Competition Closing Date
2026-02-23 23:30 (America/New_York)
Submission of all competition winners at school level for final awards on February 27 2026

Football Match for Peace
2026-02-27 15:00 - 17:00
Community Football Matches for Peace
Morning

Team registration and briefing on sportsmanship and non-violence
Opening ceremony and march-past of teams
First round of football matches

Afternoon

Halftime peace talks by mentors, police, and community leaders
Continuation of matches
Conflict resolution booth offering resources and support
Music and family activities around the field

Closing Ceremony
2026-02-27 17:00 - 19:00
Closing Ceremony
Morning

Assembly of marchers at designated starting point
Peace songs, posters, banners, drums, and youth performers
Peace March through major community routes with marshals and police support

Afternoon

Closing Ceremony at central location
Greetings from leaders, churches, youth groups, and partners
Testimonies from residents, students, and athletes
Presentation of the Peace Week Report summary
Commitment ceremony: signing the Community Peace Charter
Cultural performances (drumming, choir, dance)
Official closing prayer and thank-you acknowledgements

Empowering Young Minds Scholarship (EYMS)
2026-07-15 08:00 - 2026-08-15 17:00
