Women have long been at the forefront of efforts to promote peace and resolve conflicts around the world. From grassroots activists to high-level diplomats, women have played a crucial role in advancing mediation and peacebuilding efforts globally. In this article, we will discuss some of the most famous women mediators in history.
We are all aware of the current economic challenges due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the increase in inflation (a 40 year high in the UK 10.1%, predicted to rise to 18% in January 2023), the strain on energy resources leading to increases in prices and risk of power cuts across Europe, including Switzerland, where there is debate at the federal and cantonal level to prepare for energy shortages this winter in the extreme situation of power failure.
De-escalate conflict by connecting with empathy, attention and respect.
The concept of peace and peacebuilding is in the forefront of many people’s minds, you don’t have to look too far or read in the media the impact of disruption and the message of finding solutions through peacebuilding.