The conversation explores the importance of listening, privilege, and the interconnectedness of humanity. Yahya shares his experiences as a young Afghan leader and his perspective on the current situation in Afghanistan. He emphasizes the need for dialogue and understanding to solve conflicts and create peace. Yahya also discusses the role of youth in shaping the future and the challenges they face. The conversation touches on the protests in Gaza and the importance of intergenerational dialogue.

Keywords

listening, privilege, interconnectedness, Afghanistan, youth, peace, conflict, dialogue, protests, intergenerational

Takeaways

-Listening is a critical element of peacebuilding and understanding between different cultures and regions.

-Privilege is an important factor to consider when discussing global issues, as it affects access to basic necessities and opportunities.

-The interconnectedness of humanity highlights the need for peace and compassion on a global scale.

-Youth have the power to shape the future and should be included in peace processes and decision-making.

-Intergenerational dialogue is essential for understanding and resolving conflicts.

Sound Bites

"Listen, listen and listen."

"As young people come more and more into their own, their presence, voices and thoughts will shape the globe."

"Afghanistan is now facing one of the world's worst humanitarian crises."

Chapters

-The Power of Listening and Reflection

-Understanding Privilege and its Impact

-The Interconnectedness of Humanity

-The Role of Youth in Shaping the Future

-The power of dialogue over violence

In this 2nd part of the conversation with Lika, she shares her experiences working on programs in countries facing challenges and the importance of standing up for women's rights. She shares her involvement in a program that supports Afghan women's education and the risks and threats she faced. Lika emphasizes the need for global citizenship education and teaching young people about multicultural understanding and peacebuilding. She believes that starting this education at a young age can lead to a more peaceful world. Lika also highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and conflict resolution education for all ages.

Keywords

conflict resolution, interfaith peace building, stereotypes, global citizenship, connection, love, women's rights, Afghan women, education, global citizenship, peacebuilding, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution

Takeaways

-Standing up for women's rights and education is crucial, even in challenging and dangerous situations.

-Global citizenship education is essential for fostering multicultural understanding and peacebuilding.

-Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution education should be taught at a young age to promote a more peaceful society.

-Personal inner peace is vital for contributing to global peace.

Sound Bites

"You cannot hate someone you know"

"I haven't had accidents but I've been a part of programs that my family and friends were seriously questioning whether it's a good decision to work in those countries and get involved in that type of work."

"What does it mean to be a woman? What does it mean to stand up for women across the world?"

"The world will be more peaceful if we teach young people at a very early age about the importance of global citizenship, about the importance of getting excited to get to know other cultures instead of having that hatred or mistrust."

Chapters

-Impacts of Working in War Zones

-Working in Challenging Environments

-The Importance of Global Citizenship Education

-Teaching Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Resolution from a Young Age

-The Connection Between Personal Inner Peace and Global Peace

This conversation with Peter explores the role of international dialogue, civil society, and youth in peacebuilding and conflict prevention. Peter shares his conviction and belief in striving towards a more resilient and peaceful world. The international dialogue on peacebuilding and state-building is discussed, highlighting the inclusion of governments, donors, and civil society organizations. The conversation also touches on the root causes of conflict, including power imbalances and the desire for control. The impact of natural resources on conflict and the differences in thinking styles between the East and West in diplomacy are explored. The inclusion of civil society and youth in decision-making processes is highlighted, along with the challenges and progress in this area. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of technology in peacebuilding and the need to address both the positive benefits and potential threats.

Keywords

international dialogue, civil society, youth, peacebuilding, conflict prevention, coordination, power imbalance, natural resources, diplomacy, inclusion, decision-making, technology

Takeaways

-International dialogue and coordination among governments, donors, and civil society organizations are crucial for peacebuilding and conflict prevention.

-Power imbalances and the desire for control are root causes of conflict.

-The inclusion of civil society and youth in decision-making processes is essential for meaningful and sustainable peace.

-The impact of natural resources on conflict is increasing

-Differences in thinking styles between the East and West in diplomacy exist, but the commitment to change and peace is universal.

-Technology can be both a boon and a bane in peacebuilding, and its potential benefits and threats need to be addressed.

-The space for civil society organizations is under threat, and efforts must be made to safeguard and strengthen civic space.

Sound Bites

"Is there a legitimate way in which youth and civil society can be actively involved in bringing about a peaceful world?"

"I do think there are always ways of trying and forging greater efforts towards conflict prevention, addressing grievances, addressing the needs of people across the globe, and also striving towards more peaceful worlds."

Chapters

00:00 International Dialogue and Peacebuilding

04:46 The Role of Civil Society in Peacebuilding

08:46 Coordination and Collaboration among Stakeholders

20:15 Differences in Thinking Styles: East vs. West in Diplomacy

35:49 Navigating the Role of Technology in Peacebuilding

38:08 Safeguarding Civic Space for Civil Society Organizations