What Others are Saying about the PCDN Network (Add your Own Comments)

The Peace and Collaborative Development Network is an open source for networking, resources, and exploring the fields of peacebuilding, conflict resolution, development, human rights, and more. We are constantly developing the site and also seeking feedback on how the site may have impacted you. Below please find feedback from some members. To see additional feedback and make your own comments, visit the feedback discussion.

FEEDBACK ON THE NETWORK
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Dr. Jacob Bercovitch, Professor of International Relations,University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Web sites on conflict, as indeed on any other aspect of human endeavor, have proliferated in the last few years. So much so, that at times one is left all too bewildered by the vast array of possible sources on what is new in the field of conflict. To my mind, one web site truly stands above all others, and that is the Peace and Development Network. This site offers the most comprehensive information on what is happening in the discipline, on new books, new sources of funding, and new fellowships. In fact it offers information on just about every aspect of conflict. It is also wonderfully interdisciplinary. It will appeal to the scholar, practitioner and students of psychology as well as those from history, political science and sociology. It is well organized, it has a great number of features that make it user friendly. It brings you into contact with like minded people in every part of the world. I have learned a lot from it, and I daresay so will others. It is a wonderful and comprehensive resource. I urge you to use it, and do so now

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Cameron Chisholm, President International Peace & Security Institute, DC
PCDN is a crucial tool for any organization seeking to communicate and collaborate directly with the global peace community.  The impact that the International Peace & Security Institute (IPSI) achieved through our trainings and publications in the last year has been multiplied many times over by utilizing the incredible networking power of the PCDN.  No other new technology or social networking site even compares to the PCDN, and we, as the global peacebuilding community, are hugely indebted to the site founder for having the vision and passion to unite us under the PCDN banner.        


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Tim Hicks, Director, Master's degree program in Conflict and Dispute Resolution, University of Oregon

The primary benefit to me has been as a source of information on a wide range of current activities, publications, initiatives, jobs, etc. related to the fields of peace and conflict resolution. In addition to helping me keep informed, some of the information is of direct use for our students.

Secondarily, and equally as important, I think that the networking, linkages, and community-building that the network can foster is of great service.
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Professor Fred Dubee, Senior Advisor, UN Global Compact

First a note of admiration and appreciation. It is impossible to estimate the importance and value of participating in the Peace and Collaborative Development Network.

Personally I find the new research and new information the most valuable to my work as a student, explorer, researcher, writer and teacher.

But even more important is the rich information, insights and opportunities I can share with others in the various networks that have accepted me as a participant.

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Tom Balemesa Kisembo, Fellow at Atlas Corps with US Peace Corps, Washington, DC


I highly  appreciate the network.I have managed to link up with so many resources and information from the network,posted discussions and comments that have triggered healthy reactions. With that i have managed to learn so much about network communication and knowledge especially relating to Peace and development.From the same network, i managed to learn about  fellowship opportunities in Conflict that i competed for and got selected;one at ACCORD (South Africa) and another at Atlas corps in the US currently serving at the US Peace Corps.I owe the network more than appreciation and wish it more growth.

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Stephanie Knox Cubbon, Peace Education Program Coordinator, Teachers Without Borders, US

I have received such great benefits from the Peace and Collaborative Development Network that is hard for me to quantify them. The PCDN has allowed the organization I work for, Teachers Without Borders, to reach a much wider audience and have a greater impact, thus helping us to promote our mission of teacher professional development at a global scale. 

I wrote a blog post about TWB's then forthcoming program in Peace Education (which has now officially launched as of November 1). After Craig Zelizer reposted my blog to all members, we received an amazing response - a flood of emails and inquiries from people who wanted to get involved in the program as participants or volunteers. The traffic to our web site increased by 30% in one day. I was invited to write an article for another web site newsletter. We established dozens of contacts and potential partnerships from this single blog post. Subsequently we made additional posts, and received an equally exciting response.

Through the PCDN, we were able to reach a much larger audience than we otherwise would have reached. Also, we were able to reach an audience who is passionate about our work, and with whom we can collaborate to strengthen our initiatives.

