Youth & Peace in Action

09/25/2026

University students ages 18–25: Turn your idea into action! 🌍 Join a global community of changemakers, receive coaching and hands-on support from World Studios and Ashoka, and compete for a share of $50,000 in prizes.
Apply by November 3, 2026.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/nH9p50ZRoZM

09/18/2026

More than 300 high school students across Lombardy, Italy, have completed our My Peacebuilder Foundations curriculum customized and translated for Italy. Because we’re expanding to several regions in Italy this year, we asked, “What if at least one team member becomes fluent?’ Thanks to Italian instructor Sandra Pesoli for agreeing to tutor!

07/31/2026

🌟 Student leaders: Ready to take your leadership to the next level? The U.S. Senate Youth Program offers a $12,500 scholarship and an unforgettable leadership experience in Washington, D.C. If you're active in student government or civic leadership, now is a great time to start preparing your application! Deadlines vary by state. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/G36S50ZuaI5

07/27/2026

The words we choose shape the world we create. From TV shows and advertising to everyday conversation, the language of violence has become commonplace. Peacebuilding begins with awareness, because the words we normalize today help shape the culture we build tomorrow.

07/03/2026

For 250 years, the American story has been shaped by people who participate, contribute, and work to strengthen their communities. This Independence Day, we celebrate active citizenship and the young people helping build a more just, peaceful, and inclusive future.
Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

06/29/2026

Investing in youth skills means investing in a more peaceful, resilient future. 🌍 On World Youth Skills Day, join the "Skills for a Shared Future" conversation.

How do we equip young people with the skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world? 🛠️

Join us, along with International Labour Organization, UNESCO, Missão de Portugal nas Nações Unidas and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations New York , on 15 July for World Youth Skills Day 2026, bringing together young people and partners to advance education, training, and pathways to decent work.

📅 15 July 2026
🕣 8:30–10:00 AM
📍 In person (New York) + livestream on UN Web TV

👉 Register to attend in-person here: https://tinyurl.com/3jwyscjv

06/26/2026

Building on Harvard researcher Howard Gardner's groundbreaking work, today's leadership development often explores multiple forms of intelligence. Our My Peacebuilder Foundations online curriculum unit highlights four types that can strengthen leadership, relationships, and peacebuilding skills. 👉 Scroll through to explore them. Then take an empathy quotient quiz and see where you score: tinyurl.com/empathy-tools

06/24/2026

What if imagining peace is the first step toward creating it? The Re-Imagine Peace festival brings together artists, storytellers, and changemakers to explore that possibility. July 10–12, 2026, Florence, Italy ✨🕊️

10-12 Luglio 2026, Firenze

06/22/2026

Soon, Rotary Youth Exchange outbounds will leave for their host countries! ✈️
We're piloting Connecting Through Peacebuilding and Global Exchange with a multi-district Rotary Youth Exchange. The companion guide to the online program will travel with them, helping them navigate new cultures, build meaningful connections, and grow as peacebuilders throughout their year abroad.

06/19/2026

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom, justice, and peace are interconnected. As we honor this day, we recognize the ongoing work of creating more just, inclusive, and peaceful communities for all.