INVITATION to an event commemorating the International Day of Peace. Organized by the NGO Committee on Peace Vienna with the support of Bertha von Suttner Friedensakademie.

“UN – 80 years for Peace, Perspectives for the Future”

At the Vienna International Centre (UN Vienna) - Date: Friday, September 19th, 2025

First part – Ceremony in front of the Peace Bell - Time: 14:00 hours (2:00 PM CET) Meeting place: VIC, Memorial Plaza, at the Peace Bell

Welcome by: Mr. Peter Haider Chair, NGO Committee on Peace - Vienna

Messages by: Ms. Rebecca Jovin Chief of Office, United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs at Vienna and by Ambassadors to the UN in Vienna

Musical contributions (drums, saxophone) - Ringing of the Peace Bell

Second part – Panel discussion on the theme: „UN – 80 years for Peace, Perspectives for the Future“ - Time: 15:00 hours (3:00 PM CET) Meeting place: VIC, C-Building, 7th floor, Conference Room CR3

The Global Goals have been introduced to the world.  A 17-point plan to end poverty, halt climate change and fight injustice and inequality.  The Global Goals are the biggest attempt in the history of the human race to make the world a better place.