From UN Secretary-General António Guterres:
On 21 September, the world marks the International Day of Peace.
Today, amidst staggering volatility, the search for peace feels overwhelming—but it has never been more urgent.
Peace is more than the absence of war; it is the foundation necessary to collectively tackle humanity’s challenges. It is the lived experience of safety, dignity, opportunities and cooperation in our daily lives.
Under the theme Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day, this year’s International Day of Peace honours the 'everyday architects of peace'—people driving local action, laying the groundwork for stability, and building a lasting peace from the ground up.
Remember, peace isn’t just built in conference rooms—it is shaped by everyone, everywhere, every day.
Everyone, everywhere can do their part for peace. Take one small step for peace every day:
- Give your time to help someone else.
- Lend your voice to drive positive change.
- Host a Peace Circle - an intergenerational youth-led conversation on solutions.
- Use your platform to promote a cause or tell a story of peace and hope
Rev. Deborah Moldow, Director of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle, served for 20 years on the IDP NGO Committee while representing the prayer "May Peace Prevail on Earth" at the United Nations:
Emmanuel Jal, South Sudanese rapper, singer, actor, and former child soldier shared his message for Peace Day: