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The nominating organizations were particularly impressed with Concordis International’s model, which promotes active participation from everyone impacted by the conflict. They work creatively to give voice to people and groups who might otherwise be marginalized due to gender, age or ethnicity. They also include those who take up arms as well as those who chose not to, national governments as well as civil society.

Among other things, Concordis helped facilitate a peace agreement between two groups that both have traditional claims to the same land, and that peace agreement is holding.

Yesterday the Trump Administration Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, announced the transition to “Phase 2” of the 20-point Gaza peace plan. Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey have named a 15-member Palestinian National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). Each has a ministerial portfolio with Ali Shaath, a former Palestinian Authority (PA) deputy transportation minister, in the chair. This…

Introduction Wamena, the capital of Jayawijaya Regency in the central highlands of Papua, Indonesia, stands as one of the most dynamic and symbolically important towns in the region. Known for its lush valleys, strong cultural traditions, and resilient communities, Wamena represents both the heart of highland Papuan identity and the front line in Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to promote peace,…

I’ve been skeptical of the Gaza peace deal, which is in the first stage of its implementation. So here is a much more optimistic outlook, from an impeccably well-informed source (Gershon Baskin). First stage appears has started well With President Trump preparing to leave for Cairo and Jerusalem, the first stage of the agreement is going well. Israeli forces have withdrawn as planned, and…