Stories
OB Peacebuilding Training hosted by OB Finland
In early April, Outward Bound Peacebuilding and Outward Bound Finland held a partnership training program for instructors and staff from 8 different Outward Bound Schools. Over a…
“It’s actually a really beautiful bridge.”
The bridge was made of cut wood logs held together by heavy steel bolts. It was narrow enough for one to guide their hands along either railing…
Next Steps: The Path Ahead
Trees and boardwalks. Promenade surrounded by trees. Of all the phrases that litter my inbox, I really like the term “Next Steps.” It’s the perfect blend of…
What We See with Closed Eyes
I like to invite people to close their eyes and visualize “peace” or a place or time that makes them feel “at peace” or “peaceful.” Overwhelmingly, the…
Creating an Ecosystem for Change
We were delighted this year to welcome Forsan Hussein as one of our featured speakers at the 2015 Benefit Cocktail Party for Outward Bound Peacebuilding. Forsan is an alumnus…
Practicum on Experiential Peacebuilding, Four Years Later
When I applied for the first Practicum in 2012, I had very little understanding of peacebuilding throughout the world and was not nearly as engaged politically and…
To See. To Lift Up the Connectors.
As many of you know, Outward Bound Peacebuilding is already deeply engaged in the work of non-violent conflict transformation. Our innovative tools have never felt more needed…
Alumna Profile: Natalia Jimenez (Naty)
Naty Jimenez is a two-time alumnus of OBCP programs, (Costa Rica 2016, and Mexico 2017). A lawyer who specializes in international and environmental law, Naty credits her…
Experiential Peacebuilding in Hong Kong
I thought my cup of learning for Outward Bound was full, but through this training on Experiential Peacebuilding, I realized my cup has grown much bigger and…
Publication of Experiential Peacebuilding
We are delighted to announce the publication of our book Experiential Peacebuilding. Experiential Peacebuilding offers peace educators, community leaders, teachers and organizations the theoretical background, resources and connections to…