• International Peace Bureau (IPB): Founded in 1891, the International Peace Bureau (IPB) is one of the world’s oldest and most esteemed peace organizations, dedicated to promoting global disarmament and advocating for peacebuilding strategies rooted in justice and equity. As a network of peace-focused organizations worldwide, IPB works to shift military spending toward human needs and sustainable development. Learn more about their mission at www.ipb.org.

 

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• International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN): Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2017, ICAN is a coalition of organizations working across more than 100 countries to end the threat of nuclear weapons. ICAN played a pivotal role in achieving the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), the first legally binding international agreement to comprehensively prohibit nuclear arms. Through education, advocacy, and global partnerships, ICAN continues to inspire hope for a nuclear-free future. Visit their work at www.icanw.org.

 

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• Tawakkol Karman: Known as the "Mother of the Revolution," Tawakkol Karman is a trailblazing Yemeni journalist, human rights activist, and Nobel Peace Laureate (2011). She gained international recognition for her leadership in the 2011 Yemeni uprising and her relentless pursuit of democracy, freedom of expression, and women’s rights. Her foundation empowers communities by promoting education, peace, and development in regions affected by conflict. Learn more about her inspiring work at the Tawakkol Karman Foundation.

 

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• International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW): Founded by physicians in 1980 and awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1985, IPPNW is a global federation of medical professionals committed to preventing the catastrophic consequences of nuclear warfare. By highlighting the devastating health impacts of nuclear weapons and advocating for their abolition, IPPNW combines science and advocacy to create a safer and healthier future for all. Explore their initiatives at www.ippnw.org.

 

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• Shirin Ebadi: Nobel Peace Laureate in 2003, Shirin Ebadi is a renowned Iranian lawyer, former judge, and one of the most influential voices in the fight for human rights and democracy. As the first Muslim woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, she has dedicated her career to defending marginalized groups, including women, children, and political prisoners. Her courage and dedication continue to inspire activists worldwide. Learn more about her journey www.shirinebadi.org. ​

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• American Friends Service Committee (AFSC): A recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1947, the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization with a nearly 100-year legacy of promoting peace, social justice, and humanitarian assistance. AFSC’s work spans global conflicts, advocating for peace in war-torn regions and supporting communities impacted by systemic inequality. Discover more about their initiatives at www.afsc.org. 

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• In August 1976 Mairead Maguire's (formerly Corrigan) sister, Betty Williams, lost three children in a shooting incident in Belfast. After that they agreed to found a peace organization to bring an end to the bitter conflict between Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland. Mairead grew up in a poor family in Belfast. In addition to her office job, she devoted a great deal of time in her youth to charity work in the Catholic organization Legion of Mary. That gave her a good basis on which to develop the nonviolent strategy of the Community of Peace People www.peacepeople.com, which brought together thousands of people in protest marches and confidence-building measures among the grass roots in 1976 and 1977. Mairead did not give up hope even when the Peace People lost nearly all their support in the late 1970s. Still today, in the age of over 80 years, she is active for peace.

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• Mayors for Peace: Representing over 8,000 cities in 166 countries and territories, Mayors for Peace empowers local governments to take leadership roles in building a world free from nuclear weapons. With its roots in Hiroshima, this international organization fosters cooperation among cities to address pressing issues such as nuclear disarmament, climate change, and sustainable development. Learn more about their efforts at www.mayorsforpeace.org.