An exploration of the intersections of philosophy, spirituality, and social change, to create peace & understanding for a better world
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The difference between positive and negative peace
According to the World Health Organization, peace is “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or […]
The importance of cultivating inner peace for changemakers
Everyone knows the saying “peace begins within.” But what does that really mean? Is inner peace just a state of mind, or can it actually […]
The difference between positive and negative human rights
Human rights are a set of protections that every person is entitled to regardless of who they are or where they live. They include the […]
What are UN Peacekeepers
UN Peacekeepers are a special force that is sent in by the United Nations to help keep peace in areas of conflict. They are usually […]
Why The Hague is known as the ‘international city of peace and justice’
The Hague is a city in the Netherlands and the capital of the province of South Holland. The Hague is known for its international legal […]
The influence of Kant’s philosophical sketch of perpetual peace
Today, the world is a far different place than it was when Kant wrote his essay on perpetual peace. In the intervening centuries, we have […]
Moral Philosophy: Crash Course
Moral philosophy is the study of right and wrong conduct. It is also sometimes called ethics. Philosophers debate what is good or bad behaviour, and […]
Utilitarian VS Deontological Approaches to Human rights
When it comes to ethical decision-making, there are many different schools of thought. One approach is rights-based ethics, which focuses on the rights of individuals […]
Martin Luther King: A Religious Virtue Ethicist
When it comes to normative ethical theories, there are two main camps: consequentialist and deontological. Consequentialist theories, such as utilitarianism, focus on the outcomes of […]
“What is your life’s blueprint?” Life design according to Martin Luther King Jr
Martin Luther King, and his philosophy of non-violence is largely influenced by virtue ethics, a philosophical theory that emphasises the role of character and virtue […]
How to have meaningful conversations for change
Many people want to make the world a better place, but they don’t know how to have the conversations that will lead to change. Oftentimes, […]
Do you have a moral obligation to help the world’s poor?
Despite my family not being Catholic at all, I went to a Catholic all-girls high school, because apparently when I was ten years old, I […]
What can we learn from Kingian Non-violence
Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most influential figures in the civil rights movement. He advocated for peaceful protests and civil disobedience to […]
Spirituality vs Religion vs Philosophy: key differences and how they shape social change
Spirituality, religion, and philosophy are all closely related but there are some important distinctions between them. Spirituality is primarily concerned with a personal relationship with […]
Philosophy is one of the most taken for granted aspects of our lives and the work we do as changemakers…
From the reasons we are compelled to take action, to what we consider morally right or wrong, to the ways in which we believe change should be brought about; all of these are guided by particular philosophies, ideas, assumptions, and values about the world.
When we become conscious of these, and we begin to explore, question, and unpack them, we can begin to change the way we work towards a better future.
The Humanitarian Changemakers’ Peace Network is a movement of changemakers passionate about making the world a better place…
Through meaningful conversations for change and interfaith dialogue, we seek to build an understanding of the multifaceted values, stories, and beliefs that morally compell us to make the world a better place.
By seeking to understand other views, rather than convert, our goal is to create a more welcoming, inclusive, and diverse movement of people working across the social change space. Our mission is peace; to understand peace, to promote peace, and to create peace in our work.
We invite people from all backgrounds, belief systems, and faith, to join us in our discussions and lead with peace in your work.
Cultivate Peace
Are you a changemaker looking for a way to bring more peace into your life? We’ve partnered with New Humanity to bring you Mindful Movements, an initative aimed at making our social justice movements more mindful…
