Californians: End Youth Solitary Confinement

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Earlier this year, Senator Mark Leno introduced SB 124 to prevent and limit the use of solitary confinement in state and county juvenile lock-ups across California.

Biggest Industry in U.S. Economy? The Violence Containment Industry

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Research shows that in 2010, the Violence Containment Industry accounted for $2.16 trillion, or around 15 percent of U.S. GDP. AND YET, we spend a tiny fraction of that on peacebuilding work, which in comparison, is often proven to be cost effective, saves lives and builds real community resilience. Sign our petition today, telling Congress and the President that it's time to invest in key Peacebuilding Cornerstones.

Youth PROMISE Act Reintroduced! Sign Petition to Congress

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we are excited to announce the Youth PROMISE Act (HR 2197) has been reintroduced into the U.S. House of Representatives! Please sign the Petition, urging your Members of Congress to step up in support of our kids and sign-on as co-sponsor of the Youth PROMISE Act.

Peacebuilding, Our Next Frontier – New Video!

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What humanity has accomplished over this past century is truly impressive. We’re flying further, connecting faster, and building higher. We’re finding new and distant worlds. We’re accessing masses of knowledge with ease, and curing disease with accelerating pace. There are so many areas of life for which we have accomplished quite a lot. And yet, when it comes to peace, where do we stand? Peacebuilding is our next frontier.

President Obama’s Powerful Remarks on Baltimore

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President Obama made some powerful remarks today on the violence erupting in Baltimore, and what we need to do as a society to make fundamental changes to address these tragic and systemic challenges.

Be the Movement! Take a Step for Peace – Launch

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In your life, in our communities and among nations. At Peace Alliance, we are working to build a millions strong movement around 5 key peacebuilding cornerstones. Join us!