It is impossible to mention the most influential methodology or specific knowledge that I mostly use in my work or life. It has certainly been a strong complex of experiences that I now use as a basis for all the work and projects that I am implementing. A beautiful example of how Peace Work Institute influenced me is […]
I feel so blessed to have been a part of such an amazing journey
It is hard to imagine going back to that place of anxiety eight years ago when my journey started with Roots for Peace, but also in that place it was impossible to imagine that I would be the person I am today. Imagination is a powerful thing, and it is intriguing in many ways. Peace […]
Peace Work Institute Alumni Online Reunion
#stayhome is probably the most popular call for action nowadays across the globe – the challenge to each and every one of us to take care of ourselves and the communities we live in, as staying indoors has proven to be the most effective remedy so far in tackling the propagation of Coronavirus. But spending […]
Roots Peace Award 2020 Winners
Inaugural Year of YMCA Europe Roots Peace Award has the first laureates – after highly engaged and participatory process, the YMCA Georgia and European Union were selected to receive it for 2020! From the very start in 2007 constant innovation and reaction to emerging needs of beneficiaries has been the blueprint of the Roots. The […]
Y CRITICAL PEACE PRAXIS by YMCA IRELAND
1. With maximum 500 words demonstrate the organisation’s contribution specifically towards YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project. Let us know what do you think was that unique footprint of your organisation that enriched the Roots so far, and now deserves due appreciation. YMCA Ireland and YMCA Kosovo have a strong tradition of peacebuilding in their local and national […]
THINK, FEEL, RESOLVE! BY YMCA UKRAINE
1.With maximum 500 words demonstrate the organisation’s contribution specifically towards YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project. Let us know what do you think was that unique footprint of your organisation that enriched the Roots so far, and now deserves due appreciation. YMCA Ukraine has contributed into Roots for Reconciliation projects through their leaders – the […]
ROOF FOR ROOTS by YMCA GEORGIA
1.With maximum 500 words demonstrate the organisation’s contribution specifically towards YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project. Let us know what do you think was that unique footprint of your organisation that enriched the Roots so far, and now deserves due appreciation. YMCA Georgia may not be the oldest and the strongest organization in the region […]
CAMP FOR PEACE by YMCA ARTSAKH
1.With maximum 500 words demonstrate the organisation’s contribution specifically towards YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project. Let us know what do you think was that unique footprint of your organisation that enriched the Roots so far, and now deserves due appreciation. YMCA Artsakh has been working in Artsakh (Karabakh) since 2004. The main fields of […]
YMCA EUROPE ROOTS PEACE AWARD – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
In its pursuit to sustain and enhance peace-building initiatives across the continent YMCA Europe is pleased to announce its first call for the Roots Peace Award.
YMCA Europe member and cooperating organisations are invited to submit applications to receive the Award of € 10,000.
REFLECTING ON PEACE PRACTICES WORKSHOP IN BRUSSELS
On December 08 – 12, 2019, the last activity within YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project current 2016 – 2019 phase took place, bringing together 24 key-stakeholders from 15 countries. It was a strong manifestation of unity and fellowship by itself – supported by content and narrative of the workshop. Presentation of the Roots Reflecting […]