Events at the IPJ

Tuesday, March 4, 7 p.m.
IPJ Theatre
Joan B. Kroc Distinguished Lecture Series
"War, Peace and Climate Change: A Billion Lives in the Balance"
Jan Egeland, former Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator for the United Nations, will discuss the humanitarian challenges of environmental catastrophes caused by both human conflict and natural disasters. Egeland, who currently serves as Special Advisor to U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on conflict prevention and resolution and as director of the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, is the author of "A Billion Lives: An Eyewitness Report from the Frontlines of Humanity". A reception and book signing will follow the lecture. RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 26 at http://peace.sandiego.edu or call (619) 260-4236. Seating is limited and events fill up quickly, so early replies are recommended.


EVENTS CALENDAR


Wednesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m.
IPJ Theatre
IPJ Speaker Series
"Iranian-Saudi Relations and Prospects for Gulf Peace"
Banafsheh Keynoush, Ph.D., specializes in Middle East foreign relations, security issues and international law. A native of the region, she will examine the prospects for peace in the Persian Gulf. RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 5 at http://peace.sandiego.edu.

Monday, Feb. 11, 7 p.m.
IPJ Theatre
IPJ Film Series
"The Peacekeepers"
With unprecedented access to the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping, "The Peacekeepers" provides an intimate and dramatic portrait of the struggle to save a "failed state." The film follows the determined and often desperate maneuvers to avert another disaster like Rwanda, this time in the Democratic Republic of Congo. John Prendergast, noted human rights activist and scholar-in-residence at the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, will provide commentary and answer questions. RSVP by Friday, Feb. 8 at http://peace.sandiego.edu.

Monday, Feb. 18, 7 p.m.
Shiley Theatre (USD)
Special Event
"Three Cups of Tea: An Evening with Greg Mortenson"
The "New York Times" bestselling book, "Three Cups of Tea - One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time" by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin, describes Mortenson's dangerous mission to build schools in Taliban-ruled parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan. After 13 years spent bringing 58 schools to Pakistan and Afghanistan, Mortenson believes that terrorism should be fought with books, not bombs. Co-sponsored by USD's Department of Public Relations, KPBS and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice. A book signing will follow the lecture. Due to overwhelming interest, we have moved the event to USD's Shiley Theatre. The event is free and seating will be first-come, first-served. Please note that there will be two other opportunities the following day to hear Greg Mortenson. For more information, go to www.kpbs.org/onebook.

Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m.
IPJ Theatre
IPJ Film Series
"Beyond the Gates"
Approximately 800,000 people were killed during the 1994 genocide that took place in a mere 100 days during April to July in Rwanda. This film is based on the true story of a secondary school in Kigali, the Ecole Technique Officielle, where over 2,500 people took refuge under the protection of UN troops. On the fifth day of violence, the U.N. troops left, taking with them only the European nationals. The film, shot on location in Rwanda, was directed by Michael Caton-Jones and stars John Hurt, Hugh Dancy and Clare-Hope Ashitey. A panel discussion featuring actors and crew from the film, including survivors of the genocide, will follow the screening. This event is co-sponsored by the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice and Colleges.com/U. Magazine. For more information on the film or to participate in the discussion, go to www.beyondthegates-movie.com or contact nkennedy@colleges.com. RSVP by Friday, Feb. 22 at http://peace.sandiego.edu.

Friday, March 7
Save the Date
"Fourth Annual International Women's Day Celebration Breakfast"
Further details on how to register and pay will follow.

For event additions, changes and directions go to http://peace.sandiego.edu or call (619) 260-7509. Students are encouraged to attend all IPJ events. Events fill up quickly, so professors are encouraged to make reservations in advance for any classes that will be attending as a group.

Twin Updates

Our meeting on Thursday November 15 at noon in Grace Courtroom now features a three speaker panel.

• Dr. David Gangsei, Clinical Director, Survivors of Torture
• Sharon Darrough, Manager of the International Rescue Committee
• Shira Roman of the newly-created Human Rights Watch - San Diego

They will all speak to us about their organizations and employment opportunities in NGO's in the human rights field. It should be a great event.

Our bakesale is ongoing, and will continue today and tomorrow in the Writs. I personally recommend the cupcakes with the peace signs written in frosting.

