Remembering Simon Fisher: Pioneer in Conflict Transformation
Simon Fisher obituary
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Simon Fisher, founder of Responding to Conflict, passed away at 77. He dedicated his life to training individuals globally in conflict transformation, fostering non-violent change. His impactful career included teaching in Southern Rhodesia and working with NGOs in Africa and Asia.
- 01Simon Fisher founded Responding to Conflict in 1992, focusing on conflict transformation and non-violent change.
- 02He taught in Southern Rhodesia and later worked with Quaker Peace & Service in Botswana against apartheid.
- 03Fisher served as Oxfam's country representative in Zaire, overseeing health and agriculture initiatives.
- 04He contributed to peace efforts in Zimbabwe and Cambodia, teaching and supporting local organizations.
- 05Fisher authored three books, including 'Working With Conflict' and 'Spirited Living'.
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Simon Fisher, who passed away at 77, was a notable figure in conflict transformation, founding Responding to Conflict in 1992. This initiative trained individuals worldwide to harness the energy of conflict for constructive change. Born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Fisher was educated in the UK, where he began his teaching career. His early experiences included teaching in Southern Rhodesia and working with Quaker Peace & Service in Botswana, advocating against apartheid. He later served as Oxfam's country representative in Zaire, focusing on health and agriculture. Fisher's work extended to Zimbabwe and Cambodia, where he provided training and strategic support to local organizations. He was also an author, writing three books that contributed to the field of conflict resolution. Fisher is remembered for his insightful and compassionate nature, leaving behind his wife Jane, four children, and seven grandchildren.
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Fisher's work in conflict transformation has influenced peace initiatives in various regions, particularly in Africa and Asia.
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