Peace English Club Burundi

08/03/2026

🌍 Peace English Club: Reflections on Our Shared Future 🕊️
Today, our club watched and discussed the compelling TEDx talk by Brian Toon: "I've studied nuclear war for 35 years — you should be worried."

In his presentation, Toon draws a chilling parallel between the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs and the potential impact of a nuclear conflict. The key difference? An asteroid is fate, but a nuclear war would be our own doing.

Key Takeaways from the Talk:

The Hidden Danger: Most military plans only focus on the immediate blast. However, the "collateral" effects—massive fires in cities—would send enough smoke into the atmosphere to block the sun for years.

Nuclear Winter: Even a "small" regional conflict could trigger a global nuclear winter, causing temperatures to plunge and lead to a global famine that could threaten 90% of the world's population.

No One is Safe: This isn't just a problem for nuclear-armed nations. The environmental consequences would ignore borders, affecting every person on the planet.

Our Discussion:
Watching this made us realize that peace is not just the absence of war; it is the active protection of our global environment and future. We discussed how awareness and political action—like the 2017 UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons—are essential steps toward keeping the promise of a nuclear-free world.

As Toon reminds us, we must wake up before we "sleepwalk into a nuclear disaster." Let’s continue to use our voices and our English skills to advocate for a safer, more peaceful world.



Watch the full talk here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7hOpT0lPGI

Burundi For World Beyond War
William M. Timpson

04/03/2026

04/03/2026

Building Peace Through Potential and Prosperity 🕊️✨

At the Peace English Club, we believe that mastering a language is just the beginning. To build a peaceful society, we must first empower the individual.

In our latest session at the American Corner Ngozi, we explored the depths of human potential. Our members shared moving stories of overcoming hardship, reminding us all that even in the darkest moments, hope is a bridge to a solution.

Why does this matter for Peace?
Conflict often stems from a sense of hopelessness or the pressures of poverty. That is why we don’t just talk—we strategize. Our dedicated member and businessman, Augustin, shared vital lessons on entrepreneurship:

Start Small: You don’t need a fortune to begin; you need a strategy.

The Power of Savings: Financial independence is the first step toward stability.

Push Your Limits: As David Goggins says, most of us only use 40% of our capability. Imagine what we can achieve for our community if we unlock the other 60%!

When we empower entrepreneurs, we fight poverty. When we fight poverty, we preserve peace.

Université de Ngozi
U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi
William M. Timpson

15/02/2026

15/02/2026

🕊️ Peace English Club – Learning English in a joyful and supportive environment

Today, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, participants of the Peace English Club discussed a topic about self-introduction. They talked about their lives, what they like, their hobbies, and the challenges they face.

Other participants used the opportunity to ask questions, learn from each other, and get inspired. At some moments, new topics naturally emerged and participants explored them for a while, making the session even more engaging.

✨ It was a very interesting and fun session.
Participants practiced English while enjoying themselves in a positive, friendly, and motivating atmosphere.

📅 Join us for the next sessions and keep improving your English with confidence!

U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi
Université de Ngozi
Université de NgoziBurundi For World Beyond War

23/06/2025

🕊️ Peace English Club – Learning English Through Meaningful Conversations 📚

In the Peace English Club, we believe that learning English is more impactful when it’s connected to real-life topics that matter.

📅 Every Sunday | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Yesterday’s session was all about sharing short personal stories and asking meaningful questions. From love and politics to entrepreneurship, participants opened up and inspired each other through real, honest experiences — all while improving their English skills.

It was more than just a language lesson. It was a moment of connection, growth, and peacebuilding.

📍 Join us next Sunday and be part of this inspiring journey of language and life!

Burundi For World Beyond War
William M. Timpson
Burundi For World Beyond War

01/06/2025

🌿 Peace & English: A Perfect Match!
During today’s Peace English Club session at the American Corner Ngozi, we beautifully combined peace education with English language learning—and the result was inspiring!

We began with self-introductions, where participants shared personal stories and dreams. One touching moment came from a participant who explained the meaning behind his nickname “L’Africain.” As a poet, he described how this name reflects his deep pride in his African identity and serves as a source of inspiration.

Then came vocabulary sharing! Words like resilience, social cohesion, and tolerance sparked engaging discussions. Participants explored not only their definitions but also how these values play a vital role in peacebuilding and community reconciliation.

The main topic of the day—“How to make peace with yourself”—led to a meaningful brainstorming session. Together, we explored ideas such as: Accepting oneself, letting go of the past, building positive habits, being kind and social, avoiding comparisons, forgiving yourself and others, meditating before reacting, being honest and embracing emotions, etc.

“Understanding that making mistakes is human” was one of the powerful insights that emerged from the discussion.

The session wrapped up with a fun and educational grammar activity on the simple past tense of regular and irregular verbs, followed by a game that had everyone participating and smiling!

Through these sessions, we empower youth to grow in language skills while becoming active agents of peace in their communities.
Let’s keep learning, sharing, and building peace—one word at a time. 🕊️

U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi
Université de Ngozi
William M. Timpson

25/05/2025

Hello dear friends! 👋
Just a reminder to join us today at 4:00 PM at the American Corner Ngozi for the Peace English Club session! 🌍🕊

We’ll be discussing:
"Promoting Fact-Checking Initiatives to Combat Misinformation and Disinformation During the Election Period." 🗳🔍

Come share your thoughts, learn new vocabulary, and practice English in a meaningful way!
📢 Everyone is welcome — feel free to invite others!

See you there in an hour!

U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi
Université de Ngozi
Burundi For World Beyond War
NewGen Peacebuilders