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International Day Of Peace 2024: The global event of International Day of Peace is observed annually on September 21 to promote peace worldwide. This special occasion is observed on a large scale across the globe and provides a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace.

International Day of Peace, in today’s world where conflicts and fights take centre stage, plays a vital role in establishing peace and harmony among individuals and countries. A country where peace is stable helps in increasing the economy and easy development. Let’s have a look at the history, significance and theme of this year. 

International Day Of Peace 2024 History

The history of International Peace Day dates back to 1981. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981 and two decades later, in 2001 the General Assembly voted unanimously to establish this day as the period of non-violence and cease-fire.

International Day Of Peace 2024 Significance

The occasion of International Peace Day serves as a vital day to set benchmarks for peace across the world. The world needs peace to survive, and when peace and harmony go hand-in-hand, things continue to run smoothly. The United Nations, in 1954, established the ‘Peace Bell’ as the symbol of the International Day of Peace. The bell is traditionally rung twice a year, on the first day of Spring, during the Vernal Equinox and International Day of Peace. 

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International Day Of Peace 2024 Theme

This year will mark the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace. The theme for this year’s celebration is ‘Cultivating a Culture of Peace’. 

How To Celebrate?

1. Act Now for Our Common Future through social media.
2. Launch a digital awareness campaign for peace.
3. Organise a peace walk or run.
4. Hold a “Sports Day for Peace”.
5. Host a peace-themed film night.
6. Volunteer for a peace organisation.
7. Tend to a community garden for peace.
8. Host a peace concert in your community.

International Day Of Peace 2024 Quotes

There is a higher court than courts of justice, and that is the court of conscience. It supersedes all other courts.” - Mahatma Gandhi

"Peace begins with a smile" - Mother Teresa

“If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.” - Nelson Mandela

“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” —Desmond Tutu

"We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves" - Dalai Lama

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