{"id":51275,"date":"2026-09-02T10:36:35","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T10:36:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fondazione-delbianco.org\/?p=51275"},"modified":"2026-09-24T16:23:35","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T16:23:35","slug":"105-countries-5-continents-one-shared-commitment-building-peace-through-dialogue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fondazione-delbianco.org\/en\/105-countries-5-continents-one-shared-commitment-building-peace-through-dialogue\/","title":{"rendered":"105 Countries, 5 Continents, One Shared Commitment: Building Peace Through Dialogue"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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101 Countries, One Shared Message<\/strong>
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An invisible thread connects people from different cultures, languages, religions, and traditions around the world. It is the thread of dialogue, mutual trust, and the belief that cultural heritage can become a tangible means of building peace.<\/p>

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This is the spirit of the Heritage for Building Peace Appeal<\/strong><\/a>, the international appeal promoted by the Fondazione Romualdo Del Bianco \u2013 Life Beyond Tourism\u00ae to invite individuals, institutions, universities, businesses, and civil society organizations to share a common commitment: promoting the Culture of Dialogue<\/strong> as the foundation for a more just, inclusive, and peaceful future.<\/p>

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At a time marked by conflicts, polarization, and growing international tensions, the Appeal reminds us that peace is built through agreements between governments and through people’s ability to meet, understand one another, and recognize each other.<\/p>

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What is the Heritage for Building Peace Appeal?<\/h2>
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The Heritage for Building Peace Appeal stems from the belief that tangible and intangible cultural heritage is far more than a testimony to the past. It is a living resource for dialogue<\/strong>, capable of connecting people and communities through knowledge, respect, and appreciation of their respective cultural identities.<\/p>

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The Appeal invites individuals and organizations to play an active role in this process, affirming a simple yet fundamental principle: peace is built every day<\/strong>, through meaningful relationships, intercultural dialogue, and cooperation among peoples.<\/p>

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By endorsing the Appeal, people and organizations become part of an international community committed to fostering a culture of encounter, recognizing cultural heritage as a shared language capable of building bridges across differences.<\/p>

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From 101 to 105 Countries: A Growing International Community<\/h2>
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On the occasion of the International Day of Friendship<\/strong>, celebrated by the United Nations on 30 July, the Foundation thanked all the individuals, institutions, businesses, and organizations that had chosen to endorse the Appeal.<\/p>

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To mark the occasion, a video was released celebrating representatives from the first 101 countries<\/strong> reached by the Heritage for Building Peace Appeal.<\/p>

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Behind each endorsement are people who have chosen to affirm a fundamental principle: dialogue between cultures, cultural heritage, and mutual understanding can help prevent divisions and build relationships based on respect and cooperation.<\/p>

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Since then, the Appeal has continued to grow. Today, 105 countries across five continents are represented<\/strong>, reflecting an expanding international community and a commitment that crosses geographical borders, cultural differences, and religious traditions.<\/p>

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This achievement goes beyond numbers. It is the result of relationships built over the years among universities, cultural institutions, businesses, civil society organizations, and individuals from countries around the world.<\/p>

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Each new endorsement strengthens a simple yet powerful message: our differences can become a starting point for getting to know one another, working together, and building a culture of peace.<\/strong><\/p>

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Towards the International Day of Peace<\/h2>
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The next milestone will be 21 September<\/strong>, when the United Nations celebrates the International Day of Peace<\/strong>.<\/p>

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For this occasion, the Foundation would like to give a voice directly to the people behind the Appeal.<\/p>

All signatories are invited to record a short video of approximately 30 seconds<\/strong>, sharing:<\/p>

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