Follow the stories of young people in our community around the world to learn more about the challenges they have observed, the solutions they are innovating, the impact they’ve made and how Peace First is supporting them on their changemaking journey.
29
Aug
Stitching Dreams: The Journey of Ama Val, The Sewing Teacher
My name is Janet Assibi Sawalbil, but in the corridors of the schools where I've worked and on
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23
Aug
From Conflict to Compassion: My Journey in Transforming Mental Health Awareness in Jammu and Kashmir
Growing up in Jammu and Kashmir, a region often marked by turmoil and conflict, I became acutely aware
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16
Aug
Libraries Without Walls: Transforming Literacy and Learning Beyond the Classroom
It started with a question: How do you get kids to read in communities with many trees but
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14
Aug
From Palm Oil Plantations to Global Impact: Ramdani’s Journey of Youth Empowerment and Resilience
Ramdani is a youth empowerment enthusiast from Indonesia. His passion for youth and community has been deeply rooted
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12
Aug
Marwah’s Mission: Bridging Refugees to Hope and Opportunity through Bridges for Hope Indonesia
Marwah is the Founder and Managing Director of Bridges for Hope Indonesia. Her journey began with an in-depth
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30
Jul
From Digital Transformation to Youth Empowerment: Raihan’s Vision for Indonesia’s Prosperous Future
In Indonesia, there are more than 64 million SMEs, but the majority of them don’t understand how to
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These are stories from within the Peace First team.
09
Aug
Where do I start: Gathering the Courage to tell Untold Stories
Gathering the story of Walter and his community was an extraordinary journey that taught me the true essence
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14
Jul
The “Co” in Co-leadership: My First Year at Peace First
My partnership with Isaac has been integral to the beginning of Peace First’s new chapter. We shared a
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13
Jun
Embracing the Tapestry of Leadership: Reflections on a Year at Peace First
Today marks a year since I began my journey at Peace First, and as I venture into this
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26
Apr
Welcoming Winter BreeAnne to the Peace First Board
We are excited to announce that Winter BreeAnne Minisee has joined the board of directors at Peace First.
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06
Apr
Changing the Health Narrative: One Story at a Time
Working with Peace First means I get to meet young changemakers every day from all around the world.
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05
Dec
Redefining Peace
My journey of finding peace started very early at my small art workshop, where I wanted to express
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