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Peace One Day / Final Push for 2002
- Subject: Peace One Day / Final Push for 2002
- From: POD <info at peaceoneday.org>
- Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2002 13:00:08 +0100
Apologies if you have received this already, we have had a temporary problem with our email which has now been rectified. 7th August 2002 Re: UN GA Resolution 55/282 Dear Director You may already know that UN GA Resolution 55/282 was unanimously adopted by UN member states at the General Assembly in September last year. This historic resolution formally establishes the UN International Day of Peace as an annual day of global ceasefire and non-violence, fixed in the calendar on 21st September. Accordingly, please find below a copy of GA resolution 55/282 and a selection of commitments to marking 21st September this year from all sectors of society. In the attached resolution the General Assembly invites (amongst others) non-governmental organisations to 'commemorate, in an appropriate manner, the International Day of Peace, including through education and public awareness, and to cooperate with the United Nations in the establishment of the global ceasefire'. Having driven the initiative to establish this Day, Peace One Day's commitment is to inform the world's people of its existence. Furthermore, and in accordance with operative paragraphs 1&3 of resolution 55/282, Peace One Day is collating and publicising actions undertaken by those cited in the resolution, effectively everyone, through the media of film, radio and the written word. In doing so Peace One Day will archive actions from the global community for the benefit of future generations, Volume 1: 2002. The response is already tremendous and a selection of commitments (please see below, and on our website www.peaceoneday.org <http://www.peaceoneday.org>). I invite you also to consider the commitment, no matter how big or small, that your organisation is able to make for the Day and communicate it to Peace One Day on info at peaceoneday.org <mailto:info at peaceoneday.org> or by mail and fax on the details below. We can then place your commitment on our website to inspire others to become similarly involved. If your organisation is one of those whose plans are underway, Peace One Day would welcome the details of such observance. To support you in your work, if you would like to receive a copy of the latest 8-minute Peace One Day VHS film, please contact us and we will post one to you. This letter has been sent to some 4000 non-governmental organisations worldwide. Similar letters are being sent to the Heads of all UN member states and respective UN ambassadors, all education ministers, sports ministers, the Heads of all UN agencies, religious organisations, educational establishments, global unions, corporations and key individuals around the globe. I trust that your organisation recognises the potential of the United Nations International Day of Peace both as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence, and as an opportunity for a moment of global unity. I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience regarding the above. On behalf of all those who have supported this process - men, women and particularly young people in whose name we strive, I thank you in advance for your kind consideration. I remain Respectfully yours, In peace Jeremy Gilley Founder, Peace One Day Peace One Day, Block D, The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 207 456 9180 Fax: +44 (0) 207 375 2007 UN GA Resolution 55/282 Fifty-fifth session Agenda item 33 Resolution adopted by the General Assembly [without reference to a Main Committee (A/55/L.95 and Add.1)] 55/282. International Day of Peace The General Assembly, Recalling its resolution 36/67 of 30 November 1981, by which it declared that the third Tuesday of September, the opening day of the regular sessions of the General Assembly, shall be officially proclaimed and observed as International Day of Peace and shall be devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples, Recalling also its other relevant resolutions, including resolution 55/14 of 3 November 2000, Reaffirming the contribution that the observance and celebration of the International Day of Peace makes in strengthening the ideals of peace and alleviating tensions and causes of conflict, Considering the unique opportunity it offers for a cessation of violence and conflict throughout the world, and the related importance of achieving the broadest possible awareness and observance of the International Day of Peace among the global community, Desiring to draw attention to the objectives of the International Day of Peace, and therefore to fix a date for its observance each year that is separate from the opening day of the regular sessions of the General Assembly, 1. Decides that, with effect from the fifty-seventh session of the General Assembly, the International Day of Peace shall be observed on 21 September each year, with this date to be brought to the attention of all people for the celebration and observance of peace; 2. Declares that the International Day of Peace shall henceforth be observed as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence, an invitation to all nations and people to honour a cessation of hostilities for the duration of the Day; 3. Invites all member states, organizations of the United Nations system, regional and non-governmental organizations and individuals to commemorate, in an appropriate manner, the International Day of Peace, including through education and public awareness, and to cooperate with the United Nations in the establishment of the global ceasefire. 111th Plenary meeting 7th September 2001 Source: United Nations Website www.un.org <http://www.un.org> COMMITMENTS Below are a selection of commitments to mark the United Nations International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire and non-violence, from governments, religious, humanitarian and other non-governmental organisations, and individuals from around the world. Governmental support is marked with a *. Inter-Governmental Organisations League of Arab States <http://www.leagueofarabstates.org/> Will call for a meeting of the representatives of all member states (of the League of Arab States) to observe this day and to prepare for a wide campaign throughout the Arab world in support of such a programme. The Arab League do recognise the importance of such a programme and intend to co-operate with it. The Secretary General has already given instructions to appoint a focal point in the League to be on constant contact with the programme and to have full co-operation and co-ordination with the UN in this respect. Organization of African Unity <http://www.oau-oua.org/> At the level of the OAU, Member States will endeavour to map out realistic and practical ways to commemorate the forthcoming UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. The OAU will also continue to maintain contact with Peace One Day to explore the possibility of more concrete collaboration on the specific activities of mutual interests and which are envisaged for this unique day. United Nations UN Peacekeeping Missions Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations: "I am pleased to inform you that UN Peacekeeping Missions from around the world are aware of the Resolution and will, to the extent possible, take steps to help implement it. Local initiatives will be coordinated with national authorities and other UN agencies, as well as with non-governmental organizations and concerned individuals, to observe 21 September as a day of non-violence and global ceasefire. Let us hope that the seeds we are able to sow will bear fruit and encourage increasingly wider support for International Peace Day in years to come." International ASHOKA Innovators for the Public Social Innovators in all continents are being invited to create activities for the International Day of Peace. In Mexico, Ashoka Fellows are joining efforts for this occasion to collaborate in producing a public celebration in Mexico City that will feature a wide variety of artistic expressions honouring the Day as well as exhibit and network social innovations that improve the possibility of Peace and Well Being worldwide. Be The Cause <http://www.bethecause.org/Default.htm> has placed a link to Peace One Day on their web site and is considering how best to mark the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. We'll keep you informed as to any developments. Child Rights Information Network (CRIN <http://www.crin.org/>) (International) is posting information on its news service CRINMAIL with 1600 subscribers. Collins Diaries Inclusion of the Day, 2004 edition. Hague Appeal for Peace <http://www.haguepeace.org/> (International) is promoting the Day as part of its Global Peace Education Campaign, leading to further awareness. Housmans Peace Diary Inclusion of the global ceasefire day, 2002 edition. Initiatives for International Dialogue <http://www.iidnet.org/> (International) are linking their advocacies and plans with the September 21st, the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. International Alert <http://www.international-alert.org/> (International), a leading NGO in the field of conflict prevention, has committed to focussing their efforts on the day. International Committee for the Red Cross <http://www.icrc.org/> (International) will promote awareness, both within the organization and outside, of 21st September. The Director General will also propose that the Standing Commission of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement discusses how the "Day of Peace" can be commemorated. International Day of Peace Vigil "A growing group of lay persons and organizations representing a wide variety of religious and spiritual traditions has committed to the task of working with other like-minded individuals and groups for an "International Day of Peace Vigil" with the following objective: "To encourage the observation of a worldwide, 24-hour vigil for peace and non violence on the International Day of Peace, 21 September 2002 in every house of worship and place of spiritual practice, by all religious and spiritually based groups and individuals and by all men, women and children who seek peace in the world." This global 24-hour Vigil is meant to demonstrate the power of prayer and other spiritual observations in promoting peace, non violence and the establishment of a global ceasefire. Individuals and groups are invited to support this World-Wide initiative by committing to hold a 24-hour vigil on 21 September 2002 on www.idpvigil.com <http://www.idpvigil.com>." Peace Army (International) is contacting all its storytellers, drawing their attention to the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. World Goodwill, (NGO) an international movement helping to mobilize the energy of goodwill and to build right human relations, will feature an article on the Day in their newsletter as well as on their website, www.worldgoodwill.org <http://www.worldgoodwill.org>. In addition, their parent body The Lucis Trust will be holding a public meditation meeting on September 21st 2002 and will make mention of the Day then. The World Conference on Religion and Peace <http://www.euconflict.org/euconflict/guides/orgs/global/86.htm> (WCRP) has committed to the creation of a 'World Peace Prayer' to be recited annually on September 21st in all places of worship and meditation throughout the world. The prayer will be created with the broadest possible inter-religious consultations worldwide to ensure the highest level of inter-faith participation on the Day. Australia Brotherhood of St Laurence <http://www.bsl.org.au/> is actively seeking partners to share responsibility for the creation of events throughout Australia on the day. Anna Devos from Victoria, Australia commits that "within the community I plan to raise as much awareness as possible in young people, through my work at primary schools and with other young people. On a more personal level, I will get as many friends and family together as possible to share and enjoy time, peace and maybe a bit of food!" Lisa Risbridger at Learning Dimensions "is holding an event in Melbourne, Australia, on the Day. The desire to bring together varying groups of society, enabling all to celebrate the concept of Peace with the 'Hope of Peace' to come one day for all individuals, families and nations. We wish to support the Peace One Day global awareness campaign. So, watch this space as we progress." United Nations Association of Australia will publicise information about the Day to members around Australia. Will keep posted on particulars in due course. Algeria Le Mouvement Ecologique Algérian (M.E.A.) - The President of the MEA supports the initiative and will plan celebrations to mark the Day. Bahrain* Instructions have been given to the divisions within the Ministry of Education to develop some ideas and initiatives for the occasion. Bolivia Nur University <http://www.monafoundation.org/projects/nur/index.shtml> is considering the most effective way to contribute to the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. We'll keep you posted of any developments as they come in. Cambodia* King Norodom Sihanouk: "The government of Cambodia will appropriately commemorate this very significant International Day of Peace". Canada* Government of Newfoundland and Labrador have asked Department of Education officials to advice school board districts in Newfoundland and Labrador of the significance of the date so that the boards may, in turn, encourage schools under their jurisdiction to hold special commemoration ceremonies. Colombia* President Andres Pastrana Aranga: The Colombian government 'unquestionably backs this initiative, so that they can show the world that is not through violence that we will achieve the peace that we all seek. Correspondence has been passed on to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their consideration and relevant conclusions'. Congo Association des Moralistes Congolais will organise conferences and debates on topics related to peace, violence, brotherhood, human rights. Life-Link Congo have formed a committee for the organisation of the day and will begin to interest the relevant political authorities, the media, Other NGO's and the Schools in Congo for their participation in this event. Contact: <pelas_er at yahoo.fr> Croatia* Office of President Stjepan Mesic "Croatian misfortune ... in the expired decade obliges us even more for the struggle [for] peace and prosperity. Therefore the Croatian authorities will participate and support this activity in the most appropriate way." Cyprus Pan-Cyprian Association for the Protection of Human Rights <http://agrino.org/humrights/main/main.htm> (NGO) has committed to creating awareness of the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire in the Republic of Cyprus. Cyprus Peace Council "welcome your invitation and we pledge to publicize the UN G.A. Resolution and work to promote the idea of Global Ceasefire and non violence to be observed on 21st September as a good beginning towards Global peace." Czech Republic* The President and his office will dedicate time and attention to this matter. The President acknowledges the initiative to arrange for an open dialogue with his country's institutions concerning the best possible fulfilment of the global ceasefire day, and has forwarded the material to The Czech Ministry for Foreign Affairs. El Salvador Commission for Human Rights (CDHES) are finding a project, which will enable them to celebrate a new festival on the 21st September 2002. CDHES have also been publishing details of Peace One Day on their bulletin "La Voz" distributed nationally and internationally. The Gambia* The government of the Republic of The Gambia pledge to work towards achieving the aims and objectives and vision for a day of global ceasefire and fully support the global Peace One Day operations. In order to participate in raising global awareness of the United Nations International Day of Peace the Gambian government is currently supporting educational and public awareness campaigns for global peace from the grass root level by using the media. Ghana Amazing Saving Grace will volunteer and work effectively and efficiently to create maximum awareness and support in all the educational institutions in their communities, regions, and also to all parts Ghana. ASG is dedicated to recognising the potentialities, vision and mission of this great and fruitful initiative at this dawn of globalisation and in the era of the 21st Century, as the vapour of peace had evaporated into thin air. Contact: <mailto:asg at tdpo.africaonline.com.gh> Environment and Development Association of Ghana (EDAG) is organising a workshop on Peace One Day for 100 people drawn up from ethnic groups in Ghana. In addition, to help strengthen and co-ordinate Peace One Day's activities in Ghana, EDAG and other interested parties would like to form Ghana NGO Coalition on Peace One Day - GNCOPOD. International Christian Fellowship Association for Child Care (Ghana) is planning a massive peace festival on 21st September 2002. India City Montessori School Lucknow, India will observe the International Day of Peace as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence in all branches of their schools on 21st September every year. "We plan to organise the following activities on Annual Day of global ceasefire and non-violence. 1. Prayers. 2. Educating children about the need of world peace and reading out UN GA resolution 55/282 by the Principle or a teacher. 3. Brief talks by teachers and students on the current international conflicts in middle East, India and Pakistan and global terrorism, causing devastation, killing of innocent lives, loss of property and sense insecurity. 4. Talk on Mahatma Ghandi's non-violent freedom movement, which won freedom to India". Gandhi In Action <21.03 21.9 - COMMIT - Spirituality - GIA.doc> Following is the tentative program for the 21st September 2002, in India. 1. Hold conferences and Seminars to involve people from all walks of life. 2. Peace rallies of the students of schools, colleges and universities involving local voluntary groups and Gandhian organizations. 3. A National level Youth rally to be organized in New Delhi on the 21st Sept. 2002. 