A DAY FOR PEACE The International Day of Peace is observed around the World every 21stof September. The United Nations declared this day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace through observing 24 hours on non-violence and ceasefire, both within and among all nations. The World Scout Bureau, Asia-Pacific Region under the umbrella of Messengers of peace has taken this initiative for the past six years in celebrating the International Day of Peace as a day creating awareness, inspiring young people and leaders to make this day a commitment day for year-round peace actions. This year’s theme is Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #GlobalGoals. It is a call to action that recognizes our individual and collective responsibility to foster peace. Fostering peace contributes to the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will create a culture of peace for all. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said, "Peace is needed today more than ever. War and conflict are unleashing devastation, poverty, and hunger, and driving tens of millions of people from their homes. Climate chaos is all around. And even peaceful countries are gripped by gaping inequalities and political polarization."