by UNAOC | May 13, 2020 | Alumni Stories, Intercultural Innovation Award
The restrictions that came with the Corona crisis demanded great sacrifices from all people. At the same time, they showed us clearly that we are all affected in the same way, regardless of our origin, religion, or skin color. The feasts that people celebrate every...
by UNAOC | May 13, 2020 | Alumni Stories
It has been few weeks since Sri Lanka went into lockdown. While the situation has not spiraled out of control, we’ve still seen many cases, and a few deaths reported. The measures implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19, however, has taken its toll on people,...
by UNAOC | May 13, 2020 | Alumni Stories, Fellowship
As a peacebuilding pracademic, I reflect daily on how to continue positively transforming our world. With many of us now at home, the opportunity to pause and analyze who we are, where we are now, and where we want to go is even more possible. In this moment,...
by UNAOC | May 13, 2020 | Alumni Stories, Intercultural Innovation Award
The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom is all about connectivity. Immediately, we moved all of our in-person interactions to digital access. The central office is providing access to the online platform, training, and scheduling for all chapter meetings. The members are so...
by UNAOC | Apr 21, 2020 | Alumni Stories, Fellowship
Despite all of the suffering and uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there are inspiring stories of what happens when communities come together amid a crisis. Recently, I came across a story from the Guardian about African migrants delivering food to local...
