IN the fight to eradicate domestic violence in Guyana, the American University of Peace Studies is donating G$10 million that will allow 200 persons across the country to participate in a six-month Training of Trainers Programme for the prevention of abuse and conflict in relationships, what they believe will lead to a significant decline in domestic violence.
Dr. Eton Simon, Chief Executive Officer of the American University of Peace Studies, stated that the programme is very comprehensive and it covers all aspects of transformation that any human being can embrace to bring about the shift in consciousness and train others to do the same. He believes that mind and consciousness are the root causes of our behaviour and having a new conscious awakening will bring us to the realisation of who we really are.
The six-month programme is designed to bring about that new conscious awakening that will assist participants in making better decisions. Dr. Eton shared that this will be done by conducting research and outreach programmes and studying the mind, as he believes that everything starts in the mind.
The American University of Peace Studies, a Higher Learning Life Skills Based Educational Institution, was established to promote Life Skills teachings to serve as a means to empower people in challenging situations to acquire knowledge, and to develop attitudes and skills, which support the adoption of healthy behaviours.
It was established in April 2002, and has attained status from the National Accreditation Council for operating an educational institution in Guyana under the provisions of the Accreditation Act of 2004.
The institution believes education is one of the key defences against conflict, violence, abnormal behaviour, HIV/AIDS and ethnic discrimination. A critical response to these challenging issues is to ensure access to compulsory Life Skills Based Education must be considered part of a quality education.
Its programmes serve as useful tools to assist humanity in making decisions and taking positive actions to change behaviours and environments to promote health and safety, and to create a more peaceful world.
Persons eligible for the scholarship grants are those 18 and above, who have the urge and the desire to make a difference in society. Interested persons can make contact with the university on 592 231-1284 on or before August 15, 2018, to indicate their interest in accessing the grants to participate in the training.
