| 1. |
To examine oral histories of people worldwide and other person-centered projects related to issues of truth and reconciliation. |
| 2. |
To explicate the significance of conducting oral history research in the context of Cyprus and preserving the narratives of people. |
| 3. |
To create a rich narrative archive of the stories of people in Cyprus regarding 1974 and the era before that. |
| 4. |
To provide understanding for the period 1974, as seen through the eyes and the unique lenses of people, that shaped the Cyprus story. |
| 5. |
To produce new, authentic and refined knowledge about the events of 1974 in Cyprus, as well as the events in 1960s. |
| 6. |
To combat all stereotypical points of view related to the events of 1974 and before that. |
| 7. |
To explore the authentication of human experience in this project and consider implications for other worldwide conflicts and truth and reconciliation efforts. |
| 8. |
To discuss the many implications of oral history in teaching and service learning, community activism and social justice, and research methodology. |
| 9. |
To make journal and book publications and conference announcements. |
| 10. |
To develop materials to be used within formal and informal education settings and professional development materials for teachers. |
| 11. |
To create a culture of oral history research and do such work throughout Cyprus, offering a seminar series on oral history. |
