May 6, 2025
On this International Mother Language Day, we highlight the vital importance of mother tongues in preserving cultural diversity, collective memory, and fundamental rights.
A mother tongue is more than a means of communication; it is the foundation of identity, dignity, and the intergenerational transmission of knowledge. Yet, in many parts of the world, millions of people are denied the right to learn, speak, and teach their language. Linguistic exclusion—often institutionalized—undermines equitable access to education, civic participation, and social justice.
We call on States to adopt inclusive language policies that recognize and protect minority and Indigenous languages, particularly in education systems, media, and public services. The recognition of linguistic rights is a cornerstone of democracy and social cohesion.
By valuing every language, we affirm each individual’s right to fully exist within their culture and history.
International Solidarity Association for Peace
February 21, 2025
Oct 8, 2024
October 7, 2023, will remain etched in the collective memory as a day marked by violence and destruction in the Middle East. One year after the unexpected Hamas attack on Israel, the humanitarian and political repercussions of this devastating conflict continue to be felt. More than 40,000 Palestinian lives have been tragically lost, including thousands of women and children, while the Gaza Strip remains engulfed in desolation and exhaustion.
The International Solidarity Association for Peace expresses deep concern over foreign interventions, particularly Iran’s military support for various armed groups such as Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, Hashd al-Shaabi, and other factions operating in the region. This support perpetuates the cycle of violence, exacerbating the suffering of civilian populations trapped in this endless conflict.
The risk of regional conflict expansion is real. The rise of armed militias across multiple countries threatens to plunge the entire Middle East into even deeper chaos, undermining diplomatic efforts for peace. If these armed groups continue to act unchecked, the war could extend far beyond Gaza and Israel, endangering international stability.
However, we affirm that the Palestinian civilian population has the right to peace, security, and self-determination. Civilians, already worn down by years of conflict, should no longer serve as bargaining chips in the political and military agendas of these armed groups.
The International Solidarity Association for Peace calls for the immediate release of all hostages and urges intensified international diplomatic efforts to reach a peaceful resolution to this crisis. A political solution is more necessary than ever to end the violence and offer the peoples of the region a future based on dignity, security, and justice.
October 7, 2024
International Solidarity Association for Peace
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Sep 21, 2024
On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, celebrated every year on 21 September at the initiative of the United Nations, the Association for International Solidarity for Peace reaffirms its unwavering commitment to a world founded on justice, equality, human dignity, and respect for fundamental rights.
In a global context marked by armed conflicts, forced displacement, rising hate speech, and growing inequalities, we call for peace to be placed at the heart of all public policies—whether local, national, or international.
Peace cannot be achieved without addressing systemic injustices, without the active participation of marginalized communities, and without concrete efforts to ensure human, social, and environmental security. Nations must strengthen mechanisms for conflict prevention and mediation, and civil society must be fully involved in peacebuilding processes.
On this 21 September, we invite citizens around the world to raise their voices for peace and to commit to concrete actions of solidarity and dialogue. Peace is more than an ideal—it is a right.
International Solidarity Association for Peace
September 21, 2024
