WHEN WE THINK of technology in relation to global conflict, our thoughts tend to migrate to things like combat drones, state-sponsored hackers, or hypersonic missiles. There is an international movement gaining ground, though, whose aim is to change all that. Spearheading the effort is the US-based organization PeaceTech Lab, which nurtures an international network of people using all the tools at their disposal—mobile apps, Wikipedia, GPS, social media, digital games—to promote peace and security.
Read MoreOn Jan. 11 and 12, organizers, activists and community leaders gathered at the Bint Jebail Cultural Center to participate in the first ever “Road to Equal Justice” conference in Dearborn.Organized by Dearborn community members, for Dearborn, the conference featured workshop sessions and a panel discussion focused on promoting social justice in the 21st century.
Read MorePeaceTech Lab announced today that renowned actor and activist Rosario Dawson will host the 2022 International Peace Honors. Dawson will lead the memorable lineup of special guests and musical performances coming together in celebration of an exceptional group of global leaders who make unique contributions towards building more just and peaceful communities around the world.
Read MoreForest Whitaker, Ajay Banga, Juanes, Tokata Iron Eyes, Brandon Stanton, Dr. Lisa Su and Nicholas Donofrio to Receive the International Peace Honors Presented by PeaceTech Lab. The ceremony recognizes some of today’s most outstanding global leaders and change-agents who make philanthropy a hallmark of their lives, to advance both humanity and our planet.
Read MoreThe globally renowned Singer-Songwriter & social advocate from Colombia will be honored ‘for his dedication to youth empowerment and peace” during the 2022 INTERNATIONAL PEACE HONORS, presented By PeaceTech Lab, the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace,
Read MoreGrowing up Indigenous in the United States, 18-year-old Tokata (Future) Iron Eyes is keenly aware of the inherent sacredness of the earth, and the immense pain that it has incurred over a long history of capitalist and colonial violence.
Read MorePeaceTech Lab (PTL), the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), announced that Nicholas Donofrio, former IBM executive vice president of innovation and technology, will be one of the distinguished award recipients at the 2022 International Peace Honors. The event will be held in February.
Read MorePeaceTech Lab (PTL) announced AMD President and CEO Dr. Lisa Su as one of their distinguished honorees during the 2022 International Peace Honors, to be held in January. The savvy tech leader is being honored for her achievements in revolutionizing high performance computing, the donation of supercomputing power for infectious disease research, and inspiring people from all backgrounds to pursue careers in STEM.
Read MoreNearly a decade ago, Brandon Stanton made TIME’s list of “30 Under 30 Changing the World” and he has not stopped since. With his uncanny ability to use crowdfunding to raise millions of dollars for various charities and fundraisers, there is no doubt that Stanton has changed many lives for the better. Today, PeaceTech Lab (PTL), the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace, announced that his efforts will be celebrated and honored during the 2022 International Peace Honors, to be held in January 2022.
Read MorePeaceTech Lab, the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace, announced Ajay Banga, executive chairman of the board for Mastercard, as one of its distinguished honorees during the 2022 International Peace Honors, to be held in January 2022.
Read MoreOscar winner Forest Whitaker is set to be recognized for his dedication to social activism during the 2022 International Peace Honors. The actor, filmmaker and producer will be celebrated during the January 2022 ceremony, presented by PeaceTech Lab, the non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace.
Read MoreCoronavirus has killed over 700,000 people in the US and over 4.8 million globally. But it doesn't kill alone, as the deadly effects of this virus are amplified by an effective, relentless, coldblooded and human-made accomplice: misinformation.
Read MoreThe world has undoubtedly got a fake news problem –there is a compelling case for setting up an international body to combat it, writes Graham Lawton, for New Scientist.
Read MoreIn the midst of unprecedented global challenges, individuals continue to come together to drive collective efforts for peace, championing causes that affect us all - climate change, social justice, healthcare, and education. PeaceTech Lab (PTL), the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace, believes those efforts should be celebrated and honored.Today, on the International Day of Peace, the organization announces the return of the International Peace Honors. The star-filled ceremony, to be held in January 2022, seeks to galvanize a broader global community of activists and everyday citizens in a powerful call to action during these troubled times.