The Tanner Center


In a world wracked by hostility and violence, the Tanner Center is dedicated to providing University of Utah students and faculty with the inspiration and education needed to become advocates for peace, nonviolence, and human rights. The center seeks to provide avenues for the open discussion of important issues dividing the community, the nation, and the world.



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The Barbara L. & Norman C. Tanner Center for Nonviolent Human Rights Advocacy
Annual Forums


Each year year the Tanner Nonviolent Center proudly hosts a forum of specific interest in the area of peace, nonviolence and human rights. Forum events are held on the campus of the University of Utah, and sponsored by one or multiple departments on campus. The department(s) will provide faculty research, papers and symposia to be presented at the forums. In addition, experts in the field from universities across the U.S. and beyond will attend and present their research.

Please follow the links below for more information on past forums, including videos.

2009 ~ The Evolution of Human Aggression: Lessons for Today's Conflicts

2008 ~ Migration, Rights & Identities: Examining the Range of Local & Global Needs

2007 ~ Values & Violence: Intangible Aspects of Terrorism