From Peace of Art family, we wish you all a happy new year!

A new year is a great time for inspirational dreams but also important to set your first step towards your goals turning them into achievements and reality.

Peace of Art is always by your side to build your dreams!

Building youth’s capacities and opening new dimensions for their abilities are priorities at “Peace of Art”. New Lebanese – International partnerships will be launched, starting this year from Germany, specifically with “YOUTH GLOBE” international company aiming to share and benefit from the international expertise in fields of entrepreneurship, culture, art, civilizations’ dialogue, and building bridges for the sake of humankind and humanity.

Mahdi Yahya,

Chairman of “Peace of Art” and area manager at “YOUTH GLOBE”.

16 January 2022

Peace of Art is joining the Global High-Level Conference on Inclusive Peace Processes for Youth which will highlight the impact young people have around the world and UN Resolution 2250 on the areas of youth, peace and security.

3 December 2021

We are so inspired by our participants' enthusiasm within "Art Against Violence" program, these passionate change-makers are contributing non stop peace building all over the region with Art and creativity.

A new mural entitled "We Talk Peace", was drawn by them on the wall of "Al- Ain Public High-school".

Glad as Peace of Art team to have the opportunity to participate in the "High Level Global Conference on Youth-Inclusive Peace Processes" today, where our president Vera Mawla will be delivering a speech sharing our experience in engaging youth in peace-building process in Lebanon.

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Today's children are tomorrow's leaders

Peace of Art's team is dedicated to inspire a creative, self-aware and active generation that is capable of creating change. We started a new journey with the "Future Champions" Program, with free classes given by our volunteers. We work with children to develop their musical, artistic, linguistic, and social skills, as well as introduce them to new concepts such as non-violent communication, peaceful communities, justice, dialogue and democracy... This program creates the safe environment for the children to encourage positive values from a very young age.

January 21, 2022

Miss Vera Al-Mawla, the president of Peace of Art, represented the organization in the High Level Global Conference on Youth-Inclusive Peace Processes. Vera delivered a speech about Peace of Art's mission in engaging youth in the peace-building processes and advancing the implementation of the Youth Peace and Security (YPS) agenda.

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10 February 2022,

Peace of Art chairman, Mr Mahdi Yahya , will be speaking about the organization’s activities in promoting a culture of peace through art and education, and much more. today at 7:00 pm in the "Civil Society Dialogue Programme VI" between Turkey and EU(CSD-VI), organized by Peace Culture Education Network - PeaCE NET

11 February 2022,

"During these two years, I gained extensive knowledge experience in this academy, where I developed many skills such as project writing, discussion, and communication."

- Mahdi Yahya, founder and chairman of the Peace of Art Association.

February 20, 2022

Peace of Art has organized an artistic event within "Art Against Violence" project, in Al Fakiha Caffee, with more than 200 attendees including several stakeholders and participants' families.

The event started by the national anthem and was presented by miss Hibat-allah Sukarieh followed a speech for the Program officer of the organization, Mr Ibrahim Yehya, who emphasized on the positive impact that PoA has played as a local organization in North Beqaa to empower youth in the region according to the mission set by it founder since 2016. The event then continued with artistic shows done by our participants in different fields including music, film making, drawing, theatre and photography.

The audience were amazed by the performances, showing positive feedbacks and intense enthusiasm within their reaction.

Finally, this event is a part of the supporting journey in the artistic, cultural and educational fields that Peace of Art is working on in the region.

February 28, 2022

We are pleased that the President of Peace of Art, Ms. Vera Al-Mawla, will be one of the speakers in the “Peacebuilding Forum, Erasmus +”, organized by the European Union. Where she will convey our various experiences in the framework of activating the role of youth in the peace building processes in local communities.

1st of March 2022,

On this day, we emphasize on eliminating all aspects of discrimination to build healthy societies.

12 March 2022

The International Conference on Dialogue and the Culture of Peace is hosting Dr. Mahdi Yehya to talk about Peace of Art's activities and how to build a culture of peace.

From “Peace of Art”, a salute to the heart of every mother in the world.

23 March 2022

Speech by PoA's Program Manager Mr. Ibrahim Yahya within the launch conference of the Arab Culture and Arts Network (ACAN) under the auspices of the Minister of Culture, and its programs under the slogan "For cultural solidarity"

21 - 27 March 2022,

Peace of Art Participated in the Week of Solidarity with the peoples struggling against racism and racial discrimination, to emphasize the rejection of the idea of discrimination of all kinds, in addition to considering ARTS as a basic and important solution and aid to end discrimination and racism.

26 March 2022,

Together we spread the atmosphere of peace and art in Ras Baalbek!

