In a world where the echoes of conflict often overshadow everyday examples of unity, the significance of International Day of Peace becomes more poignant than ever. As a global youth-led organization dedicated to fostering understanding, compassion, and cooperation among young minds worldwide, we firmly believe that peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the presence of justice, equity, and shared humanity. Each year, on the 21st of September, we join hands with fellow youth-leaders and organizations around the world to commemorate this day and advocate for a world where differences are celebrated, and bridges are built.

The International Day of Peace is not a distant aspiration; it’s a call to action for everyone, regardless of age, nationality, or background. It’s a day when we amplify our collective voice, shining a light on the pathways that lead us toward a brighter future. In this blog post, we’re excited to share with you 15 meaningful and impactful ways to celebrate International Day of Peace. These activities are not just gestures, but powerful tools to inspire change, empower communities, and sow the seeds of lasting collaboration.

As a youth-led organization, we understand the importance of involving the next generation in shaping the world they will inherit. From fostering dialogues that traverse cultural boundaries to harnessing the power of art and technology for peace education, each of the following suggestions offers a poignant way to commemorate the 2023 observance. So, join us as we explore this list of acts, big and small, to celebrate International Day of Peace and embrace a future that we can all call our own.

Make sure to add your acts to the Billion Acts International Day of Peace Countdown! We’re on a mission to inspire 5,000 acts of peace by September 21st!
**Pro-tip: Showcase the full-impact of your Act by using the “Share & Make an Impact” button to add extra service hours, donated items, or additional acts of peace.

1. Organize a Community-Service Day
Bring others together for a day focused on service and community-building. Identify a need in your area, and gather with others to create an impactful project. Billion Acts is full of powerful examples of community clean-ups, donation drives, collaborative art pieces, and much more!
*Pro-tip: Add your Service-Day as an “Act” & then mark it as an event. You can then invite others to the event page!

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Youth leaders from PeaceJam Guatemala volunteering for a reforestation project.

2. Join the Nobel Peace Heroes Conference
Register virtually for the 2023 Nobel Peace Heroes Conference on August 31st. The event will feature inspiring conversations between Nobel Peace Laureates and human rights defenders from around the world.

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The 2023 Nobel Peace Conference will bring together five different Nobel Peace Laureates for a day of transformative dialogues and events.

3. Lead a Workshop
Host a workshop on a topic that is critical to peacebuilding and peace education in your region. Give your presentation at a school, university, place of worship, or another community organization!

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2021 Billion Acts Awardee Kiara Ramklass and Marimba Jam participate in a Billion Acts workshop.

4. Gather for a Dialogue that Crosses Divides
Organize an event that features opportunities to engage and hold dialogues with people of different cultural, generational, or political backgrounds in your community. The event can focus on intercultural, interfaith, intergenerational, or cross-political engagement. Get creative! Host an intercultural meet & greet, an interfaith youth event, or maybe an intergenerational coffee bar!

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The West Africa Centre for Peace Foundation and PeaceJam Ghana facilitating a community dialogue based on trust building and peacebuilding in the Odododiodo Constituency.