UN International Day of Peace

Anyone, anywhere can celebrate Peace Day. Millions of people in all countries do. It can be as simple as lighting a candle at noon, or just sitting in silent meditation. Or it can involve getting your friends, family, organization, community or government engaged in a large event. The impact of millions of people in all parts of the world, coming together for one day of peace, is immense. Take this opportunity to make peace in your own relationships as well as impact the larger conflicts of our time. Imagine what a whole Day of Peace would mean to humankind.Each year, Ban Ki-moon the SG of the UN writes a special message for the Day of Peace. Please find this year's message below Tune in the Day of Peace OnlineUN Headquarters in NYC will observe the International Day of Peace on September 19 from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Dr Jane will be in attendance as well as several Roots & Shoots groups from the NYC-metro area. You can tune in live via UN Web TV. Peace Day TV will also broadcast live events happening around the globe from 12 noon (Pacific) until 12 midnight (Pacific) on September 21.Celebrate with us wherever you are!the Roots & Shoots Team