Another mural entitled “Peace be upon the one who loves peace” was painted on the wall of Ras Baalbek Public High School by participants in the “Art Against Violence” project, to promote the idea of peace in their local community.

8 April 2022,

The "Know Your Candidate" initiative is a voluntary community initiative from the Peace of Art association that aims to introduce young people to the electoral programs for all candidate lists within the third district of Baalbek (Baalbek-Hermel). In this meeting, representatives of the lists (candidates) at the Peace of Art Center, at the invitation of the association, gather with young people from different regions of Baalbek-Hermel in a dialogue session, during which they raise many questions about the candidates' electoral projects. Note: This initiative is local and is not funded by any party or supported by any donor.

17/4/2022

"Peace of Art", in cooperation with the National Education Scout - Al Fakiha Regiment, organized an initiative to distribute food kits on the occasion of Ramadan for the year 2022. This initiative aims to enhance the spirit of cooperation and teamwork, toward a better coherent society.

1/4/2022

Peace of Art organization has conducted a training of trainers (ToT) entitled “Music and Art Therapy for Kids” in addition to life capacity building training for “Cirquenciel” trainers in Ecolodge, Khan Al Maksud, Taanayel.

"Cirequenciel" is an artistic educational circus for children and youth that aims to strengthen the relationship between youth from different backgrounds.

The training lasted for two consecutive days, during which the participants got acquainted with methods of communication with children and how to use art to break barriers between children, in addition to their knowledge of how to prepare and carry out musical activities for children, and supporting kids psychosocially, especially those who were subjects to Traumas such as ( wars, explosions, displacements...)

The training of trainers(ToT)aims to enforce the relationship between local associations, and to share capacity building among the trainers.

29 April 2022,

Peace of Art announces the opening for free and professional training courses for ages 13 to 21, at the Peace of Art Center - Al Fakiha!

- English language exercises

- Exercises in storytelling techniques

-Training in communication techniques and skills

-Computer and Microsoft training

5 May 2022,

Youth dialogue meetings to talk about cultural, social, artistic issues....

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19 April 2022

The "Institut Francais Du Liban" visited Peace of Art's Center in Al Fakiha. The representatives were Ms. "Camille Brunelle", the deputy director of the "Institut Francais" of Zahle and Baalbek, and Mr. "Fabrice Henry", who is a specialist in the theater field.

They were shown around the Center and got acquainted with the activities that are offered within our organization.

During the visit, it was agreed to carry out joint activities between Peace of Art and the "Institut Francais".

Amman- Jordan

May 19, 2022 - May 28, 2022

The President and the Program Officer of "Peace of Art", Ms. "Vera Al-Mawla", and Mr. "Ibrahim Yahya", have participated as representatives of the NGO in a meeting and training organized by the United Network of Youth Peacebuilders (UNOY), where POA is the only Lebanese member of this Network . other also from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region have been party of the gathering.

The training began with an introductory meeting between the UNOY members, It also included a presentation of Peace of Art's activities and their impact on the region - especially in Baalbek Hermel. Trainings were given on teamwork techniques, leadership skills, basic communication skills and how to establish social networks (Networking), in addition to storytelling techniques.

On June 18, Peace of Art Band will participate in a concert in Baalbek organized by the French Cultural Center on the occasion of Music Day 2022.

Time: 7:00 p.m

Venue: Baalbek Castle - Temple of Bacchus

June 21, 2022

In celebration of World Music Day, Peace of Art affirms its goal, which is to strengthen Peaceful coexistence through art, and especially music.

Based on this goal and on the occasion of this day, we celebrate all the musicians who strive to convey the message of peace through music.

Rabat - Morocco / 23 June 2022,

Peace of Art NGO, represented by its President, Ms. Vera Al-Mawla, participated in the Intergenerational Dialogue Forum on the Role of Youth in Preventing Violent Extremism through Sport, which is part of the Global Program for the Security of Major Sporting Events, and the promotion of sport and its values as a tool to prevent violent extremism, led by The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, in partnership with the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute, provided an opportunity to exchange views and ideas among participating youth leaders from the Middle East and North Africa on the role of sport in combating and preventing extremism among youth.

25th of July 2022

The Lebanese Center for Studies (LCPS) invited Mr. Mahdi Yahya, founder and Chairman of Peace of Art NGO, as a keynote speaker at a conference on "Lebanese youth's Involvement in the Political Process" under the title "The Political and Citizen Journalist Roles of Youth in Rebuilding Lebanon". The President of Peace of Art, Ms. Vera Al-Mawla, represented the founder and Chairman of the Association, so that the session began by talking about the structural obstacles that prevent young people from participating in political life, the impact of the current Lebanese crisis on youth political participation, in addition to the obstacles that challenge women when mentioning participation in political life.

