Scholarly Perspectives
Explore cutting-edge research and phenomenological insights on the role of mothers’ soft power in shaping peace and social transformation.
Who Are We?
We believe in building peace through the soft power of mothers. By amplifying women’s voices in homes and communities, we foster dialogue, trust, and collaboration to address the root causes of conflict. We create networks that sustain global action for peace, while raising awareness about the impact of technology on families. We encourage healthy, balanced use of devices a
About theColloquium
The past decade has seen the rise of belligerents, extremist organizations, and terrorism both by individuals and states across the globe. These have resulted in stress, fear, and, at times, hopelessness. Questions abound as to what individuals, governments, institutions, cooperatives and persons aspiring to power and control of a new global world order could do differently to decrease anxiety and create hope. How could scholarship and actions be an added value in making the world a better place for generations yet unborn? Herein comes the vision of the Soft Powers of Mothers, new actors in the field to add positive energy to the way forward. Additionally, the youth curiosity, energy and savviness will be a game changer at our colloquium. We intend to interrogate the problem and dialogue ways forward, bringing a phenomenological lens to the question of power dynamics to do good. The event will seek to address how women, especially mothers could deliberately increase their presence and ideas in their homes and communities, mobilize other women to do the same, engage in dialogue by networking to diffuse tension and build trust. We will also address issues of gender-based violence, empowerment, and supporting each other. Additionally, we will follow up and work with existing structures that promote peace building, gender-sensitive training, gender stereotypes, participate more in decision making and protecting from threats and intimidation.
A Forum For
Insight And
Collaboration
Why Attend?
Engage with leading scholars and practitioners to examine mothers’ soft power in peace building, exchange diverse perspectives, and develop practical strategies for fostering sustainable peace.
Collaborative Dialogue
Participate in critical conversations that bridge diverse cultural, generational, and gender perspectives to address the root causes of conflict.
Practical Applications
Learn evidence-based strategies and community-centered approaches to peacebuilding, advocacy, and conflict resolution.
Global Engagement
Network with scholars, practitioners, and changemakers across disciplines and regions, fostering partnerships for sustainable impact.
SPEAKERS
PEGGY MCINTOSH
ALHAJI AHMEDNUHU BAMALLI
KOKONÃ METUKTIRE KAYAPO
PEGGY MCINTOSH
ALHAJI AHMEDNUHU BAMALLI
PEGGY MCINTOSH
EVENT SCHEDULE
Breakfast and Background Music
La Donna Musicale, Laury C. Gutierrez
Breakfast and Background Music
La Donna Musicale, Laury C. Gutierrez
Goodwill Messages
Ag. Director WCW, Member WC, MAI, HCF, SI, WC, Lee Chen, Lauren Baker, etc.
Goodwill Messages
Ag. Director WCW, Member WC, MAI, HCF, SI, WC, Lee Chen, Lauren Baker, etc.
Networking and Music
La Donna Musicale
Networking and Music
La Donna Musicale
TBD
TBD
Keynote Speakers
Peggy Mcintosh, UN Women, Elizabetta Strickland
Keynote Speakers
Peggy Mcintosh, UN Women, Elizabetta Strickland
Q&A
Q&A
Interlude: spoken word/music
Interlude: spoken word/music
TBD
TBD
Serial testimonies
Feminist Anti-War Resistance, Feminist Action Creates Change / Women of the Sun, European Women Lobby Group, Mothers of Peace in Ukraine and Russia
Serial testimonies
Feminist Anti-War Resistance, Feminist Action Creates Change / Women of the Sun, European Women Lobby Group, Mothers of Peace in Ukraine and Russia
Q&A
Q&A
Music composed for the Colloquium
Rey Romero — Placed alongside Q&A
Music composed for the Colloquium
Rey Romero — Placed alongside Q&A
Interactive Dialogue: Cross-cultural group sessions with Royal Fathers
Local Chief of Massachusetts Tribe, Brazilian Chief of the Amazon, Emir of Zazzau
Interactive Dialogue: Cross-cultural group sessions with Royal Fathers
Local Chief of Massachusetts Tribe, Brazilian Chief of the Amazon, Emir of Zazzau
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
TBD
TBD
Keynote Speakers
Dr Nahla Al-Qassimi, Cecilia Strada, Imaan Ibrahim-Sulieman
Keynote Speakers
Dr Nahla Al-Qassimi, Cecilia Strada, Imaan Ibrahim-Sulieman
Q&A
Q&A
Virtual serial testimonies
Followed by Virtual Q&A
Virtual serial testimonies
Followed by Virtual Q&A
Mothers Catwalk Fashion Display
Mothers Catwalk Fashion Display
Kenner Lecture at Wang Campus Center
Kenner Lecture at Wang Campus Center
Dinner & Networking
Dinner & Networking
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