Newtown, An Anniversary

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December 14, marks the second anniversary of the terrible tragedy that took place in Newtown, Connecticut. A letter from Bob Baskin, our President.

Sign the Petiton: Let’s tell Congress and the President to invest more in Peacebuilding

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Over the next week or two, Congress will be working on our budget. Important peacebuilding funding could be on the table. Our federal budget totals some $3.5 trillion dollars each year while these three peacebuilding initiatives cost only $110 million combined. At just .003% of our budget they deserve our vocal support and the support of the US Congress.

Restorative Response to Ferguson, NYC, Cleveland

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There is no question that we already have begun building the infrastructures necessary that will reclaim the spirit of true justice: with equal respect, dignity, accountability, reparation, and with an eye for the future of our children and communities. Our Restorative Justice Fellow on staff, Molly Rowan Leach, powerfully articulated for us where we feel we need to be headed after the recent challenges unfolding in Ferguson, NYC, Cleveland and beyond.

Ferguson and Restorative Justice

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Long entrenched and systemic challenges have once again re-surfaced in the national dialogue -- this time focused upon Ferguson, MO. It's an important conversation with a complex set of challenges that must be addressed. Below are some insightful perspectives that we appreciated from a Kosmos Journal article written by our former Executive Director, Dot Maver.

Van Jones Interview: Audio Posted

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Listen in on a conversation with Van Jones during the weekly radio show Community Justice Talks, a sister production to our dialogue series Restorative Justice on The Rise.

On the Road: Fall 2014 Extended Play (Dance Mix) Field Report

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The last couple of months Dan Kahn, our National Field Director, has been all around the country drumming up support for peace! He presented workshops on Peace Alliance philosophy and strategy - connecting in-person with our nationwide grassroots network - launching new Action Teams and nourishing existing ones.