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The Foundation for Post Conflict Development

245 Park Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, New York USA 10167

Phone (212) 643-5467 Fax (212) 372-8798

www.postconflictdev.org

STRATEGIC PLAN

2010-2014

Achieving the Millennium Development

Goals through Education, Action and

Development

Women

Youth

Environment

Veterans

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Table of Contents _______________________________________________________________________

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Page 3

I. INTRODUCTION Page 4

� Definition of Post Conflict � Accreditation to the United Nations � United Nations Global Compact � Peacebuilding Commission � Printing in Post Conflict Countries

II. MISSION STATEMENT Page 6

� Short Version

� Long Version

� Sister Foundation: Fundação Xanana Gusmão

III. OUR STRATEGIC FOCUS – 2010 - 2014 Page 9

8 Global Priorities

� Women

� Youth

� Veterans

� Environment

IV. ADMINISTRATION Page 13

� Research

� Learning Center

� Grant Writing and Fundraising

� Leadership Development

� Partner Organizations

� Budget

� Board of Directors � Advisors to the Board of Directors � International Advisory Board

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development (FPCD) is a neutral organization and makes

no judgment on conflict or the manner in which a conflict is resolved. FPCD provides tangible

results in post conflict countries. The FPCD has defined 8 global strategic priorities:

WOMEN Priority 1: FPCD will build five maternity clinics.

Priority 2: FPCD will support the Iraqi Women’s Fellowship Foundation.

YOUTH Priority 3: FPCD will build twenty youth centers.

Priority 4: FPCD will build one multi-purpose training center.

VETERANS Priority 5: FPCD will support one veteran’s museum.

Priority 6: FPCD will support research about veterans.

ENVIRONMENT Priority 7: FPCD will plant one hundred kitchen gardens.

Priority 8: FPCD will promote biodiversity and greener environments.

The FPCD has identified global partner organizations to assist in executing the strategic plan.

The following pages define the history of the FPCD, its mission statement and elaboration on the

8 priorities based on its experience and successes of its first five years of operation. The FPCD

has a reputation for diligent research, professionalism and high standards of accountability from

proposal, execution and follow-up of projects such as the Becora Youth Center in Timor-Leste.

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Proposal Site Visit Visible Progress Inauguration

Follow-up

Photos above depict the phases of execution of the Becora Youth Center in Dili, Timor-Leste. FPCD Executive

Director makes 2007 sites visits; H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco inaugurates Youth Center, April 19 2008;

FPCD Dili Advisor follows-up in 2009;Youth Center is a hub of activity for the community it serves in 2010.

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I. INTRODUCTION

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development (FPCD) is a neutral organization and makes

no judgment on conflict or the manner in which a conflict was resolved. FPCD provides tangible

results in post conflict development. The foundation’s three pillars are centered around

education, action and development. In furtherance of these goals, the FPCD works towards the

establishment of a reputation within the international community as an organization that educates

others, and inspires action at all levels to arrive at development in post conflict countries.

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development was formally incorporated in New York on April

25, 2005 as a not-for-profit organization recognized as tax-exempt under The United States of

America Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3).

Post conflict countries are more vulnerable than other countries. Vulnerabilities become

compounded with the added strain of reconstruction, reconciliation and healing from trauma.

Post conflict development is different from conflict resolution. The FPCD does not attempt to resolve conflict but rather focus on the creation of tangible projects that combat poverty and benefit post conflict countries in the spirit of the Millennium Development Goals.

The Foundation seeks to actively educate within post-conflict societies. Making sure post

conflict countries have adequate education is imperative to post-conflict development. This can

be through formal mechanisms at schools, but also through youth centers and the execution of

development projects that transforms life and lifts people out of poverty.

As there already exist other organizations that focus on the trauma of a post-disaster (man-made

or natural) situations, FPCD was founded at a time when there appeared to be a vacuum of

targeted Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), particularly in the United States, focusing on

post conflict development within the context of the UN Millennium Development Goals.

DEFINITION OF POST CONFLICT

Post conflict and conflict-affected countries can be classified as such due to a variety of factors.

