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Path of Peace For the session to be discussed on December 8, 2024 Luke 3:1-6 David Cassady Nikki Hardeman Jaye Peabody Smith Daniel Glaze David Adams This episode focuses on themes of peace during the Advent season, guided by Luke 3:1-6. The episode introduces the new voice of Reverend Dr. J. Peabody Smith, learning about […]

Interview was done July 12, 2023! I love meeting new people willing to share their “lemon to lemonade” experience! This story is about Sahar who was born into a loving Christian family in Jerusalem and raised in Beit Sahour, near Bethlehem. Growing up in a country torn apart by political upheaval, Sahar struggled with feelings of hopelessne as she watched her people being persecuted, tormented, and even killed. Sahar received a scholarship to an American university. While there, she was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But staying true to her new faith was put to the test when she returned home to Palestine and her family didn't want to accept her religious decisions. She wrote a book Peace For a Palestinian. What message do you get from this interview? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sahar.qumsiyeh Link for Book Peace For a Palestinian: https://a.co/d/fG9ehOy ABOUT the LemonAid Stand: Heidi started hosting the LemonAid Stand live radio talk show, over 20 years ago, in 1999! It all came about when Heidi was dealing with thoughts of suicide, inadequacy, and dealing with infertility. She realized as she reached out to others and heard their stories, she would be uplifted and inspired no matter what she was going through. So this podcast has old "Original" shows from that time period. It also has "New" shows that are currently being recorded with new guests. And it has "Update" shows where Heidi reached out to original radio show guests to find out how the past 20 years have been! Theme song written and recorded by Heidi's baby brother Shane! Heidi is a motivational speaker and would love to speak at your event about how to elevate your happiness! Hear her TEDx talk at this link: https://www.ted.com/talks/heidi_alldredge_s_t_o_p_your_stinkin_thinkin Do you know a story that needs to be shared? Contact Heidi!  Email: HeidisLemonAidStand@gmail.com Website: https://www.heidislemonaidstand.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeidisLemonAidStand Instagram: @HeidisLemonAidStand Mail: PO BOX 926, Orem, Utah 84059

On December 16, USIP, the National Democratic Institute, the International Republican Institute, the National Endowment for Democracy, and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems held an in-person conversation with President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria. The discussion reflected on the legacy of his administration, his leadership in bringing the Electoral Act of 2022 into fruition and his promise to leave a legacy of credible elections in which the Nigerian people will be free to choose their leaders. Speakers Lise Grande, opening remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace His Excellency Muhammadu BuhariPresident of Nigeria Ambassador Johnnie Carson, moderatorSenior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-nigerian-president-muhammadu-buhari

On December 8, USIP held a conversation on the evolution of U.S. sanctions and how they can be used more effectively to resolve international conflicts without violence. Speakers Lise Grande, opening remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Stephen RademakerSenior Counsel, Covington; Former Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation Stephen J. Hadley, moderatorFormer U.S. National Security Advisor; Former Chair, Board of Directors, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/history-and-future-us-sanctions-policy

On December 6, USIP hosted a panel to explore how past international policing and reform efforts make the case for specialized policing interventions, what these specialized models look like in practice, and how they could be applied to current and emerging conflicts. Speakers Lise Grande President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Col. Giuseppe De MagistrisDirector, NATO Stability Policing Centre of Excellence Jaswant LalOfficer-in-Charge, Strategic Policy and Development Section, U.N. Police Division John F. SopkoSpecial Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction Amb. Lars-Gunnar WigemarkHead of Mission, EULEX Kosovo Philippe Leroux-Martin, moderator Director, Governance, Justice and Security, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/filling-security-gap-international-approaches-policing-conflict

On November 30, USIP hosted a conversation with Ambassador Daniel Feldman, the former chief of staff and counselor to Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry. Ambassador Feldman, who attended COP27, offered his insights from the trip and discussed how the conference’s focus on climate justice, climate financing, and debt-for-climate swaps will impact South Asian countries. Speakers Ambassador Daniel Feldman Former Chief of Staff and Counselor to Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry Tamanna Salikuddin, moderatorDirector, South Asia Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/after-cop27-whats-next-south-asia

On November 16, USIP hosted a conversation with U.N. Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide Alice Wairimu Nderitu on the efforts her office has taken to prevent atrocity crimes and to improve the U.N.’s ability to protect vulnerable civilian populations. Speakers Philippe Leroux-Martin, welcoming remarksDirector, Governance, Justice and Security, United States Institute of Peace Alice Wairimu NderituUnder-Secretary-General and U.N. Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide Lauren Baillie, moderatorSenior Program Officer, Atrocity Prevention, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/un-approach-preventing-atrocities

Kenya is currently one of three African states with a non-permanent seat on the U.N. Security Council. On November 4 at USIP, Kenya's Ambassador to the U.N. Martin Kimani discussed ways to advance the goals of the 2022 U.S.-Africa Strategy, the U.N. Security Council’s responses to threats to peace and security in Africa and globally, and Africa’s role in advancing peace and development through efforts in the United Nations and other multilateral forums. Speakers Joseph Sany, introductory remarksVice President, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Ambassador Martin KimaniKenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Makila James, moderatorSenior Advisor, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/africa-global-stage

