by Nurgul Djanaeva | 0 comments
"The first time we speak out to take away the anger. The second time we look to the causes of violence. And maybe the third time we have a conversation."
In the aftermath of violence in Kyrgyzstan, women are jump starting peace talks across ethnic lines—and taking the security of their country in their own hands. Read More »
by Mairead Maguire | 0 comments
"Just as it brought peace to Northern Ireland, nonviolent resistance will bring peace to this war torn region."
With peace talks beginning between Israeli and Palestinian leaders this week, the world is looking for signs of hope in the Middle East. From a ship in the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, Mairead Maguire stresses the role for nonviolent activism. Read More »
by Tracey Samuelson | 2 comments
“The stories of the crafter, they have their own voice and they need to speak for themselves. Let our crafters have their own voices.” Nomvula Mashoai-Cook
International markets are opening up new opportunities for women producing traditional crafts—along with a whole new set of challenges. Read More »
by Jody Williams | 0 comments
"It is up to the rest of us to decide how much longer we can ignore these cries."
With the expectation of elections looming on the horizon, it is a critical moment for Burma. General Than Shwe and the Burmese military have promised the people of Burma that they will head for the polls for the first time in twenty years this fall. Read More »