In a world grappling with rising instability, the global community today observes the inaugural International Day of Peaceful Coexistence.
Established by General Assembly resolution 79/269, this day reinforces the idea that peace is not merely the absence of war, but a proactive commitment to living together across lines of race, religion, and culture.
The observance underscores peace as a central pillar of the 2030 Agenda, alongside People, Planet, Prosperity, and Partnership.
Rooted in the UN Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the initiative highlights that coexistence requires the active protection of justice and human rights for all.
Educational programs today are emphasizing a “Culture of Peace”—a concept famously championed by scientists who declared that while war is a social invention, humanity is equally capable of “inventing peace.”
As nations reaffirm their commitment to non-violence, the message is clear: solidarity and mutual respect are the only paths to a safe, inclusive future.
