GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

CHAPTER 7
Peace Education
Lesson Objective:
▪ Demonstrate understanding on the concept of peace and
violence
▪ Define peace education
▪ Identify the aspects of peace education
THE CONCEPT
OF PEACE
▪ Positive peace
▪ Inner Peace
▪ Social Harmony
▪ International Relations
Positive Peace:
⮚ not merely the absence of violence but also the
presence of conditions that promote justice, equity,
and well-being.
⮚ encompasses social, economic, and political factors
that contribute to a harmonious and stable society.
⮚ Example post-apartheid in South Africa
Inner Peace:
⮚ On an individual level, peace may refer to a state of
inner calm, tranquility, and contentment.
⮚ Practices like mindfulness, creative pursuits, and
spiritual pursuits are often associated with cultivating
inner peace
⮚ is not the absence of stress or difficulties but the ability
to navigate them with a centered and composed
mindset.
Social Harmony:
⮚ Peace can be seen as the presence of social harmony,
where individuals and communities coexist with mutual
respect and understanding.
⮚ can be observed in communities where diverse groups
live together harmoniously, respecting each other's
differences
⮚ Cooperation and dialogue are essential components of
achieving and maintaining social peace.
International Relations:
⮚ At the global level, peace involves the absence of war
and conflicts between nations.
⮚ Diplomacy, negotiation, and international cooperation
are vital for fostering global peace.
CONCEPTS OF
VIOLENCE
▪ Physical Violence
▪ Structural Violence
▪ Cultural Violence
▪ Psychological Violence
▪ State Violence
Physical Violence:
⮚ the use of force or physical harm to cause injury or
damage.
⮚ It includes acts such as assault and other forms of
aggression.
Structural Violence:
⮚ Refers to systemic and institutionalized forms of harm
that result from social, economic, or political structures.
⮚ Harm from this violence includes discrimination, and
unequal access to resources or opportunities.
⮚ Ex : institutionalized racism
Cultural Violence:
⮚ It involves the use of cultural elements, such as
language, symbols, and traditions, to perpetuate harm to
individuals or groups.
⮚ An example of cultural violence can be seen in the
promotion of discriminatory stereotypes through media
and popular culture.
⮚ Television shows and movies consistently depict
members of a specific ethnic or religious group using
stereotypes that are derogatory or dehumanizing.
Psychological Violence:
⮚ non-physical forms of harm, such as emotional abuse,
bullying, or manipulation.
⮚ It can have long-lasting effects on mental health and
well-being.
State Violence:
⮚ Violence carried out or sanctioned by the state,
including actions such as police brutality or human rights
abuses.
⮚ Ex : Arbitrary arrest, suppression of freedom of speech,
use of military force
Promoting a culture of peace and reducing violence at
various levels of society involves
✔addressing root causes
✔promoting social justice
✔foster a culture of dialogue and cooperation.
PEACE EDUCATION AS
TRANSFORMATIVE
EDUCATION
Peace education
⮚is an approach to teaching and learning that emphasizes
the development of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and
values that contribute to building a culture of peace.
Peace education
⮚The primary goal of peace education is to promote
▪understanding of peace
▪conflict resolution
▪social justice
▪understanding principles of nonviolence.
⮚This form of education aims to empower individuals to
become active agents of positive change, fostering a
more peaceful world.
⮚Here are key aspects of peace education:
Understanding Conflict:
⮚ involves teaching individuals to understand the nature
and causes of conflicts at various levels
Conflict Resolution Skills:
⮚ provide individuals with practical skills for resolving
conflicts peacefully, such as
▪ communication
▪ negotiation
▪ mediation
Promotion of Human Rights:
⮚ Integrating human rights education into the curriculum to
raise awareness about respecting and protecting the
rights of all individuals.
Cultural Competence:
⮚ Encouraging cultural understanding and respect for
diversity to foster a sense of global citizenship and
interconnectedness.
Nonviolent Communication:
⮚ Teaching the principles of nonviolent communication,
which emphasizes
▪ empathy
▪ active listening
▪ expressing needs without resorting to aggression.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
⮚ empowering individuals to contribute to the solution of
problems
Social Justice Education:
⮚ Incorporating lessons on social justice to address issues
of inequality, discrimination, and systemic injustices.
Active Participation:
⮚ Encouraging active participation in
▪ community service
▪ peacebuilding initiatives
▪ advocacy for social change.
Conflict Prevention:
⮚ Focusing on strategies and actions that contribute to
preventing conflicts before they escalate into violence.
Global Citizenship:
⮚ Promoting a sense of global citizenship and
responsibility, encouraging individuals to think beyond
national borders and work towards common goals for
the well-being of humanity.
Media Literacy:
⮚ Teaching media literacy to help individuals critically
analyze media messages and avoid the perpetuation of
stereotypes and divisive narratives.
Peace education as transformative education
⮚is an approach that seeks to bring about positive
changes in individuals and societies by fostering a deep
understanding of peace, justice, and human rights.
⮚Transformative education goes beyond the mere
transmission of knowledge and skills
⮚it aims to empower individuals to
▪examine the root causes of conflicts
▪challenge oppressive systems
▪contribute to building a more peaceful world.