We are actively trying to promote the PCDN in our networks so that they can also benefit from this exceptional collaborative space.

I greatly appreciate the benefits that the PCDN has provided to me and to Teachers Without Borders, and really want to emphasize the quantity and quality of benefits that we have received. If you’re not already a PCDN member, please join us!

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Ethan Finley, Ph.D. candidate, Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution, George Mason University

The Peace and Collaborative Development Network has been and continues to be the single best resource for me as a peacebuilder, online or otherwise. The number of quality connections I have made, both with work/research opportunities and with other individuals in the field, has been tremendous. I find the network to be absolutely invaluable and unrivaled for professionals in the fields of conflict resolution, peacebuilding, development, and human rights.

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Fabian Schuttenberg, Academy for Conflict Transformation, Germany

We are a training institution offering courses and trainings for civil peace service personnel. Located in Bonn, we are quite well known in Germany and some neighbouring countries. Being a member of the network helps us, to inform peace workers, scholars, and other interested people abroad about our institution and our offers who would usually be hard to reach for us. In that way, the network creates benefits not only for us but also for those interested in acquiring practical skills for conflict transformation.

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Dr. Carolyne Ashton, Senior Research Assoc., Inst. Learning Team
Search for Common Ground, Washington, DC


I have found the site very useful for keeping up with what is going on in the field. I especially appreciate that things come my way on this site that I would never have thought of looking into, e.g., manuals and some topics that are outside of my direct work area.

As the editor of an internal newsletter for Search for Common Ground staff, I highlight, in the newsletter, the announcements that are particularly related to our work in media, youth, governance, etc. I do not have a way of tracking if anyone follows up on them, but staff often thank me for including a specific one of interest to them. I have also encouraged our staff around the world to join the site, and many have.

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Erin Oldynski, Student, Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Waterloo, Canada


The Peace and Collaborative Development Network has been a great way for me to find out about various development related internships and academic events. Specifically, earlier this month I participated in the Institute for Humane Studies' "Poverty and Prosperity" seminar at the University of California, Berkeley. I found out about this seminar through this network. Also, I will be participating in the New York Union Semester in New York City - an academic and internship program which focuses on labor unions. I also found out about this through the network. Keep up the great work!


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John Aaron, CEO, CHALK4PEACE

I run CHALK4PEACE, the global chalk art project for peace that takes place every fall. The Peace and Collaborative Development Network has
time and time again provided much needed information, networks, available grants and contacts that have clearly assisted us in our efforts to reach out to the world about peace. Thanks to the Peace and Collaborative Development Network, we are rising rapidly as a significant program of global Peace through Art. This network, for anypeace minded person or organization, should be considered invaluable.

 



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Cheryl Duckworth, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, NOVA Southeastern University http://teachforpeace.blogspot.com
The Peace and Collaborative Development Network is essential. It is the most multi-sector and international network I have yet come across. Being a member has enabled me to connect with resources, research and, most importantly, colleagues worldwide. It is applicable to any sector of peace building, from peace education to non-proliferation. I visit at least several times a week to find new discussions, publications and projects in the field.

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Maria Lucia Zapata, Balsillie Fellow, Ph.D. Candidate, Balsillie School of International Affairs Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada
The Network is an important tool for any person -newcomer or professional- interested in peacebuilding, human rights and development. The network is constantly sending information about scholarships, reports, discussions, events, training and news around the globe. etc. It has allowed me to meet new colleagues in the field, and to access information (reports, videos) that otherwise I wouldn't be able to find. I personally recommend this network to friends and colleagues, not only because it is a good network, but because it is trustworthy.

