International Day of Peace (“Peace Day”)

A Day Devoted to Strengthening the Ideals of Peace

International Day of Peace (“Peace Day”) is observed around the world each year on 21 September. Established in 1981 by resolution 36/37, the United Nations General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. Furthering the day’s mission, the General Assembly voted unanimously in 2001 to adopt resolution 55/282 establishing 21 September as an annual day of non-violence and cease- fire.

Anyone, anywhere can celebrate Peace Day. It can be as simple as lighting a candle at noon, sitting in silent meditation, or doing a good deed for someone you don’t know. Or it can involve getting your co-workers, organization, community or government engaged in a large event. You can also share thoughts, messages and pictures to commemorate Peace Day on social media.

2014 Theme: “Rights of Peoples to Peace”

This year’s International Day of Peace theme recognizes the 30th United Nations General Assembly Declaration on the Right of Peoples to Peace. On Sunday 21 September 2014, join millions of people around the world as they participate in activities, events, concerts and festivals to celebrate the International Day of Peace, recognizing that the promotion of peace is vital for the full enjoyment of all human rights.

Explore the campaign, “I have aright to peace” and “We all have a right to peace”.

Follow @PeaceDay on Twitter and “like” the International Day of Peace page on Facebook for updates, ideas and links to Peace Day events and activities.

Now, We have two things to do to celebrate this important day:

1. Get your selfie to promote peace... Write a short message... with... “I have aright to peace” or “We all have a right to peace”.  Peace Day September 21st #doris3meflcenter #PeaceDay #peacehug #urbe. Post in Twitter or in our facebook page

From Peacebuilders Camp at Koinonia Farm:
"... September 21 is International Day of Peace! 
Post your own selfie to our page with #PeaceDay..."
Huge #PeaceHug to all... 

2. Participate in the event promoted by Club de Leones de Maracaibo. Get a white ballon with a message for peace. Post your photos to our facebook group.

Well, we'll be discussing about peace during our classes... Hope you get inspire and learn how to build peace for you, your loved ones and the whole world.

Keep shining  LOve and Peace!
Doris3m