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The Elusive and Exclusive Global Citizen Year of publication: 2015 Author: Jill Koyama Corporate author: Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) In this paper, the author interrogate the notion of global citizenship, both as an aspiration and an improbable practice, by situating it within contemporary understandings of citizenship and globalization.It is a conceptualization that suffers from the dangers inherent in the term “citizenship” and misconceptions of the terms “global,” and it is rooted in the West’s long engagement in normative undertakings in non-Western countries. The writer refute ideas of the autonomous and agentic global citizen. he encourage a rethinking of global citizenship and global citizenship education (GCE) and offer recommendations for redirecting attention to contemporary global stratifications and issues of human rights to address the issues of social justice and inequality that, due to the problematic definition of global citizenship, are currently inadequately covered in existing GCE curricula. 
Recommendation on Education for Peace and Human Rights, International Understanding, Cooperation, Fundamental Freedoms, Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: UNESCO Building more peaceful, just, and sustainable societies starts with education. It influences all aspects of our daily lives and our overall prospects while being impacted by our health and environment. In the global landscape of worsening climate change, democratic backsliding, persistent inequalities, rising discrimination, hate speech, violence and conflict, it can be a tool to address and prevent these problems in the future. And it can also be a long-term investment with increasing returns if shaped and deployed effectively. The new UNESCO Recommendation on Education for Peace and Human Rights, International Understanding, Cooperation, Fundamental Freedoms, Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development, which is commonly referred to as the Recommendation on Education for Peace, Human Rights and Sustainable Development is a landmark guidance document that defines what needs to evolve in and through education to accomplish these goals. 
Guide to Coexistence and Restorative Practices Year of publication: 2020 Author: Juan de Vicente Abad Corporate author: Assembly of Cooperation for Peace This guide to coexistence and restorative practices aims to join this collective movement that places coexistence as the central axis of teaching practice. Its objective is to provide teachers with very practical and useful strategies to effectively manage coexistence in the classroom. It is a proposal to address coexistence from a preventive, participatory and people-centered dimension, which conceives coexistence not only as an objective but as an object of intentional learning, which perceives conflict as an opportunity and with an inclusive and restorative perspective, betting on a restorative approach. In the guide you can find practical activities, the purpose of which is to guide educational centers to know and implement the restorative model, through a series of resources that range from the analysis of coexistence to restorative conversations to resolve daily conflicts. 
No Fear at School: Prevention of Violence Against Children in Educational Settings; Colombia Country Report Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: Aulas en Paz | Red PaPaz This report presents an overview of progress in preventing and responding to violence against children and adolescents (NNA) in educational settings in Colombia, using the framework developed by Safe to Learn. This document is part of the initiatives led by the Latin American Hub for the Prevention of Violence Against Children in Schools, in which six Latin American countries participate and which is coordinated by Aulas en Paz. 
Safe Schools Declaration Year of publication: 2015 Corporate author: Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) The Safe Schools Declaration is an intergovernmental political commitment that was developed at an international conference held in Oslo, Norway, on 28-29 May 2015. The Declaration allows countries the opportunity to express their political support for the protection of students, teachers and schools during times of armed conflict; the importance of the continuation of education during armed conflict; and the implementation of the Guidelines for Protecting Schools and Universities from Military Use during Armed Conflict. 
[Summary] Education Under Attack 2024 Year of publication: 2024 Author: Jerome Marston | Felicity Pearce Corporate author: Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) This study is published by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA), formed in 2010 by organizations working in the areas of education in emergencies and conflict, higher education, protection, international human rights law and international humanitarian law, in response to the persistence of attacks on educational institutions, their students and staff in countries affected by conflict and insecurity. Attacks on Education 2024 was developed based on independent research conducted by GCPEA. The report was carried out separately from and does not necessarily reflect the views of the various member organizations that make up the GCPEA Steering Committee. 
Alert 2024! : Report on Conflicts, Human Rights and Peacebuilding Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: Escola de Cultura de Pau (ECP) Published since 2001, this yearbook analyses the state of the world in terms of conflict and peacebuilding based on three axes: armed conflict, tensions and gender, peace and security. The analysis of the most relevant events of the year and the nature, causes, dynamics, actors and consequences of the main scenarios of armed conflict and socio-political tension in the world allows for a comparative regional view and the identification of global trends, as well as elements of risk and preventive warning for the future. Likewise, the report also identifies opportunities for peacebuilding or for the reduction, prevention or resolution of conflicts. 
A Tree to Bloom Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: Center for Memory, Peace and Reconciliation The Camino a Casa room of the Memory, Peace and Reconciliation Center is committed to memory processes that recognize children as active subjects with the full capacity to reflect and dialogue about the recent past of violence and struggles for the construction of democracy and peace. This document is written under the metaphor of a tree: it is proposed that change and movement become a possibility for continued growth, therefore the role of adults is related to being the nutrients of the tree. In so far as their daily work can contribute to other axes, which would be the branches. And finally, children play the role of caretakers of memory - they are the tree - based on their authenticity and creativity. 
Dad, Mom, They’re Harassing Me! Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: Ministry of Education of Peru Do you notice that something is not right with your child's academic performance or behavior at school? You may be wondering: What is happening to him or her? Is there a problem affecting him or her? When faced with this situation, it is important to stop and reflect. Talk to your child about what is happening and ask him or her how he or she feels. Analyze together the possible causes of the problem. It is possible that your child is being bullied. If so, we offer you some guidelines for addressing the issue. 
Asia and the Pacific SDG Progress Report 2025: Engaging Communities to Close the Evidence Gap Year of publication: 2025 Corporate author: UN.ESCAP The SDG progress report 2025 presents the latest data and insights on progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Asia-Pacific region. While celebrating regional achievements, it also highlights persistent challenges—such as climate change, natural disasters, and critical data gaps—that risk leaving marginalized communities behind. By showcasing innovative community-level partnerships, the report explores how local efforts can help bridge the evidence gap, ensuring that progress toward the SDGs is inclusive and leaves no one behind.