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Sohail, to understand these articles better, what is meant by thrashing. Did the army brigadier actually mete out punishment to the professor, or did they physically fight each other?
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
CIVICUS seeks nominations of individuals to stand for election to its Board of Directors
Deadline for nominations: midnight GMT, Saturday 20th of February 2010
Dear Colleague,
It is my pleasure to invite you to submit nominati…
The aim is to establish peace, justice, equality and fairness through a massive public voice. Connect humanity in one singularity primarily through education. Tolerance needs to be practiced.
work for world peace get involved support a peace group near u network for the cause believe in the slogan "Thing Globally, act locally" we all must do our part to bring world peace it certainly needs joint action and will not happen by chance
The tension resulting from the recent attacks in Mumbai has underscored the fragility of peace in the region.
Friends must step in to restore the peace initiative
The two states cannot do so on their own.
They need help
Profile Information
- What motivated you (or your organization) to become involved in peace and conflict resolution?
- academic interest
- Please feel free to provide a short bio about yourself or the work of your organization (no more than 3 paragraphs)
- Dr. Sohail Mahmood got his B.A. (Political Science) from Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, US in 1979, his M.A. (International Studies) from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ, US, in 1981, and his Ph.D. with Honors (Political Science), Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, US, 1993. Presently he is the chair and professor, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan He was previously the professor and head of department of Politics & IR, International Islamic University, Islamabad. He was the Senior Research Scholar, Institute of Strategic Studies and Research Analysis, National Defense University, Islamabad from 2005-2006 and was Assistant Professor, Area Studies Center for Africa, North & South America, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad from 2000-2002. He was the Consultant, UNDP/Good Governance Group Project, Government of Pakistan, Planning and Development Division, Islamabad from 1998-1999. He served as Lecturer/Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore from 1984-2000.
He has authored nine books and monographs. The recent books include: Reform of the Public Services in Pakistan, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, US, 2008; Good Governance Reforms Agenda in Pakistan: Current Challenges, Nova Science, New York, US, 2007; The Musharraf regime and the governance crisis: a case study of the Government of Pakistan, Nova Science, New York, US, 2001; and Islamic fundamentalist movements in Pakistan, Egypt and Iran (1995).
He has also contributed over a dozen book chapters and research articles. Sohail has written over 150 articles in various newsmagazines and daily newspapers. Sohail has been contributing articles regularly to thehttp://english.safe-democracy.org/ Safe Democracy Foundation, Madrid, Spain.
- Please list the countries and/or regions in which you (or your organization) have direct and significant expertise
- South Asia
United States
West Asia
- What is your current country of residence (or location of your organization)?
- Pakistan
- What is your current job (and organization) and/or where and what field are you studying?
- Chair and Professor, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad
- How many years professional experience do you have ?
- 15+
- Which are your primary sectoral areas of expertise (or the primary sectoral areas of your organization) ?
- Democratization, Dialogue, Diplomacy, Education, Peacekeeping, Terrorism
- Which are your primary skills areas(or the primary skill areas of your organization)?
- Advocacy, Capacity Building, Communication, Curriculum Development, Research, Training
- What are some of your current areas of research (if any)?
- Governance issues in South Asia
Politics of the Middle East and West Asia
- If appropriate feel free to list several of your (or your organization's) publications
- Publications (Books & Monographs)
Reform of the Public Services in Good Governance, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, USA, 2008
Good Governance Reforms Agenda in Pakistan: Current Challenges, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, USA, 2007
The Musharraf regime and the governance crisis: a case study of the Government of Pakistan, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, USA, 2001 (286 pp).
Islamic fundamentalist movements in Pakistan, Egypt and Iran (1995) Lahore: Vanguard (455 pp).
Bureaucracy in Pakistan: A historical analysis (1990) Lahore: Progressive (104 pp).
The concept of an Islamic state (1989) Lahore: Classic (191pp).
The development debate in India and Pakistan: Myth and reality (1989) Lahore: Progressive (115 pp), Urdu translation Taraki ki Haqiqat (1989) Lahore: Classic (144 pp).
The Sindh report (1989) Lahore: Classic (107 pp).
The Sikh question: from constitutional demands to armed conflict, with Sarfaraz Hussain Mirza and Syed Farooq Hasnat (1985) Lahore: University of the Punjab (358 pp).
Book Chapters
"Hindu extremism, Indian Muslims and the issue of human rights", The Rise of Hindutva Fundamentalism – South Asian Studies – VII (2003) Islamabad: Institute of Regional Studies, (53-93)
"Conference on Good Governance and Institutional Reforms", D-8 Conference Report on Good Governance and Institutional Reforms, February 21-22, Islamabad, ed. Sohail
Mahmood (1999), Islamabad: Government of Pakistan, Planning & Development Division, Good Governance Group, (1-18).
"Major Challenges in the Contemporary International Environment Shaping the Debate on Good Governance and Institutional Reforms" D-8 Conference Report on Good Governance and Institutional Reforms, February 21-22, Islamabad, ed. Sohail Mahmood (1999), Islamabad: Government of Pakistan, Planning & Development Division, Good
Governance Group, (111-162).
"The Measurement of Sound Governance", D-8 Conference Report on Good Governance and Institutional Reforms, February 21-22, Islamabad, ed. Sohail Mahmood (1999), Islamabad: Government of Pakistan, Planning & Development Division, Good Governance Group, (560-613)
"The state of the economy of Pakistan", Pakistan Today, ed. Raza Mehdi (1987) Lahore: Progressive (70-85).
