Kofi Annan Foundation

18/08/2026

Eight years ago today, the world lost Kofi Annan.

We remember a man who dedicated his life to peace, human dignity, dialogue and international cooperation, and whose belief in our shared responsibility remains as relevant as ever.

"The world is not ours to keep. We hold it in trust for future generations."

At the Kofi Annan Foundation, we continue to build on his legacy by supporting young leaders, strengthening democracy and working for a more peaceful and inclusive world.

His work continues through all those who believe, as he did, that a better future is possible - and that we each have a role to play in building it.

We remember. We continue. We carry it forward.

29/06/2026

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

7 young Africans. 6 countries. Hundreds of lives reached through digital platforms, community dialogues, art therapy and peer-led sessions that went where the system couldn't.
Howard built a mental health platform used across 4 countries. Beth spent 3 years walking into classrooms with 40 traumatised adolescents - and walking out having changed their lives. Halima pulled one young person back from the edge. Ruth turned a documentary into a movement toward a lupus clinic. Mohamed gave Somali youth the language to say: I need support. Chuka refused to let menstrual stigma steal another girl's future. Derrick made mental health education something young people in Uganda could finally find and access.
This is the SAWA Project. This is what happens when young leaders are trusted, resourced, and given room to lead.
Read the impact stories👉 : https://buff.ly/I8Yz7Fe

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

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