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This work explores the theoretical foundations of power as it relates to nonviolence, analyzing how nonviolent strategies can effectively challenge and transform power structures. It examines concepts of power beyond coercion, emphasizing the agency of social movements and civil resistance in achieving political and social change without violence. In a world increasingly marked by social unrest and political polarization, understanding power through the lens of nonviolence is critical. The work informs contemporary peacebuilding initiatives, providing a theoretical framework that supports grassroots activism and community-led nonviolent resistance movements globally. An insightful theoretical contribution that deepens understanding of nonviolence and power, offering valuable perspectives for scholars and practitioners in peace and conflict studies. Strengths include its rigorous conceptual analysis and relevance to diverse nonviolent movements. The lack of ISBN and limited length may restrict its standalone use, but as part of the Oxford International Encyclopedia of Peace, it benefits from authoritative scholarship and academic rigor.