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International Yoga Federation · Project
International Peace Project (IPP)
Building a global culture of peace through education, dialogue & action — aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda (SDG 16, 4, 5, 10, 17). Aligned with UN goals; no implication of ECOSOC membership.
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Purpose
The International Peace Project (IPP) promotes a global culture of peace, dialogue and mutual understanding. Led by the IYF President, IPP emphasizes the psychological foundations of peace and inspires communities to contribute to conflict prevention, reconciliation and social cohesion — aligned with SDG 16 and SDG 4.
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Activities
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International speaking engagements (universities, NGOs).
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Dissemination of Psychology of Peace (book fairs, launches, public talks).
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Advocacy for Peace Education as a formal subject from primary school (SDG 4.7).
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Academic collaborations; integration into curricula; research.
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Youth Peace Ambassadors Program; women-led peace initiatives.
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Digital outreach (workshops, multilingual e-books, podcasts, videos).
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Community dialogues & a “Peace Stories” platform.
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Partnerships; monitoring & reporting of outcomes.
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Expected Impact
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Peace recognized as a personal, social and universal value.
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Peace psychology embedded in education (SDG 4.7).
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Youth empowerment & inclusive participation (links to SDG 16.7).
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Stronger intercultural dialogue & solidarity.
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Community-level transformation via daily peace practices.
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Evidence-based reporting aligned with SDG 16 & 4.
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Alignment with UN SDGs (Goals & Targets) |
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SDG 16 – Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions |
16.1: Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere.
16.7: Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels.
16.a: Strengthen relevant national institutions to prevent violence and combat terrorism and crime. |
Peace lectures, public dialogues, community participation; inclusive youth & women involvement; partnerships reinforcing non-violence & peace education. |
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SDG 4 – Quality Education |
4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development… including a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and cultural diversity. |
Psychology of Peace in academia; curricula integration; teacher support; advocacy for formal Peace Education from primary level; Youth Peace Ambassadors. |
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SDG 5 – Gender Equality |
5.5: Ensure women’s full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership… |
Women speakers & leaders in IPP; women-led projects and mentoring. |
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SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities |
10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all… |
Intercultural dialogues; Peace Stories platform; equitable access to peace education resources. |
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SDG 17 – Partnerships |
17.16, 17.17: Strengthen multi-stakeholder partnerships; promote effective civil society collaborations. |
Strategic NGO & university partnerships; joint campaigns; transparent civil-society support. |
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The Project in Action
Book · Psychology of Peace
Author talks, signings and panels disseminating peace psychology to broader audiences in multiple languages.
Speaking Engagements
Keynotes and dialogues at universities and CSOs to foster non-violent conflict resolution and reconciliation.
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Peace Education (4.7)
Advocacy to include Peace Education as a formal subject from primary school; teacher resources & toolkits.
Partnerships (SDG 17)
Multi-stakeholder collaboration with NGOs, academia and international networks; women- and youth-led initiatives.
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Timeline · Achieved & Planned |
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27–29 Sep 2025 |
Netherlands Book Fair — Dutch edition of Psychology of Peace presented; outreach to schools & students. Planned
Supported by civil society contributions.
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25 Jul 2025 |
Global Yoga Call — International Day of Women & Girls of African Descent (global online session & solidarity messages). Achieved |
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Jan 2026 |
Launch: Youth Peace Ambassadors — training, toolkits, community projects. Planned |
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Spring 2026 |
University Dialogues — regional peace dialogues & faculty seminars (SDG 4.7 implementation support). Planned |
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