Dr. Sohail Mahmood got his B.A. (Political Science) from Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, US in 1979, his M.A. (International Studies) from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ, US, in 1981, and his Ph.D. with Honors (Political Science), Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, US, 1993. Presently he is the chair and professor, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan He was previously the professor and head of department of Politics & IR, International Islamic University, Islamabad. He was the Senior Research Scholar, Institute of Strategic Studies and Research Analysis, National Defense University, Islamabad from 2005-2006 and was Assistant Professor, Area Studies Center for Africa, North & South America, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad from 2000-2002. He was the Consultant, UNDP/Good Governance Group Project, Government of Pakistan, Planning and Development Division, Islamabad from 1998-1999. He served as Lecturer/Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore from 1984-2000.
He has authored nine books and monographs. The recent books include: Reform of the Public Services in Pakistan, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, US, 2008; Good Governance Reforms Agenda in Pakistan: Current Challenges, Nova Science, New York, US, 2007; The Musharraf regime and the governance crisis: a case study of the Government of Pakistan, Nova Science, New York, US, 2001; and Islamic fundamentalist movements in Pakistan, Egypt and Iran (1995).
He has also contributed over a dozen book chapters and research articles. Sohail has written over 150 articles in various newsmagazines and daily newspapers. Sohail has been contributing articles regularly to thehttp://english.safe-democracy.org/ Safe Democracy Foundation, Madrid, Spain.
He has authored nine books and monographs. The recent books include: Reform of the Public Services in Pakistan, Nova Science Publishers, Inc., Hauppauge, New York, US, 2008; Good Governance Reforms Agenda in Pakistan: Current Challenges, Nova Science, New York, US, 2007; The Musharraf regime and the governance crisis: a case study of the Government of Pakistan, Nova Science, New York, US, 2001; and Islamic fundamentalist movements in Pakistan, Egypt and Iran (1995).
He has also contributed over a dozen book chapters and research articles. Sohail has written over 150 articles in various newsmagazines and daily newspapers. Sohail has been contributing articles regularly to thehttp://english.safe-democracy.org/ Safe Democracy Foundation, Madrid, Spain.
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The NUML, Pakistan Tragic Incident (cont'd)
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The NUML, Pakistan Tragic Incident (cont'd)
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Dr Leo Rebello's new book "World Without Wars"
The book is an excellent attempt at bringing together on one platform various voices for world peace. The collection of articles, poems, and statements on the issue of world peace is a result of tireless efforts for the cause. We commend Dr Leo for his efforts at creating a new resource for the cause of world peace. A large listing of organizations active in the area has also been compilied. This is a must reading for all interested in the subject. Dr Leo has done a good job edited the book. By… Continue
Posted on December 23, 2009 at 6:32am — 1 Comment
Reaction to President Obama’s War Speech on War on Terror
Recently, President Obama announced a troop surge to Afghanistan which will bring the total of American troops in Afghanistan to 100,000. Meanwhile, NATO has decided to send some 7,000 troops more to Afghanistan. President Obama gave no exit date and stated that troops will start a pull-out in mid 2011. The pull-out completion date was not known. President Obama did not listen to wise counsel from within his circle of close advisers who had cautioned him on such a dangerous course of action. The… Continue
Posted on December 7, 2009 at 9:30am —
Comment Wall (70 comments)
- At 9:52am on February 7, 2010,
Suzanne V. Buchanan said… - Mr Sohail Sahib,
I was delighted to read your profile and would really like to connect with you... I worked and lived in Pakistan for almost two years, would love to continue working on Pakistan's future, and contributing whatever I have to offer... I have had nothing but respect for NUML as I have worked for one of the university's advisory board members and found his heart to be very committed and met many great professors there. Shukria... suzanne
- At 12:50pm on February 6, 2010,
Christine G.T. Ho said…
- Dear Sohail,
Thank you for contacting me. Having read your profile, I find it very interesting. I also enjoyed your poetry. I think we have common interests in wishing for a world free of war. I also dream of a world free of poverty. Peace unto you. Christine
- At 2:04pm on January 28, 2010,
Robert Kent said… - I'm doing fine, thanks. Still new on this site and figuring out what's where . . .
- At 6:41am on January 28, 2010,
Sabir Ahamed said… - Thanks a lot. I am fine and how are you .Please keep in touch
- At 3:59am on January 25, 2010,
Iftikhar Ahmad Shaheen said…
- It is great to know about your great achievements in life. I am working in Somalia with Islamic Relief Worldwide leading the mission. I am also from Pakistan and is in aid-sector for few years now.
- At 12:59pm on January 24, 2010,
Ibrahim H. said… - Dr.Sohail: Thanks for the note. You have made contributions to national ,regional and international politics ,governance , development and diplomacy. There is so much we can share. Kind regards
- At 11:30pm on January 21, 2010,
asifa alvi said…
- Very nice peotry,
- At 11:38pm on January 14, 2010,
asifa alvi said…
- Aslamoalikum Sir! Its me your student Asifa from Islamic Universty, I hv joined this group accordingh to guidence and got much information.
Thanks
Take care
- At 2:37pm on January 11, 2010,
Eileen R. Borris said… - Sohail, your poetry is wonderful!
- At 3:34pm on January 7, 2010,
Karen Lischinsky said…
- Sohail, Thank-You for your note- amazing poetry!!!!!!!!!!- are you presently teaching any courses?- again it was nice hearing from you- Karen
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Innovations in Student Leadership Conference: Building Peace in Practice
February 20, 2010 from 10:30am to 4pm – McCarthy Hall at Georgetown University
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3rd International Conference on Conflict Resolution Education (CRE), Building Infrastructures for Change: Innovations in Conflict Resolution Education (CRE) and Justice Initiatives
March 24, 2010 to March 27, 2010 – Cuyahoga Community College, Western Campus
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International Institute on Peace Education
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Peacebuilding Peacelearning Intensive
August 1, 2010 at 12pm to August 7, 2010 at 12pm – Wilmington College
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