About us
PeaceWomen Across the Globe is an internationally active feminist peace organisation based in Bern that supports women in contexts affected by armed conflict in their diverse efforts to build lasting peace.
Exposing and fighting against forms of oppression takes a lot of strength and reflection. This kind of work often involves disappointment and insecurity. A two-day retreat in October 2023 brought together feminist activists from many provinces in Indonesia. The aim was to create a safe space where the women could process their past, their anger, trauma, emotions, confusion or other disappointments in a gentle and positive way – through art, psychological support and a network of feminists who are facing similar repression and difficulties. The activists left this retreat strengthened and with new energy for future activities.
Our Indonesian partners organised the Art & Healing Gathering as part of the Woke Asia Feminist International Network and supported by Artsforwomen Indonesia.
Photographer: Hanne Ara
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History
Our history begins with a courageous and visionary idea: to nominate 1000 women for the Nobel Peace Prize in order to give more visibility and recognition to women's peace work worldwide.
Interview with Ruth-Gaby Vermot-Mangold: Look – and see women’s tireless work for peace
15 years ago, Ruth-Gaby Vermot-Mangold together with an international team nominated 1000 women for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Partners
As a global feminist network organisation, our partners in Switzerland and abroad form an indispensable part of our work.
Programme Partners
As an internationally active network organisation, we implement our projects and programmes in close cooperation with a variety of different local organisations – from grassroots organisations to nationally active non-governmental organisations.