The events of September 11, 2001 may leave those of us committed to non-violent methods of conflict resolution puzzled about how to respond. As military and intelligence forces mobilize around ... read more about How might peacemakers respond to terrorism? A proposal to start a dialogue.
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Difficulties of confronting unconventional warfare
Words of caution for military retaliation Strategists of unconventional warfare have for decades sought to turn the anger and might of a military giant against itself. Thus, the September 11 ... read more about Difficulties of confronting unconventional warfare
What motivates the terrorist or potential terrorist?
Our instinct is to assume that anyone who would fly a passenger jet into a building, killing himself, everyone on board, and thousands of other people in the building must ... read more about What motivates the terrorist or potential terrorist?
From Hand-Wringing to Hope
Communicating with the terrorists and their supporters
“Go back to work; it will send a message to the terrorists.” “We need to send a message to the terrorists and all who support them and give them succor.” ... read more about Communicating with the terrorists and their supporters
Trauma recovery and justice: September 11 and its aftermath
Trauma and Recovery The emotional reactions we experienced on September 11 and the days since are natural reactions to horrific events. The loss of life of so many people in ... read more about Trauma recovery and justice: September 11 and its aftermath
The Challenge of Terror: A traveling essay
So here I am, a week late arriving home, stuck between Colombia, Guatemala and Harrisonburg when our world changed. The images flash even in my sleep. The heart of America ... read more about The Challenge of Terror: A traveling essay
Hope Among the Ruins
Jim Bishop wrote this for his regular column ... read more about Hope Among the Ruins
Peace Program Alumni Send Condolences
A call for thoughtful response: Conflict transformation staff thoughts on trauma and healing
We are professionals who have worked with the victims of violence during post-conflict reconciliation and trauma healing processes and on developing processes of peacebuilding and conflict transformation. Consequently, we know ... read more about A call for thoughtful response: Conflict transformation staff thoughts on trauma and healing