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Celebrate International Day of Peace on September 21 with a renewed commitment to peace, understanding and respect! This day is celebrated every year around the world in an effort to promote non-violence, ceasefires and general goodwill. The day was first established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981, and has since become a yearly tradition for millions of people.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Establishes Day of Peace</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly declares the third Tuesday of September as International Day of Peace.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fixed Date Set</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN General Assembly unanimously votes to fix the date of International Day of Peace to September 21 annually.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Official Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first official International Day of Peace takes place on September 21, featuring various events worldwide promoting peace.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Peace Day Celebrates SDGs</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Day of Peace commemorates the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the 193 Member States of the UN.</div></.div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Shaping Peace Together</div><div class='timeline-text'>The theme for the International Day of Peace is 'Shaping Peace Together', aimed at fostering dialogue and collecting ideas in the face of the global pandemic.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with a local organization.</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find an organization dedicated to peace and volunteer your time and energy to helping them spread the message of peace. It can be anything from joining a protest, to organizing a fundraiser, or even just helping out with daily tasks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a peace walk.</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search for local events that are dedicated to bringing awareness to peace initiatives. Take part in peaceful marches, walks, and protests in honor of International Day of Peace.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a peace event.</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan an event with the goal of promoting peace. This can range from a peaceful gathering in your neighborhood park, to hosting an art show which celebrates peace and unity, or even donating goods or money to a local charity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share stories of hope.</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share inspiring stories about how individuals have made a difference in promoting understanding and peaceful resolution between nations or communities. You can share these stories on social media or create a blog post.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread love through acts of kindness.</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Perform random acts of kindness throughout the day such as holding the door open for someone, helping someone carry their groceries, or sending cards of encouragement. These small gestures can add up to make a big difference in fostering peace.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes global peace and understanding</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The International Day of Peace provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our shared commitment to peace and harmony. It reminds us that we are all part of a global community, and that peace is essential for our collective wellbeing. By coming together on this day, we can all take one step closer toward achieving world peace!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages dialogue between nations</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day is also an important reminder that it's possible for countries to cooperate even when they may have conflicting views or interests. Dialogue and cooperation - not violence - are the keys to achieving true global peace. This shows what can be accomplished when governments come together in good faith to find a solution.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It supports human rights</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Day of Peace has an important role in supporting the rights of individuals around the globe. By standing up for universal values such as freedom, equality, and justice, we can promote a world where every person is treated with dignity and respect.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Day is Associated with a Symbolic Peace Bell</h3><p class='facts-content'>At the United Nations headquarters in New York, a peace bell, cast from coins donated by children from all continents except Africa, is rung to officially start the International Day of Peace.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Minute of Silence Moment of Peace</h3><p class='facts-content'>Organized by Peace One Day charity, the 'Minute of Silence Moment of Peace' initiative invites everyone around the world to observe a minute of silence at noon in every time zone on September 21, creating a "peace wave" around the globe.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Peace Day Has its Own Flag</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Peace Flag, designed by peace activist Gerald Holtom in 1958, is commonly associated with Peace Day. The flag features a white circle symbolizing peace against a dark blue background.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Promotion of Positive Peace Reinforces Societal Structures</h3><p class='facts-content'>International Day of Peace doesn't only focus on the absence of conflict but also the presence of justice and equality. This concept, known as positive peace, works to design and reinforce structures that remove the causes of conflicts such as poverty and inequality.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Theme Changes Yearly</h3><p class='facts-content'>Every year, the UN assigns a different theme for International Day of Peace to bring focus to different aspects of peacebuilding. Past themes have revolved around climate change, democracy, peace education and human rights.</p></div></div>
International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21 every year. In 2024 International Day of Peace will occur on a Saturday.
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