Mingling And The Rotary Positive Peace Academy
In a world that often seems divided, the Aussie Peace Walk team invite you to be part of something extraordinary – a movement that’s taking real steps towards peace!
Peace isn’t just the absence of conflict – it’s the presence of justice, understanding, and cooperation.
By joining the Aussie Peace Walk and enrolling in the Positive Peace Academy, you’re not just learning about peace; you’re taking steps to actively create it.
Top: Children taking part in the 2017 Well-Being for Kids From Ukraine project in Zakopane, Poland. The program assists children aged 7-12 who have experienced post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from the war in Ukraine.
Above: Rotary Peace Fellow Louisa Dow (left), working with Community Engagement Coordinator Renette Pierre in Haiti, on a mapping project identifying areas where residents feel safe and unsafe.
Join the Aussie Peace Walk and learn to define positive peace with a free online course. Get Certified with the Rotary Positive Peace Academy.
Founded in 1905, Rotary International, is a global service organisation, that has been dedicated to creating positive change and promoting world peace for over a century.
Rotary International played a critical leadership role in the formation of the United Nations.
During the first conference which formed the United Nations in San Francisco in 1945, Rotary was one of 42 organisations invited to serve as consultants with the drafting of the UN charter.
Read Rotary International’s 1945 presentation of the United Nations charter, with helpful annotations and challenging questions.
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More Than Just a Walk
Imagine spending a weekend with like-minded individuals, surrounded by the beauty of Australia’s capital city, not just in its landscapes, but in its people. That’s what the Aussie Peace Walk offers. It’s not your average walking event; it’s a chance to:
- Connect and build friendships with people from around the world
- Engage in meaningful conversations that bridge cultural divides
- Take tangible steps towards building more tolerant and peaceful communities
As you walk side by side with fellow participants, you’ll discover that peace isn’t just an abstract concept—it’s something we can actively create together, through friendship and understanding, one step at a time.
Why Taking Part In The Aussie Peace Walk Matters
You might be wondering, “How can a walk make a difference?” Here’s how:
- Building Understanding: As you chat with diverse walkers, you’ll gain new perspectives that break down stereotypes.
- Creating Connections: Friendships formed during the walk can lead to lasting bonds across geographic, linguistic and cultural divides.
- Inspiring Action: Your participation shows that you’re committed to living in peaceful, tolerant and compassionate communities, inspiring others to join the cause.
Remember, great changes often start with small actions. Your decision to join us could be the first step in a journey that transforms not just your community, but the world.
Taking your committment to peace a step further
The Rotary Positive Peace Academy
But why stop with the Aussie Peace Walk? To Take Your Commitment Further, we invite you to deepen your impact on helping to foster peace by enrolling in the Rotary Positive Peace Academy.
This free online course is your chance to:
- Gain in-depth understanding of what creates and sustains peaceful societies
- Learn practical skills for resolving conflicts and fostering cooperation
- Join a global network of peace builders
- Enhance your personal and professional growth
Above: Rotary Peace Fellows take part in an exercise demonstrating the eight pillars of positive peace, facilitated by Charles Allen, of the Insitute for Economics and Peace, at the Rotary Peace Center at Makarere University. Kampala, Uganda
The Academy introduces you to the concept of Positive Peace – a holistic approach that goes beyond the mere absence of violence. You’ll learn about the eight pillars that underpin peaceful societies, from good governance to equitable resource distribution.
Your Invitation to Change the World
Here’s how you can get involved:
- Enter and take part in the Aussie Peace Walk
Register for the next Aussie Peace Walk today; while you are thinking about it. Choose your preferred distance and get ready for a weekend of international and intercultural connection and inspiration. - Enroll in the Positive Peace Academy
It’s free, flexible, and can be completed at your own pace. Visit [insert Rotary Positive Peace Academy link] to get started. - Spread the Word
Invite your friends, family, and colleagues. The more people join us, the stronger our message of peace becomes.
Share a link to this page on social media and at your workplace, to your club or community interst group.
We can’t wait to walk alongside you, both on the weekend of the walking festival and on this continuing journey towards a more peaceful world. Together, we can turn the dream of peace into a living reality.
Will you take this step with us?
Don’t miss this chance to be part of something bigger than yourself. Register for the Aussie Peace Walk and enroll in the Positive Peace Academy today.
Above: Members of the Rotary Club of Krakow Wyspianski, Poland, work with non-profit Challenging Hope at Intervention House for Refugees, a shelter for people displaced by conflict in Ukraine.