From Enemy to Friend: Growing Peace through Reconciliation- What We Can Learn from the Northern Irish Experience-

  • 15 Feb 2024
  • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • San Antonio College, 1819 N. Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 787212

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Join the World Affairs Council of San Antonio in conjunction with the Rotary Club of San Antonio for a panel discussion centered on the legacy of peacebuilding in Northern Ireland and the remarkable connection between the Seeds of Hope International Peace Leadership Academy in Northern Ireland and the City of San Antonio, TX.

The Academy's curriculum is based on the Positive Peace & Hope philosophy, endorsed by International Rotary President Gordon McInally and the Institute for Economics and Peace. It is developed and directed by The Corrymeela Community, an esteemed organization with a 60-year legacy in reconciliation and growing peace in Northern Ireland and globally.

Register today to learn about the history of the Irish “Troubles,” the Corrymeela Community's effective role in fostering hope, peace, and reconciliation, and how an international partnership of 50 Rotary clubs and nonprofit organizations support the Corrymeela Community’s academy. Their united mission is to grow peace and foster hope worldwide.

For Zoom participants, be sure to denote your virtual attendance and Chloe with the Council will email you your link!

To learn how you can contribute to the Seeds of Hope International Peace Leadership Academy in Northern Ireland, contact U.S. Coordinator JC Clapsaddle at jc.clapsaddle@gmail.com or dial +1 210-557-0583. This event is hosted but the Rotary Club of San Antonio and the World Affairs Council of San Antonio, Texas, USA.