International Day of Peace ceremonies at UN headquarters will begin at 9:30 (EST) on 21 September with the ringing of the Peace Bell by Secretary General Ban Ki-moon; this will be followed by a student observance at 10 a.m. Featured speakers last year were Stevie Wonder, Jane Goodall and Michael Douglas. (This year's have not been announced yet.)
School idea: Following is a link to United Nations Web TV. Perhaps teachers and students around the world can view these ceremonies and the student observance by tuning in to UN TV.
| Announcement from UNESCO |
 UNESCO will hold a High-Level forum on building aCulture of Peace in the 21st century, on the occasion of the International Day for Peace, at UN Headquarters, 21 September 2012.
- High-Level Debate on building a culture of peace in the 21st century, on the occasion of the International Day for Peace, UN Headquarters, 21 September 2012.
- Launch of a Global contest "Pathways to a Culture of Peace: Global Contest for Mutual Understanding", on the occasion of the International Day for Peace, 21 September 2012.
- Third High Panel on Peace and Dialogue among Cultures, 19 November 2012. For more info please visit this link
| Peace Day TV |
 This year's International Day of Peace Global Broadcast on PeaceDay.TV will last for 3 days (from Thursday Sept. 20th until Sunday Sept. 23rd).
LIVE concerts, Minute of Silence - Moment of Peace ceremonies, with activities in locations such as: New Zealand, Australia, Japan, China, India, Africa, Israel, Paris, London, New York, Montreal, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Eugene (Oregon), Hawaii, and Brazil. Many locations are being coordinated with the support of NGOs including: Mayors for Peace, International Cities of peace, MedMob, Rotary International, and many more. PeaceDay.TV will be playing dozens of documentaries from the UN and many NGO's, as well as interviews & public service announcements by numerous celebrities and spokespeople, human interest stories addressing poverty & food, the environment, and more... Check out the preview here For instructions on how to embed the Peace Day TV player on a website click here.
11 Days of Global Unity: The 11 Days of Global Unity runs from Sept. 11th to Sept. 21st. This program was highlighted in our last newsletter. Since then, we have leaned that Peace Day TV will be covering many of their events.
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 Minute of Silence - Moment of Peace, at noon on Peace Day (in ALL time zones). This first ever global "Peace Wave" will start in New Zealand, move through Asia, the Middle East, Africa & Europe, North & South America, and then on to Hawaii. People form various cultures in time zones ranging form GMT + 12 to GMT - 11 will introduce the Peace Wave when noon arrives in their time zone. Origination points include Australia, China, Israel, Benin, England, New York, Ashland, India, Spain, and more. You can view the Peace Wave at Noon in any time zone on the Peace Day Global Broadcast.
This simple yet profound and practical action demonstrates that personal and planetary Peace are one. Individuals, organizations and entire communities will be taking part in this event. For more information on how to participate, please visit our facebook page.
Service for Peace
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 Service for Peace involves volunteers in ongoing community development programs throughout the world. Their programs are designed to further the growth and development of individuals and communities through the shared experience of voluntary service. Service for Peace is a member of: Building Bridges Coalition
The Building Bridges Coalition (BBC) is a consortium of over 300 leading organizations working collaboratively to promote the field of international volunteering. Service For Peace provides service and learning opportunities through community projects which promote transformational and sustainable personal and community development around the world. Affiliates are located in dozens of countries, and often have specific programs on the International Day of Peace.
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United Religions Initiative (URI)
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The URI has hundreds of Cooperation Circles in countries all over the planet. We have featured them in previous newsletters. It caught our eye that this year in Charlotte, NC there will be a celebration on the International Day of Peace Sept. 21 with an interfaith gathering at The Hindu Center.
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BeThePeace
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On September 21, 2012, join hundreds of organizations worldwide to help create one of the largest global prayer and meditation events ever:BeThePeace! There will be live events in over 380 cities worldwide, starting at 6pm in local time zones, creating yet another wave of Peace moving across the planet.
There will also be 3 moments and 3 virtual Global Attunements for Peace during the day when people around the planet can connect via telecast at the same time: 12am, 12noon, and 12 midnight EDT, thus creating 3 deep planetary pulses of peace, via teleconference/webcast. Check out this video
BeThePeace has been collaboratively designed by the Gaiafield Project,MedMob, Pathways to Peace, Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI), The Shift Network/Summer of Peace, and the Institute of HeartMath's Global Coherence Initiative.
Playing For Change Day
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 "In support of our shared vision, we are pleased to announce that thePlaying For Change Foundationwill host their 2nd annual Playing For Change Day on September 22, 2012, in observance of the International Day of Peace on September 21..." Over 200 concerts in almost 50 countries!
