Entries by Matthew

Be the Movement! National Conference in DC

Join us this October 16- 20. This is our moment to come together in our Nation’s Capitol to ‘Be the Movement!’ that can fundamentally change the course of our nation and world. Join with like-minded allies from around the nation as we dialogue with, and learn from, some of the world’s most inspiring leaders and experts. We’ll explore practical, yet transformative, actions we can collectively take to change the trajectory of our nation. And, we will make our voices heard to our Members of Congress.

Youth PROMISE Act Reintroduced! Sign Petition to Congress

we are excited to announce the Youth PROMISE Act (HR 2197) has been reintroduced into the U.S. House of Representatives! Please sign the Petition, urging your Members of Congress to step up in support of our kids and sign-on as co-sponsor of the Youth PROMISE Act.

Be the Movement! Photos

Join the chorus of people around the nation and world who are showing their support for Be the Movement and our Peacebuilding Cornerstones by sharing a photo of yourself and/or friends holding a sign with your favorite cornerstone(s) – as many as you want.

Peacebuilding, Our Next Frontier – New Video!

What humanity has accomplished over this past century is truly impressive. We’re flying further, connecting faster, and building higher. We’re finding new and distant worlds. We’re accessing masses of knowledge with ease, and curing disease with accelerating pace. There are so many areas of life for which we have accomplished quite a lot. And yet, when it comes to peace, where do we stand? Peacebuilding is our next frontier.

Peace Deserves a Piece of the Pie 2015

Every year, peace supporters across the nation take pies to their local Congressional offices with a message that “peace deserves a piece of the pie.” We are talking of course about peace and the work of peacebuilding being made a budget and policy priority. It’s always a fun and connecting activity, and we’ve found it to be very effective.