Twin Announcements

Our next Meeting!!
This will take place on:
When: Thu Nov 15 2007 12:00PM 12:50PM
Where: WH-Courtroom (WH-303A)
What: There will be a speaker and/or a short DVD shown that day! =)
Food: Yes, there will be food! =)

We have also have decided to do a bake sale in the Writs in order to raise money for our group! We need lots of people to sit at the table during the day, and we need a few people to bake. The dates will be Tues., Nov. 13, and Wed., Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. We need people to sign up for 1 hour (or more!) shifts in order for this fundraiser to work. As we are a relatively new club, we desperately need this money to bring in more speakers, and to put on our film festival in the spring which is currently being planned. If you can sit for a shift or two, please email Jessie at jzaylia@gmail.com as soon as possible and she will begin a list. Thanks in advance for all the help we can get! As far as baking goes, we already have cookies, so we need glorious baked goods like brownies, cakes, muffins, cupcakes, or whatever else you would like to make. Again, please email Jessie at jzaylia@gmail.com if you will be bringing anything for this fundraiser.

Ralph Nader Film

The Law and Social Justice Film Series
Hosted by Professor Orly Lobel, USD School of Law Free and Open to the USD Community and Public
*** PIZZA, SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE SERVED***

An Unreasonable Man - Ralph Nader: How Do you Define a Legacy?

Introductory Remarks:
Professor Bob Felmeth, Price Professor of Public Interest Law & an Original "Nader's Raider".

November 6, Tuesday; 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Warren Hall 3D, USD School of Law

In 1966, General Motors, the most powerful corporation in the world, sent private investigators to dig up dirt on an obscure thirty-two year old public interest lawyer named Ralph Nader, who had written a book critical of one of their cars, the Corvair. The scandal that ensued after the smear campaign was revealed launched Ralph Nader into national prominence and established him as one of the most admired Americans and the leader of the modern Consumer Movement. Over the next thirty years and without ever holding public office, Nader built a legislative record that is the rival of any contemporary president. Many things we take for granted including seat belts, airbags, product labeling, no nukes, even the free ticket you get after being bumped from an overbooked flight are largely due to the efforts of Ralph Nader and his citizen groups. Yet today, when most people hear the name "Ralph Nader," they think of the man who gave the country George W. Bush. After being so right for so many years, how did he seem to go so wrong?

Darfur Speaker at IPJ

You are invited to the following IPJ event this Friday: IPJ Daylight Series Friday, Nov. 2; 12:30 - 2 p.m. IPJ Rooms E/F "Peace in Southern Sudan: The Role of Civil Society" Beth Rogers-Witte, USD '02, will speak to the role that civil society has played in maintaining the peace in Southern Sudan after the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in 2005. Specific examples will be given from a project implemented by the international nongovernmental organization, Mercy Corps, where Ms. Rogers-Witte formerly worked as a Deputy Program Manager, based in Southern Sudan. Lessons learned from those programs can also transfer to peacemaking efforts in Darfur. This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required, and attendees are free to bring a lunch. Beverages will be provided.

Guantanamo Bay Speakers

Please join the Criminal Law Society and the Pro Bono Legal Advocates on

Thursday, October 18th

At 12:00 noon

In WH Grace Courtroom

Where the Federal Defenders that represent Detainees of Guantanamo Bay will share their first hand experiences. This is a rare chance to hear riveting accounts from federal defenders of detainees at the largely secret and covert detention facilities of Guantanamo Bay.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided, and the event is from 12:00 to 12:50 so you will not have to miss classes.

Please RSVP to Tara Aguilar at aguilarbro@yahoo.com if you are interested in coming.

October IPJ Schedule

October is the busiest month of the year at the institute, with numerous Women PeaceMakers events, a series of workshops cosponsored with USD's Social Issues Conference, the Joan B. Kroc Distinguished Lecture Series and special events such as film screenings and book signings. All events are free and open to students and the public unless otherwise specified. Event details and RSVP information are listed below the Events AT A GLANCE.

EVENTS AT A GLANCE

Oct. 2 "Walking Together in Peace" - Thich Nhat Hanh
Oct. 4 "Peace is a Matter of Justice Everywhere" - Women PeaceMakers Panel
Oct. 4 "Peace Building: Both Art and/or Science?" - Dean William Headley, Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies
Oct. 4 "Climate Change and the Responsibility to Protect" - Social Issues Conference Workshop
Oct. 9 "Uniting Women to Overcome Long-standing Inter-tribal Hostilities" - Susana Tenjoh-Okwen from Cameroon
Oct. 11 "Weaving Women's Rights into an Independent Democratic State" - Samia Bamieh from Palestine
Oct. 16 "Liberating Minds Imprisoned by War Trauma and Media Bias" - Irina Yanovskaya from South Ossetia in Georgia
Oct. 18 "Reviving Traditional Law to Transform Contemporary Tribal and Migrant Disputes" - Latifah Anum Siregar, Indonesia

