EMMA for Peace, or the Euro Mediterranean Music Academy, is a non-profit global organization for the promotion of peace and cooperation for development through music diplomacy and education in Europe, the Mediterranean region, Middle East and beyond. Thanks to the collaboration with national institutions and international organizations, such as the UN agencies (in particular UNESCO, UNICEF, UNHCR) and the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, EMMA for Peace encourages peace building initiatives by the participation of world renowned artists in concerts, masterclasses, workshops and other educational programmes of excellence for young people. Celebrated Italian conductor Riccardo Muti acts as the organisation’s honorary president. Founded by Italian cultural manager Paolo Petrocelli, EMMA for Peace is a ‘roving’ musical academy focusing on the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, with international branches that extend beyond.
