Category : Global

Written by Joanne,

I knew I was where I wanted to be. There wasn’t a minute during the first  gathering of Play for Peace Roundtable in Thornton, Colorado, October 13-15, 2023, when I wanted to someplace else.

Embrace the Pursuit of Peace with Play for Peace's 'Practice Peace Event.' Discover ten daily community-building activities to strengthen connections, foster empathy, and promote unity. Join us on this transformative journey towards a more harmonious and inclusive world, one small step at a time

Last Tuesday, on the 10th of October, a group of 11 young people from Poland and Ukraine, aged 15-16, came together to embark on an exciting journey as a part of the club, Play For Peace Warsaw. The day marked their first meeting, and it was filled with fun icebreaker games, introductions, and a deep dive into the world of Play For Peace.

We are overjoyed to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional individuals who have been instrumental in making Play for Peace a beacon of positivity and transformation for an incredible 25 years

In the heart of Senegal, our mentor, El Hadj, has shared with us the inspiring journey of Thiaroye Gare Villages and Sustainable Communities. We've discovered the power of unity in addressing the Sustainable Development Goals. By uplifting women in our neighborhoods, we combat poverty and inequality.

Denver, Colorado, recently witnessed a special in-person gathering that brought Play for Peace's most dedicated supporters together to tackle an exciting challenge. This passionate group, known as the Play for Peace Roundtable, accepted the mission to utilize their wisdom and valor in raising awareness and resources for Play for Peace.

It's wonderful to hear about the efforts and dedication of Our Mentor, Obed NIJIMBERE, who shared with us a healing play story from Burundi recently. Since Play for Peace dedicated a location for Practice Peace and other session in Burundi, the associations asked facilitators to conduct a Healing Play session on September 29, 2023

It's wonderful to hear about the efforts and dedication of Mentor Mohammed Javeed in addressing the concerning behavior among the 9th-grade students in Golconda Fort, Hyderabad, India.

Today, we celebrate the tireless efforts of translators, the unsung heroes who build bridges between languages, cultures, and hearts. You are the magic weavers of words, shaping stories, ideas, and dreams to allow access to communication that unites us all!

It's wonderful to hear about the meaningful work that Swati and Agyat are doing with Play For Peace with Afghan people. Your dedication to promoting peace, social-emotional well-being, and life skills development for children in IDP camps is truly commendable.