Oct. 23 "Peacemaking: Persevering in the Face of Violence" - Women PeaceMakers Summit Panel
Oct. 23 "Seeking Human Security: Crossing Conflict Lines" - Women PeaceMakers Summit Panel
Oct. 23 West Coast Launch of Women Building Peace: What They Do, Why It Matters - Book Launch
Oct. 23 "International Strides for Inclusive Peacebuilding" - Joan B. Kroc Distinguished Lecture Series Panel
Oct. 24 "Peacebuilding: Fostering Civic Trust" - Women PeaceMakers Summit Panel
Oct. 24 "Media as A Tool for Peacebuilding" - Women PeaceMakers Summit Workshop
Oct. 24 "The Faith Club" - Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver, Priscilla Warner
Nov. 2 "Peace in Southern Sudan: The Role of Civil Society" - Beth Rogers-Witte
Nov. 9 Registration Deadline for "Negotiation and Communication Mastery for Leaders"
Nov. 14 "The Israelis and Palestinians: Prospects for Peace" - Marcia Freedman

EVENT CALENDAR

Tuesday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.
Jenny Craig Pavilion
Special Event
"Walking Together in Peace"
Thich Nhat Hanh, Buddhist monk, author and activist, is the keynote speaker for the 18th Annual Social Issues Conference and the Center for Christian Spirituality. He has spent his life advocating peace and nonviolence. His protest of the Vietnam War compelled Martin Luther King Jr. to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize. Cosponsored by USD's Social Issues Conference, the Center for Christian Spirituality, the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice and other USD and community organizations. The talk will be preceded by a walking meditation from the Hahn University Center to the Jenny Craig Pavilion from 5:30 to 6:15, and a guided meditation and chant at the Jenny Craig Pavilion from 6:30 to 7. General Admission: $10, Students: free. To register, go to www.sandiego.edu/socialissues call (619) 260-4798.

Thursday, Oct. 4, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Program
"Peace is a Matter of Justice Everywhere" - Women PeaceMakers Panel
Spanning the globe from state conflicts to tribal wars, from a former Soviet province to a Pacific island, from a Middle East hotspot to a little known African conflict, four women from very different parts of the world will address the challenges and hopes of achieving peace with justice. The recognized peacemakers and justice advocates are Samia Bamieh from Palestine, Latifah Anum Siregar from Indonesia, Susana Tenjoh-Okwen from Cameroon and Irina Yanovskaya from South Ossetia in Georgia.

Thursday, Oct. 4, 12:15 to 2 p.m.
Hahn University Center, Forum A - B
Special Event
"Peace Building: Both Art and/or Science?"
Dean William Headley, C.S.Sp., founding dean of USD's Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, keynote speaker for the 18th Annual Social Issues Conference luncheon. Dean Headley will examine the dynamic tension between academic theoretical approaches to peacebuilding and the intuitive, creative methods used by people in conflict areas. Lunch is free but registration is required. To register, go to www.sandiego.edu/socialissues call (619) 260-4798.

Thursday, Oct. 4, 10:45 a.m. to noon
Hahn University Center Room 103
Social Issues Conference Workshop
"Climate Change and the Responsibility to Protect"
This panel will examine whether the newly enshrined concept of the "responsibility to protect," originally designed to protect populations from atrocities like genocide and crimes against humanity, may be combined with the concept of "sustainable development" to protect populations against the injurious effects of climate change. The session will report on the recent 60th Annual Department of Public Information/Nongovernmental Organizations conference at the United Nations, entitled "Climate Change: How it Impacts Us All." Panelists: Karla Alvarez, USD '07, Program Coordinator, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice; Lesley K. McAllister, Associate Professor, USD School of Law; and Elena McCollim, Program Officer, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice. To register, go to http://home.sandiego.edu/~jrivera/cgi/s18form3.html.

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Program
"Uniting Women to Overcome Long-standing Inter-tribal Hostilities"
A Conversation with Woman PeaceMaker Susana Tenjoh-Okwen from Cameroon. Tenjoh-Okwen, mother, professor, community peace mediator and respected gender activist from Bamenda in the northwest of Cameroon, will share her story.

