U.S. and Latin American Leaders, Including Rev. Bernice King, Exchange Ideas at the Global Peace Conference

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The 4th Annual Global Peace Convention is a four-day summit engaging government and civil leaders in a collaborative exchange on the challenge of peace. The conference will consist of keynotes, plenary, workshops and panel discussions as well as business and networking training and workshop sessions.

Conference Theme:
Moral and Innovative Leadership: Building Healthy Families, Ethical Societies and a Global Culture of Peace.

WHEN: November 29 through December 2, 2012

WHERE: Convention headquarters: The Marriott Marquis Hotel, 265 Peachtree Center Ave, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Other sites include The Carter Center, 453 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30307; The King Center, 449 Auburn Ave, NE; Atlanta, GA 30312; and the Points of Light Headquarters, 600 Means Street; Suite 210; Atlanta, GA 30318.

WHO:
Convention Co-Hosts: GA Senator Emanuel Jones; Dr. Robert A Schuller Jr., Evangelist & Author.
Other Government Officials: GA Senator Jason Carter; Ambassador Oscar Alverez Araya (Costa Rica), Diplomat, Author, and Educator; Ambassador Rev. Elizabeth Ogbon-Day (Nigeria), Diplomat & Princess of Nigeria; Mayor Kasim Reed, Mayor, City of Atlanta. (Many other high-level governmental officials and
community leaders are participants in workshops and summit sessions throughout the convention.)

Forum Sessions and Topics:
• Thursday, November 29, 2012
o “Peace and Prosperity through Trade and Investment.” – The role of the private sector in poverty reduction, sustainable development and regional stability as catalysts for peace and prosperity. The forum will consider working partnerships with government and civil society - moving beyond donor status. The direct impact of international trade and investment in peace building will be highlighted.
o “Africa Perspectives and Opportunities” – Many people see Africa as the land of opportunity in the 21st Century. Rich in resources and anxious to leave behind post- colonial challenges to governance and stewardship, the nations of Africa are open for business. International and trans-tribal business networks are crucial in creating stability and unlocking the potential of the people of Africa.
o “Kurdistan/Iraq Perspectives and Opportunities” – The Kurdistan autonomous region of Northern Iraq is a remarkable example of stable, power-sharing government with an optimistic, capable and secure citizenry. Within the conflict ridden Middle East, private sector and PPP investment in the Kurdistan region reflect a clear example of the value of commerce in securing peace and stability. The region offers countless opportunities but remains hidden behind intense negative media from Iraq and its neighbors in Iran and Syria.

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Friday, November 30, 2012
o “Moral & Innovative Entrepreneurship: Making a Difference” Unleashing the energy and creativity of entrepreneurs to generate the fastest and most sustainable route from chaos and poverty to peace and prosperity.

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Saturday, December 1, 2012
o Trade and Investment: Opportunities and Shared Advantages in Latin America. – Considering the partnerships and possibilities of an enhanced hemispheric perspective on development. Investing in the neighborhood.
o “Next Steps – Global Peace Business Council” – The GPBC is a global network of business leaders who are committed to advancing peace and prosperity throughout the world transcending political, racial, religious and national barriers.

For more information on partnerships or participation in this transformational international Convention, visit www.globalpeaceconvention.org or contact the Convention office at info@globalpeace.org.