Today, we joined the world in celebrating International Peace Day 2026 under the theme “Invest in Peace — Securing Every Vote, Every Voice, Every Gambian.” As The Gambia approaches a critical electoral period, this year’s theme reminds us that peace is not just the absence of conflict, but an active investment in dialogue, inclusion, and the protection of every citizen’s right to participate freely and safely in shaping our democracy.
The commemoration was graced by the International Model United Nations – The Gambia (IMUN-The Gambia) and The National Federation of The Gambia Clubs for UNESCO, whose presence reflects the growing movement of young people and partners committed to peacebuilding and civic engagement across the country.
As we mark this day, let us all recommit to being voices for peace — protecting every vote, amplifying every voice, and standing together for every Gambian. 
