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Communities Of Universities And Ngos For Sustainable Development And The Creation Of Peace: The Case Of Chiapas, Marco Tavanti Sep 2009

Communities Of Universities And Ngos For Sustainable Development And The Creation Of Peace: The Case Of Chiapas, Marco Tavanti

Marco Tavanti

Within the context of the United Nations's mission to promote peace, development and human rights, this presentation illustrated how Chiapas and the involvement of universities can promote dialogue, conflict resolution and systemic change. The case of DePaul University international engagement stimulated dialogues and inspired other universities to collaborate with the UN and promote international engagement with NGOs and civil society organizations.