21 August 2016 – The annual Geneva Peace Talks will take place on Wednesday, 21 September 2016 at the Palais des Nations (Room XVII) from 16:00-18:00.
Every year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The United Nations General Assembly has declared this a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and people.
Even in the most hostile and challenging environments, there are many peace initiatives taking place that don’t receive the attention they deserve. The 4th edition of the Geneva Peace Talks, organized under the theme “Peace Happens” will look to bring these initiatives and the people behind them to light.
Speakers coming from diverse backgrounds will share their personal experiences, stories and ideas to highlight how “Peace Happens.” This event aims to highlight that everyone can contribute to peace – be it at home or in a far-away conflict zone. The Peace Talks symbolically stand for a Geneva spirit to resolve conflict through dialogue and negotiation.
This year’s Geneva Peace Talks are co-organized by the United Nations Office at Geneva, the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and Interpeace, in partnership with the Kofi Annan Foundation, the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining, the Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces and the Geneva Hub of the Global Shapers Community. The event is made possible with the generous support of the Swiss Confederation, the Republic and State of Geneva, the City of Geneva, and Mirabaud Bank.
Geneva Peace Talks 21 September 2016 16:00-18:00 followed by reception Palais des Nations, Room XVII
The event is open to the public but registration is mandatory. Registrations will open on Monday 22 August.
Information on the speakers will follow shortly.
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