Peace dot directory
July 27, 2010
This directory is maintained by the Peace Innovation group at the Stanford University Persuasive Technology Lab http://docs.google.com/View?id=dcqn4jpj_46cs67jq68 and well worth a look. You may need to cut and paste the link to your browser.
Morawska Event Management
July 26, 2010
We are excited to announce that we will be launching Morawska Event Management in September.
Education, Conservation and Economic Good Sense
July 21, 2010
I wrote this paper in 1988 when I was a young scientist at CSIRO, Australia (the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation). It is still current. Have we progressed?
Abstract
Much has been written about the greenhouse effect and the implications on a local, national and global scale. What can the individual do with respect to alleviating the greenhouse effect and will this have a significant effect on the problem as a whole? This paper explores options for individuals and seeks to assess what quantitative and other impacts these behavioural changes will have on the greenhouse effect. The paper also examines the feasibility and costs of making such changes in the context of individual lifestyles and situations. A range of implementation strategies is discussed
Key word index: carbon dioxide emissions, energy conservation, policy implications, education, domestic energy usage, lifestyle impact, transport, recycling, buildings, behavioural changes.
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Jenny Morawska
Peace and mental health
July 21, 2010
It’s hard to believe that it is 6 months since the earthquake in Haiti. A new issue is emerging – that of mental health. Peace of mind is a critical component in the peace building process. Stability and physical security are of course paramount, however as a global village we need to be aware of the costs of poor mental health especially during the interim stabilization periods and in post conflict peacebuilding.
Vale Marc Plum
January 25, 2010
It is with great sadness that I have heard of the death of our valued colleague and friend Marc Plum in the UN Mission in the Haiti earthquake. The intelligent and charming Marc worked tirelssly for peace and stability in Haiti, often putting aside his own needs for the bigger picture of a better world. We will miss you Marc. Our condolences to his family and colleagues.