Peace Wanted

Dive into an eye-opening journey with Winnie Bedigan on the Peace Wanted podcast as she shares her transformation from a South Sudanese refugee to a PhD scholar in peacebuilding and conflict resolution. Winnie's personal experiences with traditional conflict resolution methods and her critical insights into the limitations of international peacekeeping efforts will challenge your perceptions of se...

In this heart-wrenching yet inspiring episode of the Peace Wanted podcast, we journey to the frontlines of conflict in northern Nigeria with Mama Hamsatu, an educator, freelance writer, and gender activist. She shares her courageous decision to stay amidst the chaos caused by Boko Haram, her efforts to support and rehabilitate victims, and her innovative approaches to promoting peace and justice....

On this episode of the Peace Wanted podcast, we are graced with the presence of Parfait, the national coordinator of the Quaker Peace Network in Burundi. Parfait brings to life a tale of unexpected heroism during a time of ethnic conflict, where a neighbor's unwavering protective presence thwarted violence and preserved peace. We also explore how these grassroots efforts have evolved into organize...

'Peace Wanted' presents a powerful conversation on the essence of nonviolent action and its pivotal role in uniting communities amidst adversity. Hear from experts who have dedicated their lives to fostering peace through innovative strategies such as community security trainings and nonviolent accompaniment. This episode is not just a history lesson; it's a call to action for embracing nonviolenc...

Join us on Peace Wanted for an inspiring conversation with Rosemary Kabaki, a trailblazer in unarmed civilian protection. Witness the strength of nonviolent strategies as Rosemarie recounts her remarkable journey from a personal quest to a leadership role in South Sudan's largest peace program. Hear firsthand how women's protection teams are transforming the landscape of security and how the princ...

From the revolutionary theater to the academia of peace, join us on a riveting exploration of Unarmed Civilian Protection and The Art of Safeguarding Without Weapons. Our guest's transformation from a university student in the Philippines to a PhD and now Academic in geography unfolds through the narrative of communities creating safe havens in the shadow of conflict. Uncover the intersection of a...

In this fascinating discussion, Fatuma Ibrahim and Rachel Julian explore innovative community-based approaches to civilian protection in conflict zones. Drawing on examples from South Sudan and beyond, they highlight the resilience and protective capacities already existing within local populations. Challenging top-down notions of protection, they argue for strategies that empower communities, eng...

Get ready to be inspired. In this podcast, legendary peace activist Mel Duncan takes us on an eye-opening tour of unarmed civilian protection efforts around the world. With humor and humility, Duncan shares story after emotional story of communities banding together to create safety in the midst of violent conflict. From women preventing rape in South Sudan to Asian-Americans stopping hate crimes...

In this fascinating discussion, Deepa Sureka and Rachel Julian of Nonviolent Peaceforce dive into the possibilities of unarmed civilian protection. Tracing Deepa's journey from the corporate world to human rights, they explore how empathy, negotiation, and relationship-building can create real change. From schools to businesses to communities, they imagine how to scale nonviolent practices globall...

In this fascinating interview, Tiff Tool shares her journey into unarmed civilian protection and what she learned from her experiences in South Sudan and Indonesia. She highlights the power of building relationships across cultures and over time to resolve conflicts nonviolently. Tiff stresses that while slow, UCP can achieve lasting peace between communities, even amidst civil war. Her stories of...

Discover the transformative power of nonviolence and the critical role of women in peacebuilding on the latest episode of the Peace Wanted podcast. Our expert guest delves into the often overlooked perspectives of women, particularly from the global south, and how their unique experiences and methodologies can lead to more inclusive and sustainable peace processes. Tune in to explore why breaking...

Meet Anna Mateeva, talking to Rachel Julian.

Around the world people are working to protect civilians from violence without using weapons. Who are these people? What do they do? Does it work? In this trailer you will learn how we'll answer these questions.