Principles for Peace

After 2 years of a global, inclusive, participatory process we are happy to launch the #PeacemakingCovenant, a common compass around which all peacemaking actors can come together to catalyse a new way of working and build a more peaceful future. Learn more - https://lnkd.in/euF56MRr

🎉 The #GenevaPeaceWeek report is out! 🎉 🌍 Our Somali government counterparts, including H.E. Yusuf Ali, Somali Minister of Interior, Reconciliation and Federal Affairs, and Mustafa Abdullahi Hassan, Director General of South West’s Ministry of Interior, Local Governance, and Reconciliation, feature among the eminent speakers contributing to the event. 🕊️ The report also highlights our Executive Director, Hiba Qasas, for her participation in the Peace Talk. We would like to express our gratitude for everyone who made Geneva Peace Week possible, and to our partners and collaborators for their participation.

🎉 We are very proud to announce that, along with our exceptional partners, Peace Games have received the Serious Games Innovation Award at Interservice / Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference I/ITSEC 2024. And what an honour for our partners at CRISP to collect the award in person at I/ITSEC 2024. 🌐 Inspired by “War Games”, and reversing their logic, “Peace Games” are an innovative tool, AI-supported, designed to simulate real-world scenarios to test conflict resolutions and other peace related strategies. This approach provides participants with structured role-playing exercises which involve various stakeholders like governments, international organizations, and representatives from civil society. The immersive nature of peacegaming enables participants to experiment with decision-making processes and explore multifaceted solutions in a risk-free environment. 🕊️ Peace Games are an integral part of the P4P tools and methodologies. In the past, we have conducted Peace Games tailored to specific groups of experts, such as mediators or security actors, and we designed exercises to address the specific needs of our partners. For example, we supported the Somali government in developing a strategy to implement its National Reconciliation Framework and explored the potential of a two-state solution to the conflict between Israel and Palestine. 💓 We have nothing but gratitude for everyone who has contributed to the development of Peace Games. As our partners at CRISP said, “This achievement didn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of years of innovation, resilience, and learning from challenges.” Together, we can continue to utilize new and innovative technologies as they arise, to meet the contemporary challenges in conflicts and protracted peace processes with new methods of peacebuilding. #ITSEC2024 #SeriousGames #InnovationAward #ConflictTransformation #Peacebuilding #Peacegame #AI #PrinciplesforPeace #CRISP #HybridSolutions

🎉 Exciting Milestone for Somalia’s National Reconciliation Framework (NRF)!  Last week in Nairobi, an important step was taken in advancing the NRF under the leadership of the Somali Ministry of Interior, Reconciliation, and Federal Affairs (MoIFAR). The NRF Advisory Board was officially presented to stakeholders on December 3rd, marking the culmination of extensive consultations across Office of Prime Minister, Somali Member States, civil society, and international partners.  This strategy reflects a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration and sets the stage for transforming reconciliation efforts into impactful actions.  💡 Key Highlights from the Event:  ✔️ A strong call for a whole-of-society approach, prioritizing inclusivity and pluralism.  ✔️ Emphasis on institutional legitimacy and collaboration across government levels, aligning the NRF with the National Transformation Plan (NTP).  ✔️ A focus on accountability through the development of a robust measurement framework.  This launch saw the establishment of the Technical Advisory Board (TAB) and further discussion of the NRF implementation strategy.   We were thrilled to attend the launch and spend a few days in Nairobi to engage with key stakeholders, including the Somali Minister of the Interior and representatives of Somali institutions, and international partners like the EU, FCDO Somalia Stability Fund, and embassies from Denmark, Switzerland, and Finland. These discussions reaffirmed the collective commitment to sustainable reconciliation in Somalia. Looking ahead, P4P remains committed to supporting the Somali government in continuing its journey towards reconciliation. We stand ready to provide strategic advisory support, co-design the methodology for the development of the NRF measurement framework and a Reconciliation Barometer, and assist in the digitization of the NRF, ensuring its accessibility and scalability. We will also continue organizing peace game simulations, which have proven invaluable in facilitating collaboration, engagement, and ownership of the NRF across different stakeholders.     📸 Swipe through to see moments from the events:  Remarks from different stakeholders at the launch event on December 3rd.  P4P contributing expertise and calling for cooperation on the NRF   Key bilateral meetings in Nairobi between P4P and partners form the Somali government and the international community.    #Reconciliation #PeaceBuilding #Somalia #NationalReconciliationFramework #PrinciplesForPeace

We were delighted to attend an informal briefing at DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance, where we explored the learnings from the three-year partnership between Conciliation Resources and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation / 公益財団法人 笹川平和財団 (SPF). Their joint report on the complexities of mediating self-determination conflicts offered critical insights, drawing from cases spanning the South Caucasus, the Horn of Africa, and South/Southeast Asia. 📍This exchange reinforced our belief that legitimacy and trust in peace processes can only be achieved by prioritizing inclusive, localized strategies that address root causes and reflect the voices of all stakeholders. Thank you to the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and the speakers for their inspiring work and commitment to advancing mediation practices globally.

