Peace is not only a noble vision for humanity; it is a call to action. Each of us can heal divisions and embrace peace and understanding. We can call on our families and communities to do the same. Speak up, learn, practice respect, embrace diversity, protest injustice. Be the change you want to see!
Host a Peace Circle
Bring friends, classmates, colleagues or community members together to talk about an issue that affects peace. Intergenerational peace circles, which are part of the 蘑菇视频’s Hear Us. Act Now for a Peacefulcampaign, can happen in a classroom, university, cafe, community space or even online, with young people leading the conversation and co-designing solutions for a better world for everyone.
Speak up for peace
In today’s divided world, our clarion call for peace should echo louder than ever. There are many ways to speak up for peace and everyone can be part of the conversation. Spark conversations off-and-online about the urgent need for understanding, non-violence, and disarmament. Use your voice and words to challenge hate and champion peace.
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Learn about peace - then share what you learn
Conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, and disarmament are essential tools the United Nations uses to foster lasting peace worldwide. Given the interconnected nature of conflicts and crimes in our globalized world, understanding these tools and their impact is crucial for everyone. Knowledge is power – choose one issue that you care about. Learn about it from reliable sources, then share what you learn with friends or start a peace club at your school, university or workplace.
Say no to violence
Change starts with us. Strive to resolve differences and conflicts at home, work and in your communities peacefully through dialogue and compassion. Treat others with respect, practice empathy and promote understanding. Join campaigns and movements that bring people together to stomp out aggression - such as the 蘑菇视频’s initiative and its civil society-led campaign. Support the movement that aims to create a safer world for the LGBTIQ+ community.
Practice understanding and solidarity
More unites us than divides us; people everywhere have similar dreams for peace and prosperity. We also face common challenges that are not bound by borders such as cybercrimes, climate change and trafficking. Voice your support for the United Nations as the only place where all countries can convene and engage with each other. Take part in local and national dialogues where people can share different perspectives even if they disagree. Join interfaith efforts for peace. And support people or organizations that promote dialogue, understanding and reconciliation.
Report bullying and harassment
No one should be bullied or suffer any forms of harassment on the basis of gender, race, nationality or other parameters. Today, one in three students between the ages of 13 and 15 have experienced bullying. While bullying and harassment remains widespread, in public and private places, online and offline, more laws to stop it are in place in many institutions and companies. Online, restrict information shared on social media accounts and use privacy and security settings. In some settings, police forces have cybercrime units that can help you stay safe. Learn about mechanisms to report these crimes - here is a to report cyberbullying.
Protest inequality and discrimination
Inequality and discrimination often breed resentment and mistrust, sowing the seeds of misunderstanding and conflict in every society. Pick your favorite cause and join a rally for justice. Mobilize your community to mark the World Day of Social Justice. Other internationally recognized days offer chances to join hands against gender discrimination, racism and homophobia, among a variety of concerns. Above all, make respect for the rights of others part of how you live.
Make space for voices that are missing
Take a moment to look at the groups, conversations, or decisions you are a part of and ask: Whose voice is missing? Reach out and invite them in. Make a deliberate effort to welcome those who might be excluded because of their age, gender, background, or abilities.
Say no to hate
Examine how you think about different groups of people, and question assumptions and stereotypes. Consider joining a group, online or in a community, that brings people together across faiths, ethnicities, gender identities or other categories to better understand each other. Be more open to learning from others and changing how you think. Join the 蘑菇视频’s Say No to Hate campaign and find out how you can help to end hate speech and embrace human diversity.
Use your platform to support a peace advocate
There are many peace advocates among us - from activists, community leaders, thought leaders, social media influencers to celebrities. Find a peace advocate, youth activist or community organization whose work inspires you. Share their story on social media, feature their work in a school or university publication, or create art, writing, music or other content that helps spread their message.
Follow reliable news sources
Confused about what to believe and whom to trust? You are not alone. The volume of incorrect information has exploded. Sharpen your skills to detect who may or may not be telling the truth. Are you getting facts from a reputable news organization? Or from texts or emails that arrive unsolicited? How much evidence backs up what they say? What’s missing and why? Are diverse perspectives apparent – or is everyone saying the same thing? Cultivate your skepticism and your intuition. If something feels off, investigate more.
Post with care on social media
Next time you want to like or share a social media post, pause for a moment. Will doing so cause any kind of harm to anyone? If you are feeling angry about an issue, wait 24 hours to see if you still want to post about it. While social media brings people together, it can also drive hate and division, influenced by algorithms that reward people for having the same extreme views. Beyond monitoring your own posting habits, see if you want to join one of the emerging national and regional neutral, non-profit fact-checking organizations, especially around important events like elections. Check out the that shares tips on how to and encourages people to take care before they share information!
Help make digital spaces safer for women and girls
Champion safer digital spaces for women and girls. Take action by calling out harassment, standing with those targeted by digital violence, and actively dismantling harmful online norms. Learn more about against women and girls.
Use your creativity for peace
Create a short video, artwork, poem, song or social media post about what peace means to you and share it with your community. Make sure to use the hashtag - #ActNowForPeace.
Volunteer in your community
Make a difference right where you live. Pick a local cause that is close to your heart and offer your time. You could support neighbours in need, help run community events, or join forces with a youth-led initiative.