On November 4, USIP hosted a conversation with five of the essayists on the sources of tension in the Japan-South Korea relationship and the creative ways in which policymakers, practitioners, and experts can address topics such as forced labor, collective wartime memories, the legacy of “comfort women,” the U.S.-South Korea-Japan trilateral alliance, and regional stability. Speakers Alexis DuddenProfessor of History, University of Connecticut Jonathan MillerDirector of the Indo-Pacific Program and Senior Fellow, Macdonald-Laurier Institute Nathan ParkInternational Litigation Lawyer; Nonresident Fellow, Sejong Institute in South Korea Dan SneiderLecturer, East Asian Studies, Stanford University Timothy WebsterProfessor of Law, Western New England University Frank Aum, moderatorSenior Expert, Northeast Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/resolving-tensions-between-south-korea-and-japan

On November 3, USIP hosted a conversation on the invasion of Ukraine's latest developments, Russia's strategic thinking, and the implications for Ukraine, Russia and Europe. Speakers Mark GaleottiPrincipal Director, Mayak Intelligence; Senior Associate Fellow, Royal United Services Institute Donald Jensen, moderatorDirector, Russia and Europe Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/putins-shifting-approach-conflict-and-war-ukraine

On October 27, International Religious Freedom Day, USIP hosted a conversation with Rashad Hussain, the U.S. ambassador at large for international religious freedom, on why promoting freedom of religion and belief around the world is central to advancing U.S. national security — as well as how the United States can provide global leadership around this vital agenda. Speakers Lise Grande, welcoming remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of PeaceAmbassador Rashad HussainU.S. Ambassador At Large for International Religious Freedom, U.S. Department of State Palwasha KakarActing Director, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace Peter Mandaville, moderator Senior Advisor, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/broadening-aperture-international-religious-freedom-national-security-and-peacebuilding

Despite trillions of dollars invested in the Afghanistan war and reconstruction effort, the U.S. government failed to achieve an inclusive and durable political settlement to the conflict. On October 25, USIP hosted a conference that brought together former senior officials and top experts to explore the questions and identify lessons to inform U.S. policy in the future. Speakers Learning from Missed Opportunities and Mistakes by the U.S. Government Christopher KolendaRetired U.S. Army Colonel; Adjunct Senior Fellow, Center for a New American Security Dipali MukhopadhyayAssociate Professor, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota; Senior Expert, U.S. Institute of Peace Tamanna Salikuddin,Director, South Asia Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace Kate Bateman, moderatorSenior Expert, Afghanistan, U.S. Institute of Peace Afghan, Regional and International Perspectives on the Failed Peace Process Masoom StanekzaiFormer Chief Negotiator, Intelligence Chief, and Defense Minister, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Habiba SarabiFormer Negotiator, Provincial Governor, and Minister of Women’s Affairs, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Steve J. BrookingFormer Special Advisor on Peace and Reconciliation, U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan Kristian Berg HarpvikenResearch Professor, Peace Research Institute Oslo Scott Worden, moderatorDirector, Afghanistan and Central Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/lessons-afghanistan-peace-process

Since the U.N. General Assembly established the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM) in 2016, this first-of-its-kind investigative body has played a critical role in collecting and analyzing evidence of crimes in Syria. On October 17, USIP hosted a discussion of the IIIM’s progress in collecting, consolidating, preserving and analyzing evidence of international humanitarian law and human rights violations in Syria. Speakers Michael Yaffe, Ph.D., welcome remarksVice President, Middle East North Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Mohammad Al AbdallahFounding Director, Syria Justice and Accountability CenterCatherine Marchi-UhelHead of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism Beth Van SchaackAmbassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice, U.S. Department of State Mona Yacoubian, moderatorSenior Advisor, Executive Office and Middle East and North Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/delivering-justice-syria-assessing-progress-iiim

Three decades on from the Oslo Accords, water remains a driver of conflict and competition in the Israeli-Palestinian diplomatic arena. However, advances in technology — combined with new regional alignments — hold the potential for water to provide win-win opportunities for both societies while building trust and momentum toward broader diplomatic progress in the region. On October 18, USIP hosted a conversation on the precedents and assumptions that have long driven the diplomatic approach to water in the conflict, the ongoing water crisis facing the parties and their neighbors, and the game-changing developments that could make bilateral and multilateral progress possible. Speakers Yana Abu TalebJordan Director, EcoPeace Middle East Gidon BrombergIsrael Director, EcoPeace Middle East Nada MajdalaniPalestine Director, EcoPeace Middle East Lucy Kurtzer-Ellenbogen, moderatorDirector, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Program, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/game-changing-potential-water-israeli-palestinian-conflict

