Abstract
Peace education encompasses formal and informal initiatives aimed at equipping individuals especially youth with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to resolve conflicts peacefully and build harmonious communities. In the Solomon Islands, this includes Curriculum Integration, Community and Faith-Based Programs and Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programs. Peace education is important for Solomon Islands as part of its nation building. The ethnic tensions between 1998 and 2003, primarily involving groups from Guadalcanal and Malaita provinces, resulted in significant loss of life and displacement. The establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in 2008 highlighted the need for societal healing and the prevention of future conflicts. We explore how peace education in Solomon Islands serves as a proactive measure to address root causes of conflict, empower youth and promote social sustainability.
Presenters
Jack MaebutaResearch Associate, Institute of Education, The University of the South Pacific, Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Economic, Social, and Cultural Context
KEYWORDS
PEACE EDUCATION, CURRICULUM INTEGRATION, PEACEBUILDING, SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY, SCHOOL CURRICULUM, SOLOMON
