Center for Global Nonkilling

The Center for Global Nonkilling is a U.S.-based international non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the goal of a killing-free world. It was originally named the Center for Global Nonviolence and underwent a name change in 2008. The organization holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and participates in the World Health Organization's Violence Prevention Alliance.

History

The Center's foundational roots began in 1988 as the "Center for Global Nonviolence Planning Project," established at the Spark M. Matsunaga Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, University of Hawai‘i. Professor Glenn D. Paige, a Korean War veteran and peace advocate, initiated this project. The Center for Global Nonviolence was formally established as an independent nonprofit in 1994, focusing on research and networking. Key milestones include the publication of Nonkilling Global Political Science in 2002 and the First Global Nonkilling Leadership Forum in 2007.

Mission

The mission of the Center for Global Nonkilling is to contribute to new and renewed leadership for change toward a just, killing-free world. It achieves this by discovering and encouraging global nonkilling human capabilities, introducing nonkilling knowledge in global education and policy, applying nonkilling knowledge in problem-solving, developing nonkilling global leadership, assisting institutions focused on nonkilling, and measuring the impact of nonkilling global efforts.

Leadership and Governance

The organization is governed by a chairperson and a governing council. Notable leaders include Glenn D. Paige, who served as the founder and first chair. Other prominent figures supporting the organization include Nobel Peace Laureates and civil rights activists like Máiread Corrigan Maguire and Bernard Lafayette Jr.

Activities

The Center engages in several key activities:

• Publications and Media: Produces working papers, articles, and books on nonkilling themes.
• Monitoring and Advocacy: Actively participates at the United Nations to promote nonkilling policies.
• Education and Training: Develops educational materials for schools and universities to integrate nonkilling concepts.
• Research Programs: Conducts seminars and colloquia through research committees to advance nonkilling research.

Initiatives and Outcomes

One of the Center's significant initiatives is the annual Nonkilling Leadership Forum, which brings together leaders and scholars to discuss strategies for a nonkilling world. Additionally, the Center supports the establishment of a Global Nonkilling Leadership Academy aimed at developing leaders committed to nonkilling principles.

Recognition and Affiliations

The Center holds a notable position internationally, recognized for its unique approach to promoting peace and nonviolence. It collaborates with various global institutions to advance its mission of creating a nonkilling world.