{"product_id":"peacebuilding-in-colombia-from-the-lens-of-community-and-policy-9781032313078","title":"Peacebuilding in Colombia: From the Lens of Community and Policy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eJoan C. Lopez and Beth Fisher-Yoshida present an alternative narrative of youth and peacebuilding in Colombia, highlighting hope, creativity, and resilience. They propose ways to support efforts and create new initiatives for other youth, such as capacity building, networking, and social entrepreneurship, to foster social change. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31 July 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn their groundbreaking book, Joan C. Lopez and Beth Fisher-Yoshida present a fresh perspective on youth and peacebuilding, challenging the prevalent narrative that often associates youth with violence and peacemaking. Through captivating testimonies of current and past youth community leaders in Colombia, they weave a narrative of hope, creativity, and unwavering resilience. The authors draw attention to the formation of peaceful responses to violent conflicts within communities and their potential to inform peacebuilding processes in regions with similar social and historical backgrounds. This book is firmly rooted in action-oriented initiatives, advocating for initiatives that promote social change. It concludes by offering practical strategies for fostering social transformation and nurturing the growth of effective youth leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLopez and Fisher-Yoshida delve into various ways to support ongoing efforts and create new initiatives specifically for youth. These ideas encompass capacity building, fostering networking and knowledge transfers, identifying opportunities for social entrepreneurship, and developing more robust leadership skills among young individuals. By addressing these areas, the book aims to empower youth and contribute to the ongoing pursuit of peace and social justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeacebuilding in Colombia is a significant contribution to the literature on peacebuilding, offering valuable insights for academics, students, and practitioners engaged in the study and practice of peacebuilding in violent and post-violent contexts. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of youth-led peacebuilding and the potential for positive change in challenging environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 278g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 x 230 x 14 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032313078\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joan C.Lopez,BethFisher-Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44424658583802,"sku":"9781032313078","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1691147193810_book.jpg?v=1691170923","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/peacebuilding-in-colombia-from-the-lens-of-community-and-policy-9781032313078","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}