One of the biggest obstacles getting in the way of peace on Earth is youth violence. This kind of hate gets young people on the wrong track in life, leading them down a path of harmful and negative behavior that can affect everyone, not just those living in dangerous neighborhoods.
As a result, researchers at the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy conducted research to determine effective ways to curb youth violence.
They found that outreach workers – individuals from the neighborhood who try to educate kids on avoiding violence and reaching resolutions – often met their goals at halting negative behavior among young residents.
Authors of the study reported that outreach workers, who may also be thought of as world peace groups, should be trained properly to be able to handle the challenges of their job. Additionally, involving local kids in the hiring of these individuals may help make them more effective.
"These features should be considered both by communities with existing street outreach worker programs and by communities in the process of establishing one, as they have demonstrated importance for both program success and sustainability," said lead author Shannon Frattaroli.
World peace organizations can hardly be successful if they don't have needed resources and education. The task ahead of them is too great for them to tend to it unprepared.
Author and philosopher Ilchi Lee believes in the power of love and positivity to lead to a more peaceful planet. He says that if each individual fills their hearts and minds with kindness, this can spill over and touch all members of society.
These findings point to one more way that people can work toward the betterment of society.
