Peace on Earth

Peace on Earth

Celebrating the UN’s role promoting world peace in 2010

New York Young violinists perform at the annual ceremony marking the International Day of Peace at UN Headquarters, New York.

Sudan Dancers perform at a fifth anniversary celebration of the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Yambio, Sudan.

Switzerland UN Peace Messenger Jane Goodall speaks to an audience of students at a Geneva lecture.

Darfur A female UN Police officer and a peacekeeping colleague at the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID)’s celebration for the International Day of Peace.

Timor-Leste A traditionally dressed Timorese participates in Alieu’s ceremony for the International Day of Peace.

New York Students proudly waive their national flags during the Peace Bell ceremony of the observance of the International Day of Peace: “Peace - A Climate for Change�, at UN Headquarters in New York.

Haiti A Bolivian UN peacekeeper returns a baby to his father while assisting the residents of CitĂŠ Soleil, Haiti.