For example, a Post Conflict situation can occur after, though not limited to, the following:

� Interruptions in elections;

� Racial / cultural tensions;

� Border disputes;

� Internal Civil strife;

� Bilateral strife

� Any of the above resulting in cross-border or internal displacement.

All of these situations have a number of consequences which are specific to the type of conflict

and the character of the communities in which they occur. The FPCD abstains from defining conflict or attempting to resolve conflict.

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ACCREDITATION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Effective 17 June, 2009, FPCD received official association with the Department of Public

Information of the United Nations. The Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations of the

Department of Public Information (DPI) approved the Foundation for Post Conflict

Development for association with the UN Department. The FPCD's association constitutes a

commitment to disseminate information and raise public awareness about the purposes and

activities of the UN and issues of global concern. The FPCD's engagement in UN activities will

assist in the creation of global partnerships for development. The FPCD is represented at the

United Nations by Directors Arielle Messuti and David Gethings.

The FPCD will keep the DPI/NGO Relations Department informed of the FPCD's activities and

publications. Through this partnership the FPCD continues to carry out its mission to educate

the general public on the needs of countries emerging from conflict situations while establishing

concrete development projects either alone or in concert with partner organizations in order to

fulfill the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.

A copy of the official accreditation letter is available on the FPCD website.

GLOBAL COMPACT

By official letter to the UN Secretary-General on December 17 2006, the FPCD signed the

Global Compact committing the organization to adhering to and promoting principals of human

rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption within its sphere of influence. The FPCD

participates actively in UN Global Compact meetings and received permission to use the official

“We Support the Global Compact” logo on its materials.

PEACEBUILDING COMMISSION

The FPCD and the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) are leading actors in the International

Community with a specific focus on countries emerging from conflict situations. The FPCD has

included as part of its mission the following of work of PBC. The FPCD regularly promotes the

PBC’s work on its website and electronic newsletters and will endeavor to strengthen relations

with the PBC.

PRINTING IN POST CONFLICT COUNTRIES When possible, FPCD prints its newsletters, publicity materials, and stationary in post conflict

countries. This provides jobs on one hand and also demonstrates the FPCD commitment to assist

post conflict countries.

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II. MISSION STATEMENT

SHORT VERSION The Foundation for Post Conflict Development raises awareness and assists countries emerging

from conflict situations. The mission of the FPCD is to fulfill the Millennium Development

Goals (MDG’s) and fulfill the aims and principles of the United Nations Charter in the context of

post conflict situations. Through direct education, action and development the FPCD is dedicated

to assist post conflict and conflict affected countries with projects necessary for their

reconstruction, among them the demobilization/disbanding of child soldiers reintegration of war

veterans, the creation of meaningful employment and cultural preservation.

The FPCD is a civil society partner in improving global development and seeks to work with

organizations that place development as a priority. In this vein the FPCD and Fundacao Xanana

Gusmao, located in Timor-Leste, have joined efforts as “sister foundations.”

The FPCD has signed the UN Global compact, committing the foundation to adhere to

promoting principles of human rights, labour, the environment and anti corruption within its

sphere of influence.

The FPCD is a not-for-profit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Internal Revenue

Code Section 501 (c) (3) and associated with the Department of Public Information of the

United Nations.

MISSION STATEMENT - LONG VERSION

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development raises awareness and assists countries emerging

from conflict situations The mission of the FPCD is to fulfill the Millennium Development Goals

(MDG’s); eradicate extreme poverty and hunger; achieve universal primary education; promote

gender equality and empower women; reduce child mortality; improve maternal health; combat

HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other infectious diseases; ensure environmental sustainability; and

develop a global partnership for development and fulfill the aims of the United Nations Charter

in the context of post conflict situations.

Through direct education, action and development the FPCD is dedicated to assist post

conflict or conflict affected countries with projects necessary for their reconstruction, among

them the demobilization/disbanding of child soldiers reintegration of war veterans, the creation

of meaningful employment and cultural preservation. The FPCD is a not-for-profit organization

recognized as tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c) (3) and associated with

the Department of Public Information of the United Nations.