Renowned Colombian photographer Jesús “Chucho” Abad Colorado has spent the last 30 years documenting the atrocities of his country’s armed conflict, the faces of its victims and the related damage to its diverse and rich ecosystems. On October 13, USIP, the Washington Office on Latin America, Colombia’s National University and the Atlantic Council hosted the launch of “The Witness,” about the human toll of armed conflict, the deep scars that violence creates on the environment, the resilience of victims and the voices for peace. Speakers Camila Hernandez, opening remarks Associate Director, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, Atlantic Council Jesús Abad ColoradoColombian Photographer María Belén Saez de Ibarra Curator and Director, Center for Cultural Heritage, National University of Colombia Gimena Sánchez-Garzoli, closing remarksDirector for the Andes, Washington Office on Latin America Tonis Montes, moderatorProgram Officer, Latin America Program, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/understanding-colombias-conflict-through-lens-jesus-abad-colorado

The Freely Associated States (FAS) — comprised of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and Palau — have exceptionally close relationships with the United States under the Compacts of Free Association. However, in the last decade, and especially the last five years, strategic competition between China and the United States has increased, and Beijing’s increasing engagement with the FAS is threatening U.S. interests both locally and in the broader Pacific region. On September 20, USIP hosted a look at the final report from the USIP Senior Study Group on China’s Influence on the Freely Associated States. Speakers Philip DavidsonFormer Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command; Co-Chair, USIP Senior Study Group Robert UnderwoodFormer Delegate from Guam to the U.S. House of Representatives; Co-Chair, USIP Senior Study Group Ambassador Joseph YunSpecial Presidential Envoy for Compact Negotiations, U.S. Department of State Jennifer Staats, moderatorDirector, East and Southeast Asia Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/chinas-influence-freely-associated-states

The Western Hemisphere faces mounting challenges as it confronts persistently high levels of poverty, rising violence, massive flows of migrants, and some of the worst COVID aftermaths in the world. On September 19, USIP hosted an in-person discussion of U.S. policy in the hemisphere with National Security Council Senior Director Juan Gonzalez. Speakers Juan GonzalezSenior Director for the Western Hemisphere, U.S. National Security Council Keith Mines, moderatorDirector, Latin America Program, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/there-path-greater-unity-western-hemisphere

In recent years, the United States and the People’s Republic of China have found it particularly challenging to interpret one another’s signals, especially where Taiwan is concerned. On September 16, USIP hosted a discussion with the authors of the recently released report “U.S.-China Signaling, Action-Reaction Dynamics, and Taiwan.” The conversation provided takeaways and offered insights on the ongoing tensions over Taiwan in U.S.-China relations. Speakers Carla FreemanSenior Expert, China, U.S. Institute of Peace Alison McFarland Research Analyst, China and Northeast Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace Andrew Scobell Distinguished Fellow, China, U.S. Institute of Peace Evan Medeiros, moderatorSenior Advisor, China, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/misinterpreting-us-china-signaling-taiwan

Award-winning photojournalists Bill Gentile and Robert Nickelsberg began their careers reporting on the Cold War struggles that embroiled Central America in the 1980’s and 1990’s — a time when long-standing economic disparities and deep political divides erupted into irregular warfare throughout the region. On July 27, USIP hosted Gentile, Nickelsberg and José Luis Sanz for a reflection on the legacy of Cold War-era conflicts in Central America. Speakers Bill GentileJournalist in Residence, School of Communication, American University Robert NickelsbergPhotojournalist specializing in political and cultural change José Luis SanzWashington Correspondent, El Faro Keith Mines, moderator Program Director, Latin America, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/images-central-americas-wars-and-its-unfinished-peace

With the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and an economy on the verge of collapse, Sri Lanka faces perhaps its worst crisis since independence in 1948. On July 25, USIP hosted a discussion on what’s next for Sri Lanka — from reforming the constitution to lessen the power of the presidency to finalizing a deal with the International Monetary Fund and Sri Lanka’s creditors to secure relief to the immediate economic crisis. Speakers Amb. Prasad KariyawasamFormer Foreign Secretary and Former Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States Bhavani FonsekaSenior Researcher, Centre for Policy Alternatives Akhil BeryDirector of South Asia Initiatives, Asia Society Policy Institute Ambika SatkunanathanFormer Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka Tamanna Salikuddin, moderatorDirector, South Asia Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/whats-next-sri-lanka

On July 15, USIP hosted Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA), a member of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, and Rep. Young Kim (R-CA), vice ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation, for a discussion on the bipartisan congressional response to the Chinese government’s human rights abuses against Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Speakers Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA)U.S. Representative from Virginia @RepWexton Rep. Young Kim (R-CA)U.S. Representative from California@RepYoungKim Lise Grande, moderatorPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/advancing-human-rights-xinjiang-uyghur-autonomous-region

On July 13, USIP held a discussion on the approaches to reconciliation and justice in Rwanda that followed the 1994 genocide, including the Gacaca Courts and community-based and women-led initiatives. Speakers Dr. Phil ClarkProfessor of International PoliticsSOAS University of London Mr. Mike JobbinsVice President, Global Affairs & PartnershipsSearch for Common Ground Dr. Alice Urusaro KarekeziProfessor, Center for Conflict ManagementUniversity of Rwanda Dr. Felix NdahindaHonorary Associate Professor, College of Arts and Social SciencesUniversity of Rwanda Susan Stigant, moderator Director, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/reconciliation-and-justice-rwanda

