Global citizenship

Young Leaders from US and Africa Unite in Morocco for Fellowship on Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Geography of Africa, Africa, World, Dispute resolution, Peace, Aftermath of war, Global citizenship, Humanitarian aid, Peacebuilding, MOROCCO, Negotiation, Marrakesh

The "Salaam Fellowship for Conflict Resolution" being held in the cities of Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakesh, Morocco, is aimed at providing critical skills in conflict resolution and negotiation.

Key Points: 
  • The "Salaam Fellowship for Conflict Resolution" being held in the cities of Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakesh, Morocco, is aimed at providing critical skills in conflict resolution and negotiation.
  • Twenty-one students and emerging young leaders from the U.S. and Morocco will hear from experts in academia, the public and private sectors throughout Morocco including senior representatives from the US Embassy.
  • This intensive training will help participants build a foundation in key communication skills needed for effective negotiation and peacebuilding.
  • The Fellowship is sponsored by the Open Hands Initiative, a public diplomacy foundation based in New York City.

Young Leaders from US and Africa Unite in Morocco for Fellowship on Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Geography of Africa, Africa, World, Dispute resolution, Peace, Aftermath of war, Global citizenship, Humanitarian aid, Peacebuilding, MOROCCO, Negotiation, Marrakesh

The "Salaam Fellowship for Conflict Resolution" being held in the cities of Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakesh, Morocco, is aimed at providing critical skills in conflict resolution and negotiation.

Key Points: 
  • The "Salaam Fellowship for Conflict Resolution" being held in the cities of Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakesh, Morocco, is aimed at providing critical skills in conflict resolution and negotiation.
  • Twenty-one students and emerging young leaders from the U.S. and Morocco will hear from experts in academia, the public and private sectors throughout Morocco including senior representatives from the US Embassy.
  • This intensive training will help participants build a foundation in key communication skills needed for effective negotiation and peacebuilding.
  • The Fellowship is sponsored by the Open Hands Initiative, a public diplomacy foundation based in New York City.

Campaign Set To Unite The World To Be Announced At Press Conference On September 26th

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Monday, September 16, 2019
Cosmopolitanism, Global citizenship, Global governance, Political philosophy, World, Politics, Articles

Several government officials, artists and entertainers that have signed on to the campaign will participate in the press conference.

Key Points: 
  • Several government officials, artists and entertainers that have signed on to the campaign will participate in the press conference.
  • The press conference will also name the key private sector leaders working with Global Citizen to drive the policy outcomes needed to achieve the Global Goals.
  • The coalition of private sector leaders is being led by Teneo, bringing their unparalleled network of corporate relationships to the campaign.
  • They can redeem those awards to attend Global Citizen events and experiences that take place all over the world.

Campaign Set To Unite The World To Be Announced At Press Conference On September 26th

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 16, 2019
Cosmopolitanism, Global citizenship, Global governance, Political philosophy, World, Politics, Articles

Several government officials, artists and entertainers that have signed on to the campaign will participate in the press conference.

Key Points: 
  • Several government officials, artists and entertainers that have signed on to the campaign will participate in the press conference.
  • The press conference will also name the key private sector leaders working with Global Citizen to drive the policy outcomes needed to achieve the Global Goals.
  • The coalition of private sector leaders is being led by Teneo, bringing their unparalleled network of corporate relationships to the campaign.
  • They can redeem those awards to attend Global Citizen events and experiences that take place all over the world.

Since 9/11 Terror Attacks, International Peacebuilding Community Is Gaining Momentum

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Articles, Peace, Organizations, Aftermath of war, Global citizenship, Humanitarian aid, International development, Peacebuilding, Interfaith dialogue, United Religions Initiative, Uri

URI (United Religions Initiative) is the largest grassroots interfaith peacebuilding network in the world.

Key Points: 
  • URI (United Religions Initiative) is the largest grassroots interfaith peacebuilding network in the world.
  • There is positive news: the peacebuilding movement is gaining momentum.
  • This past June 26 and 27, URI hosted an international conference titled Accelerate Peace: Interfaith Action in Global Peacebuilding at the Hoover Institution on the Stanford University campus in California, USA.
  • URI invites you to take action in your own community and continue the positive momentum.