4. Campaign against increasing defence budgets and war mania. The Indian Society of Human Rights and the Centre for Legal Aid and Public Interest Law are planning to commemorate 21st September 2002 as the day of peace and global unity by bringing out press releases to create awareness for global peace and will distribute pamphlets to spread the message of universal brotherhood. Peace and Disarmament Society of Kerala (PADS) is organising and coordinating a state level action campaign programme for 21st September 2002. Yoga, India Head of Yoga: "As you are aware, India - the land of Mahatma Gandhi - believes in the principle of Non-Violence, not only as a state policy but also at citizen's level. We intend to get the wordings of the Resolution Printed on a large size board and display it at a prominent place on permanent bases. By so doing, we assure that each one of approximately 1000 of the participants who visit the Institute everyday get the message of peace embedded into their very lifestyle. We shall also proudly screen the 8 - minute film forwarded by you along with your letter in some of our sessions and important functions which are attended by different professionals like politicians, bureaucrats, teachers, householders, doctors, academicians etc... We will try to observe 21st September every year as 'The International Day Of Peace', which is absolutely necessary for a country like ours, which has faced terrorism for decades. Not only is it imperative for each Indian to believe in peace but citizens of all the nations combined because the world as a whole is facing terrorism." Ireland Glencree Centre for Reconciliation <http:..www.glencree-cfr.ie> is considering how best to mark the event. We'll keep you posted on any updates as they come in. Irish Peace Institute <http://www.ul.ie/ipi> plan to collaborate with the student organisation here in Limerick (Irish Peace Society) to hold a series of lectures from contributors to our recent publication 'Pens for Peace' throughout the day at various venues including the University of Limerick and the Hunt Museum in Limerick city. Kenya Kenyan Peace Promoters plan to reach out to people in the rural areas of the country, and inform them about the Peace One Day campaign. They also plan to distribute plenty of information to people in the urban areas. They hope to be able to visit various organisations and institutions within the city and its environs. They shall endeavour to spread out as far as possible, mainly working in Nairobi where they are based. They are arranging how they could use the media to create awareness of the campaign (amongst) a large number of people nationally, as we approach the (21st September). St Teresa's Girls Primary School "we, the community of St. Teresa's Girls Primary have a poem composed by me the Headteacher, and being recited by Class 7 and 8 girls as our contribution to World Peace Day. We know what peace means to the world and would always come in handy whenever called upon." Lithuania * Office of President Valdas Adamkus "we have distributed information on the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire and non-violence to the non-governmental organisations that might be interested to support and join [the] initiative". Mexico * Ministry of Foreign Affairs: "Mexico will support the global action in favour of the prevention of conflicts, fostering a culture of peace and no violence for which celebrating the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire is a positive contribution". Helen Samuels is in the final negotiations for a Peace One Day event in Mexico City. She is planning a 30-hour celebration with activities planned for all ages. Watch this space for more details. Middle East Friends of the Earth, Middle East <http://www.foei.org/groups/members/middleeast.html> will support the Day in any way they can. We'll keep you posted on any developments as they happen. Morocco Moroccan Association for Environmental Protection "welcomes the initiative and will be happy to take part in it. Plans as to how best mark the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire, are still under consideration." We'll keep you posted on any updates as they come in. New Zealand Peace Through Unity "initiated a Wanganui Culture of Peace Sculpture Competition in the year 2000 and the winning design, created by artist Ross Mitchell-Anyon, is now in the process of being built on public ground with the kind permission and cooperation of Wanganui District Council, under builder Jamie O'Leary's supervision. The 21 September has been chosen for the day the community will celebrate the completion of this project. The Honourable Dame Silvia Cartwright, New Zealand Governor-General, who has been most supportive of this project, will join us in the celebrations. Details still to be worked out." Nigeria* The Honourable Minister of Education, Federal Ministry of Education, has approved that the 21st September 2002 be marked as the day of global ceasefire. Family Research Council of Nigeria will be funding the distribution of letters about Peace One Day and why people and organizations should support the 21st September 2002 ceremony, to one million people all over the world who are on their mailing list. This letter and other information will be sent out by the month of July. In the month of August the Family Research Council of Nigeria will forward information about Peace One Day and the ceremony of 21st September 2002 to all schools and colleges in the Federal Republic of Nigeria on their peace education Network. They will send out posters and newsletters that will enable people to make their own plans for the ceremony. On the 21st September 2002, they will fund a church service to mark the International Day of Peace, a day of global cease fire. They will invite press into the service to record the program, granting interviews for publication in newspapers. The Oke Tude Youth, The True Message of God Mission, wish to pledge that they will observe the prayer with fasting during a 24-hour vigil, in their place of worship, by group members from the community. Pelorus Nigeria, President & CEO: "We shall now observe the day with the people of Amaekpu Ohafia Community in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia state. We will be funding the Amaekpu community New Yam festival for 2002. This occasion has been billed as a day of peace, reconciliation and re-unification between different sections and people of Amaekpu Ohafia community. This community has been at loggerheads with themselves for the past ten years in which they have witnessed