Paris Peace Forum 2023
SEEKING COMMON GROUND IN A WORLD OF RIVALRY
For the sixth year in a row, the Paris Peace Forum brought together key players in global governance on November 10-11 at the Palais Brongniart. The aim of the 2023 Forum was to “Seek Common Ground in a World of Rivalry”, against a backdrop of global polarization (most notably between China and the United States) jeopardizing international cooperation on issues vital to humanity – all in an environment marked by the eruption of conflict in the Middle East.
Participated Chhaya Mathur Saint Ramon and Janicka Bassis.
THE 11TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF MUSEUMS FOR PEACE
From August 14 to 16th 2023, the 11th INMP conference was held in Uppsala, Sweden. Hosted by Fredens Hus and coordinated by Jesper Magnusson, INMP Executive Board member. Katherine Josten's Global Art Project for Peace is emblematic of such work. A mission which she has pursued for nearly three decades, the project brings together people in 140 countries to exchange artworks for peace.
Liska Blodgett, Janice Bassis, Leva Jamil, Arya Akhoundzadeh and Hedie Hosseini represented Peace Museum Vienna and shared Peace from Vienna
"You Can Be a Peace Hero, Too" is a captivating art installation created by Arya Akhoundzadeh and Hedie Hosseini, two Iranian artists based in Austria. The installation was specifically designed for the 11th International Conference of Museums for Peace, held in Uppsala, Sweden, and consists of two Plexiglas figures which symbolise Peace Heroes of the past and the future.
Paris Peace Forum 2019
From 11 to 13 November 2019, the second edition of the Paris Peace Forum was the occasion to celebrate several initiatives of the past such as the 100 years of the International Labor Organization (ILO), the 70 years of the Conventions of Geneva and the 30 years of the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Participated Chhaya Mathur Saint Ramon and Janicka Bassis.
Celebrating the 175th birthday of Bertha von Suttner
9TH JUNE 2018
The 175th birthday of Bertha von Suttner, a trailblazing peace activist and the first female Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was celebrated in Vienna with a special event honoring her legacy. The commemoration highlighted her contributions to the global peace movement and her enduring influence. As part of the event, Behnaz Monfared, a talented artist, presented her inspiring artworks dedicated to Bertha von Suttner. Through her creations, Monfared beautifully captured the essence of von Suttner’s life and mission, emphasizing the timeless relevance of her message of peace and nonviolence. This celebration served as a powerful reminder of von Suttner’s remarkable achievements and the importance of continuing her work in today’s world.
Global Peace Leadership Conference 2014 Seoul, Korea
Global Peace Foundation, October 2, 2014
The Global Peace Leadership Conference (GPLC) 2014 in Seoul saw participation from a wide range of organizations committed to advancing peace and global cooperation. Among them, the Peace Museum Vienna played a notable role, with its mission of promoting peace education and awareness. The museum was represented by Liska Blodgett, who brought her expertise and dedication to fostering dialogue and understanding through cultural and educational initiatives. Her participation underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in peacebuilding, as well as the role of museums and educational institutions in shaping a global culture of peace.
