Peace Day 2019

21st of September marks World Peace Day with 2019 theme “Climate Action for Peace”, recognising the importance of combating climate change as a way to protect and promote peace around the world.

Background: 

Climate change causes clear threats to international peace and security. Natural disasters displace three times as many people as conflicts, forcing millions to leave their homes and seek safety elsewhere. The salinization of water and crops is endangering food security, and the impact on public health is escalating. The growing tensions over resources and mass movements of people are affecting every country on every continent. Peace can only be achieved if concrete action is taken to combat climate change.