Africa: New Leadership Appointed to the Africa Platform On Children Affected By Armed Conflicts (AP-Caac): [African Union] Addis Ababa -- The Africa Platform on Children Affected by Armed Conflicts (AP-CAAC) is pleased to announce that H.E. Ambassador Rebecca Amuge Otengo, Ambassador of the Republic of Uganda to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the African Union (AU), has accepted to serve as… http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKwQ5P #Africa #ChildRights #ConflictResolution #Peacebuilding #AfricanUnion

In a pivotal ruling, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) regained its headquarters as Judge Beryl Howell rejected the Trump administration's moves that ousted agency leaders. George Moose affirmed a commitment to USIP's peace mission after rogue efforts by DOGE's staff led to chaos. The Trump administration is appealing, claiming USIP's executive ties, while USIP maintains its independence. The dispute is not over yet; click for the full story. https://www.thedailybeast.com/small-agency-that-stood-up-to-doge-gets-its-building-back/ #USIP #DOGE #GeorgeMoose #TrumpAdministration #Peacebuilding #FederalCourt

Our second article about the role of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) and peacebuilding in Northern Ireland:

Documenting Quaker peacebuilding: an interview with Felicity McCartney

“McCartney’s perspective on modern Quaker peacemaking reinforced the ongoing relevance of their work, despite the changing nature of its forms.”

Read our article by Carmen GRAY 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/documenting-quaker-peacebuilding-an-interview-with-felicity-mccartney/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #peacebuilding #book #bookreview #Quakers

Africa: Ethiopia's National Dialogue and Transitional Justice - Competition or Complementarity?: [ISS] The dual peacebuilding processes are equally important - and can run simultaneously through coordination and sequencing. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKlzCx #Ethiopia #NationalDialogue #TransitionalJustice #Peacebuilding #ConflictResolution

Africa: African Solutions Have Not Solved the Great Lakes Problems: [ISS] Ineffective African interventions in the region have opened the door to more assertive external actors. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKlZWz #Africa #GreatLakes #AfricanSolutions #Peacebuilding #ConflictResolution

On 8 May, SIPRI’s Katongo Seyuba presented #SIPRI's latest report on climate, peace and security in the #EasternDRC 🇨🇩 at an event in Kinshasa co-hosted with the Embassy of Sweden in Kinshasa and FBA (Folke Bernadotte Academy)
🔗 https://bit.ly/3GO1Bag

#ClimateSecurity #Peacebuilding #GenderandClimate

Central Africa: Justice Vital for Durable Peace in Africa's Great Lakes Region: [HRW] Crucial that Talks Include Accountability for Grave Abuses http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKfVky #CentralAfrica #GreatLakesRegion #JusticeForAll #PeaceBuilding #HumanRights

Africa: Winning the Peace Through Religious Collaboration: [Africom] Cairo, Egypt -- U.S. chaplain delegation led by U.S. Africa Command Chaplain Colonel Karen Meeker conducted collaborative meetings to bring stability through faith and new avenues of collaboration in support of the warfighter while in Cairo, Egypt, March 17, 2025. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKbLg5 #Africa #ReligiousCollaboration #Peacebuilding #Stability #FaithInAction

African governments and armed groups: Paths to peace amid turmoil http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKVCFw #PeaceBuilding #ConflictResolution #MONUSCO #AfricanGovernance #HumanRights

New guide bridges peacebuilders and journalists

“For anyone wanting to harness the power of the media as a change-making force for peace, the Community-Centred Peace Journalism guide is not to be missed.”

Read our article by Laura RODRIGUEZ-DAVIS 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/new-guide-bridges-peacebuilders-and-journalists/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #peacebuilding #peacejournalism #constructivejournalism

Sectarianism and self-discovery: A Night in November explored

“Alan Smyth expertly and interactively developed each of the characters he played, and the complexities of community and identity”

Read our article by Caoimhe McGONIGLE 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/sectarianism-and-self-discovery-a-night-in-november-explored/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #peacebuilding #communityrelations #theatre #TheTroubles

‘Peace is not inevitable; it is an active choice’: Senator Mitchell call to young people

“For peace to flourish, we need conversations and editorials and pamphlets and sermons and town halls and stories, all filling in the spaces across the old divides.”