Thursday, Oct. 11, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Program
"Weaving Women's Rights into an Independent Democratic State"
A Conversation with Woman PeaceMaker Samia Bamieh from Palestine. Bamieh, mother, founding member of the International Women's Commission for a Just and Sustainable Palestinian-Israeli Peace and committee member assigned to draft a Palestinian constitution, will share her story.

Tuesday, Oct. 16, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Program
"Liberating Minds Imprisoned by War Trauma and Media Bias"
A Conversation with Woman PeaceMaker Irina Yanovskaya from South Ossetia in Georgia. Yanovskaya, mother, journalist, lawyer, chair of the Journalists for Human Rights and one of the 1,000 women nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005, will share her story.

Thursday, Oct. 18, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Program
"Reviving Traditional Law to Transform Contemporary Tribal and Migrant Disputes"
A Conversation with Woman PeaceMaker Latifah Anum Siregar from Indonesia. Siregar, human rights lawyer, chair of the Alliance for Democracy in Papua and advocate for peace working in the complex tribal and migrant conflicts in Papua communities, will share her story.

"Is Peace Possible? A Summit of Women PeaceMakers on Today's Frontlines"
The Women PeaceMakers Program at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice (IPJ) is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a series of public panel presentations and interactions. As the IPJ welcomes four new peacemakers in 2007, it is also hosting previous women peacemakers for a two-day summit. The women will update us on their work and share how they are handling some of the treacherous obstacles to peace.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 9:30 a.m. to noon
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Summit
"Peacemaking: Persevering in the Face of Violence"
Panelists will present the complexities of real-world conflict mitigation and peace negotiations in their respective countries. Reflecting on the current obstacles to their past initiatives to cross conflict lines and create the conditions for peace, women on the frontlines will share their perspectives and updates on the recurring challenges and possible improvements in their work.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2 to 4 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Summit
"Seeking Human Security: Crossing Conflict Lines"
In entrenched conflicts, dehumanizing perceptions of the "other" must be called into question. These speakers will discuss their on-the-ground work to dispel politically-motivated myths through education, policymaking, grassroots activism and cross-border communication. By working across conflict lines these women demonstrate and model methods to achieve and foster inclusive human security in communities, nations and regions scarred by ethnic conflict, identity politics and discrimination.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Summit
"West Coast Launch of Women Building Peace: What They Do, Why It Matters"
How and why do women's contributions matter in peace and security processes? Why should women's activities in this sphere be explored separately from peacebuilding efforts in general? Sanam Anderlini offers a comprehensive, cross-regional analysis of women's peacebuilding initiatives around the world. Anderlini also traces the evolution of international policies in this arena and highlights the endemic problems that stunt progress. Her analysis, based on extensive research and field experience, demonstrates how gender sensitivity in programming can be a catalytic component in the complex task of building sustainable peace, and provides concrete examples of how to draw on women's untapped potential.

Tuesday, Oct. 23, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
Joan B. Kroc Distinguished Lecture Series (not in bold)
"International Strides for Inclusive Peacebuilding"
International policymakers and experts will highlight gender concerns and inclusion in conflict resolution, peacekeeping operations and long-term peacebuilding efforts such as reconciliation and accountability for war crimes, particularly gender-based human rights violations. Speakers include former Ugandan parliamentarian Winnie Byanyima, gender advisor to the United Nations Development Programme; Priscilla Hayner, director of the Peace and Justice Program at the International Center for Transitional Justice; and Lt. Gen. Joseph Owonibi, former force commander of U.N. peacekeeping operations in Liberia. RSVP by Oct. 12 to http://peace.sandiego.edu or call (619) 260-4236. A reception will follow the lecture.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to noon
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Summit
"Peacebuilding: Fostering Civic Trust"
Steps toward peace and security remain tentative without gender-inclusive governance and policies. With a stable peace on the horizon, a range of issues must be addressed at each level in society following periods of mass atrocity and gross human rights violations. Women are often at the forefront of these efforts, whether at the grassroots level to restore relations or in the national arena to create a climate in which institutions are reformed. From building the capacity of civil society to ensuring good governance, women have a key role to play.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Women PeaceMakers Summit
"Media as A Tool for Peacebuilding"
Today's emerging information and communication technologies have the potential to connect the world as never before. New media tools can enable us to share peacebuilding solutions, strengthen cultures, educate communities (no matter the level of literacy), monitor peace processes, promote civic empowerment and create new levels of accountability and transparency in governments and corporations around the world.

