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 which 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.
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Vision
Just and peaceful communities in Asia-Pacific.
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.
Education, Training and Building Capacities of Individuals and their Institutions in the Field of Peacebuilding
Refining Learning, Enhancing Knowledge, and Sharing Materials related to Peacebuilding
Creating Space and Connecting People from Diverse Sectors to Build a Critical Mass of Peacebuilders to promote justpeace
RDL Team Visits Laos
From March 9 to 18, 2023, MPI's Research, Documentation, and Learning (RDL) team visited Laos for various meetings with MPI alumni and existing and potential partner organizations.
Thirteen MPI alumni gathered at the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) office in Phonesavanh-Tai, Vientiane, on March 11. This gathering provided an opportunity for alumni to connect with other fellow alumni and share t...
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CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Centre for Peace Praxis
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.
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Empowering Youth: NEISSR's Innovative Approach to Conflict Resolution through Peer Mediation
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.
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Cornelius Selan
Coordinator of Monitoring and Evaluation, Institute for Interfaith Dialogue in Indonesia
Netai Singha
Field Supervisor, West Bengal Voluntary Health Association, India
Ashwena Apao
Missionary Sisters of St. Columban, Philippines
Mustafa Ghashim
Project Coordinator/Facilitator, DARB, Syria/Turkey
Beate Hahn
Program Manager Personnel Services South East Asia & Pacific, Bread for the World – Protestant Agency for Diakonia and Development, Germany
Hegstad Koga
Chief Monitoring and Evaluation, Officer Ministry of Traditional Governance, Peace and Ecclesiastical Affairs, Solomon Islands
Krishnamohan Vijayalakshmi
Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Stella Maris College, India
Chandara Phann
Project Officer, Forum Ziviler Friedensdienst e.V.|Forum Civil Peace Service, Cambodia
Anielle Santoso
Indonesia
Juliana Yonzon
Program Coordinator, Mennonite Central Committee, Nepal
Joan McGregor
MPI Facilitator, South Africa
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