real crisis, hatred and virtual disintegration as a people. During the occasion scheduled to commence on 21/9/2002 and terminating on 28/9/2002, His Royal Majesty, Eze Prof. Dr. Emea O. Arua, the Ezeogo (Monarch) of Amaekpu Ohafia will amongst other things give a public lecture to the entire community on the essence and need for peace and global cease fire. His Royal Majesty himself has been most supportive of this programme. From all intentions and indications, this new programme by Pelorus whilst achieving its major objective of reuniting the Amaekpu community, will be a carnival of a sort as many dance groups had been invited to perform in the peace and reconciliation celebrations, which will culminate in the communities annual new yam festivals. The occasion will offer free entertainment to a reunited community members." Pakistan Co-operation for Peace and Unity (CPAU) are planning to observe the Day along with 30,000 students in their schools with guest speakers. Students will also be given the opportunity to express their views about peace. CPAU are also willing to inform all their contacts about the Day and create thousands of posters, distributing them as widely as possible. They are also inviting the media to broadcast their activities on the Day. Shamsheer Ali says "I commit myself as an individual to use my influences in NGOs in my town and elsewhere in Pakistan 'to honour and celebrate the UN International Day of Peace' and introduce Peace One Day to them. I will keep you posted of the progress made." Panama* Minister of Foreign Relations "The Republic of Panama will promote the celebration of the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire and expresses its readiness to exchange ideas and suggestions with [Peace One Day] to achieve the full realisation of this noble objective". Philippines St. Benedict College, Muntinlupa City, Philippines has forwarded information to at least 20 schools and colleges in the Philippines via their Peace Education Network. The UN International day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire coincides with their Peace Congress of Grade Scholars and some affiliated celebration will hopefully take place. Romania* Ministry of Education and Research have given their full commitment to initiating and organising activities to mark the forthcoming UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. Institute for Regional Co-operation and Conflict Prevention (INCOR) is setting up a regional initiative for the Day in the field of culture and religious dialogue. Russia International Foundation for Socio-Economic and Political Research (the Gorbachev Foundation) shall try to use the 21st September 2002 to organise, within the framework of their foundation, the events supporting the rigorous observance and broadening the time frame of the cease-fire on earth, with the ultimate aim to achieve the complete elimination of wars and any other forms of armed violence from the life of the world community. Sierra Leone Friends of the Earth, Sierra Leone <http://www.foei.org/groups/members/sierraleone.html> has invited individuals and groups to discuss and plan for the Day. We'll keep you posted on any developments as they happen. Slovak Republic* Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Slovak Republic, Director, United Nations Department: "Slovakia, as one of the co-sponsors of the UN GA resolution 55/282, is wholeheartedly committed to ideas of global peace and non-violence. The Slovak authorities fully support the objectives and activities of Peace One Day and have already begun preparations for the appropriate commemoration of the Day. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has distributed information on the Day to the relevant institutions and through the public notice on it's website and media channels it acquainted the people of Slovakia from all walks of life with the ideas of International Peace Day observance. I shall keep you informed about further preparations of the commemoration of the Day in due course." Slovenia* On behalf of the President: "It is our common commitment to ensure that the day becomes one of practical significance for the global community, serving as an opportunity for all the activities and initiatives that may help unite people." South Africa* The Ministry of Education will mark the Day as part of their Values in Education Programme of Action (seeking to obtain commitment from teachers, learners and policy makers, to the values in the South African Constitution, including values of democracy, human dignity and reconciliation). Artwork, creative writing and presentations on the theme of 'Past conflicts - future peace' will aim to make young students aware of the importance of peace. Centre for Conflict Resolution <http://ccrweb.ccr.uct.ac.za/> is considering how best to mark the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. We'll keep you posted on any updates as they come in. Sri Lanka Krishna, Sri Lankan musician, will do everything possible to make the day happen in Sri Lanka. Samasevaya (NGO) is organizing a series of activities to commemorate the Day effectively. Contact: samasev at sltnet.lk <mailto:samasev at sltnet.lk> Taiwan Peace Time Foundation of Taiwan <http://www.peace.org.tw/> are organising a peace parade in Taipei (capital of Taiwan) to commemorate the ceasefire day. UK A>>B Centre is organising a group ride for cyclists and 'conscious commuters' on the 21st of September. Departing from Portobello Road at noon, to loop around London until nightfall. We will have strategic stops at specified pubs, to refresh and recruit more riders throughout the day. The emphasis will be community, music, and fun in the sun, to benefit Peace (on the streets) One Day. Arsenal Football Club Plc "will ensure that a piece on 'Peace One Day' will appear in our September 21st programme, which will be against Bolton Wanderers." The Elbow Room, London are delighted to be involved in 'Peace for one Day' and they will be holding a Pool for Peace Event on 21st September 2002. Bracknell Forest Unitary Authority <http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/index.htm> is holding a music event during the day on 21st September, and will have a laser show in the evening spelling out 'Peace One Day' and the 'global ceasefire day'. Bradford University <http://www.brad.ac.uk/external/> students are setting up a group to develop their commitment on the Day. Bournemouth Youth Council the Young People from Bournemouth Youth Council are arranging 'peace@the_pier' from 12:00-6:00pm on 21st September on Bournemouth Pier. The event will provide an opportunity for Young People across the Borough to perform and show case their talents in one of Bournemouth's prime locations. With Young People providing the entertainment with live musical acts, dancers, DJ's, comedians and a host of other varied performances running continuously throughout the day, with a range of other attractions and things for people to play on. Contact on byc at bournemouth.gov.uk <mailto:byc at bournemouth.gov.uk>. Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) UK <http://www.cnduk.org/> "supports Peace One Day and is encouraging people to start planning to get together in every country and in your own community to celebrate this first ever global cease-fire day and to communicate any commitments directly to POD so that they can be put on the website." Amanda Chapman will organise an activity at work, and within her local SGI Buddhist group. Children in London will be bringing their toy guns to Finsbury Park, London (UK), in a mock amnesty. Alan Cotton the international artist has committed to create a picture on the Day and donate it to Peace One Day. It will then be auctioned off with the profits going to the campaign. Stephanie Cowton "my commitment is to write an article on what people can do and how they can celebrate the ceasefire day and place it in the college newsletter." Erin Currin "I commit to spreading the word about Peace One Day." Diocese of Southwark <http://www.dswark.org/> is informing the various peace groups in the Diocese of Peace One Day and the establishment of the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. The next edition of the 'Southwark Justice and Peace News' will contain an article on Peace One Day and our work in establishing the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire, and thus ensure that the local groups in the Diocese acknowledge and support the day in ways that they can organise at a local level. The priests of the Diocese will be made aware of the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire through the Ad Clerum, that is a newsletter from myself to the priests and deacons of the Diocese. They will be encouraged to support the Day by their prayers and those of the people in their parishes. Diocese of Westminster <http://www.westminsterdiocese.org.uk/> has notified their clergy and have put the day into their calendar for 2002, together with details of this website. Diocese of Wrexham <http://we.r-c.org.uk/> The Bishop of Wrexham "is hosting an inter-faith service to commemorate Peace One Day, which will be held outside the Cathedral in Wrexham at 10.00am on 21st September. This day is being organised by the Diocesan Peace & Justice Commission with the active support of the Bishop and the Dean of the Cathedral. We shall certainly pray that this 'Peace One Day' will bear great fruit for the happiness of humanity." East Anglia North Buddhist SGI Chapter are committed to raising awareness and is in the process of organising an event. More details to follow later. Edinburgh & Fife Buddhist SGI-UK Chapter ...and local members of the 'Buddhist Society for the creation of value through peace, education and culture' "are to organise a 24-hour chain of chanting from midnight to midnight on the 21 September with prayers for the success of every single activity and for the sake of peace!" Exeter Quakers On September 20th Exeter Quakers are inviting members of the Muslim, Jewish and Bahai communities and all those concerned for Peace to join them at the weekly Peace Vigil in Bedford Square from 5-6 and to bring food to share at the Friends Meeting House afterwards. On September 21st at request of Devon County Council, the Woodcraft folk are organising Devon Peace Day in Northernhay Gardens (venue to be confirmed) from 1-6. Many organisations are being invited and Exeter CND will be having a stall there. Natalie Fee "I am very much into the concept that peace starts from within; a peaceful person inspires peace in the family, peaceful family inspires peaceful community, peaceful community inspires peaceful nation and so on. I intend to organise at least one group meditation on peace one day, to compliment any 'outer' activity I am involved in. The idea of which is to bring our awareness to the place of infinite peace that resides in each of us." Jay Francis "I will be joining Peace One Day for their event in London, England on the 21st September 2002." Garden Ling Buddhist Centre "we are making plans to mark the Day on September 14th as we cannot do the 21st. We plan to hire a Scouts outdoor activity centre for the Day and to mix Buddhist/Christian prayers and meditation for peace with a day of activities for children and general mixing and socialising. We plan to begin the Day with family prayers, have a morning of activities and lunch together followed by more prayers then activities." Chris Gardner will be organising an event on this very special day on the 21/9, here in Stroud at the local theatre. "I am a member of Soka Gakkai International, and having attended the Peace convention at Wembley, we decided that we should hold a similar event here, on a more local level. We aim to have a mix of speakers and entertainment, and a range of ages, as we want every generation to be involved." General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Committee on Church and Nation. At the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in May 2002, the report of the Committee on Church and Nation contained this short passage: "Peace One Day The United Nations with the support of many national governments including, prominently, that of the United Kingdom, is promoting the introduction of an annual Global Ceasefire Day. This is to be marked for the first time on September 21st 2002. The churches have been asked to give this initiative their support and the Committee believes that it would be right for the Church of Scotland to do