 2017 In late February, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) launched a new web site for engaging youth and public audiences.   The Global Peacebuilding Center website, established in 2012, has been retired.   If you go to http://www.buildingpeace.org, formerly the web address for the Global Peacebuilding Center, you will beContinueContinue reading “Goodbye Global Peacebuilding Center, Hello Public Education: USIP Launches New Educational Site”