Attendees of the 2021 US Servas conference in N. Carolina might recall the delightful children's art displayed around the room. These were the winners of the 2020 Peace Pals International Art Contest. What a wonderful way to expose your kids or grandkids to thinking about peace in a way that might inspire them. Maybe their art will hang on the world stage instead of the fridge.Peace Pals International is associated with May Peace Prevail On Earth, Inc. They are now accepting submissions forthe 26th annual children's art contest.  

This year's contest is based on the theme "Unity". Unity is being together or at one with someone or something. It’s the opposite of being divided. This is a word for togetherness or oneness. Children should create an image of what this means to them. The contest has four age categories ranging from 5 to 16. All artworks must be original and drawn by the participants. Click to learn more about Peace Pals, see the contest Rules and Guidelines, or see Previous Winners. 

NOTE: Artwork submission deadline is August 31, 2023 

Would you like to have a language and cultural immersion experience with Servas?  The Servas SYLE program offers younger Servas members (18 to 30) an opportunity to widen their knowledge of a language by immersing themselves in another culture. Hospitality is offered by Servas hosts and organized in the spirit of generosity and cooperation between Servas groups in different countries. The program involves young people in the everyday life of their host family and local community. US Servas offers some financial assistance to participate in this program.

Registration should be made 3 to 4 months before your planned travel. Here is a link to the Registration Form. Submit your application to rota.raffaella2022@gmail.com. for more information visit the Servas International SYLE webpage. If you still have questions feel free to email  youthandfamilies@servas.org

You can purchase this year's International Day of Peace t-shirt (with a peacock!) or  any other SERVAS t-shirt design here. Profits support Youth Activities.