Peacemakers Network

Building bridges between grassroots peacemakers and international players in order to solidify the path toward sustainable peace.

[Diana Rose Ouma @dianaroseouma]

I am honoured to have been selected as one of the 2026 Kofi Annan Changemakers.

Over the coming year, I will join 13 other young leaders from around the world in a journey of learning, collaboration and leadership development.

I look forward to sharing experiences, learning from inspiring mentors and fellow changemakers, and advancing my work to create positive change in my community.

#KAChangemakers
@KofiAnnanFdn
@peacemakersnetw

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

It's UN Peacebuilding Week! 🇺🇳 🕊️

Join us this Friday, June 26 at 9AM EDT with partners UN PBPSO, IDLO, Kituo Cha Sheria, Open Society Africa, Research for Mozambique, Pathfinders for Peaceful, Just, and Inclusive Societies, and UNDP for a side event that focuses on prevention, inclusion, and partnerships within the UN Peacebuilding Architecture.

The event will highlight the importance of coherent, people-centered justice ecosystems that strengthen constructive interaction between CIJ actors, formal justice institutions, and peacebuilding processes through complementarity, referral pathways, and shared standards.

Register here: https://t.co/zvE2VSkCLh

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

United Nations Secretary General Launches Muscat Plan of Action for Indigenous and Traditional Leaders on Countering Hate Speech Through Peace Mediation

This June, leaders gathered at the United Nations in New York to launch a new global framework: the Muscat Plan of Action for Traditional and Indigenous Leaders and Peoples in Countering and Addressing Hate Speech and Preventing Genocide and Other Atrocity Crimes and Their Incitement Through Peace Mediation.

United Nations officials, government representatives, civil society leaders, and Indigenous and traditional leaders from around the world shared the message, preventing hatred, violence, and atrocity crimes requires more than policies and institutions, it requires trust, dialogue, and communities themselves. Read more here: https://t.co/K8pMcPxudm

@UNOSAPG @UNAOC

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

New Research Highlights the Critical Role of Tradition and Faith-Oriented Insider Mediators in Advancing Peace Across Africa

On June 15, the Peacemakers Netw alongside @FCA_global launched a landmark research report in Addis Ababa that highlights the critical yet often under-recognized role of Tradition and Faith-Oriented Insider Mediators (TFIMs) in advancing peace, fostering dialogue, and supporting political transitions across Africa.

The report provides new evidence on how faith and traditional leaders are helping to prevent violence, mediate conflicts, build trust between communities and decision-makers, and support sustainable peace processes across the continent. More highlights of the launch here: https://t.co/6SQGHEsWqU

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

It's UN Peacebuilding Week! 🇺🇳 🕊️

Join us next Friday, June 26 at 9AM EDT with partners UN PBPSO, IDLO, Kituo Cha Sheria, Open Society Africa, Research for Mozambique, Pathfinders for Peaceful, Just, and Inclusive Societies, and UNDP for a side event that focuses on prevention, inclusion, and partnerships within the UN Peacebuilding Architecture.

The event will highlight the importance of coherent, people-centered justice ecosystems that strengthen constructive interaction between CIJ actors, formal justice institutions, and peacebuilding processes through complementarity, referral pathways, and shared standards.

Register here: https://t.co/zvE2VSkCLh

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

Happening tomorrow at the United Nations in Geneva for the Human Rights Council Session w/ partners and distinguished speakers: @pernillefenger of @UNFPA @lagberie of @SierraTo @UNSRVAW @worldywca @ArigatouGNRC @Oikoumene @AnsariFer of @musawah @UnitedChurch @ACTAlliance @DimitraMissira @ginssogie @siminfa of @BahaiBIC

[Wycliffe Nsheka @WycliffeNsheka]

Exploring the roles of Traditional and Faith mediators in formal peace and political process. Let us unlock this potential!

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

The report is officially launched! @AmbSalahHammad @_AfricanUnion

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

High-level welcome remarks from @AmbSalahHammad of the @_AfricanUnion speaking to the importance of TFIMs across the continent.

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

Happening now! #BridgingtheTracks: the Role of Tradition and Faith-Oriented Insider Mediators in Africa Research Launch Event w/ opening remarks from @SinikkaAntila of @Ulkoministerio

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

Today, members of the Peacemakers Netw’s Steering Group convened for an experts level meeting discussing advancements of the past year’s initiatives, and recommendations on the 2025-30 Strategy. Thank you to all the Steering Group Members on the insightful discussion.

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

🎙 Up next: traditional & indigenous leaders who contributed to the #MuscatActionPlan. ⬇️

Grandfather Dominique Rankin, Co-Founder of Organisme Kina8at and the Dominique Rankin Foundation, emphasized the need to "protect culture & memory." 🕊️

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

“The #MuscatActionPlan recognizes the precious place of indigenous people in mediation and prevention of violence and the sustainable link we must preserve with mother earth.” — Grandmother Maria-Josée Tardif, Co-Founder of Organisme Kina8at and the Dominique Rankin Foundation

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

🎙Her Highness Queen Rani Yan Yan, Chakma Circle: “The #MuscatActionPlan is a landmark step forward in recognizing what many indigenous communities have long understood—that indigenous leaders are not merely witnesses to conflict, they are its most powerful preventers.”

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

🎙 Ms. @PardaveSonia, Andean Coordinator of Indigenous Organizations: “There is nothing that divides us. We breathe the same air. Why do we draw dividing lines? Why do we isolate ourselves from one another when we are called to come together?” 🕊️#MuscatActionPlan 🤝

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

“In a moment when multilateralism is under strain & divisions are deepening globally, the #MuscatActionPlan offers something urgently needed: a reminder that peace is strongest when it is locally rooted, culturally grounded & collectively owned.”
— @melsanousi1 @peacemakersnetw

[UNAOC - United Nations Alliance of Civilizations @UNAOC]

🎬 And that's a wrap.

🤝At today's launch of the #MuscatActionPlan, speakers highlighted the important contributions that traditional & indigenous actors can make to conflict prevention, peace mediation & social cohesion.🕊️

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

"Support from civil society is needed now more than ever. To prevent hate speech and atrocity crimes, we must invest in training on human rights, invest in early warning mechanisms, mentorship opportunities, and education that fosters diversity that supports dialogue and social cohesion." –António Guterres, Secretary General of the @UN @antonioguterres

[Peacemakers Network @peacemakersnetw]

#DYK The #MuscatActionPlan is the outcome of global consultations convened by @UNOSAPG and @peacemakersnetw, bringing together traditional leaders & actors from around the world to strengthen atrocity prevention through mediation and local peacebuilding.

✅Join @UNAOC & @oman_un to launch the Plan on June 11.
📺 Watch Live: https://t.co/8vKC44JQ0P

[UN Genocide Prevention @UNOSAPG]

This 18 June, the 5th International Day for Countering Hate Speech focuses on #partnerships & coalition building, with emphasis on practical approaches & tools for #NoToHate needed more than ever.

Join us and @Morocco_UN & follow for full list of events⏬https://t.co/2A2EU7y9D0