UNOY Peacebuilders

The United Network of Young Peacebuilders (UNOY Peacebuilders) is a global network of 34 youth peace organisations and 350 affiliates active in the field of peacebuilding and conflict transformation.
The UNOY network contributes to the work of its members and affiliates in two fundamental ways, namely capacity building and advocacy and campaigning. Within these two fields UNOY engage in a range of additional activities.

"Thanks to the virtual and face-to-face exchanges that I have had through UNOY, I have further developed a sense of receptivity to other people’s opinion and to new ideas in the field of peacebuilding."
Guelord, Democratic Republic of Congo

"The UNOY Training was timely for a nation just coming from a decade long conflict which resulted in a negative and barbarous mentality in the minds of young people."
Mohamed, Sierra Leone

"The week of seminars on peacebuilding was full of valuable information from a professional and personal point of view!"
Aliona, Moldova

"The UNOY training in Budapest not only gave me new skills and knowledge, but also delivered excellent practical understanding and broader insights that has equipped me to think creatively, work strategically and correspond effectively, so I am feeling full of energy and confident to contribute in conflict transformation and peace-building issues in the days to come."
Netra, Nepal

"Next year we are planning a very big leadership training project. The inspiration for this project came while attending a UNOY study session and talking to fellow peacebuilders."
Olivier, Belgium

"Resources from the UNOY Website, the Newsletter and the Peaceful Digest have all given us more opportunities as an organisation to be more understanding about our activities and our existence to many people in the world. All this has had a positive impact on our organisation."
Yusuf, Somalia

"Through UNOY I learned how to understand conflict and peace in new ways. Being more conflict-sensitive and peace-orientated, I feel my contribution in my work in the field of humanitarian assistance is more valuable. Thank you UNOY!"
Janine, Germany

“I can now look at my work in Israeli peace organisations differently due to my involvement in the deep analysis by UNOY Peacebuilders”
Participant of the Network Capacity Development Project, 2006

“The meeting got me thinking before and after. It also inspired me to improve my work in my community and country. My perception of UNOY remains as positive as when I joined as I still consider it a vibrant youth-led service providing organisation with committed, dedicated, and creative young people.”
Participant of the Network Capacity Development Project, 2006

“I strongly appreciate the work of the organising team. It is good to have such committed and dedicated team at the secretariat. I hope you keep up the good work for the achievement of global peace and youth participation. Bravo.”
Participant of the Network Capacity Development Project, 2006

"Gatherings, such as those of the United Nations of Youth Foundation, help to create a culture of peace by addressing its requirements in an open, honest, and sensitive manner. Only by approaching the demands of peace in this way can we ever hope to overcome the many challenges of achieving a peaceful world and, ultimately, secure for ourselves a lasting, global peace.”
Former UN Secretary General Dr. Kofi Annan commenting via mail on the African Youth Peace Conference for a Culture of Peace, Franschhoek South-Africa 30 June–7 July 2001

“For me, it was the best seminar I visited so far and that’s thanks to you and your colleagues. You were a great team and really made me believe that international cooperation is possible…thanks again for the inspiration and encouragement.”
Elchin, Schoorl Peace Skills Project, 2007

“The UNOY team was really great…you are very inspiring and encouraging! I very much appreciated in our team that we created some kind of team, where everybody tried to be supportive and understanding. I think it was one of the best things I have experienced, so special thanks to everyone for such a great time and experience.”
Olena, Schoorl Peace Skills Project, 2007

“Many aspects of the week in Crimea were inspirational and exciting, but UNOY’s training really stuck in my consciousness. Having had a little exposure to the area, I was feeling a little disorientated, and not sure how it could really be used successfully, but you (UNOY) left me really determined and inspired to work more.”
Annie, Crimea Peace Skills Project, 2006

The UNOY Peacebuilders' News Blog is now online. It will keep you informed about upcoming events in your region, UNOY activities and any issues pertinent to youth in peacebuilding.