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1. GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
CHAPTER 4
Peace Education

2. Lesson Objective:
 Demonstrate understanding on the concept of peace and
violence
 Define peace education
 Identify the aspects of peace education

3. THE CONCEPT
OF PEACE

4.  Positive peace
 Inner Peace
 Social Harmony
 International Relations

5. Positive Peace:
not merely the absence of violence but also the
presence of conditions that promote justice, equity,
and well-being.
encompasses social, economic, and political factors
that contribute to a harmonious and stable society.
Example post-apartheid in South Africa

6. Inner Peace:
On an individual level, peace may refer to a state of
inner calm, tranquility, and contentment.
Practices like mindfulness, creative pursuits, and
spiritual pursuits are often associated with cultivating
inner peace

7. is not the absence of stress or difficulties but the ability
to navigate them with a centered and composed
mindset.

8. Social Harmony:
Peace can be seen as the presence of social harmony,
where individuals and communities coexist with mutual
respect and understanding.
can be observed in communities where diverse groups
live together harmoniously, respecting each other's
differences

9. Cooperation and dialogue are essential components of
achieving and maintaining social peace.

10. International Relations:
At the global level, peace involves the absence of war
and conflicts between nations.
Diplomacy, negotiation, and international cooperation
are vital for fostering global peace.

11. CONCEPTS OF
VIOLENCE

12.  Physical Violence
 Structural Violence
 Cultural Violence
 Psychological Violence
 Interpersonal Violence
 State Violence

13. Physical Violence:
the use of force or physical harm to cause injury or
damage.
It includes acts such as assault and other forms of
aggression.

14. Structural Violence:
Refers to systemic and institutionalized forms of harm
that result from social, economic, or political structures.
Examples include poverty, discrimination, and unequal
access to resources or opportunities. (e.g. unequal
funding, unequal access to technology)

15. Cultural Violence:
It involves the use of cultural elements, such as
language, symbols, and traditions, to perpetuate harm to
individuals or groups.
An example of cultural violence can be seen in the
promotion of discriminatory stereotypes through media
and popular culture.

16. Television shows and movies consistently depict
members of a specific ethnic or religious group using
stereotypes that are derogatory or dehumanizing.

17. Psychological Violence:
non-physical forms of harm, such as emotional abuse,
bullying, or manipulation.
It can have long-lasting effects on mental health and
well-being.

18. Interpersonal Violence:
Occurs between individuals and may involve conflicts,
disputes, or personal aggression.

19. State Violence:
Violence carried out or sanctioned by the state,
including actions such as police brutality or human rights
abuses.
Ex : Arbitrary arrest, suppression of freedom and
speech, use of military force

20. Promoting a culture of peace and reducing violence at
various levels of society violence involves
addressing root causes
promoting social justice
foster a culture of dialogue and cooperation.

21. PEACE EDUCATION AS
TRANSFORMATIVE
EDUCATION

22. Peace education
is an approach to teaching and learning that emphasizes
the development of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and
values that contribute to building a culture of peace.

23. Peace education
The primary goal of is to promote
understanding of peace
conflict resolution
social justice
understanding principles of nonviolence.

24. This form of education aims to empower individuals to
become active agents of positive change, fostering a
more peaceful world.
Here are key aspects of peace education:

25. Understanding Conflict:
involves teaching individuals to understand the nature
and causes of conflicts at various levels

26. Conflict Resolution Skills:
provide individuals with practical skills for resolving
conflicts peacefully, such as
 ecommunication
 negotiation
 mediation.

27. Promotion of Human Rights:
Integrating human rights education into the curriculum to
raise awareness about respecting and protecting the
rights of all individuals.

28. Cultural Competence:
Encouraging cultural understanding and respect for
diversity to foster a sense of global citizenship and
interconnectedness.

29. Nonviolent Communication:
Teaching the principles of nonviolent communication,
which emphasizes
 empathy
 active listening
 expressing needs without resorting to aggression.

30. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
developing critical thinking skills to analyze complex
social issues
empowering individuals to contribute to the solution of
problems

31. Social Justice Education:
Incorporating lessons on social justice to address issues
of inequality, discrimination, and systemic injustices.

32. Conflict Prevention:
Focusing on strategies and actions that contribute to
preventing conflicts before they escalate into violence.

33. Global Citizenship:
Promoting a sense of global citizenship and
responsibility, encouraging individuals to think beyond
national borders and work towards common goals for
the well-being of humanity.

34. Media Literacy:
Teaching media literacy to help individuals critically
analyze media messages and avoid the perpetuation of
stereotypes and divisive narratives.

35. Active Participation:
Encouraging active participation in
 community service
 peacebuilding initiatives
 advocacy for social change.

36. Peace education as transformative education
is an approach that seeks to bring about positive
changes in individuals and societies by fostering a deep
understanding of peace, justice, and human rights.
Transformative education goes beyond the mere
transmission of knowledge and skills

37. it aims to empower individuals to
examine the root causes of conflicts
challenge oppressive systems
contribute to building a more peaceful world.