INVITATION

12 International Symposium on the

Contributions of Psychology to Peace Research
University of Cyprus, Nicosia,
June 6-11, 2011
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Theme: Divided Societies

You are cordially invited to participate in the 12th Symposium on the Contributions of
Psychology to Peace Research that will take place between June 6 and 11 2011 in
Nicosia, Cyprus. Your name is included in an invitation list of around 50 participants
proposed by the International Committee for the Psychological Study of Peace and the
local committee.
International Symposia on the Contributions of Psychology to Peace bring together invited
participants from around the world every other year. The twelfth biennial meeting will be
held in Nicosia, Cyprus and as the symposium theme emphasizes the challenges faced
by divided societies, participants are invited to address this theme as it relates to a wide
range of topics that bear on the psychology of peace, including particular areas of interest
and expertise.
The symposia enable scholars to present their current research in peace psychology.
Additionally they provide a platform for mutual exchange of ideas and experiences where
participants engage in intercultural dialogue aimed at reducing cultural bias and
ethnocentrism in research and practice in peace psychology. The goal is to bring forward
voices from cultures and situations that are typically not included in peace discourses and
to build an international community that promotes peace-related research and action.
We are very excited to plan a week full of presentations, exchanges, dialogues, cultural
forums and recreational interludes. We hope you will join us. In the event that you know
you will be unable to attend, notification of this to my email below would be greatly
appreciated so that we may offer your spot to another colleague.
Hoping to see you in Cyprus this coming June,
With best wishes,

Stelios N. Georgiou, Local Site Coordinator,

Professor of Educational Psychology,
University of Cyprus

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INSTITUTIONAL SPONSORS AND SETTING
The Committee for the Psychological Study of Peace, currently chaired by Dan Christie
(U.S.), consists of Diane Bretherton, Previous Chair (Australia), Ruben Ardila (Colombia);
Andrew Dawes (South Africa); Janel Gauthier (Canada); Solveig Hagglund (Sweden);
Takehito Ito (Japan); Cristina Montiel (Philippines); Ann Sanson (Australia); and Michael
Wessells (U.S.). Morton Deutsch (U.S.), and Klaus Boehnke (Germany) are the Senior
Advisers for the Committee.
SYMPOSIUM FORMAT
The main theme for the 2011 symposium will be Divided Societies. Relating this theme
to topics such as protracted conflict, mutual suspicion, development of enemy images,
confidence building measures, children and peace, post-war reconstruction, peace
education, social justice, sustainable development, nonviolence, and other topics
traditionally associated with peace psychology are welcome. Participants will be
presenting a 10 to 15 minute paper on peace psychology, which may be related to any
empirical/theoretical work or action project in which you are involved. In addition to paper
presentations, the conference will include several forums for dialogue among participants
to create greater opportunity for exchange of ideas. There will also be a strong cultural
program and an opportunity to engage with local partners and organizations.
Tentative program
Sunday, June 5
Arrival day. Registration and Welcome.
Monday June 6
9.00 Opening Ceremonies
9.30-10.30 Keynote address
10.30-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.30 Paper presentations
12:30 1:30 Lunch
2:00 4:00 Paper presentations
4:00 5:00 Dialogue
8.00 Dinner
Tuesday June 7
9.30-10.30 Keynote address
10.30-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.30 Paper presentations
12:30 1:30 Lunch
2:00 4:00 Paper presentations
4:00 5:00 Dialogue
8.00 Dinner
Wednesday June 8
9.30-10.30 Keynote address
10.30-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.30 Paper presentations
2:00 5:00 Excursion/Related Activities
8.00 Dinner

Thursday June 9
9.30-10.30 Keynote address
10.30-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.30 Paper presentations
12:30 1:30 Lunch
2:00 5:00 Excursion/Related Activities
8.00 Dinner
Friday June 10
9.30-10.30 Keynote address
10.30-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.30 Paper presentations
12:30 1:30 Lunch
2:00 5:00 Round Table discussion
8.00 Dinner
Saturday June 11
Excursion/Farewell Dinner
Sunday June 12
Departure day.

