https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05 Please add your ideas to the Padlet. en-us 2022-01-24 00:57:44 UTC 2023-05-30 23:01:47 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2380434191 They are becoming more polarized where I live. A young peacebuilder could try and build a community between the two different sides.]]> 2022-11-11 16:56:06 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2380434191 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2396057874 Yes, polarization is happening around me. Young peacebuilders can allow people to voice their opinion without divisions being created]]> 2022-11-23 22:30:05 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2396057874 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2405382733 Yes, there is polarization all around me. Young peacemakers can encourage individuals to express their opinions without dividing people.]]> 2022-12-01 16:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2405382733 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2409379997 It is very polarized. As a young peace builder I can ensure I know all information before making a decision or talking about things.]]> 2022-12-05 16:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2409379997 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2414750994 2022-12-08 18:59:11 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2414750994 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2415954400 Political views are becoming increasingly polarized as many people believe there are only two sides to politics and you must be one or the other.]]> 2022-12-09 18:53:40 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2415954400 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2416226040 It is very polarized and I can make sure I have correct information then voice my opinion]]> 2022-12-10 05:34:57 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2416226040 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2419933020 They are becoming very polarized. We can do our research and productively interact with people who have different opinions. ]]> 2022-12-14 01:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2419933020 otague https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2421901443 I think yes, because people argue about a lot of different things, political or not, and instead of finding a solution to please both parties, there will be 2 groups made instead. ]]> 2022-12-15 14:26:19 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2421901443 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2430074219 I think that political differences are becoming more polarizing. I think social media adds to this, as it can sometimes spread misinformation and cause people to feel more strongly towards their idea.

As young peacebuilders, I think we should be able to have respectful conversations, listen, and take in other peoples' pespectives.]]> 2022-12-29 00:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2430074219 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2437738325 I think they are becoming more polarized because if someone is liberal, conservatives will discriminate and vice versa. It could be with other things as well; it doesn't have to be something political because I think some people argue about opinions to polarize themselves from others.]]> 2023-01-09 13:21:49 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2437738325 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2444966186 People have become so glued to their opinions and political parties that we have stopped listening to each other entirely and have abandoned the format of claim, evidence, reasoning. It is often assumed that if you support one person in a political party you automatically support their whole entire political party and all of their political beliefs. Even though you might only support some of their political beliefs and not support the others.]]> 2023-01-15 21:53:40 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2444966186 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2449747279 Yes, political views around me are becoming more polarized because of social pressures that make it seem that you can only choose one side. As young peacebuilders we can promote the idea of drawing from multiple sources to get perspective and that different views should be allowed to be heard.]]> 2023-01-19 13:04:00 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2449747279 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2449889420 Yes, because everyone becomes so attached to what the believe in. They would do anything in their power to stay with that opinion, whether it means that they lose something special. 
