CMI — Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation

In these turbulent times, the EU must reaffirm its role as a peace project, focusing on the essential work of mediation, dialogue, and conflict resolution. It is clear that security and defense alone are insufficient. The EU must invest in peacemaking - this is a smart, long-term investment that will pay for itself and benefit us all. These were the key messages at the Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminar, held in the European Parliament in Brussels on Monday. The seminar was part of CMI’s event series, which stimulates discussions about the future of peacemaking, building on the living legacy of President Ahtisaari. Conversations about peace are urgently needed in a situation where the space for it has narrowed. The event aimed to bring the peace agenda to the forefront of the newly elected European Parliament and the newly appointed College of Commissioners. It gathered MEPs, peacemakers, and diplomats to reflect on President Ahtisaari’s legacy and the EU’s future as a peace project. Ahtisaari frequently emphasized that the EU’s most important task is to build peace. The speakers agreed that the EU can and should play a larger role in this mission, but the work for peace requires greater commitment and funding. They highlighted the EU's ability to bring conflicting parties together and facilitate dialogue. For example, the European Parliament plays a crucial role in promoting peace through inter-parliamentary dialogues. EU enlargement was also discussed as a significant opportunity for peace, though it must be handled carefully. The seminar was co-organized with the European Parliament, Ireland, and Finland. Ulkoministeriö Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland #peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy Photos: Alexis Haulot/EU

Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminar about to begin at the European Parliament in Brussels. Conversations about peace are urgently needed in a situation where the space for it has narrowed. At a critical time for the EU and the world, the Brussels event seeks to bring the peace agenda to the centre of attention of the newly elected European Parliament and the newly appointed European college. The seminar is co-organised with the European Parliament, Ireland and Finland. #peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy

Currently at Tampere Peace Day, the Finnish peacemaking ecosystem and invited experts engage in thought-provoking discussions on the future of peace. This year’s theme, "(Re)Searching Peace," challenges participants to critically rethink peace and explore how peace research and practice can adapt to the pluralities of peace. We are bridging the gap between research and practice while exploring emerging agencies and practices in an era marked by increasing contestation and global crises. Tampere Peace Day is organized by the Tampere Peace Research Institute (TAPRI), CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, Finn Church Aid (FCA), and The Finnish Evangelical Lutheran Mission (FELM). Pictures by Marjaana Malkamäki for CMI #TamperePeaceDay

In these turbulent times, what gives you hope for a more peaceful world? We asked Suldaan Said Ahmed, the Finnish Foreign Minister's Special Envoy on Peace Mediation in the Horn of Africa, at the Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminar in Ankara. #peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy

Wherever Suldaan Said Ahmed goes, people ask about Martti Ahtisaari. We spoke to Finland’s Special Envoy on Peace Mediation in the Horn of Africa at the Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminar in Ankara. With these events, CMI aims to spark dialogue on the future of peacemaking. 🕊#peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy 🕊

'It's a question of political will,' said Ambassador Timur Söylemez, Türkiye’s Director General for International Mediation, on the challenges facing today's peacemaking. Ambassador Söylemez attended the launch of the Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminars, which aim to create discussion on the future of peacemaking in a turbulent world. #peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy

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What is President Ahtisaari's legacy for peacemaking? We spoke to Ambassador Timur Söylemez, Türkiye’s Director General for International Mediation, at the Martti Ahtisaari Legacy Seminar in Ankara. These seminars aim to spark dialogue on the future of peacemaking in today’s turbulent world. #peaceisaquestionofwill #ahtisaarilegacy

The second annual Tampere Peace Day will take place at Tampere University on December 2nd. This year, Tampere Peace Day is centered around the theme of (Re)Searching Peace. We encourage participants to discuss how peace research and practice can adapt to pluralities of peace(s). The event will be organized jointly by TAPRI – Tampere Peace Research Institute, CMI — Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, Finn Church Aid (FCA) and the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran Mission (Felm). More information about program and a registration link to the event at Tapri's website 👇

CMI is now seeking a Project Manager, Great Lakes Region, for its Sub-Saharan Africa team! The position is fixed-term until 31 December 2026 and is located in Helsinki or Brussels. Apply by 20 November: https://lnkd.in/du_m4ThD