Though the rule of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia (1975-1979) was short-lived, the atrocities committed by the regime are among the most egregious in human history. On July 6, USIP held a conversation with journalist and author Elizabeth Becker, atrocity investigator and educator Ly Sok-Kheang and former advisor to the Extraordinary Chambers Courts of Cambodia Susana SáCouto to reflect on role of documentation in achieving justice and accountability. Speakers Elizabeth BeckerAuthor and Journalist Ly Sok-KheangDirector, Anlong Veng Peace Center, Documentation Center of Cambodia Susana SáCoutoDirector, War Crimes Research Office, Washington College of Law, American University Andrew Wells-Dang, moderatorSenior Expert, Vietnam, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/justice-and-accountability-khmer-rouge-atrocities

With the potential for a global food crisis to greatly accelerate and exacerbate conflict dynamics in fragile states, the international community must adopt a conflict lens to prevent a humanitarian disaster of even greater proportions from unfolding. On June 30, USIP hosted a conversation with leading experts on how the international community can work together to help prevent or mitigate the possibility of violence caused by a food security crisis of this scale. Speakers Lise Grande, introductory remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Isobel Coleman, keynote remarksDeputy Administrator for Policy and Programming, U.S. Agency for International Development Abdi AynteFormer Minisiter of Planning and Economic Promotion, Somalia Arif HusainChief Economist, World Food Program Haneen SayedLead Human Development Specialist, Middle East and North Africa, World Bank Ambassador Johnnie Carson, moderatorSenior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/preventing-conflict-amid-global-food-crisis

On June 29, USIP hosted a conversation on the vulnerabilities of gender and sexual minorities in conflict settings and the path toward their meaningful inclusion in peacebuilding. The discussion looked at how protection of LGBTQ+ persons can be integrated into broader initiatives on civilian security and violence mitigation and prevention — including engagement with security sector actors — as well as the challenges facing peacebuilders on the ground. Speakers Lise Grande, opening remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Jessica Stern, introductory remarksU.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex Persons Kathleen Coogan Senior Advisor for Atrocities Prevention and Gender, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, U.S. Department of State Jay Gilliam Senior LGBTQI+ Coordinator, USAID Neela Ghoshal Senior Director, Law, Policy and Research, OutRight Action International David W. Yang, moderatorVice President, Applied Conflict Transformation Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/protecting-gender-and-sexual-minorities-peacebuilding

On June 27, USIP hosted a discussion with leading Afghan women experts and activists about their journey from Afghanistan to the United States, the conditions currently facing Afghan women, and what the United States and international community can do to support a more inclusive and sustainable peace in Afghanistan. Speakers Palwasha HassanSenior Fellow, Institute for Women, Peace and Security, Georgetown University Lima AhmadDoctoral Candidate, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University Muzhgan SadatGender Activist and Novelist Belquis Ahmadi, moderatorSenior Program Officer, U.S Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/reflections-afghan-women-consequences-unsuccessful-peace-process

Sudan’s 2019 revolution was a remarkable example of nonviolent action at work. Activists were organized and disciplined despite challenging circumstances, resulting in President Omar al-Bashir’s resignation. However, Sudan’s democratic transition has faltered in the years since Bashir’s downfall and is now threatened by the Sudanese military’s counterrevolutionary coup last fall. On June 23, USIP hosted a discussion with Sudanese activists and scholars on how Sudanese civic leaders can learn from their earlier strengths as they recover from the 2021 coup. Speakers Zahra HayderSudanese Activist Jawhara KanuProgram Officer, U.S. Institute of Peace; Synergizing Nonviolent Action and Peacebuilding (SNAP) Marija Marovic Senior Advisor, Gisa Group Muna Qurashi Program Manager, Sudan Commission for Social Security and Poverty Reduction Matthew Cebul, moderator Research Officer, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/roots-revolution-sudan-successes-setbacks-and-path-forward

Mothers for Peace / For the very first time, in front of cameras and microphones and for the whole world to see, two Turkish Cypriot mothers and two Greek Cypriot mothers sit down to discuss their thoughts, worries and hopes about raising children in a country of conflict and division. Having recently completed a workshop on peace, leadership and mediation with a group of Cypriot women from all over the island, Eleni Antoniou, Pembe Mentesh, Katerina Stephanou and Aysenur Talat discuss what it was like as young girls growing up, the stories and narratives they were told about the war and about ‘the other side'. They unpack the intergenerational trauma they saw and still see in our society, their role as mothers with children who want to move past the fighting and the conflict and what they believe can be done to heal the wounds. A special thanks to Hands Across the Divide for organising the Mindful Leadership workshop, to Art of Living and the International Association of Human Values for creating this beautiful bridge between our communities. For more info on Hands Across the Divide For more info on Art of Living For more info on International Association of Human Values Support the show

