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In a cozy corner of Coffee at Anu Books, the atmosphere was buzzing with energy as members of Peace Bhumi, a dynamic community of graduates from Conflict-Sensitive Media (CSM) training, gathered for another insightful meeting. Despite a delayed start, the seven attendees delved into meaningful discussions about upcoming activities aimed at producing conflict-sensitive media products, fostering interaction, and raising awareness to contribute to peace-building initiatives.
The meeting kicked off with introductions, setting the stage for a diverse group of individuals dedicated to promoting peace through media content. The discussion revolved around various possibilities for collaborative efforts in conflict-sensitive media production.
Movie Plans Deferred, but Insights Abound
Although the initial plan to screen the movie “Nightcrawler” was postponed due to late arrivals, the group decided to watch it individually and share opinions on its relevance to conflict-sensitive media. One member expressed that the film serves as a lesson in “What not to do?” in content creation, emphasizing the importance of avoiding harmful practices.
Drawing from their CSM training, the participants shared recommendations for films that could aid the second cohort in their final projects, including “All the President’s Men,” “Spotlight,” and “She Said.” This thoughtful approach underlined the commitment to learning from positive examples in media production.
Individual Contributions for Collective Impact
Each member brought unique skills and perspectives to the table, outlining their roles within Peace Bhumi:
Amir Thapa: Advocated for the formation of a core team, emphasizing the need to introduce Peace Bhumi to international organizations for strategic development and human facilitation.
Amit Raj Shrestha: Proposed the creation of small videos on CSM topics, to be shared on the blog. Explored possibilities such as podcasts, miniseries, and videos, offering expertise in proposal writing and project development.
Monika Kadel: Advocated for starting with small contributions, focusing on individual strengths. Proposed activities related to communication and public networking.
Bindesh Dahal: Leveraged his NGO experience to coordinate with peace-building organizations and civil society, emphasizing effective communication.
Hem Rokaha: Offered skills in podcast creation, media, text writing, and video designing/editing.
Smithu Ghising: Committed to publishing all Peace Bhumi activities on her website, ensuring a dedicated category for the community.
Deepesh Thapa: Volunteered to manage content creation, writing, editing, and generating new ideas.
Peace Bhumi: A Community for Conflict-Sensitive Media Production
Peace Bhumi, a community of practice, aims to promote conflict sensitivity and peace-building initiatives through collaboration, dialogue, and knowledge sharing. Their core values, including peace and non-violence, conflict sensitivity, collaboration, inclusivity, and ethical practices, guide their efforts toward creating a positive impact and inspiring collective action.
As they plan their next strategic meeting, the Peace Bhumi members look forward to long-term activities, calendar planning, and potentially venturing into book publishing once a substantial collection of articles has been amassed. This passionate group is poised to make significant contributions to conflict-sensitive media and peace-building initiatives, fostering a world where mindful media plays a pivotal role in creating sustainable peace.
