GLOBAL PEACE & SECUIRTY PROGRAM

The impact of the 9/11 attacks continues to resound in the international system ranging from issues such as cultural insensitivity to

nuclear instability. The Global Peace & Security Program seeks to address these issues through dialogue and trainings that connect college students and young professionals with experts, practitioners, and policy-makers. Recognizing that the United States plays a vital role in the international system the Global Peace & Security Program provides the tools necessary to educate others on becoming a better-informed and pro-active society.

From discussing the various methods of peace and security to understanding the numerous forms of conflict the program's activities gives participants the exposure needed to promote global prosperity. Through workshops, conferences, film screenings, and roundtable discussions along with many other activities Global Peace and Security promotes dialogue and education that is fundamental to advocacy and activism.

See the table at the bottom for issue related resources and opportunities. As a resource to young people, please contact the office if you have any questions or need any assistance to become a more proactive global citizen!

Join us for the NYC Premiere of UPF's

Tuesday Nov. 10th 2009
Doors Open 6:30, Program Begins 7:00pm
Scholastic Aud. 557 Broadway, NY, NY 10012 (SoHo)
Keynote Speaker: Alex Kronemer, UPF
Expert Panelists: Shamil Idriss, Rev. Robert Chase
Students $10, Adults $15

Click here for tickets and information!

*For group discounts or to volunteer contact Laura@aidemocracy.org

Inside Islam: What a Billion Muslims Really Think, a new documentary film by Unity Productions Foundation makes its NYC debut - and AIDemocracy will be there! The film explores the expertly gathered opinions of Muslims around the globe as revealed in the world's first major public opinion poll. As part of the six-year project, Gallup conducted tens of thousands of interviews with residents in 35 predominantly Muslim Nations as well as populations in Europe and the USA. The film discusses issues including Gender Justice, Terrorism, and Democracy and uncovers a shared relationship between Muslims and the West that is based on facts - not fear. Get your sneak peak here: www.insideislam.tv

Presented by: UPF, AIDemocracy, Muslim Public Affairs Council NYC, and Intersections International/Change the Story

Highlights

Accepting Applications for the Innovators in Cultural Diplomacy Program!

Marwa Abdalla, SUNY Stonybrook                                       Ruhi Shamim, Columbia University
Islamic Culture in Context                                                     The Crescent Project          

Looking for a fresh, creative to way to engage your campus on US-Muslim relations? This is the opportunity for you! Last Fall, our ICD finalists Marwa Abdalla and Ruhi Shamim implemented original cultural diplomacy campaigns on their campuses in New York. Now, it's your turn! Marwa and Ruhi's have created video toolkits documenting their campaigns to share their tried and true ideas with you. This Fall, AIDemocracy is looking for a new generation of Innovators to take these ideas and make them their own. Interested? Simply watch the videos, choose a campaign, and email Laura@aidemocracy.org with the subject line "ICD Replications" to get started. Grantees will receive $200 towards the project and full support from AIDemocracy staff.

Upcoming Events

Host a Hope Not Hate Town Hall

Contact laura@aidemocracy.org to learn how you can bring this great retreat to your campus, complete with expert speakers, workshops, films, and artists. Encourage the Muslim and non-Muslim relations at your school and help take action on a global and local scale. See below for examples of past events!

 

Global Peace & Security Opportunities

Become a Global Peace & Security Campus Fellow!

Every day the headlines are dominated by war, terror, humanitarian crises, and civil unrest. As engaged young citizens, YOU have the power to build a more peaceful world from the ground up - and we want to help you make it happen! This Fall, AIDemocracy will sponsor six student campaigns on key peace and security issues including US-Muslim Relations, US-Iran Relations, Civil-Military Balance and US Foreign Assistance Reform.  Campus Fellows will receive a $250 mini-grant towards their campaign, regular guidance from AIDemocracy staff, and access to our extensive organizing resources. Open to individuals or groups. To learn more and TO APPLY CLICK HERE. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis, so apply soon!