Want to be more Peaceful? Want to make a difference? Want to find out more about Peace? You’d never know it from reading most newspapers but there are literally MILLIONS of organisations in the world who are dedicated to Peace!
We recommend you take a look at as many of these sites as you have time for – you are almost certain to be left feeling totally inspired. There are so many great people out there working to leave a positive legacy. These organisations are taking measurable action in the world that is already making a real difference:
Peace related organisations:
Peace One Day – aims to institutionalise Peace Day across the world so it becomes self-sustaining.
The Forgiveness Project – works at a local, national and international level to help build a future free of conflict and violence by healing the wounds of the past.
WAVE – tackling the root causes of violence, including child abuse and neglect.
Peace Direct – supporting local peacebuilders around the world.
International Day of Peace – provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date.
International Alert – an independent peacebuilding organisation that works to lay the foundations for lasting peace and security in communities affected by violent conflict.
Release The Peace – Set up by The Jimmy Mizen Foundation, this initiative aims to encourage young people to be positive forces within their communities.
Words of Peace Global – a site created by volunteers dedicated to spreading the word of global teacher Prem Rewat, who first began speaking about Peace at the tender age of 13. Also find out more at The Prem Rewat Foundation and check out their remarkable work in prisons.
London Citizens – an organisation which believes that, “people working together have the power to change their communities and their country for the better”.
2020, Events / 09.09.2020
6 pm: County lines and Communities of Peace with Mailk Rhodius
Join Malik to learn what County Lines mean, how it is affecting our young people, what is being done by the authorities and how the community collectively can get involved to help protect our children...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
5 pm: Peaceful Belonging in a Diverse and Inclusive world by Dana the Trainer
Dana James-Edwards, also known as “Diversity Dana” is a Consultant, Facilitator and Coach who helps companies build diverse teams, inclusive cultures and strategies that reflect the wider society where people are able to...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
4 pm: Anxiety Disorder and Depression with Megan Adonis
Megan is an empowering story and realisation that change comes from within, ‘As a man thinketh so he is’. After years of medication and several attempts to want to change the situation, Megan has had an exciting...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
3.30pm: Jon Taylor: CAP South London Centre, Streatham Hill
A 15 mins session on CAP provision and what is on offer to the community at the South London Centre, Streatham Hill. This will support anyone requiring support with finances covering money courses, job and life skills clubs,...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
2.30 pm: Gemma Watson: Peacefully working through Trauma
The past few months have brought some life experiences with a range of emotions and learning to be kind with yourself in important. Self-care of being kind and gentle is not always our default. Gemma has over 20...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
2 pm: Streatham Trail video – With Peace in Mind
Get up close and personal and hear from a cross-section of Streathamites about what peace means to them, what they love about their community and how this challenging year has impacted them....
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
2.30pm: DrawMyTown
Mindfulness colouring, art and creativity, is the catchy name of illustrator Ben Poultney, born and raised in the West Midlands now residing in South London. Ben has been drawing since he was able to hold a crayon and hasn’t stopped since. He specialises in...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
2 pm: CLIP Theatre presents Pablo Goes South in association with LEAP Lambeth, originally shown on Thursday 6th August 2020.
***FREE ONLINE CLIP SHOW****
Please tune in to The Little Big Peace Events Facebook page to watch a free CLIP Theatre performance. With a cast of three...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
2 pm Mindfulness Creativity for All The Family With Nicola Mayne
Join Nicola Mayne from Morley College, in this fun activity which will develop your child's creativity, by using and adapting the things you have around the home.
Through mini creative challenges, you will be motivated to...
2020, Events / 07.09.2020
1 pm: Aaron Bent: Poetry workshop - Peace in and through Creativity
Spoken word artist. Spoken word is more than just a way to communicate my ideas. It’s an avenue through which I express my being and purpose. Through it, I influence the world...