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The Foundation works nationally to support those affected by terrorism and conflict. With over 20 years of experience, we believe that addressing the causes of violence before, during and after conflict situations is the most effective way possible to promote peace. Our projects and programmes work within three main areas; prevention, resolution and response.

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2020 RAN YOUNG Platform – apply now

RAN Young Platform 2020: Call to register interest – New deadline 27 May Deadline: 27 May 2020   The Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN) is announcing an open...

RAN Young Platform 2020: Call to register interest – New deadline 27 May Deadline: 27 May 2020   The Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN) is announcing an open call for participation in the 2020 RAN YOUNG Platform. It is an invitation to the next generation of influential leaders, thinkers and doers in the field of prevention and countering of violent extremism (P/CVE). RAN is forming a platform of 50 young actors working in the area of P/CVE or related activities and who are (the future) changemakers, community leaders, and credible voices of young people. Through the platform, these 50 young actors will be empowered to play a  role in the prevention and response to violent extremism. RAN will give young people a voice in P/CVE and the opportunity to insert the perspective of young people to our network of first-line practitioners. Objective The RAN YOUNG Platform’s objective will be three-fold: Offer the opportunity to young actors from around Europe to meet and exchange on P/CVE and related issues. Create a safe space to share views and formulate recommendations both for first-line practitioners and policymakers. Empower young people to proactively take action in their own communities or within their specific professions. Webinar A prerequisite for participation in the RAN YOUNG meetings after summer 2020 will be participation in an online webinar about radicalisation and prevention work. This webinar will take place 23 June. The aim of this webinar will be to ensure an equal starting point for the young actors. It will be organised in partnership with the Youth Civil Activism Network (YouthCAN), which is designed to upscale and optimise grassroots efforts to combat violent extremism of all forms. Benefits Share your expertise Contribute to the RAN network and practices Drive change by being part of the P/CVE conversation Make your voice heard and influence decisions on the issues Provide informed and actionable input to the European Commission Create learning experiences that connect and inspire Build relationships with other practitioners and maximise networking opportunities Engage in professional development RAN Needs RAN is seeking top-level candidates who meet the following profile: Between the ages of 18 and 25 Resident of an EU Member State Good level of English Experienced in the field of P/CVE with specific activities. For example: Volunteer work with vulnerable individuals with a radicalisation dimension; Experience with P/CVE (online) campaigning; - Active participation in (local) P/CVE or resilience-building activities at the municipality level or in the mosque or the community; Involvement in local/national/international organisations dealing with societal issues in relation to radicalisation. In addition, the following are considered valuable: Studies in education and youth work, but also academic studies in criminology and security, or social studies (psychology, sociology, anthropology) with a focus on P/CVE Work experience as a first-line practitioner (teachers, youth workers, communication experts, young people working in local authorities social/safety teams) Deadline for submission: 27 May 2020.  Continue to Application (102 Kb)  Call to register interest to participate in RAN YOUNG (722 Kb)

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Victims of Terrorism and State Responses

Victims of Terrorism and State Responses A full day conference looking at how the criminal justice system accommodates and assists the victims of terrorism The...

Victims of Terrorism and State Responses A full day conference looking at how the criminal justice system accommodates and assists the victims of terrorism The Law and Criminology Department at Edge Hill University, alongside the Institute for Social Responsibility and in partnership with The Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation have collaborated to present an interdisciplinary-based conference to take place on 26 June 2020 at Edge Hill University. The event is sponsored by The Modern Law Review Seminar Fund. In collaboration with The Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation, the conference will facilitate scholarly discussion on a wide range of pressing issues, focusing on the victims of terrorism and the level of support provided to those victims by the state. Including international and EU dialogue, the approach taken to this conference is impactful and direct in the sense that the scholarly discussion will focus on the changes that can be made in the practical sense to facilitate a better and more enhanced support network for victims of terrorism. Assisting in creating real-world discussion for Members of the European and UK Parliament, Police and Crime Commissioners, public sector stakeholders and law enforcement, this conference aims to prompt academic discussion, alongside support and enhancement of student learning for postgraduate and undergraduate in relevant fields. The conference draws on expertise within the fields of law and policy, criminal justice, political science and religious studies. These areas are all affected by acts of terrorism and draw the inference of our social, legal and moral responsibilities. This is of particular importance given the lack of support provided by the state for victims of terrorism. Following on from the above and fitting within the idea of social responsibility, the event moves forward to assess the alternative, and delves into the issues of radicalisation, de-radicalisation, rehabilitation and re-integration of those who have committed acts of terrorism, or who have been fighting in areas such as Syria surrounded by terrorist organisations. During the conference, our speakers will focus on the issues facing victims of terrorism and the duties that are placed upon the state to support the surviving victims and their families, in terms of access to physical and psychological support, legal advice and compensation to the present victim, and pursing and preventing acts of terrorism for the potential future victim. Overall, an assessment will be made as to whether UK and EU Member States are doing enough. The event will then draw upon expertise surrounding pursuing and preventing acts of terrorism. Many contentious issues will be debated such as the balance of protection and privacy. Our speakers will aim to equalise the overall duty of the State to protect the lives of its people, yet the safeguarding of individuals right to privacy. This event takes place at Edge Hill University’s Ormskirk Campus. BOOK NOW

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Victims of Terrorism Support

Have you or someone you know been affected by an act of terrorism at home or abroad? Do you struggle to find people who understand...

