Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
38 results for "peacemaking"
Four astronauts flew around the moon and came back with a message more powerful than their record-breaking journey: love your neighbors, even your enemies. Their friendship in space inspired millions to build peace right where they are.
New global data shows peacemaking is changing fast, with fewer formal peace agreements but more complex mediation involving multiple countries and actors. The findings reveal both challenges and new pathways for ending conflicts worldwide.
Nicholas "Fink" Haysom, who died at 73, helped negotiate South Africa's transition from apartheid to democracy and spent decades mediating conflicts worldwide. His journey from student activist to presidential advisor to UN peacemaker shows how one person's commitment to justice can reshape nations.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is pushing for diplomatic solutions as regional tensions rise, offering Egypt as a mediator to bring conflicting nations back to the negotiating table. His latest phone call with Iran's president shows promise for peaceful resolution.
Pope Leo XIV urged Catholic journalists to spotlight stories of reconciliation and give voice to those working for peace in a divided world. His message, delivered at a global gathering in Lourdes, honored a priest killed by terrorists as a model for bridging differences.
Pope Leo XIV embarks on an 18,000-kilometer journey across Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea to promote peace, interfaith dialogue, and unity. The ambitious tour marks historic firsts and brings hope to conflict-affected regions across the continent.
A new report from the University of Edinburgh reveals insights into peace agreements signed worldwide in 2025, offering hope through data-driven understanding of conflict resolution. The PA-X database tracks hundreds of agreements, helping researchers and peacemakers learn what works.
Pope Leo XIV told children in a Rome neighborhood that they have the power to reject violence and become peacemakers. His message during a Lenten parish visit focused on welcoming others and healing divisions.
A Ghanaian lawmaker received rare recognition from traditional chiefs for healing years of division within their governing house. His success proves that humble leadership can bridge even the deepest political divides.
In 1973, elders from two warring communities met under a tree and created a peace deal that's still working today. While modern peace agreements crumble across the region, this community-led approach has survived wars, droughts, and decades of change.
Pope Leo XIV brought a message of hope to Cameroon, urging citizens to become peacemakers in their own communities. His historic African tour is empowering ordinary people to create lasting change from the ground up.
Maya Hautefeuille turned childhood lessons about peacemaking into a career connecting communities across continents. From documenting conflict zones to analyzing African tech markets, she's proving understanding beats assumptions every time.
Pope Leo XIV called on Catholic journalists to give voice to peacemakers and those suffering, urging them to be "sowers of good words" in a divided world. His message came during a gathering of Catholic media professionals in Lourdes, France.
Once labeled a "pariah state" by Washington, Pakistan is now hosting historic ceasefire negotiations between the United States and Iran. The diplomatic breakthrough showcases how the South Asian nation transformed from an untrusted partner into an essential peacemaker on the world stage.
A former Irish Prime Minister who helped end decades of conflict is teaching Florida students how to solve today's divisions. The University of Central Florida just launched a program sending students to Ireland to learn peacemaking firsthand.
A licensed therapist created a simple quiz that reveals how people communicate differently, helping millions build stronger relationships. Understanding these five distinct styles can transform how we connect with the people we care about most.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Cameroon Wednesday for a four-day peace mission to a region torn by nearly a decade of separatist conflict. The papal visit marks a significant diplomatic effort to bring reconciliation to communities affected by the ongoing crisis.
American diplomats met with Georgia's new spiritual leader to celebrate the Church's historic role in bringing people together. The meeting highlighted shared values and hope for continued unity in the region.
A Nigerian peace initiative that once focused on ending armed conflict now sends hundreds of students abroad for education. Nearly two decades later, the Presidential Amnesty Programme is transforming lives across the Niger Delta region.
After US-mediated talks, Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew their ceasefire and establish security zones patrolled by the Lebanese army. The move brings hope for lasting peace between the two nations after months of conflict.
Showing 20 of 38