The panel discussion concluded with questions raised by attendees on the main topic.

The Peace of Art Association has opened the door for registration for a training session on the tools and skills of teachers, from blended learning and its platforms, to communication skills and body language, in addition to using visual platforms and more tools.

Our first concern has always been in the Baalbek-Hermel region and our primary goal is the youth category, and today, after the great positive impact that Peace of Art has contributed to in terms of creating opportunities for young men/women to become influential people who are able to change and make their voices heard, acquiring life and technical skills in a large extent, and are able to develop themselves positively by starting to accept the other and get rid of the pests of society. For these reasons, we celebrate together the International Youth Day, the future peacemakers, those who create their individual initiatives with the aim of improving their communities, hoping from them to spread and transmit a culture of peace through nonviolent methods, youth leadership skills and the ability to change positive future.

Happy International Youth Day!

Saturday August 20, 2022 - Main Center - Al Fakiha. Peace of Art Organization has invited clerics in the northern Bekaa region, and youth participants from the "Musawat" project to a roundtable discussion within the framework of the project, which is concerned with ways of peaceful coexistence and acceptance of the other by giving students trainings on human rights, effective communication techniques and methods, debate, and music.

The session began with the Lebanese national anthem, a speech by the association’s president, Ms. “Vera Al-Mawla” and a speech by the Executive Director, Mr. Ibrahim Yahya, and then the speeches of the representatives of different religions and sects:

-Sheikh Omar Yahya

-Father Rabie Shaaban

-Sheikh Misbah Nasir al Din

-Sister Hoda Tannoury

-Sheikh Fadi Sukkarieh

Many questions related to the main topic of the session: “Methods and ways of peaceful coexistence” were raised by the students of the project, and the session ended with the students presenting recommendations to representatives, and concluded by giving honorary shields to the attending clergymen.

August 26, 2022 - Al Fakiha Primary School

Under the sponsorship of “Peace of Art” Organization, Al Fakiha Sports Club and the National Education Scouts in the town, organized the Sports Festival through a volleyball match on its second day at the Primary School in the presence of delegations from civil society and scouts from the region. The match took place between the local Club and Fallujah Club, The match ended in a draw, cups and medals were distributed to both teams.

August 21st - 25th 2022 Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Peace of Art NGO participated in the Search for Common Ground training program that is gathering the perspectives and skills of existing digital community stewards. Representing Peace of Art was the President "Vera Al Mawla" who participated in this training as a "Digital Community Steward".

This training will improve the moderators' understanding of guidelines, provide tools and practices concerning digital safety, and improve knowledge of concepts such as misinformation, disinformation and hate speech to build safe, functional, and cohesive digital communities.

The program aims to promote reporting and flagging practices to appropriately classify and flag negative digital narratives with higher confidence to efficiently manage digital conflict. Equipping digital stewards with these skills to foster digital communities that respect diverse views and healthy discourse will improve the overall quality and safety of social media platforms and make way for timely modification and review of community rules, which is what Peace of Art is working on with trainers, teachers and active youth.

August 27, 2022 - Peace of Art Headquarters

Peace of Art Organization invited religious leaders from the northern Bekaa region to a roundtable discussion with youth within the framework of the project "Musawat 2", which is concerned with women rights in the society from the point of view of the diverse religions. The program included training youth on human rights, GBV, effective communication techniques and methods, debate, in addition to music sessions. The session began with the Lebanese National anthem, an openning speech delivered by the organization's president, Ms. “Vera Al-Mawla” and a speech by the Executive Director, Mr. Ebrahim Yahya, followed by speeches by the representatives of the different religions and sects:

- Sheikh Abdel Salam Dandach

- Father Elie Khoury

- Sheikh Fadi Soukarieh

- Sister Hoda Tannoury

- Sister Hamda Meselmany.

The speeches were followed by a Q&A session on the main topic of the session: “The role of women in the society from the point of view of religion”, and questions were raised by the young participants, ending with the youtj presenting recommendations to the religious leaders. The round table was concluded with handing certificates to the attending religious leaders.

August 7th 2022 Peace of Art Headquarters - Al Fakiha

PoA’s Emergency Relief team received training on fire safety and and First Aid. This included discussions on emergency response procedures at the office, equipping the team to tackle a wide range of potentially dangerous scenarios. The Emergency Relief team has previously provided aid in the aftermath of the 2020 Beirut explosion, by supplying emergency food to those affected, and assisting cleanup efforts. In July 2022, the team worked locally to tackle forest fires that occur annually around Sbuba-Harbata, on the Western Mountain Chain of North Bekaa.

