2011 Peace Day Activities

Here is what Interpeace and its partners did on Peace Day 21 September 2011.


Rwanda: Striding out for peace in Kigali

Rwanda: Striding out for peace in Kigali

Key players in the peacebuilding process in Rwanda united to stride out for peace on Peace Day celebrated on Wednesday 21 September 2011. A concert and speeches provided a finale for an enthusiastic and positive day.

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Somali Region: White for peace in Puntland

Somali Region: White for peace in Puntland

For the women of Puntland, wearing white symbolizes peace. On 21 September 2011, 50 women took to the streets to raise awareness of the need to further embed peace in the region.

Walking through the streets of Garowe, the main town, they attracted attention from passers by.

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In Rwanda peace means...

In Rwanda peace means...

For Rwandans, peace means feeling comfortable with those around them. It means not being forced to live in isolation, keeping to themselves. It also means people act towards others in a way they wish for themselves.

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