Magazine - Global Peace Careers

10 Global Problems and Ways to Address Them

The world is a huge place packed with diverse communities, environments and cultures, but we all have one thing in common: we have problems to solve. In many cases, we’re dealing with the same issues, like poverty, gender inequality and climate change. While there are differences in severity, what happens in one part of the world often affects people everywhere. The sooner we realize we’re all connected, the more effective we can be. By working together, we can tackle issues …

Executive Master in Management of International Organizations

Are you ready to elevate your leadership in International Institutions and NGOs? If you are a mid- or senior-level professional (minimum of 5 years of experience; 14 years on average), we invite you to seize the opportunity to join the 10th cohort of the Executive Master in Management of International Organizations (EMMIO) at SDA Bocconi School of Management, ranked 6th among EU Business Schools by the Financial Times. Why EMMIO? Community of change-agents: become part of a prestigious community with …

What is Peace? Types, Examples, Learning Opportunities

Pursuing peace is one of the few values we share across cultural, political, and linguistic divides. The challenge, however, comes in understanding what ‘peace’ really means and how we are able to pursue it. In summary, peace is… the feeling and experience of developing your capacity for maintaining social cohesion, positive interactions, and justice, free from the experience or fear of negative conflict and harm. This definition merges a number of peace and conflict related concepts. Each of these concepts …

What is a Country? Definition, Facts and Examples

The world is a complex system of governments, cultures, populations, corporations, common and competing interests, and other powerful forces. The borders between countries are just one way to structure the globe, but they are one of the most influential and recognizable. In this article, we’ll explore what a country is, what everyone should know about the world’s countries and examples of what countries can look like. While there is no clear international definition for a “country,” it is generally defined …

Humanitarian Action and Peacebuilding

The Humanitarian Action and Peacebuilding master’s degree program is designed for practitioners already working in these fields and related areas. It is offered in collaboration with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and is supported by the Centre for Development and Emergency Practice (CENDEP). This program provides a unique opportunity to access resources and support from both institutions, both online and in the field through UN missions. This program is delivered through a flexible and user-friendly online …

Conflict Analysis and Resolution

The MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution program at George Mason University integrates theory, research methods, practical techniques, and ethical perspectives related to conflict analysis and resolution. Students learn to address sources of hostility and change negative interaction patterns, applying their knowledge through simulations, workshops, internships, and field practice. Graduates can work in various settings where conflict resolution is essential, particularly when interest groups are in conflict with current public policies. The program costs $657.50 per credit hour for Virginia …

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

Columbia University offers a Master of Science program in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. This program teaches students how to understand the causes of conflicts and how to resolve them effectively. For full-time students, classes are held on Columbia’s New York City campus, either in the evenings or on weekends, starting in the Fall semester. Part-time students have two options: on-campus or hybrid. On-campus part-time students also study on the New York City campus and complete the program in 6-7 terms, …

Peacebuilding and Mediation

The MLitt in Peacebuilding and Mediation program for 2024 entry is a one-year full-time course offered by the School of International Relations at the University of St Andrews. It critically explores the relationship between formal and informal peacebuilding and mediation efforts. The program emphasizes critical engagement with peace processes and covers topics such as conflict mediation, the conceptualization of peace, formal and informal peacebuilding institutions, key actors in peace efforts, and critical analysis of peace processes. Entry requirements for the …

Reconciliation and Peacebuilding

The Master’s in Peacebuilding and Reconciliation program offers students the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the causes of interpersonal and intercommunal conflicts worldwide and the ability to critically analyze them. It also covers contemporary peacebuilding and reconciliation theories, practices, and processes, with a specific focus on religious peacebuilding and its application in international contexts. Students gain self-awareness of their potential roles in promoting peacebuilding and reconciliation, especially involving religious actors. This program fosters a sense of community among …

Direct Democracy 101: Meaning, Facts, Examples

Who holds the most power in society? Who decides what laws and policies govern our lives? In direct democracy, the people exercise the most power. With roots in ancient history, direct democracy is a system where citizens vote on every issue that affects their lives. There are currently no true direct democracies, but many countries weave pure democratic processes into their systems. In this article, we’ll explore the meaning of direct democracy, present the most important facts, and describe modern …