Project scope
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Project management Community engagement International developmentSkills
strategic planning research methodologies peace and conflict studies peacebuilding program design comprehensive planning creativity innovation problem solving mentorshipThe Pono Pono Peace Initiative aims to establish an incubator program dedicated to nurturing innovative peacebuilding projects. The goal is to create a structured framework that supports individuals and teams in developing projects that promote peace and conflict resolution. The incubator will provide resources, mentorship, and a collaborative environment to foster creativity and effective problem-solving. The project involves researching existing incubator models, identifying best practices, and tailoring them to the specific needs of peacebuilding initiatives. The team will also develop a comprehensive plan outlining the program's structure, participant selection criteria, and evaluation metrics. This project offers learners the opportunity to apply their knowledge of program design, research methodologies, and strategic planning in a real-world context.
The deliverables for this project include a detailed report outlining the proposed incubator program structure, a set of best practices for peacebuilding project incubation, and a strategic plan for implementation. Additionally, the team will create a presentation summarizing their findings and recommendations. These deliverables will provide a clear roadmap for the Pono Pono Peace Initiative to launch and sustain its peacebuilding incubator program effectively.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
Supported causes
The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.
About the company
The Pono Pono Peace Initiative is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization registered in Hawaii. Our mission is to empower peacebuilding students by offering supplemental learning, internships, and career development opportunities tailored to the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision is to ensure that 80% of local peacebuilding students graduate with a clear path to graduate school or multiple job opportunities that value their unique training and skills.
Our values are:
- Student-Centric Approach: We prioritize our students' needs and aspirations, ensuring that our programs and initiatives are tailored to their individual development and career goals.
- Equity and Accessibility: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that removes barriers and provides equal opportunities for all peacebuilding students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.
- Collaborative Partnerships: We foster strong relationships with organizations, institutions, and industry leaders, both locally in Hawaii and across the Asia-Pacific and Oceania region, to expand the range of internships, training programs, and job opportunities available to our students.
- Continuous Improvement: We continuously evaluate and enhance our programs to ensure they remain relevant, effective, and aligned with the evolving needs of our students and the job market.
- Ethical Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity in all our dealings, serving as role models for our students and the community.
Our name comes from the Hawaiian word 'Pono' which means balance and righteousness. In Hawaiian when you put two words beside each other, their meaning is deepened or emphasized. Thus 'Pono Pono' extends Pono to a deeper level and reminds us that to have Pono Pono peace it is not enough to avoid conflict or do right; we need to do more to create peace! It is not enough to remove the weeds; we must plant the flowers and food of peace.
Pono Pono is a call to be a positive influence in the world wherever we are.