The article reminds us that violent conflicts are increasing, globally. So, governments should prioritize huge investments in holistic peacebuilding initiatives rather than militarized interventions, solely. Also, when not addressed, the humanitarian impact of violent conflicts become devastating, including an increased threat of disease, famine and forced displacements, driving people to live in either refugee camps or with host communities. Published by Anabaptist World (July 17, 2017). Read more. This article was originally published by Mennonite World Review
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Washington Witness: More arms for Nigeria?
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/washington-witness-more-arms-for-nigeria/
Doing More Than Just Assisting
The article looks at the hazardous effects of poor health infrastructures and draws the attention of policymakers to the fact that about 303,000 women worldwide die annually during childbirth, as a result of health conditions that are preventable and treatable with simple and affordable interventions. Lack of access to education, nutritional training, primary healthcare personnel and socio-economic empowerment further impact the situations faced by these women. Published by ThirdWay (June 2, 2017). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/doing-more-than-just-assisting/
Peace on the Hill: A community that once was happy
The article shares the catastrophic effects of violence in a community, in northeastern Nigeria. And the fact that confronting social and economic injustice, in northeast Nigeria and around the world, is among the many responsibilities of the human family, irrespective of religion, race or background. Our Christian faith compels us to prioritize others and their needs above ours in a spirit of humility (Philippians 2:3). Published by PeaceSigns (May 25, 2017). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/peace-on-the-hill-a-community-that-once-was-happy/
Love In The Midst Of Famine And Suffering
The article explores the preference of huge investment in militarized intervention, and the need to increase humanitarian and development assistance, as well as peacebuilding programs. These programs help alleviate suffering from hunger, poverty, illness, natural disasters and violent conflict. Published by ThirdWay (April 7, 2017). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/love-in-the-midst-of-famine-and-suffering/
My Neighbor, Boko Haram: We can’t end violent extremism with more violence.My Neighbor, Boko Haram:
The article expresses an in-depth personal experience and reflection on how polarization along religious and ethnic lines by politicians led to divisions, suspicion and hatred in communities. Disputes about religious freedom, resource control, and citizenship led to violent conflicts at the local and state levels in Nigeria. Also, many religious sites were desecrated. The article proffers a more humanized and holistic approach to addressing the Boko Haram conflict. Published by Sojourners (March 2017). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/my-neighbor-boko-haram-we-cant-end-violent-extremism-with-more-violence-my-neighbor-boko-haram/
The Greatest Act Is Love
The article calls for a sustainable U.S. government’s integral global leadership in the fight against extreme poverty globally, investing in life-saving humanitarian and development needs. And that the country has a moral obligation to lead the world in addressing global poverty and confronting the pandemic of diseases. Also, that the president’s budget and congressional appropriations must reflect the priorities of not only the administration but also the values of the American people who elected them. Published by ThirdWay (January 6, 2017). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/the-greatest-act-is-love/
Peace on the Hill: Blessed are the peacemakers…
The article proposes nurturing the hearts of young people for peace, as it will lead to making peace an attitude that is lived and a moral code that guides society towards just peace. Across the globe, the importance of young people and their involvement in a sustainable future is both evident and indispensable. Published by PeaceSigns (July 30, 2016). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/peace-on-the-hill-blessed-are-the-peacemakers/
Rejected and Stigmatized, But Saved By Your Love
The article focused on the 2014 Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) report, which estimated that between 3.4 million and 3.7 million Nigerians are living with HIV. This includes more than 400,000 children. Another 1.1 million to 3.3 million children have been orphaned due to AIDS. The world has committed to ending the global AIDS epidemic by 2030, but while enormous gains have been made, persistent challenges remain. Adequate resources from countries such as the United States are critical in responding to this challenge. Published by ThirdWay (June 10, 2016). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/rejected-and-stigmatized-but-saved-by-your-love/
Democratic Republic of Congo’s Electoral Hope
The article calls for the great need for support from the United States and others in the international community to support the electoral process and institutions, such as the Electoral Management Body and civil society organizations. It affirms that diplomatic assistance, as well as resources for electoral equipment, personnel and logistics should be prioritized. This assistance would help encourage and build the resilience of Congolese in their desire for good governance, peace and sustainable development and could be a first step toward sustained peace and stability in the country. Published by ThirdWay (May 13, 2016). Read more
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/democratic-republic-of-congos-electoral-hope/
Seek the common good
The article looks at the ethical and moral implications of the 2017 President’s request, as the budget would reduce funding for several poverty-focused development-assistance accounts. Already, less than 1 percent of the U.S. federal budget goes to international development activities, including food assistance, global health programs and international disaster assistance. God has bestowed more than enough resources on humanity (Gen. 1:28-30), yet astonishing poverty remains in the midst of plenty. Published by Anabaptist World (February 29, 2016). Read more. This article was originally published by Mennonite World Review
Posted by charleyblogging on March 27, 2024
https://charlbiorah.blog/2024/03/27/seek-the-common-good/
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