Breaking the Silence: Nonviolent Dialogue to Disrupt the Cycle of Violence in the Middle East (Pa...

In this episode, our panelist discussed in detail the questions listed below. Comprehensive understanding of conflict and peace. 1. As a peacebuilder, would you share a personal experience That has shaped your understanding of conflict, particularly in the context of the Middle East? What, in your opinion, makes conflicts in this region so complex? 2. Peace in the Middle East: Is it a distant dream or a plausible reality? From your view (perspective)as a mediator and a peacebuilder, what would peace look like? 3. How can it be achieved, and what’s happening or not happening to achieve it (peace)? Challenges to a peaceful solution 1. There are many public forums discussing the Middle East (specifically Israel and Palestine). From a peacebuilder's perspective, what do you think is being left out of the conversations about peace in the Middle East? 2. How do fear, resentment, language, and selective empathy manifest in the Middle East conflict, and what role do these elements play in either exacerbating or alleviating the situation? Facilitation of Dialogue process 1. Credibility and neutrality: The world is for or against our words or silence, so who can facilitate a dialogue between Hamas and the Israeli government, and how can that dialogue be facilitated? 2. Win-win/interest-based solution: Is it possible for both Hamas and the Israeli government to win? If so, how? Connect with us at: • https://www.dcmediationinstitute.com/ • LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/dc-m...) •    / @mediation23   (   / @mediation23  )