Global Peace Day Party for Human Rights

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
Earthdance, Peace, Global citizenship, International Day of Peace, World peace, Concepts, Ethics, Assumption

OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Human Rights are under attack all over the world, at a time when the understanding of peace and human connection have evolved to a point of great possibility.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Human Rights are under attack all over the world, at a time when the understanding of peace and human connection have evolved to a point of great possibility.
  • A greater understanding of human rights can be achieved through creative expression and exploration, and music unites communities like nothing else.
  • Grassroots local event producers of the EMWC Peace Party Project can register their events on the Pathways to Peace/United Nations Peace Map for the International Day of Peace on September 21, as well as with the Earthdance Global Peace Party.
  • This year's Earthdance theme is "Collective Intelligence," and the Peace Day theme is "Climate Action for Peace."

Global Citizen Forum Launches Membership Community

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Cosmopolitanism, Global citizenship, Global governance, Political philosophy, Politics, Articles

"We are delighted to have such high level and inspirational figures in our community.The Advisory board and the newmembership program are a major step forward in the development of the Global Citizen Forum, which is set to become the leading platform for advocacy on mobility and migration,"saidTalimkaYordanova, chief executive officer of the Global Citizen Forum.

Key Points: 
  • "We are delighted to have such high level and inspirational figures in our community.The Advisory board and the newmembership program are a major step forward in the development of the Global Citizen Forum, which is set to become the leading platform for advocacy on mobility and migration,"saidTalimkaYordanova, chief executive officer of the Global Citizen Forum.
  • Members of the Global Citizen Forumcan participate in dialogue on global issues during specially curatedevents, workshops, trainingsand experiences.
  • "As citizens of the world, we understand that global challenges are not defined by borders, regions or nationalities and we share a social conscience to address and overcome them,"saidArmand Arton,founder of the Global Citizen Forum.
  • The Global Citizen Forumis a Canadian non-profit organization driven by a global community of leaders andcatalyzersunlocking the potential of global citizenship.

Peace Education Program Reinvigorates Senior Perspectives

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Global citizenship, Peace education, Peace, Concepts, Ethics, Assumption

They call themselves the "Paz y Amor" (Peace and Love) group , a testament to their newfound optimism.

Key Points: 
  • They call themselves the "Paz y Amor" (Peace and Love) group , a testament to their newfound optimism.
  • The multimedia peace education workshops explore the meaning of personal peace, helping participants discover their own inner resources to live more fulfilling lives.
  • It awakens a huge will to live," says Jorge Garca, a volunteer who facilitated the peace education sessions in Quito.
  • In addition to seniors, the Peace Education Program has been proven to benefit other diverse groups of people in 85 countries, including university students, at-risk youth, inmates and veterans.

Global Citizen Live Berlin: Global Citizens, Artists, And World Leaders From Nigeria, Zambia, Germany, Rwanda, And Ghana Took Unprecedented Action On Ending Extreme Poverty By 2030

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
World, Countries, International organizations, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Global citizenship, Nigeria

Nigeria and Zambia led the charge with important commitments to water and sanitation, and to nutrition.

Key Points: 
  • Nigeria and Zambia led the charge with important commitments to water and sanitation, and to nutrition.
  • Additionally, the government of Germany announced it will support 60 million smallholder farmers globally to adapt to climate change.
  • Global Citizens from Germany, South Africa, Nigeria, and 143 other countries took action in the lead-up to the event.
  • Global Citizen Live Berlin was presented in partnership with Engagement Global, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Live Nation.

National Geographic, P&G and Global Citizen Announce ACTIVATE, a Multiplatform Storytelling Partnership and Documentary Series to Drive Action around Global Challenges Connected to Extreme Poverty

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Friday, February 8, 2019
Seniors, Women, Entertainment, TV and Radio, Film & Motion Pictures, Celebrity, General Entertainment, Philanthropy, Retail, Communications, Publishing, Other Philanthropy, Other Retail, Consumer, Family, MEN, Articles, RTL Group, RadicalMedia, Transmedia storytelling, Global citizenship, Culture, Grassroots, Politics

National Geographic and Procter & Gamble today announced ACTIVATE, a new multiplatform storytelling partnership and six-part documentary series co-produced by Global Citizen and RadicalMedia.

Key Points: 
  • National Geographic and Procter & Gamble today announced ACTIVATE, a new multiplatform storytelling partnership and six-part documentary series co-produced by Global Citizen and RadicalMedia.
  • Each episode delves into a different issue connected to the root causes of extreme poverty, following a specific Global Citizen campaign and organizers, amplifiers, grassroots activists and the people whose lives are being changed.
  • The ACTIVATE partnership is the result of a shared commitment National Geographic, P&G and Global Citizen have made to leverage their collective influence, audience and scale to both raise awareness and inspire a global community to take action.
  • Through this multiplatform partnership, we will leverage our collective influence, audience and scale to raise awareness and drive action on some of the worlds toughest challenges.