Women PeaceMakers Program
Made possible by a grant from the Fred J. Hansen Foundation
Becoming a Woman PeaceMaker
2008 Women PeaceMakers residency period:
Sept. 6 - Nov. 1, 2008
*The 2008 IPJ Women PeaceMakers are Shinjita Alam of Bangladesh, Sylvie Maunga of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zandile Nhlengetwa of South Africa and Olenka Ochoa of Peru. Details to come.*
The Women PeaceMakers Program involves learning, teaching, and taking the time to narrate a personal, unique story of peacemaking. Along with scheduled time when the Woman PeaceMaker will work in small groups and/or one-on-one with her peace writer, there will be programs in which she will share with others her experiences from her respective country and conflict setting with others. She will learn from and explore new skills and ideas with fellow PeaceMakers. Through better understanding of individual human rights advocacy and peacebuilding work, the program seeks to build greater cross-cultural understanding, and to document the challenges and successes of women who have been involved in peacemaking efforts.
Those who are accepted into the Fall 2008 program will be expected to spend eight weeks at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice (IPJ) at the University of San Diego in San Diego, California. Over that time, their experiences will include the following:
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Sharing experiences of peacemaking and human rights advocacy with the IPJ community of students and faculty through small group discussions and "Conversations With" that are open to the general public.
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Participating in and lending expertise to a PeaceMaker Summit in which many of the past Women PeaceMakers will join the present PeaceMakers to share knowledge and new challenges on the frontlines. Participants will document their best practices in a three day San Diego-based summit.
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Learning and networking through roundtable discussions, Women PeaceMakers will meet with local and national women leaders involved in human rights, political action, and peacemaking efforts, forming networks and gaining resources to be called upon for international peacemaking and post-conflict planning processes.
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Renewing personal commitments to their work and taking time to reflect in a safe and nurturing environment that promotes new learning and an authentic exchange of ideas.
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Additional activities may include visiting local governmental and nongovernmental organizations, guest lectures, and other public engagements.
Qualifications
This is a program open to women who have been involved in either official or unofficial peace processes and who may be working at the grassroots, national, or international level. We select women who have been active in “just” peace efforts, i.e., conflict resolution and civil society participation that is inclusive and honors human rights.
Women PeaceMakers :
1. have experience working directly in a peacemaking and/or human rights efforts (at a grassroots, national, or international level)
2. speak sufficient English to relate personal experiences (written English is not necessary)
3. be in a position to apply what is learned and/or to share with others at the conclusion of the residency program.
Program Cost & Fellowships
There is no cost for participation in the Women PeaceMakers Program. The program will provide fellowships to four qualified applicants. This funding is to be used for 1) local transportation (airfare to and from San Diego provided); 2) living expenses (other than housing, which is provided); 3) incidentals. The Women PeaceMakers Program encourages applicants to seek supplemental funding from local sources, although the funding provided by the IPJ for those selected will be sufficient for the full eight weeks.
Lodging
Housing will be provided at the Casa de la Paz, "The House of Peace," on the campus of the Institute for Peace & Justice, University of San Diego. The Casa de la Paz is a private residence adjacent to the Institute for Peace & Justice that overlooks Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Invited Women PeaceMakers will have the opportunity to rest and reflect in this beautiful, peaceful, and supportive setting.
Women PeaceMakers Program Brochure
Experiences during residency may include:
How to apply to become a 2008 Woman PeaceMaker (Applications are now closed)
In order for your application to be considered it must be post-marked on or before May 23, 2008 and received by May 26, 2008. Applicants selected for consideration will be notified by June 6, 2008; successful candidates will be notified by June 18, 2008. All applications must include:
1. The completed and signed 2008 Application Form. (2 page form included below)
2. A two-part statement in a maximum of 8 pages that explains your personal objectives and gives an outline of your story. This should include:
a. An explanation of why you are interested in participating in the 2008 Women PeaceMakers Program. Incorporate your personal goals with your understanding of how this unique program can benefit your work. (no more than 4 pages)
b. A summary of your own peacemaking story. (no more than 4 pages)
Note: You may substitute a videotape (maximum of 10 minutes) in which you provide the information requested in a and b above.
3. A resume or curriculum vitae or a listing of your peacemaking and work activities and educational background. There are no educational requirements for this program, but we would like to know about your formal as well as informal education. (no more than 3 pages)
4. Two letters of reference with contact information should be provided in the 2008 Application Cover Form.
5. The completed and signed 2008 Women PeaceMakers Self-Assessment Health Form. (2-page form included here)
For more information regarding Women PeaceMaker applications please contact:
Erika Lopez
Women PeaceMakers Program
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, CA 92110
USA
Fax: 1.619.260.7570
E-mail: erika.lopez@sandiego.edu
If sending the application via email to erika.lopez@sandiego.edu please fax a copy of the completed and signed Self-Assessment Health Form and the 2007 Application Cover Form.
IMPORTANT: Your application will not be considered "complete" or reviewed until the signed health forms and cover application forms are received.
Please keep a photocopy of your completed application for your records. We will not be able to send back any of the materials we receive.
Contact Information:
Erika Lopez, MA
Women PeaceMakers Program
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, CA 92110
USA
Fax: 1.619.260.7570
* Alternative fax number: 1.619.260.7809
E-mail: erika.lopez@sandiego.edu
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