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EDUCATION Countries emerging from conflict have special needs, and the FPCD raises the public’s

awareness of these needs. The FPCD, through its comprehensive website, newsletters,

participation in conferences, roundtables, training programs and seminars, promotes the work of

the United Nations and the work of the UN Peacebuilding Commission.

The FPCD collects and recounts data on countries emerging from conflict; and informs on the

post conflict development activities of the United Nations.

ACTION Individuals with demonstrated need in one of the areas listed in FPCD’s mission statement are

provided with funds or gifts-in-kind. Support may be provided to non-governmental

organizations in countries emerging from a conflict situation that require assistance in one of the

areas listed in FPCD’s mission statement.

The FPCD will make site visits, where necessary, to assess needs and ensure that its assistance is

delivered. The FPCD endorses a culture of acceptance at all levels and contributes to programs

that teach these values. The FPCD takes action to eliminate prejudice and discrimination by

promoting gender equality, the empowerment of women and cultural tolerance.

DEVELOPMENT Post conflict areas are more vulnerable to interruptions in development, so FPCD’s

developmental operations benefit those countries that need it most. The foundation helps relieve

suffering and builds healthier communities, while helping these communities become better

equipped to educate themselves, ensuring a more peaceful and prosperous future.

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development is a civil society partner in improving global

development and seeks to work with organizations that place development as a priority. In this

vein, the FPCD and the Fundação Xanana Gusmão (FXG) has formally joined efforts as sister

Foundations.

The FPCD has signed the UN Global Compact, committing the foundation to adhere to

promoting principals of human rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption within its

sphere of influence.

THE FPCD LOGO

FPCD Board of Directors spent considerable time developing the identity of the Foundation that

accurately and symbolically represented the goals of the FPCD. In the fall of 2005 a logo design

company was commissioned to professionally project the image of the Foundation by embodying

the FPCD mission statement. After months of careful consideration and seeking feedback from a

variety of sources, the Board of Directors chose what is now known as our logo.

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The logo is a simple symbol of the world with blue for water and green for the environment and

vegetation – the basis for life on our planet. The dual colors of blue and green in the circle also

symbolize the goal of peace through sustainable development.

The faint shadow of the globe on the bottom of the logo depicts the reality of where we are now

–a world where there exists many countries affected by war and conflict, in need of

reconciliation, reintegration and development. One can find anything positive in the logo,

however overall, the logo is FPCD’s vision of hope for countries as they emerge from conflict

situations toward post conflict development. SISTER FOUNDATION: FUNDAÇÃO XANANA GUSMÃO

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development is a civil society partner in improving global

development and seeks to work with organizations that place development as a priority. In this

vein, the FPCD and the Fundação Xanana Gusmão (FXG) has formally joined efforts as sister

Foundations through a memorandum of understanding signed between patron and Founder of

FXG, H.E. Xanana Gusmão and Founder and Executive Director, Claudia Abate of FPCD, on 20

March 2006 in Lisbon, Portugal.

The representatives of each organization agree to cross promote the work of each other whenever

possible and relevant, on respective websites, promotional materials and publication occasions.

FXG was founded by Timor-Leste’s democratically elected President. In July 2003 The

Foundation aims to undertake, promote and support development actions which reflect the

conscience, commitment and concern to assist human beings, including fostering respect for

human dignity, all of which are principals constitutionally protects at the core of the Timorese

legal framework. The Foundation is intended to be a testimony of peace, honour and ability to

work, both for present and future generations, and contribute to fulfill the aspirations of the

Timorese people.

Signed Memorandum of Understanding available on FPCD website

www.postconflictdev.org

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III. OUR STRATEGIC FOCUS 2010 – 2014

Women, Youth, Veterans, the Environment: 8 Global Priorities

WOMEN Priority 1: FPCD will build five maternity clinics. Our current and past projects geared toward women include: The Princess Grace Maternity Clinic – in progress 2010 - 2011

The Prince Rainier III Maternity Clinic – completed 2008

Rationale: In an effort to reduce infant and maternal Mortality rates in Timor-Leste, and provide

access to health care in rural areas, the FPCD facilitated the creation of the first Maternity Clinic

in Timor-Leste which has now become the model for the Ministry of Health in Timor-Leste.

