International Day of Living Together in Peace

  The Peacemaking Covenant is a living initiative - not a report to gather dust. Its principles need to be implemented in practice and to inform appropriate policies and programmes. The Principles for Peace follow-on mechanism will catalyse efforts to gain adherence and endorsement of the Covenant and its principles. The follow-on mechanism will also serve as a custodian of the Covenant and the partnerships around it. Its ultimate success will depend on renewed commitment, anchoring in the international system and continuous engagement to chart a path to lasting peace. The Covenant's eight principles are a broad guide to action not bound to any particular time, place or peacemaker. Their practical implementation in concrete policies and practices through the cocreation of codes of conduct or practical guidance will require careful reflection and tailoring to the specific settings in which different peacemaking actors operate. Following its launch, the Covenant will be presented...

Every year on May 16th , the world observes the International Day of Living Together in Peace , a day dedicated to promoting harmony, tolerance, and solidarity across all nations and communities . Established by the United Nations General-Assembly ( resolution 72/130 ), this day aims to  address global security concerns, social disparities, and advocates for understanding, empathy, and collaboration . Later this year, in November, a significant conference will be held in New Delhi, bringing together brilliant minds to discuss innovative approaches to fostering global peace and understanding . In this context, it is necessary to show how cooperatives play a crucial role in celebrating and advancing the principles of the International Day of Living Together in Peace. As mentioned in the Declaration of Positive Peace through Cooperatives of 2019, cooperatives play a significant role in promoting positive peace by addressing human needs and aspirations, creating sustainable and inclu...