This October, we're heading to Nairobi for the world's first global gathering for local peacebuilders and allies: Peace Connect. Organised by Peace Direct and open to peacebuilders from all over the world, Peace Connect will be a week of meaningful connection and collective action.
The event is being shaped by local peacebuilders, with an Advisory Group steering the programme. Sessions are also open for co-creation - send in your idea to lead a session at Peace Connect by Friday 11 July at 23:59 BST: pitch your idea here.
Peace Connect won’t feature keynotes and plenaries, but will instead enable the gathered activists and peacebuilders to collaborate on shared priorities. Attendees will have space to focus on meaningful interactions, creativity, and wellbeing.
Over 13-17 October there will be four days of gathering and discussion – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday is a rest day when you will be able to take some time for yourself.
The core areas of focus for the event are:
- Building community and solidarity
- Elevating the peacebuilding sector
- Facilitating collaborative action and analysis
- Making space to learn and reflect
- Forging powerful alliances
- Promoting mental health and self-care
Learn more about Peace Connect and secure your ticket now:
