Mapping of Peace Initiatives in Pakistan
Recent political instability and security unrest has affected every sphere of the society in the South Asian region in general, and Pakistan in particular, causing huge challenges for the nation as a whole. This situation demands initiatives that bring unity and harmony among people, particularly the promotion of tolerant behaviours and skills for conflict resolution. Within this context, Save the Children commissioned a study aimed at mapping ongoing initiatives of governments and civil society to promote peace education in the South Asian Region. The study was conducted in Pakistan and Afghanistan, the countries most affected by terrorism and violence. It documents the overall findings of the study in Pakistan and helps to identify the gaps that exist with respect to the peace education programmes in the country. The report also provides recommendations of steps to be taken to bring Peace Education into school, family and communities.