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Global Institute of Peace Education and Research Centre Sri Lanka
GLOBAL INSTITUTE OF PEACE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTRE

Peace & Global Development

Connecting education, community engagement, leadership, human rights, and sustainable development to address global challenges and build resilient societies.

The Peace & Global Development division of GIPERC focuses on promoting peaceful societies, inclusive development, human dignity and responsible global citizenship. It connects education, community engagement, leadership, human rights and sustainable development to address social challenges and create meaningful opportunities for individuals and communities.

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Peace Education

Promotes knowledge, attitudes and skills that encourage peaceful relationships, mutual respect, dialogue and non-violent approaches to resolving differences through educational programmes, workshops and community initiatives.

Key Areas: Peace and non-violence education, dialogue and intercultural understanding, conflict resolution and mediation, peacebuilding and reconciliation, global citizenship education, tolerance and social harmony.
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Global Peace Initiatives

Supports initiatives that encourage international dialogue, cooperation and peaceful engagement among individuals, communities and institutions to develop collaborative approaches to global challenges.

Activities Include: International peace campaigns, peace conferences and forums, intercultural dialogue, peace awareness programmes, international collaboration, and community peace initiatives.
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Community Development

Focuses on strengthening communities through education, capacity building, social participation and sustainable development initiatives that identify local needs and empower grassroots populations.

Focus Areas: Community education, capacity building, rural and local development, social entrepreneurship, community leadership, inclusive development, and knowledge-based community initiatives.
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Youth Leadership

Recognizes young people as important contributors to peace, development and social transformation, equipping them with knowledge, communication skills, ethical grounding and collaborative abilities.

Programmes May Include: Youth leadership development, peace leadership, leadership training, youth empowerment, innovation and entrepreneurship, civic engagement, mentoring and capacity building.
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Human Rights & Social Justice

Promotes awareness and understanding of human rights, equality, dignity and social justice, encouraging respect for diversity and supporting inclusive approaches to social and human development.

Key Areas: Human rights education, equality and inclusion, social justice, human dignity, community advocacy, social protection, and rights-based development.
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Sustainable Development

Promotes sustainable approaches that balance social, economic and environmental development, encouraging individuals and communities to understand global challenges and participate in creating responsible solutions.

Focus Areas: Sustainable communities, environmental awareness, sustainable livelihoods, social and economic development, responsible innovation, climate education, and UN SDGs.
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Conflict Prevention

Focuses on understanding the causes and dynamics of conflict and promoting peaceful approaches before disputes escalate, supporting education, dialogue, mediation, early engagement and social cohesion.

Key Areas: Conflict analysis, early prevention and dialogue, mediation and negotiation, peacebuilding, reconciliation, community peace initiatives, and social cohesion.
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Social Impact Programmes

Connects GIPERC's academic, research and community activities with practical social needs, encouraging students, researchers, and partners to participate in initiatives contributing to community wellbeing.

Activities Include: Community outreach, educational awareness, social development projects, youth empowerment, peace campaigns, capacity building, and volunteer programmes.