so. We do not propose to make any suggestions about how this might be done, but we believe that local groups and congregations will find ways of marking the day in appropriate ways. For those who wish to find out more, this can be done at www.peaceoneday.org <http://www.peaceoneday.org>." Subsequently, the General Assembly agreed the following Deliverance: "Encourage congregations to mark 21 September 2002 as the first Global Ceasefire Day." Global Peace Campaign (Mid Sussex) are holding a Peace One Day event in mid Sussex, with the purpose of bringing together local organisations to explore issues relating to world peace. Greenwich Young People's Council "are organising a human chain for peace around Greenwich on the Day, involving young people from primary and secondary schools in the borough. To get involved please contact Greenwich Young People's Council through the British Youth Council <http://www.byc.org.uk/>." Griffon "my commitment is to bring Peace and Love with me." Harold's Planet are designing an animated Peace One Day electronic greetings card which will be available on www.peaceoneday.org <http://www.peaceoneday.org> and on their website www.haroldsplanet.co.uk <http://www.haroldsplanet.co.uk> for people to send to each other helping to raise awareness of the 21st September as the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire and non-violence. Suzy Harvey will be bringing her family and friends together for a peace dinner on the 21st September. The Holy Innocents Church Justice and Peace Group The Holy Innocents Church Justice and Peace Group plan to organise a special mass for the day. Charlotte Jackson "as I am a Pagan I will honour this day by performing a personal ritual to send out loving thoughts to the world. I will also be telling everyone I know to commit to this wonderful day of peace". Caron Jones "to raise awareness of the plight of refugees and also unfair trade, which affects poor countries by marking the 21st September with a special event at my vegetarian café." Matt Kemp is making a pilgrimage on foot for 40 days, covering 750 km, from St Jean Pied de Port on the French side of the Pyrenees to the shrine of Santiago (St James) in Compostela, Galicia, Spain. Matt's target is to raise £10 for every kilometre walked. Money goes to Peace One Day. Wendy Lee "Richard Branson's speech at Peace One Day, in London on 12th June, was so inspiring that I have committed to make up with my sister-in-law, whom I have not spoken to for 8 years. It won't be easy." Helen Lees "During the Autumn Equinox festival, also 21st September, I will focus the group meditation on world peace, adding our thoughts to the growing impulse towards a more harmonious world, for us now and for future generations." Cate Luff "I will lobby the local parish and City Councils in Hampshire to gain their support in promoting the campaign within the region. I will also work with local interest groups to organize a balloon release of peace-pledges on the 21st in my hometown". The Meditation School <http://www.themeditationschool.com/> has a link to Peace One Day on their website to raise people's awareness of the day. We'll keep you posted on any updates as they come in. Mothers for Peace "celebrate their 21 years of peacemaking on the 20/21st of September with the installation of a seat in Tavistock Square and a party at the Quaker International Centre. We aim to have the seat ceremony to coincide with the historic Peace One Day and the UN International Day of Peace on the 21st. The seat will bear a plaque with the words of the Quaker poster, which inspired our founders, Lucy Behenna and Marion Mansergh: "World Peace will come through the will of ordinary People like yourself". We see great significance in this date and resolve ourselves to further developing our peacemaking towards global ceasefire and non-violence." Karen Moody "I will begin now by passing on information to friends. As a teacher I will share the information with my students and use it as an opportunity to discuss, write about, and raise awareness of peace." Movement for the Abolition of War (MAW) have included an article on Peace One Day in their February 2002 newsletter, and will encourage all those on their mailing list to make their own plans for that day. Musicians Against Nuclear Arms will mention this special day in their Newsletter, which is sent to 400 members throughout Britain. The National Association of Youth Theatres is encouraging its membership from across the UK to put together a piece of theatre entitled 'Peace One Day'. This could involve literally thousands of children. Nottingham Students Peace Movement <http://communities.msn.co.uk/NottinghamStudentsPeaceMovement>, based at the University of Nottingham (UK), working with all students in the Nottingham area, are keen to help promote September 21 on campus and in the city. Old Red Lion Theatre Ventures will perform a new play 'Waiting for The Angels' by Seamus Finngan. The play reflects the themes of inner and outer peace and the possibility of forgiveness. Performed 17.09.02 - 12.10.02. Pacifist Party/Peace Co-operation Environment The Pacifist Party will be holding a stall in North Street, Guildford 21.9.02. Leaflets will be given out to passers-by, petitions will be available, sign and badges, pamphlets and books about all aspects of peace will available for purchase. The emphasis on 21st September this year will be on support for the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire and non-violence. Pax Christi UK <http://www.paxchristi.net/> will be informing their members about this initiative. Peace One Day events for young people in the UK on the 21st September have been confirmed in the following Local Education Authorities (LEAs) or Unitary Authorities. Barnsley Hartlepool Bath and North East Somerset Isle of Wight Blackburn Kensington and Chelsea Bournemouth Kent Bracknell Forest Lancashire Brent Merton Bristol Newham Bromley Norfolk Camden Portsmouth Cumbria Richmond Darlington Rutland Derby City St. Helens Devon Solihull Dorset Southend-on-Sea East Sussex Sutton Greenwich Westminster Harrow Weymouth Wiltshire Peace Petal Kids Project "my project is to make a giant human flower in Fryant Country Park, Wembley, to celebrate the idea