Johan Galtung (1930-2024): Reflections on His Contributions to Peace Research and Envisioning a Way Forward
10:00-11:30am, EST, March 22 (Friday)
Sponsored by the School of Peace and Conflict Studies (SPCS), Kent State University (KSU), USA
Professor Johan Galtung one of the principal founders of peace studies, passed away on February 17, 2024 at age 93. For over seven decades, he had championed the cause of building the field of peace and conflict research, education, and practice. His pioneering contributions have empowered and inspired researchers, educators, students, civil society actors, and policymakers around the world to find ways to overcome violence of different forms and work toward a sustainable peace. This webinar will highlight the lasting impacts of Professor Galtung’s seminal works from the perspectives of the four panelists. It will also explore how peace researchers, educators, and practitioners can build on his works to meet the distinct challenges of our time.
Panelists:
- Roger Mac Ginty, Professor in Defence, Development and Diplomacy, Durham University, UK
- Hugh Miall, Emeritus Professor of International Relations, University of Kent, UK
- Tatshushi Arai, Associate Professor, School of Peace and Conflict Studies, Kent State University, USA
- Jacquelyn Bleak, Associate Lecturer, School of Peace and Conflict Studies, Kent State University, USA
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