Youth Action for Peace is an international peace movement which aims for societies of peace, justice, and self determination. Since 1923 Youth Action for Peace has been committed to promote peace and dialogue in local communities through the active participation of young people. Youth Action for Peace has 17 member organisations and numerous partner organisations
International Network of Volunteers. Youth Action for Peace engages and trains international and local volunteers who work in community projects of our member and partner organisations. In 2006 4000 international volunteers participated in our programs world wide.
YAP Around the World. With our members, partners, and volunteers, Youth Action for Peace reaches out to more than 40 countries world wide including:
- Europe: Austria, Belgium, Balkan region (Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia), France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
- Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Kenya, Mali, Togo, West Sahara
- America: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, United States of America
- Middle East: Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine
- Asia: India, Indonesia, Japan, Nepal, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam
With the great support and work of at the moment 17 member organisations and our partners Youth Action for Peace is able to promote its values and programs to young people around the world.
Generous Funding Partners. European Commission, European Youth Foundation/ Council of Europe, member organisations of Youth Action for Peace, a variety of national agencies and individuals.