A recent U.S. Institute of Peace report found that Muslim civil society organizations (MSCOs) are highly diverse in terms of activities and structures, often politically moderate and supportive of democracy, and open to working with global development actors. On June 15, USIP, George Washington University's Central Asia Program and the American University of Central Asia's Social Innovations Lab Kyrgyzstan held a discussion with the report's co-authors and leading experts on the unique role of MSCOs in their communities and at the national level during this pivotal and highly fluid period in Central Asia. Speakers Sebastien PeyrouseResearch Professor, Central Asia Program, IERES, George Washington University Emil Nasritdinov Associate Professor, Anthropology, Technology and International Development, American University of Central AsiaPalwasha KakarInterim Director, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace Indira AslanovaUNESCO Chair of World Culture and Religions, Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University Gavin Helf, moderatorSenior Expert, Central Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/engaging-islamic-civil-society-organizations-central-asia

On June 16, USIP hosted a discussion on whether Lebanon’s 2022 elections can initiate a drive for reforms aimed at Lebanon’s entrenched and corrupt political system — or if the still-fragile country might fall deeper into crisis and political gridlock. Speakers Paul SalemPresident, Middle East Institute David SchenkerTaube Senior Fellow; Director, Program on Arab Politics, The Washington Institute for Near East Policy Mona YacoubianSenior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace Ambassador Hesham Youssef, moderatorSenior Fellow, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/lebanon-crossroads-0

The war in Ukraine, the socioeconomic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impacts of climate change all threaten Africa's development progress, including the 2030 U.N. Sustainable Development Goals and the African Union's Agenda 2063. On June 14, USIP hosted a conversation with U.N. Assistant Secretary-General Ahunna Eziakonwa on these issues. Speakers Joseph Sany, welcoming remarks Vice President, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Ambassador Johnnie CarsonSenior Advisor, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of PeaceMs. Ahunna EziakonwaU.N. Assistant- Secretary- General; U.N. Development Programme’s Assistant Administrator and Regional Bureau for Africa Director Oge Onubogu, moderator Director, West Africa Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/breaking-away-economic-dependency-africa

The use of sexual violence by the Russian military as a strategy and weapon of war and terror is a devastating consequence of Russia's aggression. On June 6, USIP held a conversation with U.N. Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) on Sexual Violence in Conflict Pramila Patten following her recent visit to Ukraine. During the visit, SRSG Patten signed a Framework of Cooperation between the government of Ukraine and the United Nations to support conflict-related sexual violence prevention and response efforts. Speakers Lise Grande, opening remarksPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace The Honorable Pramila PattenU.N. Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict Donald Jensen, moderatorDirector, Europe and Russia, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/ukraine-conflict-and-crisis-sexual-violence

From May 12-13, President Biden will host leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the White House for a U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit. The summit follows the release by the White House of its Indo-Pacific Strategy, which highlighted U.S. support for a strong and independent ASEAN that is central to regional affairs. On May 11, USIP held a conversation with U.S. National Security Council Coordinator for the Indo-Pacific Kurt Campbell on the goals of the special summit and opportunities for closer cooperation with ASEAN. Speakers Lise Grande President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Dr. Kurt Campbell Coordinator for Indo-Pacific Affairs, U.S. National Security Council Evan Medeiros, moderator Special Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/previewing-us-asean-summit-0

As one of Europe’s leading voices on defense, security assistance and the future of multilateral cooperation, former President of Estonia H.E. Kersti Kaljulaid has well understood the forces at play since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as well as their impact on the transatlantic community. On May 10, USIP hosted an exclusive conversation with H.E. Kersti Kaljulaid on the current state of European security and the future of multilateral cooperation since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Speakers H.E. Kersti Kaljulaid, keynote remarksFormer President of Estonia Lise Grande, moderatorPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-former-president-estonia-he-kersti-kaljulaid

When Rufus Phillips III passed away in December 2021, America lost one of its most creative foreign policy thinkers. His final book, “Stabilizing Fragile States: Why It Matters and What to Do About It,” was published posthumously in April. Join USIP for a discussion of Phillips’ legacy, how insights from his final book can help inform the implementation of the Global Fragility Act, and the future of U.S. efforts to address state fragility. Speakers H.R. McMasterFouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution; Former U.S. National Security Advisor Max BootJeane J. Kirkpatrick Senior Fellow for National Security Studies, Council on Foreign Relations Roger MyersonDavid L. Pearson Distinguished Service Professor of Global Conflict Studies, University of Chicago Keith Mines, moderatorDirector, Latin America Program, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/stabilizing-fragile-states-legacy-rufus-phillips-iii

The peacebuilding field is grounded on the principles of justice, diversity, equity and inclusion (JDEI). Peacebuilders are constantly confronted with difficult choices and dilemmas in promoting these principles. On May 5, USIP and Humanity United hosted a conversation on how to utilize new and more inclusive tools, strategies, and frameworks to eradicate unjust systems, prevent conflict and confront difficult obstacles in pursuit of JDEI. Speakers Kehinde Togun, moderatorManaging Director of Public Engagement, Humanity UnitedAriel EckbladDAS, Bureau of Conflict & Stabilization Operations, U.S. Department of StateMelanie GreenbergManaging Director of Peacebuilding, Humanity United Dina EspositoVice President, Technical Leadership, Mercy Corps Scott TaylorProfessor and Vice Dean of DEI, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown Joseph Sany, welcoming/closing remarks Vice President, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/jdei-peacebuilding-dynamic-dialogue-towards-action