Read our article by Emily LIGHT 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/peace-is-not-inevitable-it-is-an-active-choice-senator-mitchell-call-to-young-people/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #GFA #peace #peacebuilding #peacemaking #politics #youth

Pleased to introduce a new series of articles at Shared Future News — about the role of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) and peacebuilding in Northern Ireland. Here's our first piece:

Book review: Coming from the Silence — a Quaker perspective on peacebuilding in Northern Ireland

Read our review by Carmen GRAY 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/book-review-coming-from-the-silence-a-quaker-perspective-on-peacebuilding-in-northern-ireland/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #peace #peacebuilding #Quakers #reconciliation #religion

Hello, friends. I've been known as "Newfangled" on Twitch and just did a re-brand of my channel. It's now called "Positive Notes" which is the name of both the channel and the show.

I'm no longer calling myself "Newfangled", but using my first given name (Dallin) as the host of my new show. So I figured I'd stop using my Newfangled account over on Universeodon and start using this account that I've had for a while but never used much.

I have been using Mastodon for years across various servers and accounts and really enjoy it. It's how social media is supposed to be. The #fediverse is amazing.

I love #music. Listening, playing musical instruments, and sharing. On my #Twitch program I share good music from my collection and good messages and stories to bring a little joy into people's lives.

I am also interested in #technology, #retro things, and #reading.

Lately I have been renewing my interest in #DigitalMinimalism and #offline things.

I am a #Christian, a disciple of Jesus Christ. I try (I fail, but I try) to emulate him - the perfect example of love, kindness, and charity.

I am interested in #nonviolence and #peacebuilding.

Fred Rogers is a personal hero and role model of mine.

#introduction

‘Peace is the presence of justice’: students lead engaging conference

“The conference was opened by three students, each of whom reflected on the meaning of peace and reconciliation… Their thoughtful contributions set a student-led, engaging, and reflective tone for the day.”

Read our article by Carmen GRAY 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/peace-is-the-presence-of-justice-students-lead-engaging-conference/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #communityrelations #peace #peacebuilding #Quakers

Abundant venues and talent, insufficient funding: innovative applied theatre in Northern Ireland

“Mac Cathmhaoill explained that while most advocacy theatre is community-specific, significant work is being done to foster inter-communal dialogue and understanding.”

Read our article by Allan LEONARD 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/abundant-venues-and-talent-insufficient-funding-innovative-applied-theatre-in-northern-ireland/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #peacebuilding #communityrelations #theatre #communitytheatre #appliedtheatre #TheTroubles @mrulster

Minding our past, minding ourselves: reflections on ethical remembering

“Effective ethical remembering... bumps up against the hard realities of inadequate policy frameworks, the deep psychological and social wounds of transgenerational trauma, and the practical, often draining, work of implementation at local level.”

Read our article by Cónal Ó MIANÁIN 👉 https://sharedfuture.news/minding-our-past-minding-ourselves-reflections-on-ethical-remembering/

#SharedFuture #NorthernIreland #commemoration #trauma #peacebuilding #reconciliation

Last week I exchanged ideas with #GwenBurnyeat from the University of Edinburgh. Gwen is on the advisory board of my SNF-research project " #ContemporaryArt, Popular Culture, and Peacebuilding in #EasternEurope". I recommend her nuanced research on #peacebuilding in #Colombia. www.gwenburnyeat.com

Global Financial Aid: A Visual Breakdown

This powerful data visualization unpacks how financial aid is distributed across nations, categorized into Humanitarian , Development and Peace initiatives.
These investments are crucial for driving progress across multiple SDGs, but disparities in aid allocation highlight the need for equitable and inclusive strategies to ensure no one is left behind.

#GlobalAid #DataViz #SustainableDevelopment #Humanitarian #Peacebuilding #DevelopmentFinance #SDGs

ICYMI: Governor Adeleke Warns Osun Monarchs: Stop Communal Clashes or Face Deposition https://www.rainsmediaradio.com/2025/04/governor-adeleke-warns-osun-monarchs.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon Follow, Like & Share #Osun #Governance #CommunitySafety #PeaceBuilding #ViolencePrevention