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NEW PUBLICATION! "African Union and Transitional Justice: Healing the Past and Restoring Human Dignity" by Prof Tim Murithi, Head of Peacebuilding Interventions at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation. In February 2019, the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government formally adopted the African Union Transitional Justice Policy (AUTJP), which outlines a broad range of processes for addressing the legacies of past violations and mechanisms for building peaceful, inclusive and stable societies. The AU’s adoption of this policy is a unique innovation, as it is the first time in its history that the African continent has enumerated and institutionalised its own approach to addressing the past. Despite the adoption of the AUTJP there is a need for African governments and societies to engage and implement the policy at the national and communal levels. This book discusses a number of case studies and also assesses the role regional economic communities can play in developing regional strategies to advise and guide their member states in promoting stable and democratic societies across the continent. See more: https://rb.gy/3e9ezm

#NationalHui Yesterday, we saw 10,000 New Zealanders across the motu congregate to urge Christopher Luxon to drop the Treaty Principles Bill. What were your thoughts and feelings. Here's a contribution from a regular commentator who raises a thought - provoking perspective in which he says, Part of the problem is that we’re so poorly educated as a people about the most significant document in our history and the motivations, perspectives, and understandings of those involved. Read more below. #LeadershipInsights #TreatyofWaitangi

Although the 1954 Hague Convention does not explicitly mention human rights, it doesn’t mean that they are not fully compatible. “The convention defines cultural property as items that are of great importance to the cultural heritage of every people. The link with people is always there.” - Marina Lostal And with this we conclude the highlights from our panel talk on ‘Documenting the Destruction of Heritage & Seeking Solutions.’ 🎥Want to see more? This conversation is part of a panel discussion co-hosted by Cultural Emergency Response, the Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative, and Blue Shield International. The full panel talk is available here: https://bit.ly/3UTDt9E #CER #culturalemergency #1954hagueconvention #hagueconvention #culturalheritage #SCRI #BSI #HEMO

Long before the formation of the United States, the Iroquois Confederacy—originally a union of five, later six, tribes in the region of present-day New York—established a sophisticated system of governance known as the Great Law of Peace. This confederacy exemplified participatory democracy, emphasizing unity, peace, and collective decision-making. Notably, the Great Law of Peace is believed to have influenced some of the foundational ideas adopted by the framers of the U.S. Constitution, including figures like Benjamin Franklin, who recognized the strengths of this Indigenous governance model. As we honor Indigenous Peoples' Day, let’s also take the opportunity to explore and appreciate the enduring contributions of Indigenous governance models to democratic principles. These systems have not only withstood the test of time but continue to offer valuable insights into collaborative governance today. To learn more about the Great Law of Peace and its legacy, visit: https://ow.ly/meLs50TL9bU #IndigenousPeoplesDay #IroquoisConfederacy #GreatLawOfPeace #ParticipatoryDemocracy #TurtleIsland

This is how the new #europeanparliament with the new political formation Patriots of Europe looks like. Renew goes down to fifht largest group. ECR gets weaker. Seems fragmention is not only across all groups but also within the extre right.

My second Question and Answer About The Australian Flag. I will be posting more Q And A in the coming days, stayed tune. If you cannot wait , see it all in the Q&A in my website www.australianflags.au. Q: Our dads, and forefathers fought for the flag , why are you fostering changing the flag? A: Respecting the historical significance of the flag and the sacrifices made by our dads and forefathers is paramount. The consideration for a new flag is not meant to diminish their contributions or the importance of the existing flag. While the current flag holds immense historical value and represents the efforts of those who fought for it, the idea of a new flag is driven by the recognition that a nation, like Australia, is continuously growing and diversifying. The proposed flag seeks to embrace this evolution, past and present. The intent is not to erase history but to create a flag that reflects the diversity of Australia while acknowledging the sacrifices and achievements of those who came before. It aims to foster a sense of inclusion, where every citizen, regardless of background, can see themselves represented in the national symbol. The proposal is a step toward ensuring that the flag continues to be a source of pride and unity, honouring the legacy of our dads and forefathers in the spirit of modern Australia. Australian Indigenous Proposed Flag , one of 4 proposed Flags.

Check out our publication in Group Processes & Intergroup Relations (GPIR) - SAGE on Intergenerational Political Solidarity

Explore the figures who shaped federal Indian policy and land cessions in North America and delve into the Treaty Signers Project by the Indian Land Tenure Foundation, revealing the individuals behind historical treaties. 🗺️📌 Discover how the Treaty Signers Database, developed by the Native Lands Advocacy Project, challenges colonial narratives and underscores the impact of these pivotal agreements. Join us in reexamining the stories of these early Native American-European interactions. #NativeAmericanHistory #TreatySigners #LandRights #IndigenousAdvocacy

Today we fulfilled our legislative commitment with the proclamation of the Path to Treaty Act 2023 and the appointment of the five members of the Truth Telling and Healing Inquiry and the 10 members of the First Nations Treaty Institute Council. The Inquiry will be led by Joshua Creamer whose decade long experience as a Barrister working on human rights class actions, will play a critical role in building a shared understanding of our state’s history. The 10 eminent members of the First Nations Treaty Institute Council bring extensive experience, connections and insight to guide and lead truth-telling and healing in Queensland. The Path to Treaty will advance our Governments commitment to Closing the Gap with the progression towards enduring agreements between First Nations peoples and the government. https://lnkd.in/gehxhdCD #closingthegap