UNESCO's Manifesto 2000: 75 Million People Commit to Work for World Peace

In 1999, UNESCO and several Nobel Peace Prize laureates launched the Manifesto 2000 signature campaign. The Manifesto 2000 is not a petition; rather, it's a commitment by each person who signs it to follow the six principles of a culture of peace in his or her daily life, family, work and community: respect all life reject violence share with others listen to understand preserve the planet rediscover solidarity The Manifesto 2000 has been signed by a staggering 75 million people worldwide, with more people signing every day. UNESCO's Director-General Matsuura stated: "It is a sign of hope that decision makers, gathered at the Millennium Summit, and civil society — represented by the millions of signatories of the Manifesto 2000 — share the same commitment. For peace cannot be brought about by decree. Whilst political, economic, or military settlements are necessary to establishing peace, they are not enough. Each individual must uphold the commitment in practice, in his or her daily life, through the simplest of acts. I am delighted to see that the world movement for a culture of peace is gathering momentum. During the International Decade for the Promotion of a Culture of Peace and Non-violence for the Children of the World, we will increase our efforts so that it triumphs." You can sign the Manifesto at Manifesto2000. Or visit The Women's Spiritual Network. Their email address is surya@spidernet.com.cy.