The first project took place from 2005- present and was funded by the Monaco Red Cross and

Government of the Principality of Monaco;

To date, more than 1000 babies have been born and not a single mother has perished thanks to

the generosity of Prince Albert II of Monaco and the Principality of Monaco.

The future Princess Grace Maternity Clinic will be in Oecussi District, Timor-Leste.

Priority 2: FPCD will support the Iraqi Women’s Fellowship Foundation (IWFF).

Iraqi Women’s Fellowship Foundation (IWFF)

Rationale: FPCD is committed to assisting the IWFF with support for women’s education. The

IWFF plays a pivotal role in the development of much-needed engineering and applied sciences

skills, by providing Iraqi women with access to top-rated US universities in the US and the

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Middle East. It further reinforces the Iraqi government’s restoration of women’s rights. The

program in engineering and applied sciences is two-pronged, providing for:

� A one year faculty visiting scholarship to top universities in the US, to upgrade their

knowledge and teaching skills, or undertake research.

� A four-year student program in undergraduate study at American university campuses in

the Middle East. YOUTH

Priority 3: FPCD will build five youths centers per year. A total of twenty youth centers over the course of the next five years. Our current and past projects include:

The Viqueque Youth Center in Timor-Leste -completed 2010

The Becora Youth Center in Timor-Leste – completed 2008

Rational: In order to address some of the pressing developmental needs of Timor-Leste, the

FPCD received funding for the construction two Youth Centers in the capital city of Dili. With

young people making up nearly 60% of the population, the Youth Center will provide an

alternative to gang violence through constructive activities. The project was overseen and

executed by FPCD's sister foundation, Fundação Xanana Gusmão. It was made possible by a

grant from the United Nations Staff 1 % For Development Fund in New York.

Focusing on youth is important for the future of Timor-Leste and post conflict countries. Young

people need to be motivated and have role models.

Music, sports and computer activities are currently underway for the youth community and used

as a tool for peace.

Priority 4: FPCD will build one multi-purpose training center in Timor-Leste. Multi-purpose Leadership and Training Center, Timor-Leste

Rationale: Nurturing the nation’s youth, alongside with the development of sports, it is

necessary to have a multi-purpose training center capable of supporting the development of

sports nationwide. This ambitious undertaking aims not only at the development of sports

activities but to create the necessary infrastructure and organizational framework to support the

promotion of leadership skills and peacebuilding activities for youth and other actors of society.

Various models of peacebuilding through sport can be used, such as the successful Generations

for Peace model founded by Prince Feisal of Jordan whereby a team of Timorese youth leaders

have already been trained in Amman, Jordan at the Peace Camp hosted by the Generations for

Peace Organization in December 2009. The proposed multi-purpose leadership Training Center

could house future Peace Camps amongst other important community building activities.

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VETERANS Priority 5: FPCD will raise funds for one veteran’s museum in Timor – Leste. Our current and past projects geared toward veterans include: Veteran’s Museum – Archive and Museum of the Timorese Resistance

Rationale: In post conflict countries, veterans of the conflict require proper recognition and

documents of the conflict require preservation for future generations.

The Archive and Museum of the Timorese Resistance was inaugurated on 7th December 2005,

representing a major step towards accomplishing the most important on-going project to preserve

and promote the memory of Timorese people’s heroic struggle for Independence.

The development of on-going activities regarding the preservation, classification and publishing

of all documentation from the period of the Timorese Resistance is still necessary. Therefore, the

Museum is only partial completed and the FPCD has committed to help raise funds and

awareness in order to finish the project.

Priority 6: FPCD will support Research on Veterans

The Guerrera Book Project

Rationale: Veterans play an important role in post conflict development. Partnering with the

Guerrera Book Project, the FPCD will advance personal stories and research of the remarkable

feats of veterans, with an emphasis on women and publish its findings. Around the globe and

throughout time, women have played crucial roles in armed struggles for social justice. This

project, co-directed by Julie Michelle Klinger and Emma Gaalaas Mullaney, aims to amplify the

individual and collective voices of Guerreras: women who have taken up arms to struggle for a

cause.

