Peace Cities is a new city-to-city interfaith networking opportunity launched by the Partner Cities Network through PeaceNext.org.

Peace Cities showcases local initiatives in cities around the world that have hosted local interfaith events in cooperation with the Partner Cities Network and past Parliament of Religions international gatherings (Chicago, 1993; Cape Town, South Africa 1999; Barcelona, Spain 2004; Monterrey, Mexico 2007 and Melbourne, Australia, 2009). The organizers of these local events represent over 120 international non-governmental organizations, institutions, foundations, interfaith coalitions, and thousands of religious and spiritual leaders, grass-roots activists, educators, and civic leaders.

Peace Cities was launched on September 21, 2010 in conjunction with the United Nations International Day of Peace to recognize the on-the-ground work of partner interfaith communities and their leaders who work to foster interfaith cooperation, peace, and social cohesion. Cities that have earned the designation of Peace City are eligible to apply to join the Partner Cities Network.

Please click here to view the list of current cities.