Why have another website about peace? A unique monument … to alert us to the aftermath of the present More than symbolic … to show us where peace comes from Bigger than it seems . . . surrounding the town With a modern purpose . . . to encourage us to work together High ambition […]
We’re better than to let that continue. The Woodbridge Trees and Monument for Peace Founded and dedicated knowing that more must be done for peace that much can be done for peace in communities everywhere and that peace can be made stronger by people acting together in simple ways known to build peace Building stronger […]
Where peace comes from and how it starts Among modern research perspectives there is a physical origin of peace that has been witnessed by many of us. As you read the next few lines pause and close your eyes for a little thought between each sentence. Try to put yourself into the described situation. Imagine. […]
Peace education The aftermath of the 20th century World Wars included a widespread expansion of peace research in colleges for Higher Education. New theoretical ideas were refined and extended through discussion and tested in practical field work. There are now many Higher Education courses with titles such as Peace and conflict. Some educators have explored […]
Peace - ours to cherish Peace is precious Peace and prosperity have been closely linked for a thousand years For this 21st century – something different is needed About Peace There are good grounds for a day-to-day optimism about peace ….. many communities and nations live among others in peace ….. there […]
Together - giving peace a better chance to make a better world Peace Peace starts, and it continues, or not, in, between, around and among us. Accordingly, the Woodbridge Monument for Peace reaches out through its visitors to friends, neighbours and others. In the nature of peace it reaches without exception around the world. The […]
The Quality of peace affects everyone globally { Editor: The present deep blue Earthshot pictorial background but with different words as below} Woodbridge Trees for Peace invite each of us to learn more from this Monument for Peace. They invite us to act together in simple and rewarding ways that will enhance the quality […]
We know from examples across centuries that Peace can be mended and made stronger in the aftermath of wars. But in this new century globalisation, new technology, and the physical limits of today’s world mean that we may need new methods.
(Triangle symbol here) ... attitudes and skills often acquired in childhood, such as attentiveness, calmness, empathy, forgiveness, friendliness, generosity, helpfulness, humility, kindness, patience, sensitivity and tolerance. Those skills and attitudes already shape the quality of our day-to-day Peace. But how many of them are blunted or neglected in the face of everyday pressures? Isn't one […]
Why take action for Peace? Woodbridge Trees for Peace were inspired in 2017 by recollections during the centennial commemorations of World War 1. Alongside the sadness then, optimism emerged together with a determination to add to what was already being done to secure Peace. The United Nations Organisation (UNO), for example, was and is promoting […]