Youth are not just the future, but they are the present of peacebuilding. Interpeace and Voz di Paz launched Jovens Firkidja Di Paz initiative to empower young people in Guinea Bissauto lead change, promote dialogue and social cohesion, and build resilient communities.

Today, we join Rwandans & international community in honouring the memory of the victims of the Genocide Against the Tutsi as part of #Kwibuka32. Rwanda teaches us that peace and reconciliation are possible—but never given. Keeping the memory alive ensures that “Never Again” is more than a promise.

This morning, the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform convened its International Advisory Council for its annual retreat at Interpeace Headquarters in Geneva.

The International Geneva Peace Fellowship The Geneva Graduate Institute and Interpeace are launching the International Geneva Peace Fellowship — a 9-month programme to develop the next generation of leaders in peace and humanitarian diplomacy. 🧵

The latest #CSOUNDialogue brought together 120+ CSOs from 90 countries in #Geneva to influence global peacebuilding policies & strengthen UN–civil society collaboration. Watch full video of participants reflecting on the highlights of this initiative 🎥 bit.ly/4pTT1rn

How can #WPS & #YPS agendas drive a truly whole-of-system approach to peacebuilding? At the 3rd CSO–UN Dialogue, @unwomen.bsky.social, @undp.org, @gnwp.org, @interpeace.org, @unyouthaffairs.bsky.social & @unfpa.org explored this in a session on "WPS & YPS as Drivers of Cross-Pillar Peacebuilding.”

In 2023, Guatemala faced a political crisis as elites attempted a judicial coup to undermine the presidential election. Indigenous & youth-led mobilisation, backed by civil society & international support, defended democracy—culminating in the inauguration of Bernardo Arévalo on Jan 2024.

The Minubumwe - Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement in partnership with @interpeace.org convened a breakfast dialogue with development partners & CSOs in Kigali to exchange on policy priorities & opportunities to further advance healing, national unity, & community resilience in #Rwanda.

Thanks to the 21 individuals who embraced the 5-day learning journey of our Effective Advising Course, with support from the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. Together, we unpacked the art and complexity of advising in today’s ever-shifting context. More info ➡️ bit.ly/49sTL2a

From presence to influence at the #StandardsPavilion — #COP30. @interpeace.org and @isostandards.bsky.social brought youth engagement to the Pavilion, asking: what makes participation meaningful & how can standards set a shared baseline for inclusion, decision-making & accountability.

Sofia Stril-Rever has dedicated her life to guiding peace activists & global changemakers to open their hearts & embody peace in action. She reminds us that peace is not an ideal, it’s a daily choice, a practice & our collective evolution #PeaceTalksGPW bit.ly/3LLCd7z

From rebuilding trust between Yazidi and Sunni Arab communities to fostering dialogue with armed groups, Pishkafti Shokri @genevacall.org, reminds us that peace cannot be built in echo chambers, it begins when we invite everyone to the table. #PeaceTalksGPW bit.ly/49TXgig @genevacall.org

“There's nothing ‘soft’ about the courage to truly listen, to put your judgments aside & to find common ground.” Martin Albani reminds us that peace is not an abstract goal, it’s built every day by people who dare to listen & act with humility. #PeaceTalksGPW 📽️ youtu.be/LjYUvLiAYtA

120 youth from across the globe gathered in #Brussels for the 2nd #EUYPS conference. @interpeace.org's #PeaceFellows from Burundi, DRC & Uganda called for youth to be at the heart of peace efforts in the Great Lakes region. Grateful to the EU for turning dialogue into action.

Interpeace was privileged to take part in #COP30 in Belém, where the First Edition of the Baku Climate and Peace Action Hub Annual Dialogue took place, co-organised by the #COP29 Presidency, Green Climate Fund and @iom.int. @cop30brazil.bsky.social 📸 by @iom.int

The 2nd in-person training of the Youth Peace Mediators’ Mentoring Programme took place in #Addis, hosted at the African Union Headquarters. This gathering marked an important deep dive into the AU’s peace & security architecture & what it means for day-to-day mediation work on the continent.

As climate pressures grow, panel @parispeaceforum.bsky.social asked a bold question: Can natural resource management become a force for peace, not conflict? Panelists shared solutions illustrating how resource governance can transform extraction into a foundation for cooperation.

