This inspirational and award-winning documentary was shown in Coventry University on 3 November during Coventry Peace Festival. It depicted the journey of two South Africans to bring healing and reconciliation to South Africa. The film was followed by a conversation … Continue reading →
Coventry is known internationally as a City of Peace and Reconciliation, but what does this actually mean in practice? How does it impact society, our relationships and our own lives? During 2017-18 the Reconciliation Ministry Team at Coventry Cathedral are … Continue reading →
UN Network of Young Peace Builders UNOY Peacebuilders is a global network strengthening sustainable youth-driven peacebuilding. We connect 80 youth peace organizations across 50 countries. Our goal is to create a world where young people have the opportunity and skills … Continue reading →
What Is Peacebuilding? The following was originally published on the UN Peacebuilding Support Office website. The term “Peacebuilding” first emerged in 1970s through the work of sociologist Johan Galtung who called for the creation of of peacebuilding structures to promote sustainable … Continue reading →
The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) is currently supporting more than 120 projects in 25 countries by delivering fast, flexible and relevant funding. Since its creation to the end of 2015, PBF has allocated $623 million to 33 countries to … Continue reading →
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in nearly 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience … Continue reading →
The peaceful settlement of disputes is fundamental to the purposes of the United Nations. The dispute between North and South Korea is only one of many examples where unresolved disputes lead to tension and the possible resumption of conflict. The United Nations … Continue reading →