Young peacebuilders could do something where if either party would win, it wouldn't be a huge loss for the opposing party.]]> 2023-01-19 14:45:27 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2449889420 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2461342541 Political views are very polarized, some people believe that you have to choose one side or the other. I believe that politics can divide others if not done right. ]]> 2023-01-30 13:09:36 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2461342541 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2461776526 Political views are very polarized. No matter where I am its you have ton pick one side or the other. If you choose in between you are criticized for it No matter what side you choose you are criticized for it. What I think that we can do is not fall into peer pressure and make our own opinions ]]> 2023-01-30 17:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2461776526 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2464784853 Politics are polarized because most sides believe that they are the only right and others are wrong

]]> 2023-02-01 15:46:06 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2464784853 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2465249877 Yes they are becoming more polarized because especially with the older generations its hard for them to see the other side if they have been believing something for so long. I also think social media plays an important role in the increasing polarization. ]]> 2023-02-01 21:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2465249877 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2466777743 People seem to be fixated on political views and are not open to other views no matter the cost whether it be ethical or moral compromise. They tend to base their political views off wrongful ideas as well such as bringing things like race and religious beliefs into the picture ]]> 2023-02-02 21:12:39 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2466777743 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467621160 My high school is very split between political stances. Each side doesn't really like to be open minded.]]> 2023-02-03 14:13:06 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467621160 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467654996 Not really, I wouldn't say my community is politically divided. Rarely do political debates occur, but when they do, they're less of debates and more of tossing around jokes equally.]]> 2023-02-03 14:36:05 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467654996 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467818763 no one is really open minded about their and other peoples opinions. ]]> 2023-02-03 16:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467818763 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467895452 politics seem to be your this or your that theirs no middle ground]]> 2023-02-03 17:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2467895452 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2468392629 Politics is dividing society but, I think young peace builders can make healthy debates based on different political beliefs and understand both sides. ]]> 2023-02-04 11:34:00 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2468392629 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2475204539 yes, and we are becoming very quick to judge others based on stereotypes about people who support certain political parties. ]]> 2023-02-09 15:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2475204539 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2488820168 Absolutely, political views are becoming more polarized. Most people have an opinion and they are absolutely unwilling to listen to someone of an opposing view. The real problem I'm seeing is that people are basing their views on false information and fake news. I don't see an easy way to end this, other than having a trusted press again with a non-biased reporting of facts.]]> 2023-02-20 19:29:27 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2488820168 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2492051664 I believe the views are becoming more polarized as different individuals have various point of views and perspectives towards politics due to the social hierarchy that is distinguished amongst individuals in a community, the varying levels of education completed, the cultural factors implemented with various political parties and structural implications interlinked with social hierarchy as the lower class people have an established opinion in which higher, politically-inclined/associated personnel view them as inferior, hence this develops opposing views on politics in society. By implementing, communal meetings or educational programmes can result in probably deviation in opposing views.]]> 2023-02-23 04:10:43 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2492051664 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2492930107 Political views are becoming very important and life defining. Its as if your political view decides who you can be friends with and who you can speak to in lots of cases]]> 2023-02-23 17:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2492930107 aotte15 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2495513126 We base our lives around our political views, and this leads us to have lots of bias, and prejudice against people who side with other political parties]]> 2023-02-26 21:07:12 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2495513126 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2496383826 They are becoming much more important and impactful especially among younger groups ]]> 2023-02-27 13:54:07 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2496383826 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2503277321 I think political views are becoming more impactful and I see a lot of people stand up for these views even more. People are really able to see the wrong and the biases in these ideals.]]> 2023-03-04 03:53:56 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2503277321 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2537191568 young peacebuilder can cahnge the trend by useing socal media marketing ]]> 2023-03-29 18:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2537191568 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2538485686 Social media is a big thing for young peace builders that can change other people's views.]]> 2023-03-30 14:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2538485686 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2540010243 social media is a big thing with this.]]> 2023-03-31 15:06:44 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2540010243 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2541292511 Political views are definitely becoming more polarized, but as young people we can have genuine conversations with each other and with older people and open minds to break that trend.]]> 2023-04-02 18:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2541292511 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2542990811 I believe that or political views are getting polarized nowadays as when there are more events happening throughout the world, there will be more polarization and division. However, I believe that young peacemakers can make a difference as they can use social media and their influence to produce unbiased new sources and opinions in a respectful and let the viewer decided whether to agree or disagree with them. ]]> 2023-04-04 01:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2542990811 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2546544492 I would say no, not necessarily. My home environment and let alone town I live in is pretty liberal, therefore conflict and opposing opinions on political matters are not that much significant. ]]> 2023-04-06 18:32:17 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2546544492 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2546783427 I feel political view are becoming more extreme where we forget about the nuance. Listening can definitely help us better understand polar opposite views. ]]> 2023-04-07 01:42:10 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2546783427 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547440821 They are and we can change that by bringing in new insights ]]> 2023-04-08 01:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547440821 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547469873 Political views around me do seem indeed to become more polarized. I think one thing we can do to combat this polarization is to increase awareness of what confirmation bias is and how we can combat it. We can also educate others to become more compassionate and empathetic, and teach others to see from another person's worldview. ]]> 2023-04-08 03:31:57 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547469873 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547787783 Political views are definitely becoming more polarized. To stop this I think people should expose themselves to different opinions without being immidiatley dismissive. ]]> 2023-04-09 01:19:38 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547787783 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547844735 Political views are becoming more polarized, as less people are in a middle ground now than before. To combat this, it is important to consider different perspectives and how your own beliefs fit into what you hear.]]> 2023-04-09 05:16:52 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547844735 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547950276 Political views are becoming more polarized. To combat this, I believe people should be encouraged to do research and debate with each other, respectfully.]]> 2023-04-09 12:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2547950276 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2548844383 Political views are starting to become the main point of conflict with differing views causing conflict. ]]> 2023-04-10 14:08:59 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2548844383 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2549585751 Political views are indeed becoming more polarized, particularly due to the wide use of the media in expressing political views. Severe polarization will eventually make democracy vulnerable, and should in some way be maintained or combatted. 

