
VJN’s Peace Camps and Cross-Border Peace Initiatives provide immersive, hands-on experiences designed to bring youth together from various regions, backgrounds, and cultures with a focus on creating lasting peace. These programs create safe, collaborative environments where young people can engage in constructive dialogue, trust-building activities, and problem-solving workshops. Participants are trained in conflict resolution, leadership, and empathy, while also learning how to bridge cultural gaps and resolve disputes non-violently. These camps and initiatives are not just about learning; they are about building lasting relationships that transcend borders and encourage collective action for a peaceful future. The cross-border peace initiatives are especially impactful as they foster cooperation between youth from neighboring communities that have experienced conflict, enabling them to work together toward shared goals of peace, mutual understanding, and sustainable development. These initiatives are integral in cultivating young leaders who are equipped to influence positive change in their own communities and beyond.