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LOCATION, FACILITIES AND COST
The symposium, including key note addresses and paper presentations, will be held at the
main campus of the University of Cyprus in Nicosia, but some activities will take place in
Larnaka (about 30 minutes drive). Accommodation will also be in a pleasant area by the
Larnaka beach front. In June, the climate in the Mediterranean area is typically warm
(between 30-35 degrees Celsius) and comfortable. During the day you may be able to
swim and sun bath, even though in the evening you may need a light jacket.
ACCOMMODATION
Participants may prioritize their resources depending on personal criteria. Therefore,
instead of charging everybody the same amount for accommodation, the Local committee
has decided to offer a variety of choices in hotels (from 2 to 4 stars), all of which are in
walking distance from each other. Reservations can be made directly with the hotels.
More information will be sent later to those who will express an initial interest in attending
the symposium.
Registration fee
Arrangements have been made for a conference package including all meals, traveling on
the island, cultural excursions and conference activities (but excluding accommodation).
The conference registration fee is 170 euro.
Payment
Participants can pay either by VISA or MASTERCARD (see attached Form).
Letter of invitation
If you need a formal letter of invitation, please send a request to:
Panayiotis Stavrinides (stavrini@ucy.ac.cy).
Travel arrangements
Cyprus is really beautiful in June! In addition to your participation to the symposia and
your involvement in a variety of gratifying professional activities, you may choose to take
advantage of your presence in this crossroad between three Continents (Europe, Asia and
Africa) and plan your time accordingly. There are plenty of opportunities on the island for
sight seeing, leisure and recreation.
Come to Larnaka International Airport. Take a taxi or shuttle to your hotel. Directions will
be given later.
Funding possibilities
The symposium organizers are keenly aware of the financial limitations of some of our
outstanding scholars around the world, which does not make it always possible for them to
participate. The symposium organizers are working hard on raising money for this event
and hopefully we are able to completely or partly support about five participants to attend

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the symposium. If you need financial support, please send an application with details
concerning your situation (employment or study situation, travel costs and other relevant
information) to the Local Site Coordinator.
Expressing an interest - Deadline
Those who will express an interest to participate by December 31, 2010 (no obligation)
will receive further information. Please do so by sending an e-message to the Site
Coordinator or the Symposium Secretary. Advanced notice of the number of possible
participants will help us organize the Symposium better.
Registration Deadline
To guarantee a place in the Symposium, the non-refundable Registration fee should be
paid by January 31, 2011.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE AND CONTACT PERSONS

Stelios N. Georgiou, Local Site Coordinator (stege@ucy.ac.cy)
Kyriaki Fousiani, Symposium Secretary (fousiani.kyriaki@ucy.ac.cy
Charis Psaltis, Chair of the Local Committee (cpsaltis@ucy.ac.cy)
Panayiotis Stavrinides, Vice Chair of the Local Committee (stavrini@ucy.ac.cy)
Members of the Local Committee:
Giorgos Philippou
Annita Zapiti
Mail address:
University of Cyprus,
Department of Psychology,
Kallipoleos 65
Nicosia 1678
Fax +357 2289 2071

REGISTRATION FORM
The 12th International Symposium
on the Contributions of Psychology to Peace Research
June 6-11, 2011
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Title of paper presentation:

Abstract details
The abstract should not exceed 250 words and include:
Name, institution and e-mail address of the author
Title of paper
Indication of sub theme if relevant
Conference Theme: Divided Societies
The deadline for submission of abstracts is March 15 2011. Abstract must be sent
electronically, pasted into the text of a message or attached (use MS-Word) via e-mail to
the Local Site Coordinator or to any other member of the Organizing committee.

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FORM FOR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION PAYMENT
Fees
Registration fees should be paid in EURO.
Registration fees
Before January 31
January 31 March 15
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After March 15

170 euro
180 euro
190 euro

Provided that there are openings

Provided that there are openings

Payment
Payment should be made by credit card (Visa or Master Card) or by invoice.
If you wish to pay by invoice, please circle above and we will send an invoice via mail.
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If you pay by invoice, you can also send your registration form via e-mail.
We will send you a confirmation via e-mail.