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The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21 each year to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace. The International Day of Peace is also a day of ceasefire – personal or political.

On the International Day of Peace, also known as Peace Day, people around the world take part in various activities and organize events centered on the theme “peace”. Events vary from private gatherings to public concerts and forums involving large audiences. Activities include:
 * Interfaith peace ceremonies.
 * A toast for peace.
 * A peace choir.
 * Lighting candles.
 * Peace prayers.
 * A peace convoy of vehicles.
 * Tree planting for peace.
 * Art exhibitions promoting peace.
 * Picnics for peace.
 * Peace walks.

Go here for more information about International Day of Peace

Give Peace a Voice

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First graders from Sunset Elementary School in Craig, Colorado offer their ideas for making peace: media type="youtube" key="EVde5NPDQ_M" height="315" width="420"

First Graders from Mrs. McDonnell's and Mrs. Fenn's Classes join together on International Peace Day to learn Becky Bailey's and Jack Hartman's version of "It Starts in the Heart"

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