As a part of the preparations for the "Intercultural Days of Dresden", a meeting was held at the municipality of Dresden- Green Party office, attended by Ms. Tina Siebenichert, the President of the Green Party in Dresden; Mr. Aziz Bachouri, member of the Advisory Council in Dresden, and Dr. Mahdi Yahya Yahya the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Peace of Art. They discussed the topic of the conference organized by the party on September 27, 2022 entitled: “Climate Change and its Impact on Migration Movement”. Dr. Yahya will be delivering a speech on climate change in Lebanon and its impact on the migration movement.

This conference is part of the "Intercultural Days of Dresden".

September 15, 2022;

Peace of Art, in partnership with Development Indicators Association (DIA), carried out a discussion session, facilitated by Mr. Fayez Okasha, on the role of persons with disabilities within the mechanisms of participation in the local development processes, within the framework of cooperation and networking in support of the issues of marginalized groups in the society. The meeting took place in Peace of Art's playground, in presence of members with special needs from Fakiha.

Today we celebrate 6 years of contribution to fighting hate speech, and building peace and acceptance in the community 🕊️ Happy International Peace Day! 🤩

Since its establishment, the Peace of Art relief team has been working without hesitation in environmental crises and natural disasters to provide emergency assistance. Amidst environmental deterioration in the North Bekaa, the team continues to protect natural sites through raising awareness of the dangers of wild fires and campaigning for climate change action.

Today, our team needs your support and funding for emergency kits and equipment, in order to extend our mission to protect nature not only over the North Bekaa but all over Lebanon.

Interested in volunteering with our relief team? Don't hesitate to contact us!

+96181950102

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15 to 20 September 2022 - Amman

PAX for Peace organized a summer camp entitled “Musawat Training Camp” in Amman - Jordan, where the different organizations involved in the "Musawat" program participated, including Peace of Art.

The camp began with a meeting between the organizational members from 3 Arab countries (Lebanon - Palestine - Iraq). "Musawat" program country-implementations were introduced, through each organization's representative. The Executive Director of Peace of Art, Mr. Ebrahim Yehya, presented the organization's implementation plan including the activities and the positive impact in the North Bekaa.

Peace of Art's team also attended capacity building training sessions focused on creating safe spaces, well-being, advocacy....

The camp concluded with a cultural night with the participants from the three countries.

October 1-2, 2022 - Ain Zhalta, Al-Shouf Cedar Reserve.

Peace of Art, in partnership with @PAX for Peace, @Alef, and @Sada Playback Theater, organized a training camp in the Chouf Cedars Reserve as a closing event of the "Musawat" project.

The camp included the following trainings:

- Diversity and citizenship with Mr. Elie Al-Hindi.

-Body language, with Mr. Ebrahim Yahya.

-Interactive Musical Theater with the Sada Association's Team in coordination with Ms. Aya Habbab

-Stereotypes with Ms. Sasha Hajj Assaf.

-Interactive music, coordinated by Miss Vera El Mawla.

The activities enhanced the spirit of cooperation and team building, and developed leadership and life skills among the groups.

The camp was concluded with an evaluation by Sada association, and certificates were distributed by Peace of Art.

Friday, October 7, 2022 - the main center of the Peace of Art in Al-Fakiha.

Peace of Art finalised a series of workshops on entrepreneurship and project writing with Mr. Ebrahim Yahya, which taught participants the following skills:

-Project management basics

-Entrepreneurship basics

- How to implement a project

The last training workshop was concluded with the distribution of participation certificates to all the attendees.

Saturday November 12, 2022 - Peace of Art Center - Al Fakiha.

Peace of Art NGO, in cooperation with the Lebanese Red Cross, organized an awareness seminar about the "cholera" epidemic in the presence of high school students and stakeholders from Al Fakiha. The seminar started with the trainers Muhammad Nasser Al-Deen and Zeina Allaw, where they shared with the attendees the symptoms of the epidemic, preventive tips and treatment methods, in addition to distributing an awareness leaflet that was shared with Peace of Art, and the participants.

22/11/2022

Celebrating the Lebanese Independence Day

Do you like civil society work? Did you apply for the NGO field work? Do you want to be a part of the civil society engagement?

This program aims to provide participants with on-hands skills and tools to excel in the civic society field and in the job market.

The Program:

- Technical English Training

- Advanced Computer

- Project Planning

- Project Coordination

- Information Management

- Reporting & Articles

- Monitoring & Evaluation

- Design Thinking

- Business & Entrepreneurship

- Financial Management Skills

- Content Creation & Design

- Social Media Management

- Evaluation & Feedback

- Presentation & Effective Communication

-Applicants must have a university diploma or its Technical equivalent in any field of study.

-Applicants must have a good level in English language.

-Applicants age must be between 21 and 36 years old.

This project is an initiative implemented by Peace of Art, and all the costs are covered by the organization.