Peace & Conflict (September 2012)

Our September Justice Café Topic is Peace & Conflict.

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“Peace is not an absence of war. It is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice.” ~Baruch Spinoza

Reflect & Explore—Before the Café

• Be aware of your everyday interactions. How do you handle conflict? Who are the peacemakers in your life?
• Pay attention to peace and conflict in the media.  How is this topic addressed in news programs, music, and television shows?
•  Watch a video and post a comment.
• Explore the topic further by using the “learn more” links below. 

Learn More—Before and after the Café

• Visit these websites to learn more about the critical issues and life stories.
  • Global Day of Listening
  • Pax Christi USA 
  • Voices for Creative Nonviolence
  • UN Women for Peace

Continue the Conversation—After the Café

• Visit the Conversation Blog
  • Connect with young adults in other cities in the main Discussion Blog.
  • Post an update from you Justice Café conversation.
  • Share action suggestions and continue the conversation.
• Watch a videoclip and post a comment. 

Act for Justice

• Strive to maintain peaceful relationships in your daily life.
• Participate in the next Global Day of Listening at www.globaldayoflistening.org
• Visit the IPJC Legislative Action Center to take action for peace.