welcome to the john paul lederach archive

A excerpts from a conversation discussing contemporary Mennonite peace witness with Sarah and Jonathan Nahar.

A brief reflection on the process required to mobilize, support, and uplift people best positioned to transform the sources of extremism.

Observations and thoughts emergent from a request from the Mountain States Mennonite Conference as they considered the request to ordain a pastor in a same-sex relationship.

An explanation of common patterns, pitfalls, and priorities emergent from peace agreements applied to the context of Myanmar's peace process.

El propósito de este trabajo es abordar el conflicto en cuanto fenómenosocial, bajo el supuesto de que es posible regular y resolver mas eficaz y constructivamente los conflictos.

Stories and reflections woven in the development of a practical theology of the enemy.

An article sharing lessons from settings of protracted conflict and suggestions for how to respond creatively and strategically to the attacks of 11 September.

An article exploring the nature of the challenge faced by the U.S. and the world following the attacks of 11 September and suggestions for responses to break generational cycles of violence.

An article exploring challenges of inclusivity in peace processes and proposing a shift in metaphor to enhance inclusivity.