Kofi Annan Foundation

04/06/2026

08/05/2026

What would Kofi Annan do today?

“Kofi Annan would call for calm leadership, dialogue, and a return to the rule of law - applied equally, with accountability and transparency across all nations.” - Kojo Annan, Kofi Annan Foundation Board Member, Entrepreneur, and Kofi Annan’s son.

What do you think Kofi Annan would urge us to do today?

08/05/2026

What would Kofi Annan do today?

“Kofi Annan would urge us to stand firm for peace and inclusive development, even when others waver. He would push leaders to act and invest in young people as the moral leaders the world needs now.” - Arizza Nocum, Co-Founder of KRIS for Peace and Extremely Together Young Leader

What do you think Kofi Annan would urge us to do today?

08/05/2026

What would Kofi Annan do today?

“In a time marked by rising conflicts and violations of international law, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Kofi Annan would remind us that when leaders fall short, ordinary people must step forward to demand peace and hold them accountable.” - Maud Roure, Deputy Director and Head of Programmes

What do you think Kofi Annan would urge us to do today?

04/05/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Kofi Annan Courage in Cartooning Award laureates; Safaa Odah (Palestine) and Jimmy “Spire” Ssentongo (Uganda).

“Cartoons make us laugh. Without them, our lives would be much sadder. But they are no laughing matter: They have the power to inform, and also to offend.” - Kofi Annan

01/05/2026

📣 Want to be part of Geneva Peace Week 2026?

Don’t forget to submit your application by 15 May 2026 to contribute to this year’s edition, taking place from 12–15 October in Geneva and online.

Under the theme “Choose Peace,” will bring together a global community of actors committed to advancing dialogue, collaboration, and concrete action for peace.

💡 You can apply to organize:
• Workshops (online or in-person)
• Panel discussions
• Documentary screenings

🔗 Discover the requirements and apply now : https://www.genevapeaceweek.ch/en/gpw26/2026-call-for-applications

✨ is evolving into the , as we enter this new phase, we look forward to sharing our new logo soon!

17/04/2026

𝘾𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝘼𝙋𝙋𝙇𝙄𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎!!!

Are you a changemaker who’s passionate about peace, community, and making a real impact? ✨

We’re looking for bold, diverse, and driven young leaders to join us this May and June in General Santos City and Iligan City for the 2026 Champions for Peace National Workshop on Resilience and Social Cohesion 🕊️🌍

If you are:
- A young leader
- 15-30 years old (applicants aged 15-17 must have parental or guardian consent)
- Strong interest in peacebuilding, community development, and social change
- *Priority will be given to people with diverse backgrounds: from women, Muslims, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, displaced youth, and those from low-income communities

Deadline to apply: April 24, 2026 | 11:59 PM
📲 Scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/2026CfPNationalWorkshop

You can email us at [email protected] for more info!

15/04/2026

Are you a young leader committed to the advancement of democracy?

Apply now for the Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize 2026, which recognises exceptional leadership shown by a young activist in defending, renewing and promoting democracy.

One winner will receive a place to attend the Athens Democracy Forum in Athens, Greece, from 29 September - 2 October, alongside 10,000 USD and one-year’s mentorship with a recognised democracy expert. The winner and nine finalists will receive the chance to attend the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, from 3 - 6 November and the Athens Democracy Forum.

Find out more and apply here: https://brnw.ch/21x1CvF

14/04/2026

What would Kofi Annan do today?

In honour of Kofi Annan's birthday today, April 8, we asked Arizza Nocum, Co-Founder of KRIS and Kofi Annan Foundation Young Leader, to reflect on what Kofi Annan might say or urge us to do today.

"Kofi Annan would urge us to stand firm for peace and inclusive development, even when others waver. He would push leaders to act and invest in young people as the moral leaders the world needs now.”

What do you think Kofi Annan would urge us to do today?

13/04/2026

The world is becoming more divided. At the Kofi Annan Foundation, we chose to invest in the people holding it together.

In 2025, while conflict spread, democratic norms weakened, and cooperation stalled, we focused on:
- backing young leaders,
- strengthening democratic resilience,
- bringing people together across divides.

Because even in fractured times, progress is still possible.

We invite you to explore our Annual Report 2025 and be part of what comes next:

In a year marked by growing division, conflict, and uncertainty, the Kofi Annan Foundation continued to invest in what matters most: people. As our world is increasingly defined by division, it can be easy to lose sight of progress. But progress is happening. In 2025, the Kofi Annan Foundation suppo...