Today, we celebrated another year of impact with the brilliant Principles for Peace team at our annual retreat. Reflecting on our achievements, I am immensely proud of this dedicated group, whose passion, heart, and care drive their unwavering support for peace-minded leaders and actors, advancing the global peace agenda with purpose and determination. As we look ahead, 2025 promises to be a transformative year. P4P is launching a suite of tools powered by 20 years of data from 56 countries and AI to support the peace ecosystem and multilateral system. 📌 Our Focus Areas: - Country-Level Accompaniment: Supporting peace efforts in Somalia, the Philippines, Palestine, Israel, the region and beyond. - P4P Peace Navigator:Leveraging decades of data to track peace engagement quality and trajectory. - Knowledge & Peace Effectiveness Products: Tools, simulations, policy briefs and methodologies to support, measure and enhance peace impact globally. Together, we are committed to strengthening local leadership and multilateralism, advancing peace processes, and driving data-driven solutions for Peace and security.Excited to share more in the coming months! Thanks to our wonderful Chairman, Yves Daccord, and the P4P fantastic team for the joy of working together with passion, commitment, and dedication. Hand in hand with our partners, we continue to break new ground, dare boldly, and push boundaries to create the meaningful impact we strive for. Peter Batchelor Roberto Paganini Paul Yan Augusta Nannerini, PhD Elio Azar @Danijela Stojanovic Danielle Levi Nicolas Rougy Larry Attree, Valérie Künzler Emma Daccord Antonia Salathé, Yasmine C. Cordes, Keith Krause, our Team in Manilla and Benedikt Truniger #Peacebuilding #DataInnovation #GlobalPeace #Teamwork

Feeling truly inspired after attending the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform session last Thursday, where I had the honor of hearing from three remarkable Kofi Annan Foundation Young Changemakers: Laura Pistarini Teixeira Nunes, Victor Okechukwu Chimezie, and Sameer Ali Khan. These visionary young leaders are living proof that age is no barrier to driving inspiring, practical, and sustainable change. What resonated most with me was how their projects, which exemplified grassroots and localized peacebuilding, mirrored PBI’s own mission—a powerful reminder that sustainable peace is born from within communities. In a world often dominated by top-down approaches, it’s the community-driven efforts that spark lasting transformation, deeply rooted in the experiences of those most affected by conflict. The session also stood out for the honesty in the room. There was a refreshing openness in the discussion, where difficult truths were shared, and the challenges of peacebuilding were confronted head-on. It wasn’t just a meeting—it was a genuine exchange of ideas, experiences, and reflections that made us all rethink what peacebuilding truly entails. This space beautifully bridged the gap between seasoned professionals and the next generation of peacebuilders, offering us not just a seat at the table, but a platform where our voices were truly heard and where we can meaningfully participate in these discussions. This exchange wholeheartedly reminded me that youth are not merely the leaders of tomorrow—we are the change-makers of today. I walked away from the session energized and confident that we are all part of a global movement, one that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the transformative power of grassroots activism. I would like to truly thank Principles for Peace, Kofi Annan Foundation, the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform, CCDP - Centre on Conflict, Development and Peacebuilding, and Interpeace, especially Antonia Salathé and Peter Batchelor for the wonderful opportunity to represent the Peacebuilding Initiative at this exchange. Here's to more honest, open, and productive discourse on peacebuilding efforts in every corner of the world! Cyprien Fluzin | Luvini Ranasinghe | Eliza U. | Antonia Salathé | Claire Inderkummen | Peter Batchelor | Anja Tresse | Laura Pistarini Teixeira Nunes | Victor Okechukwu Chimezie | Sameer Ali Khan | Tatiana Avanthay |

🎉 Delighted to join the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform session held on 21 November which showcased the projects of three exceptional Kofi Annan Foundation Young Changemakers, who are engaged in innovative peacebuilding activities across the globe. 🎙️ The participating Kofi Annan Young Changemakers included: ▪️ Laura Pistarini Teixeira Nunes (Italy/Brazil, based in Romania): Advocates for social justice and peace education with PATRIR, supporting Ukrainian civil society. ▪️ Victor Okechukwu Chimezie (Nigeria): Founder of Mind Reformers Network, empowering youth as peacebuilders through education and workshops. ▪️ Sameer Ali Khan (Pakistan): Founder of Collective Pakistan, addressing online hate speech and promoting peaceful coexistence. 💡 The session provided a space to discuss the intersection of local and global peacebuilding efforts and intergenerational peace dialogues. GPP members including Principles for Peace, Interpeace, and CCDP - Centre on Conflict, Development and Peacebuilding – provided insights from their peacebuilding activities, complemented by a young professional’s perspective, provided by Shruti Satish, president of the Geneva Graduate Institute’s Peacebuilding Initiative. 🌍 This exchange concluded with a vibrant Q&A, fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration among attendees. A great opportunity to engage with the next generation of peacebuilders. #KofiAnnanYoungChangemakers #PrinciplesforPeace #Solidarity #IntergenerationalDialogues #Pluralism #YoungPeacebuilders #GenevaPeacebuildingPlatform #PeacebuildingInitiative #Interpeace #CCDP #PositivePeace #SustainablePeace #MindReformersNetwork #CollectivePakistan #PATRIR

🎉 Warm congratulations to recently appointed Ambassador Dr. Khadija Ali, who will represent the Government of Somalia with European Union Institutions. As a member of the Board of the Principles for Peace Foundation, we wish you all the best in your new role! 🎉

🕊️ Join us this week at Peace Café!   Dr. Augusta Nannerini, PhD, our Program Officer at Principles for Peace, will be sharing her journey and insights on inclusion in peace processes during a candid conversation on “Tools for Transformation: Insights on Inclusion Peacebuilding” at Peace Café, hosted by the Peacebuilding Initiative.   📅 Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 🕕 Time: 18:00 📍 Location: The Fab, Maison de la Paix - Geneva Graduate Institute   Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with our experts in a student-led discussion, designed to inspire the next generation of changemakers! #PrinciplesforPeace #Inclusion #Accompaniment #Peacegaming #WomenPeaceandSecurity #WomenPeacebuilders #Peacebuilding #PeacebuildingInitiative #GenevaGraduateInstitute #IHEID