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Peace Culture
Research Institute

We are committed to conducting engaged research on the meaning of peace in conflict-affected societies and on growing a culture of peace in which conflict can be transformed through peaceful relationships, and hope for a future together can be nurtured and sustained.

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Research

The Peace Culture Research Institute (PCRI) is engaged in research on a wide range of issues in relation to the PCRI’s basic aim of studying the meaning of peace in our world and how to grow a culture of peace. The research topics include trans-local perspectives on peacebuilding and peace processes, the role of civil society, art, sports, religion, and tourism in peacebuilding, humanitarian, development and peace cooperation, and nurturing hope for peace.

Publications

In this collection, you will find the latest books, research articles, and policy papers, written by researchers affiliated with the Peace Culture Research Institute (PCRI), all focused on understanding the meaning of peace and advancing the study of peace cultures. These publications cover a wide range of topics, from thorough conceptual and theoretical analyses to practical insights on nurturing hope in conflict-affected societies. Explore our work to discover innovative approaches and evidence-based strategies that contribute to growing peace.