{"id":52137,"date":"2025-02-12T11:38:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T11:38:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.icip.cat\/?page_id=52137"},"modified":"2025-02-12T12:52:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T12:52:51","slug":"diasporas-as-peacebuilders","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.icip.cat\/en\/memory-coexistence-and-reconciliation\/diasporas-as-peacebuilders\/","title":{"rendered":"Diasporas as Peacebuilders"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The rise in armed conflicts and the proliferation of diverse forms of violence underscores the urgent need for innovation in peacebuilding analysis and responses. Clearly, new actors and tools must complement the efforts of governments, the United Nations, and civil society organizations. In this context, it is crucial to recognize diasporas as key agents of peacebuilding, amplify their visibility, and address the institutional, social, and economic challenges that refugees, exiles, and migrants face in rebuilding their lives with dignity and full respect for human rights.<\/p>\n

Placing diasporas at the heart of peacebuilding efforts requires understanding their shared struggles and unique experiences. This approach demands a respectful acknowledgement of political subjectivities, ensuring that the distinct realities of each group and country are considered. At the same time, fostering peace also necessitates transforming host societies\u2014combating racism, dismantling perceptions of the “other” as an adversary, and promoting inclusive coexistence.<\/p>\n

The path to peace through diasporas is forged by strengthening their connections to their places of origin and crafting narratives that emphasize the possibilities of mutual understanding and harmonious coexistence.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Diasporas as Peacebuilders<\/h2>

Peace in Progress<\/em>, issue 42, January 2025<\/p>\n

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Women and peacebuilding from the diaspora and exile in Europe<\/h2>

Reports ICIP 19\/2021. Nora Miralles Crespo and Sudergintza Cooperativa<\/p><\/div><\/a><\/article><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mediterranean Women, Weaving Resilience: The Value of Peace<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In September 2024, ICIP and the Faberllull Residence<\/a> in Olot gathered women from Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon to reflect on peace through their personal experiences.<\/p>\n

The participants came from artistic, academic, and journalistic backgrounds. While some continue to live in the Middle East, others have settled in Catalonia. They represent different generations and have experienced diverse political and social contexts. Yet, they share a common thread\u2014the profound impact of war and conflict on their lives and countries.<\/p>\n

The residency was designed to offer a healing experience, fostering meaningful connections and providing a safe space where the women could share their anxieties and grief while listening to and supporting one another. Through carefully structured dynamics, the program encouraged dialogue, trust-building, and collective reflection.<\/p>\n

The participants included:<\/p>\n