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Call for Papers
Music for a Universal Consciousness of Solidarity
Abstract due by 15 January 2010

The Toda Institute for Global Peace and Policy Research will publish a special issue of its journal Peace & Policy on the theme of “Music for a Universal Consciousness of Solidarity.” Peace & Policy #15 will be distributed to a distinguished group of scholars and organizations worldwide and may also be published as a book by Transaction Publishers.

Exploration of the Theme:

We selected the theme “Music for a Global Consciousness of Solidarity” to explore music's ability to bring the self and the other into a dialogue of solidarity. The goal is to call forth and to find ways in which music might promote a sense of universal consciousness and responsibility, so that all human beings, whoever and wherever they are, can become conscious of their common destiny. Faced with many dangers and obstacles, humanity must find common solutions to prevent and overcome them, and explore pathways that could lead us to a universal consciousness of our interconnectedness. We need this type of awareness to find such solutions without excluding diversity. What contributions can music make to reach these goals? How can ensure that our musicking serves and does not hinder these goals?

Deadlines and Word Limits:

To be considered for publication by our review committee, an abstract and bio have to reach the Toda Institute by 15 January, and the full paper by 15 April 2010.

The maximum length and stylesheet should be:
bio = 100 words
abstract = 300 words
paper = 5000 words (excluding endnotes and references)
stylesheet = Chicago

We look forward to receiving your proposal by 15 January. Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions by contacting Ms. Deva Temple, Research Assistant, at
deva@toda.org.

With best regards,

Olivier Urbain
Director
Toda Institute 

Call for Papers
Ethical Transformations for a Sustainable Future
Submissions due by November 30, 2009

The Toda Institute for Global Peace and Policy Research is seeking contributions for publication in the book version of Peace & Policy 14: Ethical Transformations for a Sustainable Future which will be published in early 2010. We are seeking papers which are already written by authors seeking publication or papers which can be reasonably completed by the firm deadline of November 30, 2009. No papers received after November 30, 2009 will be considered under any circumstances, nor will papers requiring extensive alteration, editing, or modification. We will provide copyediting and proof reading for each paper selected for publicaiton and an honorarium of US $300.00 will be paid upon publication.

Exploration of the Theme:

It has become increasingly apparent that humanity’s complex social, political, and economic systems are incompatible with the finite capacity of the Earth to replenish resources and absorb wastes. If the planet is to continue to be habitable for us, our descendants, and for the myriad web of other creatures that make life possible, we must transform human systems so that they are aligned with natural systems.

But what is it, precisely, that we need to change? How do we change our behavior, and in which direction? Where do we start? We at the Toda Institute believe that ethical transformation is one of the most fundamental steps we can take to move toward sustainability. When we change how we see ourselves and our place in the universe, our actions and impacts necessarily change as well. When our relationships are altered through new understandings of how we relate and how we should relate, we find that those relationships may grow and become healthier. With the goal of sustainability, a healthy relationship with the Earth which sustains us and future generations, in mind, we seek to propose ethical transformation for a sustainable future.

Deadlines, Submission Guidelines, and Legnth:

To be considered for publication by our review committee, your full paper and bio or curriculum vitae must reach the Toda Institute by November 30, 2009.

You may submit electronically to deva@toda.org, via fax at 808-955-6476, or through the mail at 1585 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 1130, Honolulu, HI 96814.

Your paper should be between 5,000 and 20,000 words. Excellent papers which fall outside these word counts may also be considered depending on their content and quality.

Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions by contacting Ms. Deva Temple, Research Assistant, at deva@toda.org.

With best regards,

Olivier Urbain
Director
Toda Institute  

Promotions at the Toda Insitute for Global Policy and Peace Research

The Toda Institute is pleased to announce that on October 1, 2009, Professor Kevin Clements became Secretary General of the Toda Institute for Global Peace and Policy Research. Dr. Clements is the Foundation Chair of Peace and Conflict Studies and Director of the New Zealand Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Otago, Dunedin New Zealand. He is also Secretary General of the International Peace Research Association. Prior to taking up these positions he was the Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies and Foundation Director of the Australian Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Queensland, Brisbane Australia. He was Secretary General of International Alert from 1999-2003 and earlier Professor and Director of ICAR, George Mason University. His career has been a combination of academic analysis and practice in the areas of peacebuilding and conflict transformation. He has been an advisor to the New Zealand, Australian, British, Swedish and Dutch governments on conflict prevention, peace, defense and security issues. He has written or edited seven books and over 160 chapters/articles on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, preventive diplomacy and development with a specific focus on the Asia Pacific region. He will contribute to Toda Institute's research projects in the fields of conflict transformation, peacebuilding, human rights, sustainable developments, UN reform, and dialogue of civilizations.

The Toda Institute is also happy to announce the promotion of Satoko Takahashi from Program Manager to Research Director. Dr. Takahashi has been with the Toda Institute since 1996 and her many contributions are deeply appreciated. We look forward to working with Dr. Takahashi, as Research Director, for years to come. Please join us in congratulating her on this important milestone.

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