The Art of Peacebuilding

Widely recognized as one of the most influential and beloved figures in the field of peacebuilding, John Paul Lederach embodies both the rigor of the scholar and sensitivity of the poet. A pioneer of the concept of conflict transformation (as distinct from resolution), his work has redefined peacebuilding as a moral and relational art rooted in empathy, moral imagination, and the human capacity for connection across divides. Join The New School Host Serena Bian for this intergenerational conversation exploring John Paul’s enormous body of work in building the fields of conflict transformation and collective trauma healing – as well as his love for poetry and haiku.