"... Along with thousands of other organizations worldwide, the Playing For Change Foundation is participating in the Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI), in cooperation with Pathways To Peace, to raise awareness for the International Day of Peace, and its year round implications to transform society from a culture of competition and violence to a culture of cooperation and peace. To this end, Playing For Change Day concerts will be held in hundreds of cities and towns across our planet to celebrate humanity's unity and also to raise funds for music education."
Earthdance
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 Since 1997 Earthdance International, along with organizers of large and small events throughout the world, has coordinated the annual Global Festival for Peace. Each year thousands of people participate in hundreds of events and gatherings which benefit local charities supporting peace, sustainability and social justice. The highlight of each event is our synchronizedPrayer for Peace. All participants worldwide join together for one powerful, shared moment of coherent peaceful intention. Registrations for 2012 events are now open. Please click here to learn more about organizing and producing an event in your city. Please join Earthdance to celebrate peace on September 22, wherever you may be on our planet!
| ENO Tree Planting Day, Sept. 21st |
 ENO is a global on-line school and network for sustainable development, based in Finland. Environmental themes are studied throughout the school year and campaigns arranged simultaneously around the world. As they have done for several years, ENO will be conducting a Tree Planting Day on the International Day of Peace this. Over 10,000 schools from 150 countries have taken part since 2000, and over five million trees have been planted. This year's theme is Peace is Green. Sustainable development encompasses environmental, economic, social and cultural well-being for today and tomorrow; and there is no sustainable development without education.
| Local Spotlight ~ Philippines |
 Philippines to celebrate consciousness month:
President Peace Adviser Teresita Deles said they have lined up a series of activities for the celebration of the 9th National Peace Consciousness Month that starts on September 2.
Activities range from job fairs and workshops to sporting events, photo exhibits and concerts. Events in September also include the National Day of Prayer for Peace and Reconciliation, the anniversary of the Launching of the International Decade for Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for the Children of the World, and the International Day of Peace as declared by UNESCO. For more info, click here.
| NEW ! From the Culture of Peace store |
 NEW! From the Culture of Peace store:
Mugs, clocks, water bottles, coasters, magnets in 6 different designs adapted from our logo.
Bring Peace home, to work, to school, to your friends and have the Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI) logo be a reminder that you too are a Pathway To Peace!
The logo was created by international artist, author and peace ambassador Irene Kai, and has inspired millions of people around the world. It is now available to you. By purchasing these products you will be supporting the Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI), a United Nations Peace Messenger Initiative, and Pathways To Peace. Designs include: May Peace Reside in Your Heart; Going Green and more.
| Extra Extra News... |
 Free HUGS for World Peace will be in dozens of cities, including: Boise, Idaho USA; Brasília, Brazil; Byron Bay, Australia; Chicago, Illinois USA; Coimbra, Portugal; Gujranwala, Pakistan; Kuta, Bali Indonesia; Lahore, Pakistan; Lisbon, Portugal; Luxembourg, Luxembourg; Milan, Italy; Minneapolis, Minnesota USA; Olympia, Washington USA; Paranaque, Rizal Philippines; Paris, France; Portimão, Algarve Portugal; Regina, Saskatchewan Canada; Salou, Tarragona Spain; São Carlos, São José & São Paulo Brazil; Seattle, Washington USA; Shibuya & Tokyo Japan; Split, Croatia and many more.
- For more info click here To visit our Facebook page click here.
World Peace Day Dublin: This year on the International Day of Peace,World Peace Day Dublin is trying to break the Guinness Book of World records for the longest chain of people holding hands and observing a Minute of Silence together. They are also inaugurating Radio Peace Day in Ireland with an hour radio show, that will be aired by several community radio stations throughout the country.
THANK someone on peace day ♥ : Here's a great idea from Peace in Our Lifetime. THANK someone on Peace Day ♥ "We invite you to simply thank someone, bringing unity inside a 'Day of Gratitude & Thanks', to raise awareness of the International Day of Peace."
Global Mala Yoga for Peace: On Sept. 22 or 23, 2012 join in at a Global Mala Yoga for Peace event in your area. The Yoga Health Foundation is coordinating Global Mala events and offers its support to organizers and participants. The purpose of the Global Mala Yoga for Peace is to unite the global yoga community from every continent, school or approach to form a "mala around the earth" through collective practices based upon the sacred cycle of 108 on Sept. 22nd or 23rd, Fall Equinox as the yoga world's offering to further the International Peace Day. In past years over 5,000 yoga schools, classes and teachers participated.
