International Day of Peace observances may include: Reading UN and UPF statements about the International Day of Peace and observing one minute of silence A forum on the theme chosen by the United Nations Prayers and readings from various religions (see PowerPoint presentations in English | French | Russian | Spanish), which can be read as representatives of various religions each light a candle or pour water into a common bowl Music, art, dances, and food from various cultures A march, rally, service project, or sports event

United Nations International Day of Peace: "For potential partners see:
The International Day of Peace Vigil
The Peace Pole Project
United Religions Initiative Cooperation Circles
Campus Peace Centers
Peace Jam's Global Call to Action"

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Each year on September 21, the UN invites all nations and people to honor a cessation of hostilities and commemorate the International Day of Peace through education and public awareness on issues related to peace. In the quest for peace, UPF and its Ambassadors for Peace around the world organize commemorations of the International Day of Peace each year. Theme for 2013: "Education for Peace" "It is not enough to teach children how to read, write and count. Education has to cultivate mutual respect for others and the world in which we live, and help people forge more just, inclusive and peaceful societies." - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, 100-day Countdown Message to the International Day of Peace

United Nations International Day of Peace: "2013 Observances Planned
Argentina - International Poetry Contest awards in Buenos Aires
Austria - Forum with Rigoberta Menchu at the Vienna International Centre
Barbados - A week of activities in Bridgetown
Costa Rica - Television broadcasts and a peace fair in San Jose
Czech Republic - Celebration in Prague
Dominican Republic - Celebration in Bonao
Ecuador - A celebration in the National Assembly's former Senate Hall
Netherlands - Peace education, music and refreshments in The Hague
Nigeria - National Peacebuilding Convocation in Abuja
Paraguay - Seminar in Asuncion
Peru - Forum in the Peruvian Congress
Solomon Islands - Educational forum in Honiara
UK - Concert in London of Middle Eastern music featuring Tally Koren and Nizar Abu Zeidolomo"

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