February marks 30 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Republic of Tajikistan. On April 14, USIP hosted a conversation that brought together current officials and leading experts to examine new opportunities and challenges during this highly fluid period in the region. Speakers Andrew Wilder, welcoming remarks Vice President, Asia Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Farhod Salim, keynote remarksDeputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan Donald Lu, keynote remarksAssistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asia Affairs, U.S. State Department; Former U.S Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan John M. PommersheimU.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Tajikistan Hamralizoda Farrukh MahmudTajikistan Ambassador to the United States Parviz Muhammadzoda Deputy Director, Center for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Zuhra Halimova Independent consultant, strategic advisor, Women in Digital Transformation (WINDT) Gavin Helf, moderatorSenior Expert, Central Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/thirty-years-us-tajikistan-partnership-whats-next

In the weeks since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, policymakers and thought leaders have reflected on its implications for the global order, especially for the Indo-Pacific. On April 5, USIP hosted Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA) and Rep. Steve Chabot (R-OH) — the Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia, and Nonproliferation — for a conversation on how the Russian invasion of Ukraine impacts the Indo-Pacific, as well as how the United States and its allies and partners can further support the Ukrainian people and deter a similar conflict in Asia. Speakers Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA)U.S. Representative from California@RepBera Rep. Steve Chabot (R-OH)U.S. Representative from Ohio @RepSteveChabot Lise Grande, moderatorPresident and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/what-russias-invasion-ukraine-means-indo-pacific

While the growth of the internet initially empowered activists, recent years have seen the rise of a new brand of digital authoritarianism in which repressive governments use new technology to surveil and censor opposition and flood their publics with misinformation. On March 29, USIP hosted thought leaders and grassroots activists for a discussion on how they have responded to rising digital authoritarian tactics, as well as a presentation of new research from USIP experts on how social movements are using new technologies and organizing strategies to adapt and advocate for a more just, democratic and peaceful world. Speakers Glacier Kwong Project Manager, Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong Steven Feldstein Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Gbenga Sesan Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative Lisa PoggialliDemocracy, Data and Technology Specialist, USAID Matthew Cebul, moderatorResearch Officer, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/activist-adaptation-emergent-technology

Since their takeover of Afghanistan in 2021, the Taliban have introduced new policies and regulations based on their own interpretation of Islam and Sharia — many of which have placed restrictions on women’s rights. On March 28, USIP hosted a conversation examining the differences between Taliban views and practices and those of other Muslim-majority nations. Speakers Kathleen Kuehnast, welcoming remarksDirector, Gender Policy and Strategy, U.S. Institute of Peace Sheikh Ahmed al TayebGrand Imam of Al Azhar, Sheikh Al Azhar Rina AmiriU.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls and Human Rights Her Excellency, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al ThaniPermanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Fatima GailaniAfghan Political Leader and Islamic Scholar Retno MarsudiMinister of Foreign Affairs to the Republic of Indonesia Ambassador Deborah LyonsU.N. Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Head of UNAMA Palwasha Kakar, moderatorActing Director, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/islam-peace-and-womens-rights-afghanistan

The way things are lining up these days in the world, many people are concerned about peace. It’s true – we do need peace for troubled times. But – things as they are – what does that look like? So – today we are talking about Peace For Troubled Times. History and Peace For centuries, people have yearned for world peace. Wars, conquests, dictatorships, brutalities, ethnic cleansings. These have robbed earth’s citizens of peace over the centuries. This has been our sad story. People of many countries have worked hard to establish, re-establish, and secure peace between nations – and Read More ... For more resources and tools that inspire and equip you to live well using God's Word in practical ways each day, visit the Alive and Active Life website.

Since the Afghan Taliban’s return to power, Pakistan continues to back them while not officially recognizing the Taliban government. Yet major issues have emerged between the two sides. The anti-Pakistan insurgency Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has been emboldened by the Afghan Taliban’s rise to power and has stepped up violence against Pakistani security forces. On February 17, USIP held a discussion on the future of Pakistan’s relationship with the Afghan Taliban. Speakers Asfandyar Mir Senior Expert, South Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace Elizabeth Threlkeld Director, South Asia Program, Stimson Center Kamran Yousuf Journalist and Analyst, Express Tribune Ambassador Rick Olson, moderatorSenior Advisor, Asia Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/between-ttp-and-durand-line

