Mindanao Peacebuilding Institute Foundation, Inc.

Training participants gathered on the floor around a mat in a reconciliation service.

Mindanao Peacebuilding Institute

A Resource for Peacebuilders in Asia

The Mindanao Peacebuilding Institute (MPI) is an Asian training institute grounded in the Mindanao, Philippines, context that provides a space for people of diverse backgrounds to gather together, share and learn in a safe environment where all viewpoints are encouraged and respected. MPI is a resource for peacebuilders: providing skills, conducting research and building solidarity within the Asia-Pacific Region.

MPI creates a space where peacebuilders meet in mind, heart, and spirit to keep abreast of the challenges that the issues of peace and justice present. In a professional and personal way, MPI, through its programs, offers opportunities by which the journey of peace becomes real in the lives of peacebuilders and their communities.

MPI Participants and Community seated in a circle

Vision

Just and peaceful communities in Asia-Pacific.

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Mission

MPI seeks to deepen commitment to justice and peace; respect for human rights; and dialogue and solidarity among individuals, institutions, and communities.

Goal

Individuals, institutions, and communities empowered as catalysts for peace and social transformation.

Programs and Services

Education and Training

Education, Training and Building Capacities of Individuals and their Institutions in the Field of Peacebuilding

Research and Documentation

Refining Learning, Enhancing Knowledge, and Sharing Materials related to Peacebuilding

Networking

Creating Space and Connecting People from Diverse Sectors to Build a Critical Mass of Peacebuilders to promote justpeace

News from MPI

Participants in Fundamentals of Peacebuilding Training along the wall with Deng Giguiento leading an activity

Nurturing Peace: Insights and Commitments from the Fundamentals of Peacebuilding Workshop

30 November 2023

In November 2023, MPI organized a special training on the Fundamentals of Peacebuilding for the Mahintana Foundation, Inc. (MFI) and its partners. MPI long-term facilitator Maria Ida “Deng” Giguiento led the training on November 8 and 9, 2023, at Malagos Garden Resort in Davao City. The event brought together 25 people from Mahintana Foundation staff and partnering organizations in South Cotabato,...

Alumni News

MPI director Christine Vertucci giving a talk to students sitting at round tables

CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Centre for Peace Praxis

06 September 2023

MPI congratulates CHRIST (Deemed to be University) in Bangalore, India, for inaugurating the Centre for Peace Praxis on 16 August 2023. The event was attended by 265 participants, including faculty, students, and special guests. The establishment of the center was made possible by the efforts and initiative of MPI alumnus and facilitator Dr. MM “PK” Padmakumar with the support of Vice Chancellor Dr. Fr. Jose CC and some faculty members of the university. ...

Network News

Participants in Peer Mediation training program in group photo

Empowering Youth: NEISSR's Innovative Approach to Conflict Resolution through Peer Mediation

06 September 2023

On September 5th, 2023, the Peace Channel, in collaboration with the North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), embarked on a transformative journey by conducting a comprehensive Peer Mediation training program. This initiative signifies a bold step toward empowering youth in colleges and universities as peer mediators, uniquely equipped to address a diverse spectrum of issues within their academic communities. ...