Dear Visitors,

Throughout the last four decades, a united voice to break the silence of the majority of Afghans, both within and outside of Afghanistan, has always been the missing piece in a constructive platform for peace, development and state building in Afghanistan.

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As part of its efforts to continue promoting peace, education, arts, culture and community cohesion, Afghan Academy International in London is proud to launch “In Search Of Peace” on 21st September 2020. This is an International Peace Conference & Festival to honour all those who have lost their lives over more than forty years of war and conflict, and applaud the long-term resilience of those who have still not lost hope.

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The goal is to begin a dialogue, build bridges and provide a platform for interaction that inspires collective work from around the globe, in support of the wellbeing and needs of those suffering from continued wars and dislocation. The aim is to inspire and set an example of good practice that sustains long-term peace, whether between individuals, communities or countries.

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Using Afghanistan as a case study, dialogue will primarily explore important relationships which have formed between Afghanistan and the globe, and what these mean for the future of the country and its people. In addition to panel discussions and individual talks, there will be a showcase of artistic and other audio-visual works, providing a window into how traditional artistic forms have changed and created a shift in the cultural heritage of a nation that has been at the cradle of civilisation and crossroads of world powers.

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Active participation in the project is voluntary and will support the establishment of the first Afghan Library and Centre for Peace, Education, Arts & Culture in London (Afghan Library & Peace Centre). We ask for your kind contribution as a tribute, to honour and remember all those affected by war and conflict throughout the last five decades, help create a dedicated support system for others still in need and in recognition of World Peace Day, 21st September.

We are very pleased to announce that we have received an overwhelming amount of interest from various well-known scholars, academics, writers, filmmakers, artists, musicians, civil society members, organisations, establishments and businesses who agreed to participate and support the overall peace initiative.

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On behalf of our dedicated team, we would like to thank everyone involved so far and welcome you to a unique experience of what we all mean by peace.

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Thank you sincerely for your collaboration and support.

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With peace and respect,

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Assiya Majgan Amini & Shapur Amini

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Afghan Academy International

Afghan Library & Peace Centre

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