a. Foster wide varieties of approaches to conflict resolution by sponsoring research, seminars, conferences, and other activities which may contribute to the fulfillment of the goals set forth in section 2 of this act;

b. Facilitate the collection of, and access to, the best available research relating to the understanding, analysis and techniques of conflict resolution; and

c. Take steps, through or in cooperation with public and private institutions of higher learning in the State, to develop courses and curricula in conflict resolution and peace studies, including a range of programs and study materials that will offer appropriate choices for use at all academic levels and for pupils of all age groups, so that the most advanced and most useful knowledge in this field shall be widely and effectively disseminated.

L.1984, c. 149, s. 4, eff. Sept. 8, 1984.