The event is in person and online. Peacebuilding is often guided by several principles of faith; solidarity and inclusivity; community engagement and empowerment; dignity and equality; social justice; and social cohesion. Being a peacebuilder requires continual effort, introspection and a commitment to self-improvement. During these challenging times, peacebuilding is essential in communities across our world. Join […]

The annual commemoration at the UNAA monument in Canberra

Practices from faith traditions to maintain inner peace that assist in working for peace in the world Online only or hybrid

Organised by the Australian Anti-Aukus Coalition on 3rd anniversary of the announcement that Australia would acquire nuclear-propelled submarines, 15th September, 2024. Featuring speakers from Japan, South Korea, The Philippines, Malaysia, New Zealand and Australia. To register for this event, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElcuCuqDkiGNGBf_thvjzPy3tplVUeRtE8  For information about AAAC: www.antiaukuscoalition.org.

Join a discussion between young peace activists representing Sydney's Palestinian and Jewish communities advocating for an end to the war in Gaza.

This workshop will review the psychology of effective activism for diverse audiences and time frames. The ABIASCA model will be reviewed, which distinguishes 7 goals: awareness-raising, building sympathy, generating intentions, & realising actions (the four mobilisation goals), as well as sustaining motivation over time and in the face of failure, coalition-building, and avoiding counter-mobilisation (three […]

THIS IS A PROVISIONAL LISTING: DATE AND TIME TO BE CONFIRMED A panel of respected First Nations speakers introduces the Declaration of Peace for Indigenous Australia and Nature. Read more about it here.

This session will cover international aspect of nuclear weapons and Australia's role on the world stage and its treaties and obligations, in the context of growing nuclear threat and grass root wisdom. Featuring speakers from People for Nuclear Disarmamanet, ICAN and (TBC) Lawyers for Peace

“Living More With Less – A Nonviolent Alternative To Empire” It is easy to be overwhelmed by the daily news cycle of war, political corruption, ecological destruction and to feel as individuals there is nothing we can do about it. Big corporations and the empires they support have won! But as Wendell Berry recommends in […]

Thee speakers plus panel/open discussionLocation (TBC) WSU City Campus 255 Elizabeth St, SydneyAttendance in person and (probable) on lineLight Refreshments includedCost $15 TBC - via UNAA's Humanitix

Join us for the 3-day #NoWar2024 Conference to learn about the impact of the USA’s military base empire and how to resist it. The conference will travel virtually across the globe, visiting sites near U.S. military bases, from Australia, to Germany, to Colombia, with the concluding event in Washington, DC, the heart of the U.S. […]

This 13th annual Brisbane lecture marks the United Nations International Day of Peace. The horror of the war against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank continues to violate the lives of men women and children, most significantly in Gaza where more than 40000 people have lost their lives and 90000 have been seriously injured. […]

The second round of World Beyond War's #NoWar2024 conference, streamed from Germany.

The second round of World Beyond War's #NoWar2024 conference, streamed from Germany.

The second round of World Beyond War's #NoWar2024 conference, streamed from Colombia.

In a world where conflict is ever-present, many youth wonder how they can contribute to peace. Buddhist humanism offers a path to world peace through personal transformation and the power of friendship through dialogue. Join us for an inspiring event featuring a panel of youth speakers, small group discussions, musical performance, and a light lunch. […]

Faith and Religion bring inner peace to many people, but do we really understand the relationship of faith and religion with conflict and war? How can faith help bring peace to the world? Join us in person or online for a free event to hear results of research on religion and war and talks by […]

After two weeks of incredible stories of peace we have created this space to close the Festival and for attendees to meet each other to talk about what has inspired them in the festival. Come along ready to chat and meet some of the people that you saw online.

The second round of World Beyond War's #NoWar2024 conference, streamed from Washington DC.