Transformative Change

Laura E. Reimer is assistant professor at the University of Winnipeg. Cathryne L. Schmitz is professor and chair of the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies and professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro.Emily M. Janke is associate professor in the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies and the founding director of the Institute for Community and Economic Engagement at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. Ali Askerov is assistant professor in the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro.barbara T. Strahl received her PhD in conflict analysis and resolution from Nova Southeastern University. Thomas Matyók is associate professor and director of graduate studies in the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro.

• Chapter One: Introduction to the Field of Peace and Conflict StudiesChapter Two: The Foundational Concepts,Models and Frameworks Chapter Three: Empowering People through PraxisChapter Four: Community EngagementChapter Five: Interpersonal Communication Chapter Six: Negotiation Chapter Seven: Facilitating Group Processes for Transformative ChangeChapter Eight: Mediation Chapter Nine: ADR: The Multi-Door CourthouseChapter Ten: StorytellingChapter Eleven: Restorative PracticesChapter Twelve: Exploring Transformative Change through Artistic Expression

As a professor and practitioner in conflict resolution for over 40 years, I am very pleased to endorse the considerable benefits of this important book on conflict transformation. This comprehensive, user-friendly text succinctly covers major theories, frameworks, modules, terms, and distinctions in the field, though its primary focus in on conflict transformation competencies making it valuable to practitioners, students, and teachers. And the use of chapter questions, exercises and an innovative chapter by students on artistic expression is icing on the cake.