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Peace People Participation

The National Peace Council (NPC) is an independent and impartial non-governmental organization that has worked towards a peaceful Sri Lanka since 1995. We believe that consistent non-violent effort and political mediation can bring an end to the prolonged conflict the country is experiencing today. Our networks reach to all levels of society, with each member working to strengthen support for a negotiated political settlement. While our activities are diverse, they are all united towards one critical goal -- to build a peaceful, prosperous Sri Lanka in which the freedom, human rights and democracy of all communities are respected.

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The debate over the devolution of power
29 June 2009
  Sri Lanka is a plural society in which there are diverse communities of people. They see themselves as Sinhalese, Tamils, Muslims, Burghers, Malays, Buddhists, Christians, and Hindus, low country...
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Current Events

Sports Event to Celebrate New Year and to Promote Peace Message - 19th April
20 April 2009
article thumbnaiNational Peace Council of Sri Lanka organized a sports event as part of New Year celebration at Gavarawela School grounds, Up-Cot, Muskeliya on 19th of April, Sunday. The event took place from 8.30 am till 4.30 pm and a lot of children from all communities took part in the event. Participants who won in the events were awarded prizes. The children were very happy and upbeat and enjoyed every moment of being there, and the event was a complete success. Mr. Saman Seneviratna, Miss. Rasika...

Peace Education

 In a country where years of conflict have established a deeply rooted ethnic divide, an attitudinal and behavioural change in the lives of the people is crucial. Our peace education programmes encourage a non-violent approach towards peacebuilding and emphasise harmonious cross-cultural connections in the midst of the current conflict. Read More...

Peace Activism


 

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ur peace activism underscores the fundamental role civil society plays in peacebuilding. Our broad, multi-level network of trained activists strengthens support for peacebuilding and maintains a continuous call for peace from the people. Read More...

 

 

Media

  

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ubic awareness is a key component of spreading peace. Our media unit works to persuade the people of the values of peace, and effectively engage them in this arena.Read More...

Rights & Reforms

 

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eace cannot be achieved without justice. By raising awareness of the rights people are entitled to, and promoting a society where all human aspirations can be achieved, our endeavors seek to mobilize a social transformation towards a just, and sustainable peace.Read More...
 

Peace Initiatives



 

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eace is founded on tolerance, acceptance and mutual understanding. Our peace initiatives programme strives to increase dialogue between involved actors, both within Sri Lanka and abroad. Read More...
NPC supports protests against attacks on senior journalist Poddala Jayantha

Yesterday, the media organizations around the nation, collectively organized a protest campaign against the attack on senior journalist Mr. Poddala Jayantha, the secretary of the Working Journalists’ Association that was carried outon the 1st of this month, as well as against the suppression of the media.

 

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Training Workshop on Power Sharing

National Peace Council of Sri Lanka conducted a workshop on Power Sharing for its staff on ninth of June, 2009, Tuesday. The purpose was to equip the staffs, who work on Power Sharing projects, with deeper understanding of the issues and finer points of the same.

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Canadian views on pluralism

 Below is the speech by the Acting High Commissioner for Canada, Giles Norman, at the National Conference on Islam, Muslims and Pluralism organised by the National Peace Council. The Commissioner elegantly sketches the intricacies of Pluralism in the speech.

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It is a great pleasure to be with you today at this event which brings together delegates from varied communities. I would like to express my appreciation to the National Peace Council and its staff for hosting this meeting and providing us the opportunity to share our knowledge and experiences in promoting pluralism. I would like to thank Ms Regina Ramalingham for her comments and in particular the last part of her remarks which were particularly appropriate.I would like to thank Dr Jehan Perera for his work and efforts and for being a valued partner. Jehan is a friend and Sri Lanka needs more Jehan Pereras. I would like to thank all of you for coming, especially those who have travelled a great distance. Finally, I would like to thank all of those who participated in events across the country.

 

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Pluralism Workshop in Ratnapura on 24th April, 2009
bnnarNational Peace Council of Sri Lanka in partnership with Canadian International Development Agency of Canadian Government, successfully conducted the workshop in ‘Powers and Limits of Pluralism South Asia’ in Ratnapura on Friday the 24th of April 2009, at Silver Ray Hotel. The event is hosted as a full day event, beginning at 9.00 am and continuing till 4.30 pm, with a full day agenda.
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