Have you or someone you know been affected by an act of terrorism at home or abroad? Do you struggle to find people who understand what you have been through? The victims of terrorism support, managed by the Peace Foundation, provides free practical and emotional support to individuals and families affected by a terrorist incident. Assistance is offered via telephone, email and face-to face-visits. Upon referral, a caseworker will be allocated to undertake an initial assessment of needs and in some circumstances, a mental health consultant will work in collaboration with the caseworker to provide specialist recommendations.   AIMS OF THE PEACE FOUNDATION VICTIMS OF TERRORISM SUPPORT To provide a comprehensive assessment of the needs of individuals and families To identify and coordinate local and national statutory and non-statutory services to meet the specific needs of individuals and families To develop a personalised package of care for referrals based on an assessment of their needs To advise individuals of, and promote their engagement with, relevant and specialist support services To act as an advocate in ensuring that those affected are provided with relevant and appropriate support To work in partnership with a range of agencies to provide support to those affected To facilitate tailored programmes of Trauma Education for families affected by terrorism To develop and deliver group work and training in areas such as Leadership, Dialogue and Conflict Resolution, to equip survivors with skills to take back into families, the workplace and the wider community To facilitate the sharing of experiences and dialogue where appropriate to the needs of survivors We are here to help - get in touch with us by email: SAN@peace-foundation.org.uk, or phone: 01925 581240  

Services,

Manchester Arena Attack #WeStandTogether

#WeStandTogether

#WeStandTogether is campaign launched following the 2017 attacks in London and Manchester as a national initiative promoting community cohesion and unity. The ultimate aim is...

#WeStandTogether is campaign launched following the 2017 attacks in London and Manchester as a national initiative promoting community cohesion and unity. The ultimate aim is to encourage people to come together as one and celebrate their differences in order to build a safer and stronger United Kingdom. As part of this campaign, we partnered with the Manchester Evening News to promote the initiative across Manchester. “All of our thoughts are with the victims, the injured and their loved ones following the recent attacks, clear acts of terrorism. The attacks targeted innocent people who lived their lives together, in Manchester children, young people and families enjoying a fun night out were targeted – it is hard to think of anything more depraved”. “As we have seen following past atrocities, in the hours after the communities around London and Manchester have come together showing bravery and resilience to help those caught up in the incident. We can do no better than to follow the example of the emergency services, community groups, local businesses and ordinary people who went out of their way to care for fellow citizens and strangers in their time of need.” “There are those that want to intimidate and divide us through violence and hatred, but we know that they will always fail. London and Manchester won’t allow it, this country won’t allow it, none of us will allow it. We stand together, in grief, but united and resolute”. – Nick Taylor, Chief Executive We are leading a campaign called #WeStandTogether – please join us on Social Media on: Follow along on Facebook Follow along on Twitter @peacecentre and @WST4P Follow along on Instagram Use the hashtag #WeStandTogether

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Bespoke Services

The Peace Foundation offers multiple, ready-to-go, off-the-shelf, complementary and tailored interventions in the prevention, resolution, and response to violent conflict. We provide what commissioners need...

The Peace Foundation offers multiple, ready-to-go, off-the-shelf, complementary and tailored interventions in the prevention, resolution, and response to violent conflict. We provide what commissioners need to meet the contemporary challenges of community conflict and extremism. Our portfolio consists of a number of active offerings addressing acute areas of contemporary need. These projects are being delivered now for a variety of commissioners and can be adapted and expanded to meet demand. Commissioners can choose which they need, and the Foundation for Peace will appropriately tailor the projects(s) as they are modular. They’re designed to fit together to offer comprehensive before/during/after conflict solutions. Additionally, we have other tried-and-tested offerings from twenty years of experience, on the shelf and ready to deliver. You can email us at commissions@foundation4peace.org if you have any questions for our team.

Consultancy,

Mike Haines and the Survivors Assistance Network (SAN)

My name is Mike Haines, I am the brother to the Humanitarian worker David Haines. My brother was murdered by terrorists in Syria in September...

My name is Mike Haines, I am the brother to the Humanitarian worker David Haines. My brother was murdered by terrorists in Syria in September of 2014. Since his death I have been on a journey speaking on the topics of unity, tolerance and understanding. I was initially invited to take part in a Trauma Awareness Day with the Foundation’s Survivor Awareness Network (SAN). I travelled down by train and I must admit I was a touch nervous; going into an unknown group of people, in a new environment, was for me a little unsettling. I should have known better, Ann and Donna, staff from the centre were warm and welcoming with a much-needed cuppa. As more guests arrived I started chatting with some of them and quickly felt more at ease. We moved through to the main room where the day’s course was to take place. Standing up and introducing myself in an environment where everybody had suffered some form of trauma (the 7/7 bombings in London, the Warrington bombing for example), was actually very freeing. Not having the reaction that I have come to expect when introduced was refreshing. Not that the other attendees did not care, but had suffered themselves and understood how just acceptance would be valued. I do not wish to say so much of the day itself, except that I found it personally a great help. The course was very professionally delivered and very helpful in many ways. For me, it has highlighted a few areas that I need to address. The Peace Centre is an extremely attractive building with various activities and with many different groups. The work they have done and are doing with so many different organisations and individuals is vital and important. The staff from the catering of the delicious lunch through to the course facilitators are friendly, warm and extremely helpful. Since then I have been travelling to mosques, churches, youth groups, schools and organisations talking of the need for unity, tolerance and peace. SAN has been extremely important to me in being able to carry out my work. They are an essential element in me being able to keep a balance with all that has happened and I could not do without them. I look forward to my next engagement with them all and I urge you to continue your support for them. (2015) The Survivors Assistance Network (SAN) is a service provided by the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation with funding support from the Ministry of Justice – for further information contact Terry O’Hara