Peace Day Philly

Just when it seems there are no words left to describe the living hell in Gaza, a new one has been added: “famine”. This is not a mystery — it is a man-made disaster, a moral indictment and a failure of humanity itself. Famine is not only about food; it is the deliberate collapse of the systems needed for human survival. People are starving. Children are dying. And those with the duty to act are failing. As the occupying power, Israel has unequivocal obligations under international law — including the duty of ensuring food and medical supplies of the population. We cannot allow this situation to continue with impunity. No more excuses. The time for action is not tomorrow — it is now. We need an immediate ceasefire, the immediate release of all hostages and full, unfettered humanitarian access.

The humanitarian system is collapsing in #Gaza amid ongoing hostilities, forced displacement and systematic obstruction of aid operations. “How are the people in Gaza expected to survive?” asks @rajasingham_UN at the Security Council. This catastrophe must be brought to an end.

Racism, intolerance & discrimination tear at the fabric of societies. Ending discrimination benefits everyone. Each of us can take action to #FightRacism and create a better world for all. un.org/en/fight-racism

Total USAID annual spending to provide food, medicine, shelter and other services to impoverished countries around the world: $38 billion Total increase in Elon Musk's personal net worth since the November election: $156 billion

Education is empowerment. It bridges gaps, transforms lives, and powers the future. This #EducationDay and every day, let Nelson Mandela’s words inspire us in making quality education a reality for all.

Persons with disabilities are changemakers, peacemakers and leaders. Let’s work with persons with disabilities to achieve an inclusive and sustainable future for all people. — @antonioguterres on Tuesday’s Day of People with Disabilities. un.org/en/observances… #IDPD

“I have decided to 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” - Martin Luther King Jr.

Bullying, including cyberbullying, can have serious impacts on children’s mental health and well-being. It can also seriously affect their fundamental right to an education. More from @UNESCO on Thursday's #StopBullying Day: unesco.org/en/days/agains…

UN Peace Ambassador Peter Jam will be speaking TOMORROW at 7pm at 1034 Pine Street about "How to Find Peace in a Time of Turmoil." He's a great speaker and it's free! Please join the conversation. #peacedayphilly

Today, girl activists and I stood outside the UN building calling on leaders to listen to girls and prioritize their demands at the Summit of the Future.

Today, on the International Day of Peace, our youth peace advocates in Rwanda and the Congo are imagining how they can be part of the solution by exploring issues of peace and justice. ☮️🌍 #OurCommonFuture #PeaceDay2024 #InternationalDayofPeace2024

“Our world needs peace. Peace is the ultimate prize for all humanity.” On Saturday’s #PeaceDay, @antonioguterres calls for replacing division, disempowerment and despair with justice, equality and hope for all. un.org/en/observances…

Thank you KYW for helping raise awareness about Peace Day Philly!

Today is the International Day of Peace! Join with the local and world community and do something meaningful to increase the peace in your world. #peacedayphilly

Tomorrow in person for Peace Day: peacedayphilly.org/event/peace-li… peacedayphilly.org/event/philly-d… peacedayphilly.org/event/how-to-f… Tomorrow on-line for Peace Day: peacedayphilly.org/event/prayers-… Come on out, tune in or make your own Peace Day!

Tonight for Peace Day Philly, take the opportunity to process grief so that you may have greater inner peace. peacedayphilly.org/.../an-evening…

Today, youth and @PhillyPolice will come together for greater peace on our streets. March, rally, lunch and touch football, all in the effort to improve rerlations between youth and police. Thank you @Eagles for donating 100 footballs for this event! peacedayphilly.org/event/police-y…

People’s Gallery Project & @peacedayphilly present: How can You find Peace in a time of turmoil?! @PeaceDay @ukUPF @PeaceDayAustin @PeaceDay_Parade @PeaceDayPray @PeaceDay365 #BreakingNews #PeaceEducationProgram #PeaceNow youtube.com/shorts/WqnveP0…

All Kids have the right to peace! youtube.com/watch?v=-6yQHA… Schools and communities are engaging in peace activities all week, but peace activities can be done year round! Check out many resources here: peacedayphilly.org/what-can-you-d… Stand up for kids on Peace Day.

@PhillyMayor Please share a message that Peace Day is Saturday, Sept. 21. Everyone can get meaningfully involved in making their lives and their city a more peaceful place. It's an opportunity for the city! We have been supported by 2 previous Mayors. peacedayphilly.org