Peace Education Programme Frequently Asked Questions

​What group or organisation would benefit from a Peace Education Programme workshop? 

Any group, organisation or individual involved in helping people take control of their lives. Including but not limited to:

• Civic & Government Groups
• Community Groups
• Corporations & Foundations
• Correctional Facilities
• Educational Facilities
• Healthcare and Wellness 
• Police & Law Enforcement
• Seniors
• Veterans

​Why would my group or organisation benefit from Peace Education?

• People are the heart of any enterprise. By developing and empowering people, the PEP can support organisations to enhance the well-being of their staff and/or service users, promote clarity in the delivery of shared purpose and smoother transition through change. 
• The PEP has been very positively endorsed by a range of organisations worldwide. 
• Evaluations of the course show “a tremendous improvement with regard to believing that feeling peace is a possibility."
• The PEP is offered free of charge - donations towards the cost of the materials are welcome but not required. Most costs are covered by donations from supporters around the world, who appreciate the positive message and wish to help.
• The PEP is easy to implement and includes clearly structured materials to support and strengthen the learning outcome of participants.
• Volunteers who appreciate the positive message of the PEP and have been briefed and versed in the programme can provide support if required - volunteers could include people who have completed the course themselves and want to support the programme. 

What would a Peace Education Programme offer people in my group or organisation?

The Peace Education Programme:

• Fosters self-esteem in the individual
• Creates a positive impact on one’s relationships with others
• Gives individuals a sense of self-worth
• Promotes wellbeing
• Promotes dignity
• Instills a sense of hope, clarity and understanding
• Promotes personal peace and contentment, regardless of changes in living conditions and circumstances

How do Peace Education Programmes work?

The Peace Education Programme invites attendees to listen, reflect and explore their inner resources: Peace, Appreciation, Inner Strength, Self-Awareness, Clarity, Understanding, Dignity, Choice, Hope, and Contentment. The programme also:

• Addresses the core of a human being - not what’s good/bad or what they might have done. It helps people discover the strengths they already have within and empowers them to make the most of their lives. 
• Encourages course attendees to think for themselves, to know the difference between belief and knowledge.
• Develops and encourages basic and universal human principles, such as equality, respect and dignity.
• Addresses the similarities in people, no matter what their particular issues may be and by discussing and reflecting on universal themes that everyone can relate to.

Do you have examples of Peace Education Programme success stories? 

Here are just a small sample of testimonials from people who have benefitted from attending the Peace Education Programme. More testimonials can be found in this course evaluation.

"I have attended 16 sessions. When I first attended the PEP class I was very confused and as I was leaving the room that first day I was still confused. But as I walked out through the door, I suddenly felt that this is all about feeling human.  What Prem has been teaching is a simple thing, that this is about our life. What he is telling us is that peace is inside us, peace is in me and I will be leaving this class after 16 sessions a happy man.  I say to you all, we have to let others know about this, talk to other people and let them know about this class." 

"Doubt has always niggled at me, and stops me going forward. Today I feel different, I know I can find my freedom and peace. I can stop doubting and start knowing. I realise that you are the angel you are waiting for - accept your existence. It’s plain and simple and understandable now." 
 
"PEP has helped me really appreciate my life regardless of my circumstances." 
 
“Every day we ignore the fact that we have the power to write our own story. I'm going to leave today with a more focused agenda to write my story day by day."

Where do Peace Education Programmes usually take place?

​Ideally a Peace Education Programme is presented to, or hosted by an organisation for its clients, students, members and/or staff. The hosting organisation is usually responsible for requesting the programme materials, providing space for the workshops as well as inviting and registering the participants. It also helps to have a host organisation that people can relate to. The Peace Education Programme always takes place in public spaces or via an online webinar, making it accessible to all.