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Get ready to spread love, kindness and positivity as we celebrate National Peace Consciousness Month throughout the entire month of September! This holiday was first established in 1986 by then-President Corazon Aquino in the Philippines to promote peace and unity among all citizens. It's a time for reflection, forgiveness, and coming together to create a more peaceful world. Whether it's through acts of charity, random acts of kindness, or simply spreading positive energy, there are many ways you can participate in this important month-long celebration. So let's join forces and make the world a better place, one small act at a time!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beginning of Peace Consciousness Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>Philippine President Corazon Aquino inaugurates National Peace Consciousness Month to foster peace and unity amongst Filipinos.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition by Amnesty International</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amnesty International, a human-rights organization, officially recognizes National Peace Consciousness Month as part of their action plan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Acknowledgement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations adopts National Peace Consciousness Month as an integral part of its programs for peacebuilding and conflict resolution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Youth Participation Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>Schools globally embark on programs encouraging youth participation in National Peace Consciousness Month; increasing awareness about peace efforts.</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'>Digital Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The rise of social media aids the spread of National Peace Consciousness Month, enabling people worldwide to get involved digitally.</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'>Meditate for peace</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set aside time each day to meditate on peace, whether it's through guided meditation, prayer, or simply quiet reflection. Focusing on inner peace can help spread peace to those around you.</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'>Host a peace-themed movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and family and watch movies that promote peace and understanding. Some ideas include "Gandhi," "Selma," or "The Pursuit of Happyness." Discuss the messages of the films afterwards and how they relate to peace consciousness.</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'>Participate in a volunteer project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local organization that works towards promoting peace and volunteer your time and skills. This could be a community garden, a homeless shelter, or a non-profit focused on conflict resolution.</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'>Attend a peace rally or march</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join in on a peaceful protest or march to show your support for peace and non-violent solutions. This is also a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and spread awareness about peace consciousness.</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'>Write letters advocating for peace</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write letters to your local government representatives or even world leaders, expressing your desire for peace and urging them to take action towards promoting it. Your words can make a difference.</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'>Promotes unity and understanding</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Peace Consciousness Month encourages individuals and communities to come together in the pursuit of peace. It brings people from different backgrounds and beliefs together, promoting understanding and empathy for one another.</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'>Raises awareness about current conflicts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This month is also a time to raise awareness about ongoing conflicts and tensions around the world. By bringing attention to these issues, it allows for open discussions and potential solutions to be explored.</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'>Encourages peaceful resolutions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The main purpose of National Peace Consciousness Month is to promote peace and encourage non-violent resolution of conflicts. By highlighting the importance of peaceful communication and actions, this month aims to create a safer and more harmonious society for all.</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'>Peace Month Recognized in Schools Across the Globe</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many educational institutions, from elementary schools to universities, incorporate National Peace Consciousness Month activities into their curriculum, helping to instill the importance of peace and unity among the next generations.</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'>Ghandi and Mandela, Inspirations for Peace Consciousness Month</h3><p class='facts-content'>National figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela are often referenced during this celebration for their advocacy towards non-violence and peaceful resolution of conflicts.</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'>The Dove, A Universal Symbol of Peace</h3><p class='facts-content'>The peace dove is often used during National Peace Consciousness Month as it is recognized universally as a symbol of peace. It serves as a powerful reminder of the possibility of a world free from conflict and violence.</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'>The Historic "Peace One Day" Campaign</h3><p class='facts-content'>Started by filmmaker Jeremy Gilley, the "Peace One Day" campaign sought to establish a globally recognized day of cease-fire and non-violence. It influenced the United Nations to unanimously adopt an annual day of global ceasefire, observed on September 21, making it part of the Peace Consciousness Month.</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'>It Serves as an Antidote to Violence and Prejudice</h3><p class='facts-content'>National Peace Consciousness Month serves as a counterbalance to the growing violence and prejudice in the world, advocating for compassion, understanding, and peaceful coexistence among all people regardless of race, religion or nationality.</p></div></div>
National Peace Consciousness Month is celebrated on September 1 every year. In 2024 National Peace Consciousness Month will occur on a Sunday.
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