Staff Reporter
Like other parts of the globe, United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Peace will be marked on September 21(Monday) across the globe including Pakistan to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace.
The International Day of Peace also a day of ceasefire – personal or political, dove a symbol often associated with the International Day of Peace.
On the International Day of Peace, also known as Peace Day, people around the world take part in various activities and organize events centered on the theme “peace”.
Events vary from private gatherings to public concerts and forums involving large audiences. Activities included Interfaith peace ceremonies, A toast for peace, A peace choir, Lighting candles, Peace prayers, A peace convoy of vehicles, Tree planting for peace, Art exhibitions promoting peace, Picnics for peace, Peace walks.
Organizations such as Roots and Shoots, an international environmental and humanitarian program for youth, show their support for the event on an annual basis. Young people involved in Roots and Shoots may engage in activities such as crafting giant peace dove puppets from re-used materials and flying the doves in their communities.