US Ambassador to Israel, Dan Shapori, got on the court in Holon with PPI - Middle East's young Israeli and Palestinian leaders.
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01/29/2012
Belfast Media Group
Darryl Pettigrew is interviewed about PPI's presence in Northern Ireland, describing why basketball works in interface communities and the organization's American roots
01/27/2012
The 2nd MARS National Media Encounter – Cross-Production for Inclusive Coverage
PPI Fellow Adam Hirsch participated in an international conference entitled: “Media Against Racism in Sport” (MARS), co-organised by the CMFE (Community Media Forum in Europe) and the CCMC (Cyprus Community Media Centre) under the sponsorship of the EU's Counicl of Europe. As part of the conference, Adam paired up with Demetris Vroullides, a Greek-Cypriot studying sport journalism in college, to write an article about the media’s coverage of racism in sport in Cyprus. The article can be found on the MARS website along other articles produced during the conference.
06/01/2011
In The Paint
In “A Ball, A Hoop, and So Much More,” PPI Fellow Claire Perry explains how basketball has become a vehicle to break down barriers and change perceptions in South Africa.
03/16/2011
PR Newswire
Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton have set up a charitable gift fund for those who may very generously wish to donate to charity to help the couple celebrate their April wedding. Having been touched by the goodwill shown them since the announcement of their engagement, Prince William and Miss Middleton have asked that anyone who might wish to give them a wedding gift consider giving instead to a charitable fund.
01/21/2011
Devex
As part of its series highlighting the top "40-Under-40" Development Leaders in Washington, DC, Devex profiles Brendan Tuohey, PPI's Executive Director.
12/02/2010
Community Relations Council E-Bulletin
One of Northern Ireland's most respected community relations institutions spotlights PPI - NI.
10/14/2010
In the Paint
How one PPI coach uses basketball to make a difference on the divided island of Cyprus.
10/01/2010
Jerusalem Post
In a precedent-setting accomplishment, PeacePlayers Internationl - Middle East is entering four Jewish-Arab teams in the Israel National Basketball League.
07/29/2010
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Joe Starkey of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review explains why the Pitt Panthers made sure to schedule a visit with PPI in Northern Ireland when the team visited Belfast this summer.
07/07/2010
The Washington Post
Amir Abu Dalu grew up in the village of Beit Safafa in East Jerusalem, skipping school and causing trouble on the streets with his friends. And like the great majority of Palestinians, he rarely interacted with Israelis.
05/28/2010
Viewpoints, the Journal of the Middle East Institute
Julie Younes, a former Fellow with PPI in the Middle East, explains the program's approach to conflict transformation.
05/13/2010
From the Field
Northern Ireland’s three most prominent sporting bodies – Ulster Rugby, Ulster Council GAA, and Irish Football Association – teamed up with PeacePlayers International – Northern Ireland to launch “A Game of 3 Halves,” an initiative to introduce Belfast’s youngsters to all that each of the three sports has to offer.
04/22/2010
In the Paint
A former PeacePlayers International Fellow reflects on how the game helped make a difference in the arenas he taught, and how it helped him grow.
02/26/2010
Ashoka Peace
The peacebuilding blog of Ashoka, a global hub for social entrepreneurs, highlights PeacePlayers International and the organization's approach to bridging divides, developing leaders and changing perceptions.
PPI - Northern Ireland Selected for Big Lottery Fund Grant
02/11/2010
Belfast Telegraph
A £10,000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund will help support PPI - Northern Ireland's Primary School Twinning program.
01/13/2010
USAToday
USAToday's Reid Cherner looks at PPI's legacy worldwide.
12/23/2009
The Huffington Post
Legendary sports agent Arn Tellem explains why he counts PPI as one of his favorite causes.
12/07/2009
Street & Smith's SportsBusiness Journal
When Street & Smith's SportsBusiness Journal sat down with Ron Shapiro for their regular "What I Like" feature, he took a minute to single out PeacePlayers International.
01/01/2008
Chicago Tribune
Mai Abdo, an assistant principal and teacher in Jabal Mukabar, a Palestinian neighborhood of Jerusalem, had a dream for the teenage girls in her school that rankled some people in her religiously conservative community.
PeacePlayers International's mission is to unite, educate and inspire young people in divided communities through basketball.
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