ENVIRONMENT

Priority 7: FPCD will plant 100 (one hundred) kitchen gardens. Priority 8: FPCD will promote biodiversity and greener environments in 5 post conflict countries. Current and past projects include: The Reforestation, Horticulture and Family Income Project in Timor-Leste

Rationale: The Reforestation, Horticulture and Family Income Project is an integrated approach

to lifting people out of Poverty. Under the auspices of President Jose Ramos Horta’s antipoverty

Initiatives, not only is the country becoming ‘greener’ but kitchen gardens and sustainable

development through the diversification of food crops have helped to ensure food security

among families and contribute to the regrowth of Timor-Leste’s natural resources which include:

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rich coffees, a variety of luscious fruits, exquisite spices and the world’s finest sandalwood and

tropical hardwoods.

The Principality of Monaco, the Government of Timor-Leste and FPCD are securing the

environmental health of Timor-Leste through this community based approach.

Green Community Hub Project in South Africa

Rationale: Clean running water is a human right as identified in Article 24 of the United Nations

Charter. In post conflict situations, the need is overwhelming and we must work together to

create global partnerships for sustainable development. In this regard, the Foundation for Post

Conflict Development joined efforts with Hands on the World Global (HOWglobal) to create a

Green Community Hub that will allow the Umgodi Primary School of 600 students and the

surrounding village of over 1,500 people to have access to running water.

Lifau Sandalwood Park and Environment Center in Oecussi, Timor-Leste

Rationale: The Sandalwood Tree is in danger of becoming extinct in Timor-Leste. A plan has

been devised to safeguard the national tree with four serious components: The Sandalwood Park

and Nursery; The Environmental Protection Center; A Retail Center and a Festival Ground.

These components are there to make the Sandalwood Park sustainable in 3 years, instill

environmental knowledge, teach important planting skills that can be replicated throughout the

country. The Sandalwood Park and Environmental Center will be a model across the globe for

restoration and preservation of natural resources.

Biodiversity as an Educational and Nation-Building Tool in Timor-Leste

Rationale: A population that is educated about the importance of its country’s biodiversity will

be more inclined to preserve it and recognize it as a natural, national treasure.

Ever since the beginning of the colonial period, the environment of what is now Timor-Leste has

been threatened. This threat began as an external one, with the exploitation of sandalwood, and it

has now become an internal one, as serious poverty is maintaining unsustainable practices for

making a living. FPCD is supporting efforts to educate residents about their environment by

using commonly seen amphibians and reptiles as an example of the country’s unique natural

heritage. A survey of the amphibian and reptile fauna of the country, conducted by FPCD

International Board of Advisors member Dr Hinrich Kaiser, has been underway since 2009.

While the educational process will begin in 2011 with the training of instructors at the country’s

national university (UNTL), the trained individuals will begin an environmental and

sustainability education campaign in all districts beginning in 2013. This will be augmented by

the publication of environmental awareness posters, guides, and even a set of postage stamps.

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IV. ADMINISTRATION RESEARCH The FPCD has research associates affiliated with the Foundation. The research makes a

contribution to academia and intellectual discussion about post conflict issues. The FPCD

collects and recounts data on countries emerging from conflict; and informs on the post conflict

development activities of the United Nations. The FPCD publishes the results of its research in

journals and international publications, as well as on its website.

For example, the following research papers are on the FPCD website: Detention in Rwandan Gacaca Courts by Joseph Stefanelli and National Identity Formation AndEducation In Post-Conflict Development by Marina Ohanjanyan. Future research includes How to Make Peace- and Nation-Building Work? Lessons the Atlantic Community Can Learn from Post 2nd World War Germany by Dr. Michaela Hertkorn.

In addition, the Guerrera Book Project presented the following work at the 2010 Annual Meeting

of the Association of American Geographers in Washington, D.C.: Gendered Negotiations of Forgiveness, Truth and Reconciliation in Timor Leste by Julie Michelle Klinger, and

Guerreras' Justice: Legacies of Resistance and Gendered Contradictions in Timor Leste by

Emma Gaalaas Mullaney.

