On June 4, at a plenary meeting of the United Nations General Assembly, the resolution entitled “Education for Peace,” introduced by the Republic of Armenia, was unanimously adopted.

The initiative stems from the strategic importance that the Government of Armenia attaches to education, as well as from the positive and forward-looking agenda that Armenia promotes in international platforms, aimed at advancing international and regional peace, sustainable development, and the protection of human rights.

The resolution, initiated by Armenia and jointly presented with its principal co-sponsors - France, Chile, Kazakhstan, Mongoli, and Nepal - was co-sponsored by around 100 UN Member States from all regional groups, demonstrating the international community’s broad and steadfast support for Armenia’s initiative.

By adopting the “Education for Peace” resolution, the United Nations reaffirms its commitment to guaranteeing the right to accessible, safe, inclusive, and quality education for all, with particular attention to children affected by armed conflicts, humanitarian emergencies, and other crises, including refugees. The resolution recognizes the role of education in building just, peaceful, and inclusive societies and in promoting a culture of peace.

The resolution calls upon UN Member States to ensure education based on the principles of a culture of peace. It encourages the promotion of education as a means to address the root causes of conflicts, foster mutual trust, and strengthen social cohesion.