In 1999, the UN General Assembly resolution 54/120 endorsed the recommendation made by the World Conference of Ministers of Youth (Lisbon, 8-12 August 1998) that 12 August be declared International
Panellists highlighted that young people lack opportunities and resources which makes it easier for gangs and insurgency groups to manipulate them into joining these groups.
Gounden and Muhammed-Bande discuss a partnership between ACCORD and the UN to promote Global Peace Charter.
Highlighting the challenges faced by human rights defenders the across the world.
Global Peace is an initiative of ACCORD and focuses on bridging the gap between peace and development.
Graça Machel asks global leaders to put aside their interests and take real action towards the creation of peace