Relations between China and India took a violent turn in the summer of 2020, when soldiers patrolling their contested Himalayan land border engaged in a deadly hand-to-hand melee for the first time in over four decades. Despite 14 rounds of military-led talks, new frictions have emerged and the potential for renewed violence is real. On February 10, USIP hosted the first virtual discussion in our new event series “Conflict and Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.” This inaugural conversation looked at the current state of India-China tensions, likely trends in the bilateral relationship, and implications for the region and the world. Speakers Carla FreemanSenior Expert, China, U.S. Institute of Peace Daniel Markey Senior Advisor, South Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace Andrew ScobellDistinguished Fellow, China, U.S. Institute of Peace Vikram Singh, moderatorSenior Advisor, Asia Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this visit, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conflict-and-cooperation-indo-pacific

Yemen is the world’s worst humanitarian and development crisis. The United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) recent report “Assessing the Impact of War in Yemen: Pathways for Recovery” projects that, should the conflict continue through 2030, 1.3 million people will die as a result. On February 8, USIP and UNDP held a discussion on how this timely UNDP report can serve as a guide for Yemen and the international community as they work to bring an end to the conflict and create sustainable development strategies in Yemen. Speakers Mike Yaffe, opening remarksVice President, Middle East and North Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Timothy Lenderking, keynote remarksU.S. Special Envoy for Yemen, U.S. Department of State Khalida Bouzar, opening remarks UN Assistant Secretary General, UNDP Assistant Administrator and UNDP Director of the Regional Bureau for the Arab States Jonathan D. Moyer Assistant Professor and Director of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for International Futures, Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver Ambassador Barbara BodineDistinguished Professor in the Practice of Diplomacy and Director of the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy, Georgetown University Jeehan Abdul Ghaffar Senior Advisor to the Executive Director, World Bank Group Abdulrahman Al-Eryani Economic Development Specialist; Former Principal Economic Officer, Embassy of the Republic of Yemen to the United States Auke LootsmaResident Representative, Yemen, United Nations Development Programme Sarhang Hamasaeed, moderatorDirector, Middle East Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/paths-recovery-yemen

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Our sermon title is: "Hope of Peace" For more information about Christ Community Church or to get in touch please visit our website at: https://www.christcommunityok.com Facebook: @christcommunityok If you would like to support our ministry you can donate at: https://bit.ly/c3okdonate

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are huge shopping days. Is your business ready? Host Lisa Michele offers 10 suggestions to help you get prepared! Until next Friday, Peace ✅ For more helpful content visit https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/podcast SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL!!! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuxrC45YWGjj5fx5blcDLkg HELPFUL RESOURCES & TOOLS FOR ONLINE BUSINESS OWNERS AND CONTENT CREATORS ✅ ETSY PRINTABLES MINI-COURSE: https://skilled-author-7321.ck.page/ceaad43ed8 ✅ PINPOINT YOUR PASSION AND PROFIT FROM IT: https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/PinpointPassion ✅ START A BLOG CHALLENGE: https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/start-a-blog-challenge ✅ TRY CANVA FREE: https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/Canva ✅ GET FREE LANDING PAGES WITH CONVERTKIT: https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/Convertkit ✅ ACCESS FREE RESOURCE LIBRARY: https://www.passiveincomegroup360.com/resources/ ✅ JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP OF BUSINESS OWNERS: https://www.facebook.com/groups/512510543213819/ ***********************************************************************

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USIP and the Department of Defense hosted a discussion on the military’s progress and commitment to implementing the WPS agenda in their operations. To inform and strengthen engagement between the U.S. government and civil society organizations, the discussion also included key questions from the U.S. Civil Society Working Group on WPS (USCSWG).   Speakers: Lise Grande, welcoming remarks President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Kathleen H. Hicks Deputy Secretary of Defense  Admiral Craig S. Faller Commander, United States Southern Command, U.S. Department of Defense Lieutenant General Thomas A. Bussiere Deputy Commander, United States Strategic Command, U.S. Department of Defense Lieutenant General Michael A. Minihan Deputy Commander, United States Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Department of Defense Ambassador Andrew Young Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement, Africa Command, U.S. Department of State Brigadier General Rebecca J. Sonkiss Deputy Director for Counter Threats and International Cooperation on the Joint Staff, J5, U.S. Department of Defense  Valerie Hudson Distinguished Professor and George H.W. Bush Chair, Texas A&M University Kathleen Kuehnast, moderator Director, Gender Policy and Strategy, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/empowered-women-help-create-more-peaceful-world

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January 12, 2020 - Peace: For the World by Central Church

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INTRODUCTION:Isaiah 9:6He talked about the birth of JesusHe wrote about his lifeHe unequivocally described the arrest and death of JesusHe prophesied about his coming reign.Isaiah reveals many names of our LordIsaiah 9:6 “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And thegovernment will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful,Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace”For unto us a Child is bornGovernment is on His shoulders: He will rule the nations.Revelation 2:27 “He shall rule them with a rod of iron; They shall be dashed topieces like the potter’s vessels’— as I also have received from My Father;”Revelation 19:15 “Now out of His mouth goes a sharp sword, that with it Heshould strike the nations. And He Himself will rule them with a rod of iron. HeHimself treads the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God.”Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=TU4ST3G79LFDE&source=url)

