Category : Global

The Council at Play for Peace, just launched, is a groundbreaking initiative focused on fostering long-term systemic change, promoting global solidarity, and decolonizing nonprofit work through community empowerment and collaborative decision-making.

On August 16th, 2024, Play for Peace® conducted a transformative workshop with students from the Community Engagement Center at the University of Economics and Finance, Ho Chi Minh City. The session focused on building connections and enhancing self-belief, with participants sharing inspiring feedback on the effectiveness of trust-building games and their impact on team cohesion.

The Karol Bagh Peace Club in Delhi held a peace session with Lighthouse Communities youth, focusing on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) to foster empathy and understanding through activities and discussions on gender challenges.
 

Connecting hearts across continents! From Herat and Kabul to India, our tools and training are empowering facilitators in IDP camps to spread hope and connection. This global teamwork shows how technology can bridge distances and foster meaningful connections. 

Play for Peace Council member and Trainer Richard Delos Reyes (Chad) and volunteer Nheil Stephen Dela Cruz bring energy and enthusiasm to the Salesian Youth Movement's Facilitator's Training in the Philippines through the Play for Peace ritual and chant. Their efforts highlight the transformative power of play in fostering confident, compassionate youth leaders dedicated to community building and global unity.

In celebrating the Day of the African Child, we affirm the intrinsic value of every child as our shared heritage and future. This year’s theme, 'Educating the African Child is NOW,' underscores the urgent need for inclusive education that transcends barriers of background, faith, and tribe. As leaders, we must ensure every child receives a comprehensive education, fostering talent and supporting the vulnerable, to secure a sustainable future for Africa and beyond.

The Children of Play for Peace defy conflict with resilience and joy across 20 countries, fostering connections that transcend adversity. Empowered by leaders like Vijay Kumar and Neelu Grover, our global network of Certified Trainers promotes peace through creativity and dedication. Guided by a committed Board of Directors, Play for Peace continues to empower youth and communities worldwide for 25 years.

As Play for Peace (PFP) celebrates its 25th anniversary, we honor the extraordinary contributions of our volunteers, trainers, facilitators, and partners. Their dedication has been pivotal in fostering inclusion and building peaceful communities through cooperative play. Their inspiring stories highlight the power of play in creating a more peaceful world and exemplify the remarkable impact of Play for Peace.

At Play for Peace, we spread hope and peace to children and youth in challenging regions. However, some stories must remain untold to ensure the safety of our participants and mentors. In areas like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Afghanistan, and the Ukraine-Poland border, sharing details could endanger lives. Despite this, your support has a profound impact, even in these unseen efforts. Thank you for helping us create peace and hope, even when the stories cannot be publicly shared.