- LGHC]]> 2023-04-11 03:28:58 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2549585751 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2553706613 Yes they are]]> 2023-04-13 21:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2553706613 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555131522 Political views are becoming more polarized because of how others respect people's opinions on specific events and how people explain those events. Young peace builders can come together and talk about how these people explain those events.]]> 2023-04-15 03:35:54 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555131522 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555474518 Yes, recently political views have felt more polarized. As a peace builder, one can see both sides and find compromise and. middle ground]]> 2023-04-15 21:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555474518 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555534829 Political beliefs are becoming increasingly more polarized. By looking at both sides and distinguishing the difference between needs and wants, opinions and facts, we can break down the separation that divides us.]]> 2023-04-16 01:42:08 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555534829 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555536261 Political views are definitely becoming more polarized. As young peacebuilders, we can look at the facts and listen to the different perspectives of the issue at hand. ]]> 2023-04-16 01:48:10 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2555536261 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2561798395 I believe that political views are becoming more polarized in part due to the internet. While this is not one group or one side, I think that, societally, we have to begin to find better ways to interact than insulatory social communication and anger.]]> 2023-04-20 12:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2561798395 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2564240631 2023-04-22 14:27:10 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2564240631 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2564254815 I think political views are becoming more polarized because many paint out the opposing party to be all bad. Youth Peacebuilders can try to help others embrace the nuance.]]> 2023-04-22 15:05:00 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2564254815 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2569203915 It has always been especially polarised in my country, ever since I actually was able to understand what politics was. Truth, honour and discipline is something that os crucial to involve in all communitcations with the citizens of a country.]]> 2023-04-26 18:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2569203915 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2572553244 It has been increasingly polarised since recent times due to growing tensions economically and socially.]]> 2023-04-29 14:13:04 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2572553244 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2573051465 I think they are people either avoid talking about politics or get heated when they do]]> 2023-04-30 17:49:17 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2573051465 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2575108404 definitely more polarized. differing political views can now end long-lasting relationships.]]> 2023-05-02 12:24:12 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2575108404 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2580644404 Most definitely they have. Productive dialogues between groups is needed, in order to create understanding. Adamacy and fixedness cannot stay around if less tensions between groups is to become reality.]]> 2023-05-07 04:58:04 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2580644404 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2584449748 2023-05-09 22:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2584449748 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2590139928 I think they are becoming more polarized due to the media. To combat this, I think there needs to be more awareness about what is truly going on in the world.]]> 2023-05-14 16:34:23 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2590139928 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2598455110 Yes, they are much more polarized because now there is more interconnectedness and more to discuss, in more opinionated settings.]]> 2023-05-20 17:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2598455110 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2608167858 I do believe that political views are becoming more polarized. I believe that we should be able to use our communication, conflict resolution, and collaberation skills correctly to help prevent polarization from escalating.]]> 2023-05-29 19:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2608167858 https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2609650080 2023-05-30 23:01:44 UTC https://padlet.com/YouthPeaceAction/a2hjlw6zdcddzv05/wish/2609650080