CODEPINK in Pakistan:
Members of the anti-war group will join a thousands-strong march from Islamabad to Waziristan in Pakistan on the International Day of Peace this year. "We are going to reach out a hand of peace to people who have only understood that we as a nation are trying to kill them as Muslims. They don't believe it has anything to do with a war on terror because they don't experience a war on terror. All they experience is a war on them."
~ Tighe Barry, Code Pink. After the great success of the first-everInternational Drone Summit hosted by CODEPINK last March, members have been invited by friends in Pakistan to organize a Peace Delegation to Pakistan.
The World Peace Foundation of Africa programme during international positive week: We have made plans for events to make Peace Day, September 21, a day to remember for future generations. The eventprogramme lasts for 14 days - from September 10th to September 24th and covers schools, health, conflict resolution, volunteering and more.
Peace and Sustainability Fair in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. This event celebrates the International Day of Peace, which falls on September 21st annually. The Peace and Sustainability Fair will have performances, food stalls and fun activities for adults and children of all backgrounds to enjoy together, and to celebrate the International Day of Peace. The Peace Fair promotes many cultures, and encourages equality, kindness, love, non-violence and working together to form a community and a world of Peace. The Peace Fair is a place where people of all ages, religions, languages and experiences can come together and celebrate a common point - Peace.
Hands Across the City, Haiti: On Saturday, September 22 a unique Hands Across the City event will take place to celebrate the International Day of Peace with neighbors in Mizak, Haiti. Joining hands and hearts in practical acts of peacemaking through art and friendship; a very different Hands Across the City event. Click here to view the bulletin.
Peace Pal Arts Exhibition: The Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI) is especially pleased to offer your organization the opportunity to host an exhibit of this artwork from youth around the world. The Peace Pals Ambassador of Peace Collection features artwork of youth from dozens of countries. Each artwork is a masterpiece giving expression to the hope, aspirations and inner beauty inherent within the hearts of youth everywhere; Included on each artwork is the universal message, "May Peace Prevail On Earth". The exhibition is made possible through a joint collaboration between the Culture of Peace Initiative and Peace Pals International. To read more about how to organize your Peace Pals Art Exhibition click here.
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Friendly Reminder
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Please post your events on theInternational Day of Peace website. There are already hundreds of events listed there. People all over the planet rely on our website - and the event locator - to find out about all types of activities, all over the world - including yours. Thank you for your commitment and participation.
Please share any and all of this information on your web sites, in your newsletters, on your Facebook posts, or in other media. Also please invite others to sign up for this newsletter so they can receive the information directly. You can forward with the button below.
Thank you!
Building pathways to Peace toward a Culture of Peace for the Common Good. May Peace Prevail On Earth!
Sincerely,
David Wick, Team Leader
and the CPI Team: Michael Johnson, Melvin Weiner,
Jean Trudel and Avon Mattison
About the Culture of Peace Initiative and Pathways To Peace
The Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI) is a cooperative local-global Peacebuilding Initiative uniting the strengths of organizations, networks, projects and people to realize a Culture of Peace for the Common Good. The CPI also serves as a vehicle for bringing to light many previously unseen and unheard Peacebuilders working along diverse paths, who are embodying the emerging Culture of Peace within Humanity. The annual highlight of the Culture of Peace Initiative is the International Day of Peace, which provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to work together, on a shared date, to create practical acts of Peace with a year- round impact.
This newsletter is offered by Pathways To Peace (PTP), International Secretariat of the Culture of Peace Initiative (CPI) which was inaugurated in 1984 and received a UN Peace Messenger award from the UN in 1987. CPI is inter-generational, inter-cultural, and has Participants in all regions of the world. PTP has consultative status with the United Nations (ECOSOC), (DPI). PTP has worked with the UN to observe and promote the International Day of Peace since it's inception in 1981, and has nurtured this occasion from a single event of a few hundred people into an annual global observance that now reaches hundreds of millions of people.
PTP has created and maintained the dedicated websites for the International Day of Peace and the Culture of Peace Initiative, including event locators for all to use; we produce this newsletter and also provide daily updates on the International Day of Peace Facebook page; we held a successful campaign to have the International Day of Peace printed on calendars across the globe; and we are continually involved with communications and planning about this event both inside and beyond UN circles. To learn more about our programs, networks, campaigns and support materials please see our web sites or visit our Facebook page.
Thank you.
Pathways To Peace is a nonprofit (501c3 U.S. tax exempt) organization, whose work would not be possible without our volunteers and your support. To help our efforts, please donate
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