Dear Friends,
Peace is not built in a day – it is practiced, taught, and lived every day in communities across the world. At the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative, our leaders and participants embody this truth, drawing on their experiences to show what it truly means to build peace.
For this International Day of Peace, we are proud to share “10 Lessons About Peace” directly from WPDI’s leaders and participants. These reflections come from those on the frontlines of change: youth, women, teachers, and local leaders who are turning dialogue, resilience, and hope into daily action.
In his recent op-ed, WPDI’s Founder & CEO Forest Whitaker reminds us that “courage is what peace demands of us.” This echoes the United Nations’ theme for this year’s International Day of Peace: “Act Now for a Peaceful World.” Together, these words remind us that peace requires both bravery and urgency, a call to action that resonates deeply in the world we are living in today.
As you watch, we invite you to not only hear these lessons but also join us in carrying them forward. Your support ensures that WPDI can continue teaching peace as a skill and empowering thousands to build stronger, more resilient communities.
Donate today, and explore how WPDI’s community is shaping peace, one lesson at a time.
With gratitude and hope,
The WPDI Team