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Youth in the Kashmir Region

Play for Peace recognizes that the youth in the region are in need of support...The games help them to overcome shyness, develop leadership and responsibility, and improve their mental health. We are providing an update on recent events in Kashmir,…

Play for Peace at Pune University

“We challenged the participants to develop an attitude where one questions beliefs and practices that we often accept as given.” - Play for Peace trainer Agyat Shunya Just over eight months ago Play for Peace trainer Javeed Ansari reported on a…

World Peace Day Wednesday - Volunteers Needed!

It’s World Peace Day Wednesday! Last week, we told you about ways you can get involved with our World Peace Day Run/Walk, which will be held at the Bartlett Nature Center in Bartlett, IL, on Saturday, September 24. This week, we’re sharing some…

Ways to Participate in our World Peace Day Fall Run/Walk!

We are preparing for the World Peace Day Run/Walk at the Bartlett Nature Center in Bartlett, IL, on Saturday, September 24. We invite you to become involved with this family-friendly and fun-filled event! As we mentioned yesterday, we are now less…

Participate in Our World Peace Day Celebrations!

Wherever you are in the world, there are many ways to help Play for Peace celebrate World Peace Day. We are now less than two months away from World Peace Day, which is celebrated internationally on September 21. We hope to see more Play for Peace…

#ShareUbuntu: Reminding Us How Easy It Is to Turn Toward Each Other

The #ShareUbuntu campaign is yet another way we can remind ourselves of the importance of compassionate and joyful connection. Ubuntu is a South African word that can be translated to mean “I am because we are.” The #ShareUbuntu campaign invites…

Reflections of a Peacebuilder: Reaping Success in India

“My new friends now think of me in connection with Play for Peace!” - Nitin Kumar, Play for Peace facilitator and participant 

World Peace Day Wednesday: Checking In with Aidan Hennessy

We want to share an update about a young boy who helps us make our World Peace Day Celebration in Bartlett, Illinois, USA, a success every year, Aidan Hennessy. We have been sharing our plans to participate in some special activities globally during…

Mandela Day and the Launch of the #ShareUbuntu Campaign

Today is officially known as Mandela Day, in honor of South African leader Nelson Mandela’s birthday, and it marks the official launch of the #ShareUbuntu campaign. Last week, we shared Play for Peace trainer Lolo Evans’ new campaign to invite…

Serenity and Play on the Konkan Coast of India

“One of the most memorable moment for me was when I learnt a new term, which describes the state my mind is in most of the time. Most of us were hungry, but this little girl Parmita wasn't. She said - I don't want food. I'm 'pungry' - hungry for…

#ShareUbuntu: I am because we are!

"The goal of the #ShareUbuntu global social experiment is to challenge behaviors of isolation, separation and loneliness by inspiring people to turn towards each other to experience simple moments of togetherness and kindness." - Play for Peace…

Connecting the Global Unity Games and Our World Peace Day Celebrations

This will be the first time we bring two Play for Peace traditions together for one global celebration of community, compassion and peace! It's World Peace Day Wednesday, and this week, we would like to share more about our plans to participate in…

Play for Peace Members Affected by Current Conflict in South Sudan

"We hope you will join us in sending thoughts and prayers for the peaceful resolution of the current conflict in Juba, and for the safety of all members of our Play for Peace community who are affected by this heartbreaking situation.” - Play for…

A Special Session on Culture Building in the Philippines

“Participants have better awareness of the school’s culture and they come up with collaborative actions for them to move forward as one community of educators.” - Richard Delos Reyes, Play for Peace Trainer, Philippines Cooperative play can…

A Trainer with a Long History in Play for Peace and a New Campaign

“To me, I’m fueled to remind people around the world how powerful we are when we come together and find common ground in our humanity and our connectedness.” - Play for Peace Trainer Lauren "Lolo" Evans At Play for Peace, we’ve watched so…

Community Spotlight: Dian Mitrayani, Research Volunteer

"That is what I really I love about Play for Peace: flexibility and tailor-made components so that each club can have their own identity and freedom to use Play for Peace to fit in their own culture." - Play for Peace volunteer Dian Mitrayani Dian…

World Peace Day Wednesday: Get Involved with Our Run/Walk in Bartlett!

We would love your help to make our event on Saturday, September 24, even better than ever! We will be bringing you news next week about our plans to celebrate World Peace Day globally. Today, we’re starting locally with our World Peace Day…

The Power of Partnering: Training Play for Peace Youth Leaders in Israel

“Play for Peace encourages the kids to practice peaceful co-existence and inclusiveness. These are the ideals they value.”  —Zohar Sachar, Hand in Hand Community Organizer

A Salute to An Inspiring Leader from Vietnam

"Play for Peace - Play to develop good relationships."- Rita Nguyen, Play for Peace Trainer, A New Day Play for Peace Club Rita Nguyen is a Play for Peace trainer and is the inspiring leader of A New Day Play for Peace Club in Ho Chi Minh City,…

Meet Play for Peace Board Member Ron Kovich!

Ron became a board member and Chairman of Development and continues to be so today, raising funds to support, sustain and develop Play for Peace all over the world. As part of our effort to keep our global learning community connected with each…