Barry University’s commitment to Social Justice calls us “to foster peace and non-violence, to strive for equality, to recognize the sacredness of Earth, and to engage in meaningful efforts toward social change.” Please join guest speakers and community members in a series of Peace Week activities.
CONSTITUTION DAY CELEBRATION
Tuesday, September 17
Celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution and learn how the protection of individual civil rights through this document is essential for promoting and protecting peace in a modern, diverse society.
- Leadership Lounge: Know your Constitutional Rights
3:00 – 4:30 pm | De Porres Center (Thompson 115) - Film Screening: The Central Park Five
7:00 – 10:00 pm | Thompson Atrium
Contact: leadership@barry.edu
INTERGROUP DIALOGUES: PREJUDICE REDUCTION AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION
Wednesday, September 18
12:00 – 2:00 pm | Powers Hall 132
Facilitator: Dr. Mitch Rosenwald
Sponsored by: The Center for Human Rights and Social Justice
Contact: crios@barry.edu
CONSCIOUS CARNIVAL
Wednesday, September 18
4:00 – 9:00 pm | Landon Courtyard
Align yourself. This consciousness connecting community event is an evening filled with music, interactive booths, vendors, and refreshments.
Contact: kkey@barry.edu
DESIRE FOR PEACE MEDITATION
Thursday, September 19
7:00 – 8:00 pm | Andreas 111
PEACE-IN
Friday, September 20
9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Andreas 112
The Peace-In is an annual event at Barry University to commemorate the UN’s International Day of Peace. It features a series of free workshops for students, faculty, staff, and community members focusing on better understanding various forms of violence and on the promotion of peace, justice, and human rights.
Contact: lfinley@barry.edu
PEACE-IN PICNIC
Friday, September 20
1:00 pm | Thompson Lawn
INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY
Saturday, September 21
7:45 am – 2:00 pm | Meet in Landon Events Room
Contribute to efforts to preserve South Florida’s coastal ecosystem by helping to clean up a park and its coastline on the world’s largest volunteer day for ocean health.
Contact: service@barry.edu
For more information about Peace Week, contact Mission Engagement at me@barry.edu or 305.899.3599.