[email protected] is honored to join the @parispeaceforum.bsky.social with our cross-border initiative in Mali, Burkina Faso & Côte d’Ivoire. Selected from 320+ global entries, our project turns natural resource governance into a driver of peace, resilience & inclusion. 👉 bit.ly/4o5KFwN

Geneva Peace Week was an inspiring week of global dialogue on urgent peacebuilding issues. From water diplomacy to preventing electoral violence, advancing food security, promoting trade for peace & IHL, @interpeace.org was delighted to contribute. Let’s keep the momentum going. @gpplatform.ch

[email protected] and WTO's Trade for Peace session at #GPW25, explored how trade can be more than a development tool—it can be a platform for dialogue, resilience & peacebuilding. Peace-responsive trade, rooted in inclusive recovery & effective governance, can help fragile states rebuild.

At #GPW25, speakers explored how IHL compliance can shape conflict dynamics & support peacebuilding, emphasising the need for deeper, more intentional collaboration between humanitarian & peace actors. @gpplatform.ch

Happening tomorrow, 16 October @gpplatform.ch 👇 Looking forward to explore the interface of #FoodSecurity, jobs & #socialcohesion with ILO @fao.org @interpeace.org & DRC Join online, too, here: us06web.zoom.us/j/81585978250

This evening’s PeaceTalks meets #GenevaPeaceWeek offered a moving series of testimonies. In a world facing shared challenges, these stories remind us of our collective strength & the power of dialogue. We are grateful to all the speakers & performers who brought today’s event to life #PeaceTalksGPW

Sofia Stril-Rever is a spiritual activist, writer & passionate advocate for peace through conscience & love. At the #PeaceTalksGPW, she will share an original poem and offer a message of hope to uplift our shared humanity. Learn more - bit.ly/4gUaQUi @interpeace.org @gpplatform.ch

Sarah Noble, Co-Founder and Curator of the PeaceTalks, joins forces with Geneva Peace Week Lead, Dany Diogo, to bring the 3rd edition of the PeaceTalks to life at #GenevaPeaceWeek. Learn more about the #PeaceTalksGPW - bit.ly/4gUaQUi @gpplatform.ch @interpeace.org

On #WorldMentalHealthDay we honor the vital work of healing minds. Our experience has shown that mental health nurtures resilience, restores dignity & rebuilds social fabric. Today, we reaffirm a simple truth: healing minds is key to healing societies. bit.ly/4mQNNuR

With 12+ African countries heading to the polls in 2025-26, the stakes for peace are high. At #GPW25, join @interpeace.org, SeeD & WANEP to explore data-driven tools that prevent electoral violence before it erupts. bit.ly/489Xl0x @gpplatform.ch

With over 15 yrs of experience in intl affairs & peacebuilding, Martin Albani brings a deep understanding of mediation processes & effective negotiation strategies for longstanding peace. Learn how he puts #PeaceinAction at the #PeaceTalksGPW. bit.ly/4gUaQUi @gpplatform.ch @interpeace.org

As we observe #WorldMentalHealthDay 2025 humanitarian, peacebuilding, and development actors must recognise that healing minds is essential to healing societies. It’s time to integrate #MHPSS across all stages of emergency aid and recovery. - @interpeace.org's inspiration👉https://bit.ly/4q55QQK

Join the 3rd edition of @peacetalks.bsky.social at @gpplatform.ch Geneva Peace Week! This year’s PeaceTalks spotlight voices united by one core truth: dignity is essential to peace. Honoring every person's worth can build lasting solidarity. #PeaceTalksGPW #GPW25 bit.ly/46PeVoh

AlineNdenzako is a passionate activist seeking to honour massacre victims while breaking the cycles of ethnic conflict & identity-based hatred in #Burundi. Learn how Aline transforms memory into a force for hope at the #PeaceTalksGPW. Register 👉 bit.ly/4gUaQUi @gpplatform.ch @interpeace.org

At @genevacall.org, Pishkafti Shokri, has played a pivotal role in fostering dialogue between armed actors & local populations, advancing peace & stabilisation efforts across #Iraq. Hear his compelling testament at the #PeaceTalksGPW. ➡️ bit.ly/4gUaQUi @gpplatform.ch @interpeace.org

We look forward to this panel discussion! Don’t miss the chance to hear our Head of Programme, Pishkafti Shokri, share insights from Geneva Call’s work in Iraq. Register now 👉 www.genevapeaceweek.ch/en/programme... #GenevaPeaceWeek

Civilian casualties in conflict rose 40% in 2024. At #GPW25, Peace Panel will explore how #IHL and peacebuilding can work together to protect lives and foster recovery. Learn more and register to attend - bit.ly/48IlLOQ @gpplatform.ch