Wednesday, Oct. 24, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Special Event
"The Faith Club"
The Faith Club is a book written by three women of three different faiths - Christianity, Islam and Judaism - searching for understanding and peace amongst diversity. At this special panel presentation with authors Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver and Priscilla Warner, they will describe the journey of their post-9/11 interfaith dialogue, including their personal stereotypes and misunderstandings about one another and the issues that divide and ultimately unite them. They will also speak on how to start a faith club to experience an enriched personal faith and understanding of people from any faith. A book signing will follow the lecture. RSVP by Oct. 17 at http://peace.sandiego.edu or (619) 260-4236.

Friday, Nov. 2, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
IPJ Rooms E/F
IPJ Daylight Series
"Peace in Southern Sudan: The Role of Civil Society"
Beth Rogers-Witte, USD '02, will speak on the role that civil society has played in maintaining peace in southern Sudan after the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in 2005. Specific examples will be given from a project implemented by the international nongovernmental organization, Mercy Corps, where Ms. Rogers-Witte currently works as a deputy program manager, based in southern Sudan. Attendees are free to bring a lunch. Beverages will be provided.

Friday, Nov. 9
Registration Deadline for Negotiations Event
"Negotiation and Communication Mastery for Leaders" will bring together high-level professionals in the private and public sectors including business executives, government staff and military officials to hone negotiation and communication techniques for leadership success in conflict management in a four-day negotiations event Jan. 15-18, 2008. Participants will learn how to negotiate durable agreements and develop an integrated approach to goal setting, planning and conduct of critical interactions. This event is convened by CMPartners, a global leader in strategic conflict management advising and training and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice (IPJ) at the University of San Diego. Proceeds will support the IPJ Nepal Project working for peace and democracy and CMPartners' public sector projects in Burundi, Kashmir, the Middle East and Nepal. Register by Nov. 9 at http://peace.sandiego.edu/events/leaders/registration.php. For more information, contact Laura Taylor at laurataylor@sandiego.edu, or call (619) 260-7807.

Wednesday, Nov. 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Peace & Justice Theatre
IPJ Speaker Series
"The Israelis and Palestinians: Prospects for Peace"
Marcia Freedman, founding president of Brit Tzedek v'Shalom, and a member of the Knesset from 1973 through 1977, will speak. Brit Tzedek v'Shalom, the Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace, seeks to educate and mobilize American Jews in support of a negotiated two-state resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This event is co-sponsored by Brit Tzedek v'Shalom/The Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice. RSVP by Nov. 9 at http://peace.sandiego.edu.

For event additions, changes and directions go to http://peace.sandiego.edu or call 619-260-7509. USD students are encouraged to attend all IPJ events. Events fill up quickly, so professors are encouraged to make reservations in advance for any classes that will be attending as a group.

Fall Semester Schedule of Events

Thursday, September 20, 7 - 8:30 p.m: Kenneth Roth, Executive Director Human Rights Watch will speak at the IPJ.

Friday, September 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m: International Day of Peace Celebration at the IPJ. Learn about local organizations working for peace and social justice, including us. The symbolic dove release will take place at noon.

September 28-29th, 9am to 12pm/ 5pm to 6:30pm: Just War Theory and Terrorism debate at Warren Hall, featuring USD Law Professor Larry Alexander.

Thursday, October 4th, time TBD: International Criminal Court debate jointly hosted with the USD Federalist Society.

Thursday, October 4, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m: Women Peace Makers Program at the IPJ, featuring Samia Bamieh from Palestine, Latifah Anum Siregar from Indonesia, Susana Tenjoh-Okwen from Cameroon and Irina Yanovskaya from Georgia. Cameroon and Irina Yanovskaya from Georgia.

Tuesday, October 9, 12:30 - 2:00
p.m: Susana Tenjoh-Okwen, mother, professor, community peace mediator and respected gender activist from Bamenda in the northwest of Cameroon, will share her story at the IPJ.

Thursday, October 11, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m: Samia Bamieh, mother, founding member of the International Women's Commission for a Just and Sustainable Palestinian-Israeli Peace and committee member assigned to draft a Palestinian constitution, will share her story at the IPJ.

Tuesday, October 16, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m: Irina Yanovskaya, mother, journalist, lawyer, chair of the Journalists for Human Rights and one of the 1,000 women nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005, will share her story at the IPJ.

Thursday, October 18, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m: Latifah Anum Siregar, human rights lawyer, chair of the Alliance for Democracy in Papua and advocate for peace working in the complex tribal and migrant conflicts in Papua communities, will share her story at the IPJ