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Hope for Peace For the session to be discussed on December 1, 2019 Isaiah 2:1-5 David Cassady Bert Montgomery Nikki Hardeman Crystal Shepherd In this episode we struggle with the need and difficulty of having real hope. What does it mean to hope for peace in dark and often violent times? What does it mean […]

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How do you know when you're a bad writer?Emily Pauletti, Writer in DistressIt seems like every writer thinks they are a bad writer, just like every artist hates their own artwork. They say it's trash, that it's no good, etc. when in the eyes of others it's actually not too bad. Rough on the edges maybe, but it has potential.Therefore, you know you're a bad writer when you believe you're a bad writer. Don't let others define your own work, because then your perspective on your work will never change, it is dependent on what others think (which may not be true). Don't see your own work through another persons lens, odds are that you don't have the same prescription.However, wishes can't escape reality. Bad literature does exist. But what defines it? Perhaps due to a weak plot line, or characters that are severely underdeveloped, or the word choice is just devastatingly cringeworthy. Eh, oh well.Also, the big one in the book. Writer's block. Your best friend and nemesis. It's awful to say the least, the cycle that just spins on and on when you're just hopelessly stuck. But if this is one of those times, then don't give up. Keep writing man, you got this!This post can even be considered bad writing. But I'm still going to keep writing nonetheless. ;)There is a lot of easy ways to go wrong, but is that really going to stop you? Write because you can't help but write. Write because you can. Write to make a reality of your own, something that you can call your own. Write because you want to write. Do what you want.Keep writing! :)Peace For fun

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David Wood vs Shabir Ally Is the Quran a book of Peace ? For original YouTube video click here. Audio extracted and polished by http://www.christianaudiodebates.com

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With over 44 percent of new voters between the ages of 18 and 35, Pakistan’s youth will play an important role in the upcoming elections and influence the future of the country’s democracy. To harness the power of Pakistan’s youth, a recent UNDP Human Development Report argues for a national focus on youth empowerment through education, employment, and meaningful engagement. Failing to do so could lead to youth anger and dissent, spelling disaster for the future of Pakistan. Speakers Sahar Khan Visiting Research Fellow, CATO Institute Dr. Adil Najam Dean, Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, Boston University andAuthor, UNDP Pakistan National Human Development Report Pir Zubair ShahFreelance Journalist Jumaina Siddiqui, ModeratorSenior Program Officer, Asia Center, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/will-pakistans-youth-be-boom-or-bust-its-democracy

From Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani’s influence in the Iraqi elections to the involvement of religious actors in South Sudan’s peace process, the role of religion in conflict zones continues to dominate headlines. At the U.S. Institute of Peace on June 26, experts presented an approach for mapping the role of religious actors and institutions to better understand their legitimacy and influence in contributing to peace and conflict, exploring findings from three recent mappings from Libya, South Sudan, and Iraq based on work from the field. Speakers Col. Paul Hughes, welcoming remarksActing Vice President, Center for Applied Conflict Transformation, U.S. Institute of Peace Rev. Susan Hayward, introductory remarksSenior Advisor, Religion & Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace Rosarie Tucci, moderatorDirector, Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace Palwasha KakarSenior Program Officer, Libya Project Coordinator, U.S. Institute of Peace Monica PioSouth Sudan Researcher, Forcier Consulting Zainab QassimNetworks Manager, Sanad for Peacebuilding, U.S. Institute of Peace Dr. Ann WainscottLead Researcher and Iraq Project Coordinator, U.S. Institute of Peace Dr. Jacqueline WilsonLead Researcher and South Sudan Project Coordinator, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/mapping-role-religion-fragile-states

On June 5 on Facebook Live, USIP explored the findings of a recent report, “Sudan after Sanctions: Sudanese Views of Relations with the United States,” authored by USIP’s Aly Verjee, examining the perceptions and hopes of Sudanese citizens for future relations between Sudan and the United States. Speakers Susan StigantAfrica Director, U.S. Institute of Peace, Moderator Azaz ElshamiManager of Global Field InitiativesInternational Center on Nonviolent Conflict Aly VerjeeVisiting Expert, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/sudan-after-sanctions

On May 7, USIP hosted Anne Applebaum for an engaging and timely discussion about Russia's influence on democratic processes in both Ukraine and the United States. Speakers Anne ApplebaumWashington Post columnist, Pulitzer-Prize winning author and Professor of Practice, Institute of Global Affairs, London School of Economics@anneapplebaum William Taylor, ModeratorExecutive Vice President, U.S. Institute of Peace For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/war-other-means

Chris Morton discussed a key feature of Our Common Life—Fellowship. For more information: The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace For many groups or organizations the most common initial stage, pseudocommunity, is the only one. It is a stage of pretense. The group pretends it already is a community, that the participants have only superficial individual differences and no cause … Read More → The post Our Common Life: Fellowship (2016.10.16 Sermon) appeared first on Austin Mustard Seed.

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He Whall Be Called - The Prince of Peace For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is Given. And His Name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6

He Whall Be Called - The Prince of Peace For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is Given. And His Name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6

He Whall Be Called - The Prince of Peace For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is Given. And His Name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6