of peace as a possibility. It involves 6 junior schools in Brent, total number of children 1540, so far, aged between 4-11. The event is planned for Friday afternoon 20th September 2002 and we are looking for support / sponsorship for an aerial photo, pom-poms and badges." Pembrokeshire SGI-UK Buddhist group is organizing a networked event involving young people throughout the county mostly with youth clubs and other youth organizations. Quakers UK <http://www.quaker.org.uk/> will be publicising the Peace One Day idea through their peace networks among Quakers and other activists in their forthcoming publications over the next few months. Quaker Group, Bridlington will be celebrating peace, 10am-5pm 21.9.02, Key Road, Haverlock Street, Bridlington, UK. The Reform Synagogues of Great Britain <http://www.refsyn.org.uk/home/shtml> and the Union of Liberal and Progressive Synagogues <http://www.ulps.org/> "wholeheartedly endorse the aims of Peace One Day. 21st September - global ceasefire day - falls this year, not only on Shabbat, but also during the festival of Sukkot or Tabernacles. At this time it is a Jewish tradition to construct 'booths' open to the elements, to eat in them and to invite special guests. We intend to show our commitment to the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire by encouraging all of our synagogues and constituent organisations to work towards the day with special educational programmes to raise awareness of the wider issues and how we can all make a difference. We hope to mark the day itself with the construction in London of a large communal Sukkah for Peace in a public place." Richmond Unitarian Church will be holding a celebration of peace on 21.9.02 at 3pm at the Richmond Unitarian Church, Ormond Road, Richmond, London, UK. Kirsten Rose "I commit to write a song for peace one day and to perform it and inform my audiences about POD at every show I play before 21st September... and after." Helen Sheppard "I will create awareness through my art and music i.e. printing postcards, singing songs for 21st Sept 02 and will try to put on a benefit concert here in Paignton in Devon gathering up all the local talent and through radio and press make this area aware." Amanda Jane Smith is asking for Peace Rose Gardens throughout the world to mark the UN International day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. She is also asking mothers to come together with their babies for 'peace baby tea parties' on the Day. As the children grow they will linked through their association with the Day. Unitarian and Free Christian Churches <http://www.unitarian.org.uk/> have passed a resolution at their General Assembly asking the General Secretary to write to the British government urging national observance of the Day - this letter has now been sent. The resolution suggests that all constituent congregations, affiliated societies and individual members write to their local members of parliament urging the British government to support the Day at the international level. The resolution also urges all constituent congregations, affiliated societies and individual members to find appropriate ways in which they can mark the Day in their local communities. Update will follow. The Unitarian Peace Fellowship is organising a public meeting at Oat Street Unitarian Chapel in Evesham on Saturday 21 September to mark the occasion. The event starts at 2pm and the title for the day is "The Humanitarian Cost of War". The speaker will be Brian Johnson-Thomas, a journalist involved with the International Action Network on Small Arms. Wallasey, CND "to mark this occasion, Wallasey CND are inviting people to join them at Earlston Road Library Wallasey on 21.9 2pm - 4pm for a exhibition of peace archive materials and an opportunity for children to draw their vision of peace for all." Sarah E. Wellinger "I will invite everyone in my e-mail address book to join in the International Day of Peace. Also, I will invite relatives and close friends to attend the evening Mass at my church to pray for peace on September 21st. This will be followed by a get-together at my home to discuss what we can do personally to promote global peace." Gill Williams "to raise awareness of the day in every possible way and organise a shared meal for peace at my place of work." Wolverhampton CND will be celebrating the Day on 21.9.02 and will be writing about Peace One Day in the Wolverhampton CND Bulletin. Standard Chartered markets bank are posting a statement on their intranet to promote the UN International Day of Peace as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence. USA Dan and Brenda Cooke will be hosting a dinner party in Dallas, TX for friends and family to celebrate the day. Individuals will gather in Brooklyn, NY at Prospect Park to Walk For Peace in celebration of the Day. If you would like to register for the Walk (it's free) or would like further information on this event, please email:peaceonedayUSA at hotmail.com <:peaceonedayusa at hotmail.com>. Medical Mission Sisters is holding individual and group gatherings for prayer and sharing about the power of non-violence in the face of so much violence in evidence in our world. Promoting Enduring Peace Inc. is planning as to how best celebrate the UN International Day of Peace, a day of global ceasefire. It is also circulating material to all the peace activists in Connecticut. We'll keep you posted on any updates as they come in. Tahoe International Film Festival, Friends at Lake Tahoe "we here will be holding hands entirely around LAKE TAHOE beginning at 12 noon on 21/9, we invite all those with peaceful intentions to hold 2 hands of some others together at that time. . . as well just where you're are at where ever you happen to be and we will all be holding hands around the world, following the sun around the planet and then we shall take a walk in our communities singing the songs of peace and we will light a candle at sunset then simply keeping it lit in our hearts throughout our lives . . . forever. The WORLD is now changed as the light bearers unite . . .in PEACE and PURPOSE." United Gay and Lesbian Peace Corps will begin a campaign with their members on April 1st 2002. 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