The Ecology of Peace conceptual framework provides a set of hypotheses to explore the viability of promoting peace through early childhood. The hypotheses are rooted in neurobiology, affiliative bonding, parent education, early learning, and grassroots movements. However, these hypotheses need to be tested. In the next phase of this undertaking by the Yale University and AÇEV Partnership, a systematic review study was conducted to explore the role of parenting and early learning programs in (i) promoting positive development and well-being in young children, (ii) promoting peace building through improving interactions within the home and classroom, and among peers, and (iii) promoting peace building through the formation of culturally diverse parenting groups, particularly groups of fathers, and can be accessed here.

This conceptual framework is fully described in Chapter 4 of Pathways to Peace: The Transformative Power of Children and Families.

PDF / Formative Childhoods & Peace Building: A Brief Note

This downloadable PDF document is a first result of the collaboration between Yale University and AÇEV and lays the foundation for this initiative.