FPCD welcomes the submission of research.

LEARNING CENTER The FPCD will create a Post Conflict Development Learning Center, to serve as a place where

students and friends of peace and development can convene and learn about FPCD’s work, the

needs of post conflict countries and the work of the United Nations in this arena. This may be an

on-line center or housed within the FPCD office, depending on interest.

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GRANT WRITING AND FUNDRAISING In order to further the mission of FPCD and sustain the future of the FPCD, grant writing and

fundraising efforts are a priority.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT The FPCD is benefiting from the professional services of Growth Leaders – a company that

specializes in organizational leadership development. The board of directors and advisors to the

board are participating in comprehensive workshops that will strengthen team building and

cohesiveness. Each member to complete the course will receive a certificate.

French Mountain Climber Sophie Dennis leads the FPCD logo to the top of Mt. Everest in

support of post conflict development.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS The FPCD has identified partner-organizations in El Salvador, Haiti, Uganda, South Africa,

Liberia, Kenya, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Monaco and the United States. A list

of partner organizations will be furnished upon request. Additional partner organizations may be

identified. Interested partners should contact the FPCD office.

BUDGET

The budget is proposed for a five year time frame beginning in 2010 through 2014. FPCD’s

budget includes financial assistance for operational expenses, special projects, outreach,

advocacy and events. The detailed budget requirements from potential donors will be made

available upon request.

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FPCD BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Claudia Abate

Founder and Executive Director

Arielle Messuti

Director of Public Relations

David Gethings

Director of Special Projects

Kristen Ireland

Director of Organizational Development

Frank Abate

Director

Vincent Wilkinson

Director

ADVISORS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Rachel McCroy

Assistant to the Executive Director

Faith Bogue

Assistant to the Executive Director

Monika Abate

Executive Advisor

Fatimazohra Nouinou

Advisor - Dili, Timor-Leste

Dr. Michaela Hertkorn

Associate Scholar

Ivan Kotchetkov

Advisor to the Executive Director

Marina Ohanjanyan Eurasia

Associate Research Scholar

Joseph Stefanelli

Legal Analyst

Sergio A. Feo Arenis

Technical Advisor to the Director of

Public Relations

INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD

HONORARY MEMBERS

H.E. José Ramos-Horta

President

Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste

H.E. Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão

Prime Minister

Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste

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INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

H.E. Nassir A. Al-Nasser

Ambassador of Qatar to the

United Nations

H.E. Giulio Terzi di Sant'Agata

Ambassador of Italy to the

United States

H.E. Ismael Gaspar Martins

Ambassador of Angola to the

United Nations

H.E. Gudmundur Eiriksson

Ambassador of Iceland to India

H.E. Martin Andjaba

Former Ambassador of Namibia to

the United Nations

H.E. Jose Maria Chaves*

Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan (ret.)

*deceased

H.E. Christian Wenaweser

Ambassador of the Principality of

Liechtenstein to the UN

Dr. Thomas Rosandich

President and CEO

United States Sports Academy

Dr. Awni Behnam

President

International Ocean Institute (IOI)

Mr. Mourad Ahmia

Executive Secretary of the Group of 77

New York

Mr. Terrence Leong

President and CEO

Walker Street Associates

Professor Dianne Davis

Founding President International

Council for Caring Communities (ICCC)

Ms. Tanya Goudsouzian

Founding Editor-in-Chief

Soma Digest, Iraq

Ms. Julia Cheng,Esq.

Founder, CyberlawStudio

Ms. Sofia Gitis

Artistic Director Rose Bapier

Productions

Mr. Chiranjeeb Das

Goodwill Ambassador, India

Dr. Hinrich Kaiser

Associate Professor

Victor Valley College, USA

For any additional information, please contact the

The Foundation for Post Conflict Development

245 Park Avenue, 24th Floor

New York, NY, 10167 USA

www.postconflictdev.org

[email protected]