- At Peace Islands Institute, we value the power of appreciation and recognition. Our Appreciation Programs are designed to honor individuals, organizations, and community leaders who have made remarkable contributions to fostering dialogue, friendship, and understanding. Through these programs, we aim to highlight the importance of building bridges and nurturing relationships that transcend boundaries. Join us in recognizing and applauding those who have dedicated themselves to creating a more inclusive and harmonious society. Together, let’s inspire and uplift one another on this journey of peace and cooperation.
January 15, 2024
12th Annual Public Safety Appreciation Dinner
Peace Islands Institute Invites You to It’s 12th Annual Public Safety Appreciation Dinner! We are
October 18, 2023
Peace Islands Institute’s Hispanic Heritage Month Dinner’23
Last Friday, October 13th, Peace Islands Institute took the initiative to shine a spotlight on
October 18, 2023
PII Talks: Power of Dialogue in Peacebuilding
When it comes to fostering peace and understanding among diverse communities, dialogue stands as a
October 18, 2023
The Resilient Spirit of the 4th Bike and Walk
When communities come together with a shared purpose, even the most unpredictable challenges can be
September 20, 2023
Beyond the Books with Persa Koumoutsi
In an evening suffused with the allure of literature and cross-cultural insights, the Ant Bookstore
August 1, 2023
4TH Annual Bike & Walk! Pedal for Peace
Peace Islands Institute (PII) is organizing an event on September 23rd in observance of International
July 31, 2023
Pedal for Peace – Fourth Annual Bike and Walk Event
We are coming together at Saddle River County Park on September 30 at 9:30 am for the Bike and
July 18, 2023
Paterson’s 3rd City of Water Day with Passaic River Coalition
PII was glad to partake in Paterson’s Third Annual City of Water Day, with its
June 7, 2023
Art and Essay Contest Award Ceremony 2023! Montclair State Uni.
Art and Essay Contest 2023: Award Ceremony Join us at Montclair State University for a
April 12, 2023
Annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner 2023
Annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner 2023: Celebrating Unity and Togetherness Join Peace Islands Institute New Jersey
March 20, 2023
11th Annual Public Safety Appreciation Dinner Was a Huge Success!
11th Annual Public Safety Appreciation Dinner Was a Huge Success We want to express our
February 21, 2023
Calling all young film makers! – PII Short Movie Contest 2023
Applications are now open! Peace Islands Institute’s Short Movie Contest 2023 Peace Islands Institute invites all filmmaker
February 21, 2023
Applications are now open! – Art and Essay Contest 2023
Applications are now open! Peace Islands Institute’s Annual 13th Art and Essay Contest 2023 Applications
February 21, 2023
11th Public Safety Appreciation Dinner now on March 9!
You are cordially invited you to the Annual Public Safety Appreciation Dinner! Originally, we had
January 3, 2023
Dialog Workshop & Training for Our Volunteers
Peace Islands Institute Sincerely Invites You To The Dialog Workshop & Training! Peace Islands Institute
January 3, 2023
Save the Date! Public Safety Appreciation Dinner
Peace Islands Institute Sincerely Invites You To The Public Safety Appreciation Dinner! We are excited
October 27, 2022
Pre Thanksgiving – Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley
Peace Islands Institute’s Interfaith committee will participate in many Pre Thanksgiving dinners as every year!
October 27, 2022
Thanksgiving Dinner First Congregational Church
Peace Islands Institute’s Interfaith committee will participate in many Pre Thanksgiving dinners as every year!
October 27, 2022
PII Talks – Hearts and Minds
PII invites you to the first PII Talks program of the season on November 3rd
October 27, 2022
Fire Prevention Week Visit! – Wayne Fire Department
On the occasion of Fire Prevention Week, we visited the Wayne Fire Department to show
October 24, 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at PII Office!
Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) is a month that celebrates history, culture, and the
October 24, 2022
International Festival of Language and Culture 2022!
