In brief - Sources and resources for a culture of peace
The UNESCO action in favor of a culture of peace in Africa is placed in the context of the implementation of the “Intersectoral and Interdisciplinary Program of Action for a Culture of Peace and Non-violence” as well as in the Mid-Term Strategy (2014 -2021) of UNESCO, which has identified "building peace by building inclusive, peaceful and resilient societies" as one of two main areas of action for Africa. As such, the Operational Strategy for priority Africa integrates the development of Flagship programmes for the next four years, with the first one entitled "Promoting a culture of peace and non-violence".
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News
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31.03.17
Campagne de mobilisation des jeunes pour la culture de la paix au Burundi (French only)
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19.01.17
Prevention of violence and promotion of the culture of peace during the electoral period in Africa
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02.11.16
Edit Schlaffer: Mothers, the much needed but missing ally for counterterrorism
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25.10.16
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24.10.16
Future Forum: Strengthen Young People's Role in Peace Processes
Networks for Peace
"Make Peace Happen" Campaigns
Specific Activities
- Promotion of Peace and non-violence through education
- Scientific cooperation to foster the dissemination of a culture of peace
- Empowering young women and men's participation in building more democratic and inclusive societies
- Fostering dialogue and building peace through heritage, dialogue and creativity
- Media and information literacy for peace and non-violence