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Statement by Moatinoon Centre on the International Day of Peace

Each year, on September 21, the world observes the International Day of Peace—a moment to reaffirm that peace is not a secondary option, but the foundation of stability, justice, and prosperity for all nations. On this occasion, Moatinoon Centre for Peace Culture Journalism stresses that peace is a fundamental human right and an indispensable pillar for building a better future.

Today, as Sudan faces one of the gravest crises in its modern history, the need to embrace the values of peace has never been more urgent. War has brought only destruction, displacement, and deep social fractures. Peace, on the other hand, is the only path to ending human suffering, protecting civilians, ensuring the safe return of millions of displaced people and refugees, and opening the way for reconstruction and development.

The Centre calls upon all national actors—political forces, civil society, youth, and women—to place the culture of peace at the heart of Sudan’s priorities. This means fostering dialogue, embracing diversity, and upholding equal citizenship as the foundation for unity. The Center also urges the international community to shoulder its responsibility in supporting efforts to achieve a just and comprehensive peace that meets the aspirations of the Sudanese people.

Moatinoon Centre for Peace Culture Journalism reaffirms its commitment to continue promoting social awareness and to use journalism and media as tools for enlightenment, dialogue, and positive influence—raising the voice of peace and embedding it as a living culture in daily life, not just as a slogan for special occasions.

For Sudan, peace is no longer a deferred luxury—it is an existential necessity for the survival of both the nation and its people.