MISSION

The Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations carries on this vision in a specific mission, i.e. to train the students to provide instruction and expertise in peace building at a high-quality tertiary education level.

Rooted in the Christian faith of the vision of Hekima College from which it draws inspiration, the Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations commits itself to provide an ecumenical and inter-religious perspective to conflict management, resolution and Peace- building

Sharing in the heritage of Jesuit education, the Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations pursues its mission:

" through teaching, learning and research in International Relations, and by monitoring

conflict issues in Africa,

" by developing a database and a documentation centre on conflict management and

peace studies,

" By fostering conflict situations understanding through dialogue towards peace, in

specific conflict situations.

PHILOSOPHY

The Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations fulfils this mission with a vivid concern for all matters related to integral human, social, cultural and spiritual development within the Church and in the civil society. In line with the Jesuit tradition of education, it expects and demands academic excellence for its teachers and students in view of the leadership they are called to exercise for the well-being of each human being and for the building of a just human society. In wisdom we search for Truth, and with integrity and freedom we live by its Spirit.