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Welcome to the Youth for Peace blog, where we share stories and updates about our mission to foster understanding and respect among young people from different religions and backgrounds. At Youth for Peace, we believe that building bridges and creating connections is the key to promoting peace, equality, and justice for all.
Zakaria El Hamel: Teaching 50,000 Moroccan Youth the Meaning of Human Rights
In a world where the language of human rights is often discussed in political halls and academic circles, a young Moroccan activist has chosen a different path—bringing these principles directly to the next generation. Zakaria El Hamel, founder of the organization...
A Peace train in Morocco teaches Youth to become advocates for Peace and Tolerance
Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981, the International Day of Peace or “Peace Day” was declared to commemorate the need to strengthen the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. Youth for Peace, based in Morocco, has been...
Youth for Peace &Dialogue between Cultures co-sponsor The international human rights summit
Youth for peace and dialogue between cultures joined the 88 youth delegates from 53 countries at the United Nations for the 15th Annual International Human Rights Summit. We were extremely proud to co-sponsor this amazing 3-day event. We applaud the hard work and...
Morocco Working Group on the International Criminal Court
Zakaria El Hamel and his organization Youth for Peace and Dialogue Between Cultures have indeed been active in promoting greater awareness and engagement regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC) and broader justice issues in Morocco. Civil society...
Empowering Mental Health Resilience: Insights from an Inspiring Online Exchange
Last Saturday, an online learning exchange unfolded, igniting a wave of innovation and collaboration between peacebuilders and civil society actors from Libya and Morocco. Their shared mission? To delve into the intricacies of mental health and its profound...
Interview with Zakaria El Hamel, president of Youth for Peace – Morocco on The Opinion.
Interview with Zakaria El Hamel, president of Youth for Peace - Morocco on the opinion. 1. The Importance of SDG 16 - Peace, Justice, and Effective Institutions: SDG 16 is a key part of the 2030 Agenda that aims to create a peaceful, just, and accountable world. It...