Living Beyond Conflict
Author | : S. A. H. Abidi |
Publisher | : African Books Collective |
Total Pages | : 214 |
Release | : 2002 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789970822010 |
ISBN-13 | : 9970822012 |
Rating | : 4/5 (10 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Always Be Tolerant Organization (ABETO) was established and registered as a Non-Governmental Organisation in June 1996. The inspiration was in pursuit of the Commonwealth conference resolution to embrace tolerance. Through seminars, conferences and colloquia on national and international peace related issues, tolerance and conflict resolution the organisation with the aim of reaching a wider audience published this book which focusses on tolerance. With contributions from eminent academics, politicians and social leaders some of the topics discussed in the book are: Peace And Tolerance Education; Tolerance As A Major Pillar In The Observation Of Human Rights; The African Family Crisis Vis-a-vis The Growing Intolerance among the Youth Of Africa; Tolerance as a Pre-requisite to Sustainable Development and Conflict Resolution; Print Journalism In The Promotion Of Societal Values; Victims And Perpetuators Retribution and Rebellion In West Nile Region Of Uganda.