The New Zealand Centre for Global Studies (the Centre) has been announced as the new home to continue the vital work in global citizenship education previously delivered by The Centres of Asia-Pacific Excellence (CAPEs). The Centre will establish a hub of excellence...
Peace Symposium – A dialogue on “Challenges to Peace in Turbulent Times”
On 4 October, Professor Kevin P. Clements and Helen Clark led a discussion on strategies for fostering a more just, peaceful, and sustainable world in the face of global challenges. The event addressed the growing threats of climate change, economic inequality, and political instability, highlighting the struggles of multilateral institutions like the United Nations and ongoing conflicts in regions such as Ukraine, the Middle East, and Africa. Hosted by MP Ingrid Leary, the conversation explored practical approaches to mitigating these crises and promoting global peace and cooperation, with a focus on New Zealand’s role in navigating these turbulent times.
This event was co-organised by: New Zealand Centre of Global Studies (NZCGS), SGI-New Zealand, Toda Peace Institute, NZ Institute of International Affairs Wellington Branch, United Nations Association of New Zealand, Wellington Interfaith Council.
By Libby Giles, Director
Libby Giles is the Director of NZCGS. She specialises in global citizenship education, which she sees as a key tool in response to global challenges and that sits at the heart of all the Centre’s kaupapa.
June 16, 2025
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