Motivation to Teach Social Action:
I would like to learn more about how social action can be integrated into my courses in conflict studies, especially my course that deals with civic engagement in conflict transformation and peacebuilding.
Course Description:
The course provides an overview of the role of civil society in conflict transformation and peacebuilding efforts, and the importance of inclusive peace for strengthening civic engagement. It discusses civic engagement and civil society as theory and practice with the focus on conflict transformation. The course analyzes the complex definitions of peace, justice, violence, and conflict. It distinguishes among conflict resolution, management and transformation and focuses on civic agency and Track Two diplomacy. It emphasizes civic peacemaking and conflict transformation, and helps students envision capacity for social change and develop personal skills of conflict transformation. [1]
Taught By:
Lisa Gibson
Assistant Professor and Director of Conflict and Resolution Studies
Public Services and Community Studies
Washington and Jefferson College
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