Blog Archives: January, 2023
Expanding Genocide to Include Gender
Content Warning: contains discussion of rape and sexual assault By: Ellen Kiernan Did you know that gender is not currently included in the definition of genocide? According to the United […]
Published on January 3, 2023Peace Development Fund stands in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community after the tragedy in Colorado Springs
We at Peace Development Fund are saddened and angered by the hate-motivated tragedy in Colorado Springs over the weekend. Incidents like this reverberate across communities and have lasting impacts on the queer […]
Published on November 21, 2022Peace Development Fund Adds Two Team Members in Amherst, Business West
AMHERST — The Peace Development Fund announced the addition of two new foundation associates, Sophia Trifone and Sonya Epstein, in its Amherst office. Trifone will oversee the organization’s communication work, including […]
Published on November 4, 2022Peace Development Fund awards $35K to youth-oriented organizations, Hampshire Gazette
AMHERST — Through the newly established Braiding New Worlds Fund, the Peace Development Fund awarded grants ranging from $3,500 to $6,500 to seven youth-led organizations across the country. The mission […]
Published on November 4, 2022“Indigenous Peoples Day”: A Positive Step Towards Indigenous Justice
Danica Dignan On the long weekend of October 10th, many people who were given the day off of work spent time traveling, catching up with friends and family, or relaxing […]
Published on October 24, 2022
