Dignity

Donna Hicks, Ph.D., is an associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, Harvard University. During nearly three decades in the field of international conflict resolution, she has facilitated dialogue between communities in conflict all over the world and has worked as a consultant to corporations and organizations, applying the dignity model. She is also the author of Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture That Brings Out the Best in People.

“By helping individuals and groups understand the power of dignity and to learn how to make it a way of life, this book serves as a field guide to the peace we want: peace within us, peace in our relationships, and peace in the safer and more humane world we all wish for.”—Montreal Review“In this well-organized, thoughtful book, Hicks presents a fascinating look at dignity—a birthright and the baseline for positive human interaction. . . . With its accessible tone, pithy observations and lessons, and Hicks’s argument that the ‘quest for dignity is as common in the boardroom as in the bedroom,’ this book is a must-read for all.”—Publishers Weekly“Donna Hicks does not disappoint. . . . Dignity: so complex yet so simple. A thoroughly recommended read for all.”—Ewa Kremplewska, The PsychologistRunner-up in General Non-Fiction, 2011 New England Book FestivalWinner of the 2012 Educator’s Award, given by the Delta Kappa Gamma Society InternationalShortlisted for the 2011 Zócalo Public Square Book Prize2013 Book of the Year, Colorado Conflict Center“This book is a must read for those who want to experience peace in their everyday lives and peace in the world around them. . . . If you want peace, be sure everyone’s dignity is intact.”—Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu“Original, soundly grounded in scholarship, and extremely important and timely!”—Evelin Lindner, founding president, Human Dignity and Humiliation Studies“No single factor is more critical, yet more neglected, in the successful resolution of conflicts than basic human dignity. In this insightful, wise, and practical book, illustrated by powerful examples, Donna Hicks explains why dignity is so important and what we can do about it. Highly recommended!”—William Ury, coauthor of Getting to Yes and author of The Third Side“This book offers readers insightful observations, vivid illustrations, and practical strategies for anyone who wants to live a life that upholds and promotes the dignity of all people.”—Linda M. Hartling, director, Human Dignity and Humiliation Studies“With lucid and persuasive scholarship, Donna Hicks discusses a topic relevant for everyone: the desire to be treated well. Dignity is a must-read.”—G. A. Bradshaw, The Kerulos Center and author of Elephants on the Edge: What Animals Teach Us about Humanity