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Ping Ping Worakate, Project Coordinator, Peace Revolution, Thailand
Like Peace Revolution, this network is a very significant platform where we meet like-minded peace activists from around the world. Knowing such key persons from different organizations helps in networking to a much wider and deeper level. Also, the immense source of information such as peace events, fellowships, grants, or updated news give us insightful perspective of what going-on in the world. This is truly an amazing hub of peace activists and educators who are prompt to react to the fast changing environment.
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Savanah Ashton, MA Student in Conflict Studies, Saint Paul University, Canada

As a Master's student in Conflict Studies at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, Canada, I have found the Peace and Collaborative Development Network enormously helpful and informative. It keep me informed of new
reports and research that I may not otherwise have found myself. It is a
great one-stop network to be a member of.

 

Through information from PCDN, I have been able to take a course for my program-credit in Northern Ireland, I have attended local conferences, found publications and reports realted to my own research
and been able to share the PCDN with colleagues and classmates.

 

This website is very much appreciated.

Ottawa ON Canada


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Comment by gail hopkins on October 2, 2011 at 4:17pm

is there a way to change settings so i only receive a weekly digest?

 

thanks

Comment by Shafqat Ali Khan on May 10, 2011 at 3:12am

First of all note of admiration and appreciations. This is very useful net work. PCDN is promoting peace, its remarkable contributions. In my personal capacity I have been able to read and comprehend about peace and conflict issues.  Its very fruitful platform for like mind people to develop interaction on issues of bilateral interest. 

Thanks to PCDN whole team and especially  to Mr. Craig.

Comment by Dilawar Khan on May 9, 2011 at 2:25am

Dear Craig 

Greetings.

This is an incredible, wonderful, and informative web site for all. May God Bless you for making it happened. 

 

Comment by Sofia Giranda on May 8, 2011 at 8:35am
This site is very useful for me and for others who look for information about the peace and conflict around the globe. In addition, we have got a lot of friend who has same vision and mission to maintain the peace condition in the world...so we can share many things related to how to achieve the peace in the world
Comment by B. Abel Learwellie on May 8, 2011 at 5:05am

Words are just inadequate for me to express how great this site is.  This site is really a gift to thousand of people around the world  who seek solutions to problems.  This site has really contributed to my personal growth both academically and socially.  It has enriched my understanding about the happenings around the world.

I am very grateful to Craig Zelizer and the rest who have made this site active and functional.  Brovo to you for your good job.

Comment by Hope Tichaenzana Chichaya on May 8, 2011 at 2:02am

This website has greatly enhanced not only my understanding but significantly, the practice of peacebuilding. It has current updated relevant information. I never understood the geo-political affairs of the Middle East, but now I have some glimpse through this PCDN. Thanks for the job weldone!

 

Surely, I concur with the rest in appreciating PCDN.

Hope

Juba, South Sudan, Africa.

 

Comment by jeyamurugan@hotmail.com on May 7, 2011 at 10:24pm

PCDN's contribution to bring all together and sharing valuable information,opinians are great services to all. i valued so much and welcoming in future too.

i see three kind of segments in receipents-members of this network, may be more other.  Students,Acadamics and Professionals. 

Infuture, PCDN could consider to bring more information & publications to the benefit of  working , practicing peace workers in the armed conflict affected areas, Civilian Protection monitors on their lesson learned and challenges.

Hope my suggestions would be helping for your future addded value of PCND.

 

Thanks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comment by Cynthia Davis on September 6, 2010 at 6:46am
The Peace and Collaborative development Network has provided resources for me at many levels; for the organization I work for as well as for personal goals for me and my family involvement as a peace activists. Most recently I was made aware of a call for applications for youth for the Global Changemakers youth summit in the UK. I forwarded this to my daughter who is involved in anti-genocide work at her high school and she applied for the program. She was accepted and will go to the UK with 60 students from around the world to discuss peace and global development. She would never have had this opportunity without this network. I am also working with people all over the world and connecting locally with others to help in other areas of human rights and women's rights because of this network. It has changed my life. Thank you!
Comment by Shahid Hussain on August 26, 2010 at 8:37am
Good network but it must be practical.
Comment by Luka Paulino Morbe Gore on August 25, 2010 at 11:54am
the information i got is rich especially we in the Developing Countries,Conflict ranging from home to every activity you encounter, The Site is opulent indeed

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