Manifesto 2000

For a culture of Peace and Non-violence     

The year 2000 must be a new beginning for us all. Together we can transform the culture of war and violence into a culture of peace and non-violence. This demands the participation of everyone. It gives the young people and future generations values that can inspire them to shape a world of dignity and harmony, a world of justice, solidarity, liberty, and prosperity. The culture of peace makes possible sustainable development, environmental protection and the personal fulfillment of each human being.

Recognizing my share of responsibility for the future of humanity, especially for today's children and those of future generations, I pledge - in my daily life, in my family, my work, my community, my country and my region, to:

1.         Respect the life and dignity of each person without discrimination or prejudice.

2.         Practice active non-violence, rejecting violence in all its forms: physical, sexual, psychological, economical and social, in particular towards the most deprived and vulnerable such as children and adolescents.

3.         Share my time and material resources in a spirit of generosity to put an end to exclusion, injustice and political and economic oppression.

4.         Defend freedom of expression and cultural diversity, giving preference always to dialogue and listening without engaging in fanaticism, defamation and the rejection of others.

5.         Promote consumer behaviour that is responsible and development practices that respect all forms of life and preserve the balance of nature on the planet.

6.         Contribute to the development of my community, with the full participation of women and respect for democratic principles, in order to create together new forms of solidarity.

To manifest my personal contribution to promote a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence, I undertake to:

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