About Culture of Peace NL
Culture of Peace NL is a platform designed to connect the residents of Amsterdam and to exchange ideas about local collaboration on arts and culture projects. The platform focuses on fostering a sense of community and stimulating initiatives that contribute to the UN Declaration and Programme of Action for a Culture of Peace. The website offers a space, where residents and entrepreneurs can get to know each other, collaborate and work together towards a culture of peace in their neighbourhood.
A culture of peace is closely linked to a culture of human rightsand democracy. Peace cannot be maintained if the basic rights and freedoms of individuals or groups are violated and if discrimination and exclusion generate conflict. Therefore, the protection of human rights and the promotion of a culture of democracy, which includes the formation of informed, democratic and responsible citizens, become important elements for the construction of internal and international peace.
Culture of Peace is a concept that promotes values, attitudes and behaviours that reject violence and prevent conflict by addressing its causes through dialogue, education and cooperation. It emphasises the importance of understanding, tolerance and solidarity between people and communities. The aim is to build societies where differences are respected and conflicts are resolved peacefully, creating an environment in which peace can flourish.
UNESCO is a driving force behind the Culture of Peace movement, advocating initiatives in the areas of education, sustainable development, human rights, gender equality and democratic participation. The Culture of Peace is seen as a holistic approach to creating a more just and peaceful world, and encourages individuals and societies to actively contribute to building peace at every level—from local communities to global relations.