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Oct. 20 What is Peace Education? By Educators for Peace and Justice Nov. 10 at 7:00 PM. An Interview with Walter Dorn: Two World Wars and the Status of UN Peacekeeping. Nov 17 at 7 PM. Educators for Peace and Justice. Conflict Resolution Training in Schools featuring Alyson Zwack by Educators for Peace and Justice Nov….

2026 Event SeriesHow to Best Defend CanadaJoin us to explore pertinent matters related to Canada’s defence. Canada’s Role in a Time of Ongoing Conflict: the Israel–Palestine Crisiswith Dr. Muhannad AyyashJanuary 14 at 7 pm Online via Zoom Defence Funding and the Pitfalls of the Golden Domewith Cesar JaramilloFebruary 11 at 7 pm Online via Zoom…

2025 Events: January 22nd – Waking Up from ‘Conflict Coma’ February 26th – Community Feedback Meeting March 12th – Religion, Diversity, and Civic Literacy April 9th – Political Engagement for Peace and Justice May 21st – Stopping Wars: The Untidy Path to Ceasefires June 11th – Annual General Meeting October 15th – Are You Tired…

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The crucial skill of conflict resolution involves understanding different perspectives, communicating effectively, and finding compromises that satisfy all parties involved. Conflict is normal and healthy. A way that we can reduce our avoidance, fear, and rework our negative assumptions about conflict is by working on our capacity to resolve disputes is by building our conflict…

Of these 12,330+ nuclear weapons, approximately 2,100 are on high alert, meaning they are ready for use within 15-20 minutes. In 2023, $91.4 billion was spent on these weapons, and the amount is steadily increasing.The most critical problem is the daily threat we live under caused by the continuing risk of accidental use of these weapons…

OPEN POSITIONS We are looking for an experienced Treasurer to join our team at Ploughshares Calgary Society, a non-profit dedicated to building a culture of peace through education, advocacy, and social justice. As a volunteer position (5-10 hours per month), this opportunity is perfect for an accountant or bookkeeper skilled in QuickBooks, who is eager…

Join the Ploughshares Calgary Society Today! Sign up now and stand with us in creating a more peaceful world. For just $25 annually, you can become a valued member of the Ploughshares Calgary Society and support our mission of building peace, fostering understanding, and promoting social justice. Your membership helps us continue our important work…

Ploughshares Calgary Society is dedicated to building a culture of peace through education, advocacy, and social justice. We work towards a world free of war, militarism, and nuclear threats while promoting mutual respect, non-violence, peaceful conflict resolution and human security. NEWSLETTER EDUCATION SESSIONS COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP Ploughshares Calgary aims to educate and encourage public discussion on:…

Who are the Calgary Floating Lanterns for Peace? Calgary Floating Lanterns for Peace is a committee of Ploughshares Calgary Society. Since 2013, Calgary Floating Lanterns for Peace has brought you the Lantern Peace Festival in honor of those who were lost in Hiroshima and Nagasaki – with the aim of educating the public about the…

We created a guide for teachers to start implementing Peace Education easily in their classrooms! Please check it out and share! Peace-Education-A-Guide-to-Action-in-Alberta-Schools-1 In this Page: Peace Education Resources Books Lessons/Activities Podcasts Instagram Videos Curriculums Events Websites   Peace Education Resources https://www.peace-ed-campaign.org/ https://www.i-i-p-e.org/ https://www.seedsofpeace.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/PeaceGames.pdf   Books Adult Books Racism, Anti-Racism White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard…

In 2021, we created a guide for teachers to start implementing Peace Education easily in their classrooms! Please check it out and share! Peace-Education-A-Guide-to-Action-in-Alberta-Schools-1   Our group is to discuss relevant topics, learn from others, and create community. There is a lack of connection for educators who are implementing peace and justice education in their…

Come, experience the breathtaking beauty of lanterns floating on the Olympic Plaza pool and vibrant live music commemorating Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Launch your lanterns (rent available for $5 donation) for peace and happiness for your family, our community, and the world. Free event. DATE: August 3rd, 2019 TIME: 8:00 pm -9:30 pm WHERE: Olympic Plaza…

Join us as we commemorate the 226,000 lives lost in the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and take a stand for peace. We’ll release hundreds of lanterns on the pool at Olympic Plaza in solidarity with people participating in similar events in cities around the world. Lanterns are available to rent for a donation of…

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