Get Inspired
-
![]()
Change Agent Young Rwandans build a nation of peace
Award-winning photographer Carol Allen-Storey traveled the length and breadth of Rwanda and found a new generation dedicated to forgiveness.
-
![]()
Difference Maker Peggy Stevens brings kids from three religions together
Kids4Peace Boston teaches communication and understanding to 12-year-old Jewish, Christian, and Muslim children from the US, Israel, and the Palestinian territories.
-
![]()
Change Agent 13 Israeli and Palestinian groups building peace
Below are just some of the organizations and initiatives working to create a lasting peace based on dignity, security, equality, and respect for the human rights of all Palestinians and Israelis.
-
![]()
Change Agent House of One: a mosque, synagogue, and church under one roof
In Berlin, plans are under way to build a new house of worship that will host three religions: 'We want to show that faith doesn't divide Jews, Christians, and Muslims, but instead reconciles them,' says a Christian bishop.
-
![]()
Change Agent A hashtag that refuses to see Israelis and Arabs as enemies
An Israeli student living in the US has started the online campaign #JewsAndArabsRefuseToBeEnemies. While many have applauded, he says, others have been afraid to join in.
-
![]()
Change Agent Irene Santiago: women are vital peacemakers
Building on her role in negotiating a ceasefire between Muslim insurgents and the Philippines government, Irene Santiago has become an advocate for women as a vital part of any peace talks.
-
![]()
Difference Maker A rabbi and a Palestinian farmer are neighbors, partners – and friends
Israeli Shaul David Judelman and Palestinian Ziad Abed Sabateen plan to open an organic farm together that will sell vegetables and support families in need.
-
![]()
Difference Maker Indira Johnson places intriguing sculptures to create dialogues on peace
Dozens of giant Buddha heads emerging around Chicago are meant to be a catalyst for conversations about peace in troubled neighborhoods.
Ask Friends &
Start Conversations
Ever wanted to share your interest in a cause or engage family and friends but weren’t sure how to get the conversation started? Wonder no more. Our Monitor editors are here to offer relevant questions on a specific news topics to help you get the discussion going.
How can individuals impact long-standing conflicts?
What do you think of Seeds for Peace, the Israeli-Palestinian NGO that promotes dialog between the two sides? Can you think of examples of individual peace initiatives that have moved the needle in global conflicts? Is it fair to expect leaders to move their constituencies towards peace, if there isn't a groundswell of public support for nonviolent solutions?
What are the building blocks to conflict resolution?
Who are the appropriate mediators in conflicts like land disputes? How can you measure progress in peace efforts that rely on informal agreements, not legal accords? Where can you find the best examples of community engagement in peace-building efforts and what made them effective?
Discover Groups
Making a Difference
Universal Giving helps people give to and volunteer for top-performing charitable organizations around the world. All the organizations and projects listed below have been vetted by Universal Giving; 100 percent of each donation goes directly to the listed cause.
Global Citizens Network
Global Citizens Network partners with people of diverse cultures to promote cross-cultural understanding and interconnectedness through authentic immersion experiences.
Asia America Initiative
Asia America Initiative’s grassroots efforts build peace, social justice, and economic development in impoverished and conflict-plagued communities.
Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps works to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities.
Speak Up
& Lend a Hand
Contact Congressperson
Monitor's Best on Conflict Resultion