Came together to celebrate and understand different cultures at IFLC 2022 on October 16. More
September 7, 2022
Art of Living Together
Art of Living Together We were happy to host you on the opening day of
September 7, 2022
Pedal for Peace – Bike and Walk Event
Pedal for Peace! We are coming together at Saddle River Park on September 10 at 9
September 2, 2022
4th Annual Backpack Drive with FBINewarkCAAA and Embrace Relief
More than 1100 backpacks have been prepared for distribution for the 4th annual backpack drive,
August 12, 2022
Pedal for Peace! Annual Bike and Walk Event
Peace Islands Institute (PII) is proud to announce the third annual “Pedal for Peace”, Bike
July 19, 2022
The 2nd Annual Paterson City of Water Day!
City of Water Day Clean-Up Event! On July 16th, 2022, between 8AM -1AM, the Peace
July 15, 2022
We came together at the festival of Eid-al-Adha!
At the Eid Festival, people came together to celebrate Eid-Al Adha, which was co-sponsored by
June 21, 2022
The Art and Essay Contest Winners Have Been Announced!
The 12th Annual Art and Essay Contest Winners Have Been Announced! The 12th Art and
April 29, 2022
United Methodist Church Iftar Dinner Program
We held the last iftar of Ramadan with the valuable members of the United Methodist
April 29, 2022
Youth Academy Iftar Dinner!
We held a great friendship iftar where our young friends from PII Youth Academy came
April 23, 2022
Temple Sholom West Essex Panel & Friendship Dinner
Moderated by Brian Fleischer we held a panel discussion on how different communities can support
April 23, 2022
Passaic County Dialog Dinner
On April 23, 2022, we had the opportunity to host our local neighbors and friends
April 23, 2022
Temple Ner Tamid – PII Iftar Dinner
On April 14, Temple Ner Tamid hosted the PII Interfaith team and volunteers. We talked
April 23, 2022
Nutley Grace Church Iftar Dinner Program
We held our fast-breaking fast with 90 participants at Nutley Grace Church on April 23.
April 21, 2022
Annual Friendship Dinner at Charthouse!
We held our Ramadan Dialog / Friendship Iftar Program at Charthouse on Thursday evening with
April 19, 2022
WEMA – Peace Islands Institute Iftar Program
On April 19, we came together with the valuable members of WEMA at a small
April 18, 2022
Food Truck Organizations! Assemblywoman Britnee Embrace Relief
Ramadan packages prepared in cooperation with Peace Islands Institute, Embrace Relief and Assemblywoman Britnee N.
April 14, 2022
Central Unitarian Church Iftar Dinner Program
On April 14th, we hosted valuable members of the Central Unitarian Church Paramus at the
April 13, 2022
Drew University Iftar Dinner Program
On April 13, we organized our campus fast-breaking dinner at Drew University’s Madison campus with
April 12, 2022
Ramadan Media Iftar Dinner!
On April 12, 2022, we held Ramadan Media iftar for the first time this year
April 9, 2022
Bergen County Dialog Iftar Program
On April 9, 2022, we had the opportunity to host our local neighbors and friends
April 7, 2022
Temple Agudath Israel – Peace Islands Institute Iftar Program
On April 7, 2022, Temple Agudath Israel hosted the PII Interfaith group. We held an
April 6, 2022
BSCBCI Interfaith leaders Iftar Dinner Program
On April 6, 2022, we hosted the leaders of the Brotherhood, Sisterhood Committee of Bergen
April 3, 2022
First Interfaith Iftar Program with Union Congregational Church
We held our first iftar on April 3, 2022! We were honored to hosted the
March 30, 2022
10th Public Safety Appreciation Dinner – PII Awards Ceremony | 2022
More than 200 participants attended Peace Islands Institute’s 10th Public Safety Appreciation Dinner. It was
March 20, 2022
We Celebrated Women History Month Together!
PII celebrated Women’s History Month with its valuable guests! We held our event on Saturday,
March 1, 2022
Art and Essay Contest 2022 applications have started!
THEME Mental Health & Welness We are seeking submissions exploring the importance of mental health
December 8, 2020
What is Youth Academy?
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December 8, 2020
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service At Our Lady of Consolation
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Conversation at Church of the Savior Lutheran
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April 30, 2019
6th Annual Abraham Interfaith Lunch
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