International Peace Research Association
The International Peace Research Association is a global network of academics. It was founded in 1964 and promotes peace by supporting national organizations, hosting conferences, publishing and supporting the publication of peace-promoting journals.
Formation | 1964 |
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Secretaries General | Christine Atieno Matt Meyer |
Website | https://iprapeace.org |
Organization
The International Peace Research Association was founded in 1964[1] and is a global network of educators and researchers who collaborate on peace-building activities.[2]
The association encourages national and international peace-building education and supports the dissemination of peace-promoting research.[2]
The 2021-2023 co-secretaries generals are Christine Atieno and Matt Meyer.[3]
Activities
The association organizes a biannual conference, sponsors peace journals, and publishes a newsletter.[4]
In 1973, it formed the Peace Education Commission, that identifies and describes the work of International Peace Research Association members.[1]
See also
- Asia-Pacific Peace Research Association (affiliate)
- Peace and Justice Studies Association (affiliate)
References
- Percival, Mindy Andrea (1989). An intellectual history of the Peace Education Commission of the International Peace Research Association (Thesis). OCLC 36004558.
- Alger, Chadwick F. (1987). "International peace research association". Medicine and War. 3: 49–52. doi:10.1080/07488008708408733.
- "Governing Council (2021 – 2023)". iprapeace.org. Retrieved 2022-04-29.
- Deodato Rivera, Greetings, Education for Peace: Reflection and Action, Magnus Haavelstrud (editor), University of Keele, UK, IPC Science and Technology Press, 1974, p10