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Women of Peace

Celebrating Nobel laureates who changed the world

Moderator: Darcy Johnson

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PURPOSE:

The seminar aims to celebrate and examine the contributions of women Nobel Peace Prize laureates, showcasing their leadership, influence on global peace, and dedication to human rights advocacy.

DESCRIPTION:

Bertha von Suttner made history in 1905 as the first woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of her bold and unwavering opposition to the atrocities of war. Since then, eighteen more women from around the world have been honored with this prestigious award for their remarkable contributions to peace and justice. Together, we will explore key questions about these influential women:

Who was she, and what led to her receiving this honor? What challenges and obstacles did she encounter in her pursuit of peace and justice?

Did her work lead to specific policies, laws, or societal transformations? Were there any criticisms or controversies surrounding her activism?

How is her legacy being upheld and continued today?

ROLE OF PARTICIPANTS: Each participant will select a Nobel Peace Prize-winning woman to research and present. This can involve exploring her life story, analyzing her writings and speeches, or reviewing an autobiography or biography. In addition to presentations, participants will actively engage in discussions during each session, fostering deeper insights and shared learning.

RESOURCES:

The moderator will provide a curated list of publications and resources. Additionally, http://www.nobelprize.org/ offers a wealth of information on each Nobel Peace Prize recipient.

ABOUT THE MODERATOR: Darcy has been an active member of FCLIR for five years, participating in numerous seminars and several interest groups. This will be her first time serving as a seminar moderator.