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About the
International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture
The
International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture,
Walenstadt, Switzerland, incorporates the Institute of
Psychology for Peace Research and Peace Education and the Psychology
Counselling and Research Institute for Sexuality, Marriage and the Family
(both founded in 1988). The Academy provides holistic training in education,
psychology, counselling and psychotherapy and offers continuing education
courses and seminars for laymen and professionals.
The
Academy offers expertise in conflict resolution as well as counselling and
therapeutic help for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and
the elderly and conducts peace projects for families, schools, institutions
and communities. A principle contribution of the Academy is in the sphere of
intercultural understanding and the challenge of creating a culture of
learning and peace.
The
Support Society of the Academy is an incorporated organization with the
purpose of furthering the work and goals of the Academy and has been granted
the status of non-profit organization.
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The Psychology of the
Capacity to Know and to Love
A new therapeutic and educational theory in
helping overcome violence and racism
The
Psychology of the Capacity to Know and to Love—which has been
developed in the Academy in over eighteen years of research—is based on a
well-defined model of the soul and the recognition that man is a being of
infinite positive potential, subject to education and training. The
Psychology of the Capacity to Know and to Love emphasises the basic
significance of the vital aspect of love in all fields of life and the
importance of strengthening human relationships and of developing the joy of
learning. It distinguishes numerous factors that contribute to triggering
destructive behaviour, all of which have one common source, the human ego
which is difficult to surmount,
and
offers
effective help in subordinating the ego. This approach emphasises unity in
diversity, human values and developing the ability to relate to others in a
spirit of friendship and service. Students of this theory—adults and
children alike—develop a positive and strong-spirited attitude towards
overcoming problems in a constructive way.
Assad Ghaemmaghami, founder and director of the International Academy
for Human Sciences and Culture, studied psychology and education at the
University of Zurich where he received his doctoral degree. He is a
psychotherapist and training analyst and is the founder of the Psychology of
the Capacity to Know and to Love.
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Logo
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The logo of the International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture
depicts the earth globe held aloft within an all encompassing and
protecting heart, which through the vision and hope of a child is
hoisted into the skies, symbolising the spirit and reality of Love.
The
meridians and parallels
represent a connective net of relationship
that embraces the globe, symbolising the reality of the world as one
in body and spirit.
The goal of the Academy is to promote the ability to think with love
and to love with intelligence, the capacity to relate to others
sincerely and to contribute to a society that is just and humane, in
order that the vision expressed in the logo increasingly becomes a
social reality and that we can, in the interest of the children of the
world, rise to meet the challenges of our times and establish an
environment of peace, security and friendship where to live, to learn
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Goals
The
goals of the International Academy and its supporting organisation, the
Support Society for the International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture
are
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character development
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improving professional skills
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helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and the elderly
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promoting intercultural cohabitation and cooperation, improving interaction,
communication and conflict resolution, overcoming aggression and violence
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prophylactic education—overcoming drugs and addiction
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education for peace—preventing and overcoming prejudice of any kind.
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Statement on behalf of
the International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture
For many years we have had insight into the
numerous activities of the International Academy for Human Sciences and
Culture, which with its scientific and humanitarian commitment in the region
has made a name for itself nationally and internationally. Also the
International Seminars of the Academy in cooperation with the Center for
International Development and Conflict Management of the University of
Maryland, USA are a significant contribution to our region – scientifically,
culturally and economically.
At the International Academy with its two Institutes – the Psychology
Institute for Peace Research and Peace Education and the Psychology
Counselling and Research Institute for Sexuality, Marriage and the Family –
many in search of counsel have been familiarised with the Psychology of the
Capacity to Know and to Love and have found in this theory effective ways to
develop personal and professional abilities. Numerous students from home and
abroad have acquired here a psychological and educational means of positive
action.
The humanitarian work of the Academy is furthered by two non-profit
organisations – the Support Society for the International Academy for Human
Sciences and Culture and the International Society for Justice, Human
Rights, Professional Honour and Honour of Office. These organisations are
dedicated to human rights and make an important contribution to integrity
and justice, and to a humane and peaceful society.
We are pleased that the Academy has its seat in Walenstadt and that the
professionally competent work of the director, Dr. Assad Ghaemmaghami, and
his co-workers is contributing to the advancement
of people everywhere. Their efforts have a positive impact in our region, in
our canton, in Switzerland and abroad.
Because the Academy – by the goals it strives for and realises – upholds
human dignity and human rights and because it furthers these in its
scientific and cultural programs, as well as through social projects, we
want to assure the International Academy for Human Sciences and Culture, by
this statement, of our full recognition and support and wish it further
success for its valuable work.
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Arnold Bühler
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Balz Manhart |
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Former Cantonal Representative |
President of the Region Sarganserland-Walensee |
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Mayor of Walenstadt |
Mayor of Quarten |
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Former President of the Cantonal Parliament of
St. Gallen |
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