As global trade faces rising fragmentation, restoring trust & rethinking economic cooperation has never been more urgent. Join @interpeace.org & WTO's Trade for Peace Programme to explore how peace-responsive trade can foster trust, resilience & stability. #GPW25 bit.ly/4nXZhO5 @gpplatform.ch

La construction d'infrastructures communautaires essentielles, contribue à réduire les conflits liés aux ressources naturelles. Cela a été démontré lors d'une table ronde organisée par @interpeace.org et Indigo Côte d’Ivoire le 30 septembre 2025 à Abidjan. bit.ly/3KCLvlM

Founder and Director of MARCH, Lea Baroudi, is at the forefront of peacebuilding in #Lebanon — bridging divides through art, cultural dialogue & economic empowerment. At #PeaceTalksGPW, hear how her work is helping youth in Beirut & Tripoli. ➡️ bit.ly/4gUaQUi @gpplatform.ch @interpeace.org

Geneva Peace Week returns 13-17 October! This year, @interpeace.org is proud to contribute—hosting, co-hosting & participating in events that spotlight urgent & timely themes, including the prevention of electoral violence, peace finance & IHL. #GPW25 ➡️ bit.ly/434iqG7 @gpplatform.ch

Are you a new mediator who wants to increase their skills to positively intervene in local conflicts? In collab with Africa University, Search for Common Ground, @interpeace.org and CENAP, we produced a training manual to help insider mediators become experienced. 👉: cnxus.org/resource/ins...

🚨@gpplatform.ch! Don’t miss our event “Clearing the Path to Peace: Humanitarian Demining in Peace Agreements”. With @unmas.bsky.social @interpeace.org @swissfa.bsky.social, this event unpacks how mine action builds trust, aids return, & supports lasting peace. Register: link.gichd.org/GPW25

The #GVAPeaceTalks for #InternationalDayOfPeace reminds us that peace begins when we connect across our differences and build trust. #PeaceIsPossible Watch the full highlights video 📢➡️ bit.ly/3Ka1VC1

The #GVAPeaceTalks reminded us that peace is built through forgiveness & dialogue, deep listening & rule of law. We reflected on the beauty of naivety, the power of art to break barriers & the role of independent media in sustaining peace. Watch the full event ⬇️ www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

From resolution to revolution, young people have reshaped the peacebuilding landscape. Explore a timeline marking a decade since #UNSCR2250 put youth at the heart of peace efforts, tracing global milestones & grassroots breakthroughs. 📢➡️ interpeace.org/yps-timeline/ #YPS

📢 The wait is over! The Geneva Peace Week 2025 programme is live and registrations are now open. Explore this year’s peace panels, interactive workshops, art, and special events — most of them available live online. Register & discover the full programme here: www.genevapeaceweek.ch/en/programme

Amb Julien Thöni will join this year's #GVAPeaceTalks to mark the International Day of Peace. With deep diplomatic experience and a commitment to global security, he will share his reflections on advancing peace. Register now to attend 👇 www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

Minister of Social Affairs & Labour in #Syria’s Transitional Government, Hind Kabawat, will bring years of experience in conflict resolution, peacebuilding and negotiation to this year’s #GVAPeaceTalks. Come listen to her journey of resilience and leadership. www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

With 20+ yrs in peacebuilding, Frank Kayitare @interpeace.org, brings deep expertise to this year’s #GVAPeaceTalks. From #Rwanda to 12+ countries across 4 continents, his work spans governance, dialogue and the powerful link between mental health & peace. 👉 www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

Elisabeth Laskar & Miranda Shaw of Creators Of Peace International, will share their stories working to empower women from all backgrounds in community-based #PeaceCircles. Learn how dialogue can build, strengthen & put peace into action! #GVAPeaceTalks ➡️ www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

As Secretary General & CEO @ifrc.org, Jagan Chapagain has extensive experience in leading & actualising a world where #PeaceisPossible. He will share his journey & lessons learnt from a global career at this year’s #GVAPeaceTalks. Register to attend ⬇️ www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...

Guila Clara Kessous, @unesco.org Artist & Ambassador for Peace demonstrates that #PeaceisPossible through #Artivism. Hear how Guila combines activism & performance art to help survivors of human rights violations at the #GVAPeaceTalks. Register to attend ➡️ www.peacetalks.net/pt/geneva-pe...