October 24, 2026
Youth Peace Network Begins Its 2026–2027 Year with “Becoming a Peace Agent”
Peace Islands Institute launched its 2026–2027 Youth Peace Network on October 6 with its first
March 19, 2026
Interfaith Youth Iftar
Recently we had a wonderful Interfaith Youth Iftar with our Youth Peace Network and the
December 23, 2025
Youth Peace Network Hosts Interfaith Literacy and Dialogue Training
Peace Islands Institute recently hosted an Interfaith Literacy and Dialogue training as part of its
November 3, 2025
PII Launches Its 2025–2026 Youth Peace Network Program
Peace Islands Institute officially opened the new program year of the Youth Peace Network (YPN)
October 9, 2025
Conference on Fethullah Gülen’s Thought and Practice
Conference on Fethullah Gülen’s Thought & Practice Explores Education, Dialogue & Identity at Drew University
September 25, 2025
Peace Islands Institute at the 10th Annual UNGA SDGs Conference
Peace Islands Institute was honored to participate as a partner in the 10th Annual UNGA
June 23, 2025
Celebrating 15 Years of Empathy and Creativity: The 2025 Art & Essay Contest Awards
On June 19, 2025, Drew University’s Concert Hall filled with applause as Peace Islands Institute
April 6, 2025
Interfaith Youth Leaders DC Trip
April 6–7, 2025 A group of passionate young leaders joined Peace Islands Institute for an
April 5, 2025
No Hate In NJ – Youth
Peace Islands Institute and Sky Academy Youth Center hosted a special session titled "No Hate
April 5, 2025
Youth Leadership Education DC Trip
April 5–7, 2025 Young participants from Peace Islands Institute took part in the Youth Leadership
March 2, 2025
Youth Peace Network Iftar
Highlights from the Youth Peace Network Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together
February 26, 2025
PII Talks – Black History Month
Peace Islands Institute hosted a vibrant Black History Month celebration at its Hasbrouck Heights location.
February 16, 2025
A Day of Learning
Peace Islands Institute and CBI co-hosted A Day of Learning and Sharing at the Harmony
February 13, 2025
Ramadan & Dialogue: Building Bridges Through Shared Traditions
On February 8, 2025, Peace Islands Institute hosted an engaging Ramadan & Dialogue Info Session
February 13, 2025
Youth Peace Network Seminar: Understanding Different Faith Traditions
Bridging Differences Through Dialogue and Shared Values On February 12, 2025, Peace Islands Institute’s Youth
February 12, 2025
Youth Peace Network College Training
Peace Islands Institute and Sky Academy hosted an engaging evening program titled Understanding Different Faith
February 8, 2025
Dialogue Workshop Training 2025
Peace Islands Institute hosted a special Community Dialogue Workshop at Wayne, NJ. The event brought
January 28, 2025
Youth Peace Network – Volunteer Event
On Sunday, January 26, 2025, Peace Islands Institute, in collaboration with the First Congregational Church
January 28, 2025
PII Talks: Muslim Heritage Month with Dr. Vincent Parrillo “Muslims in America” – CJCC
On January 25, 2025, Peace Islands Institute hosted an inspiring PII Talks event titled “Muslims
January 26, 2025
Youth Peace Network – FCC Montclair Youth – Community Service
What an inspiring afternoon of unity and service! Peace Islands Institute and First Congregational Church
January 24, 2025
PII Talks: Muslim Heritage Month with Dr. Vincent Parrillo “Muslims in America”
On January 23, 2025, Peace Islands Institute hosted an inspiring PII Talks event titled “Muslims
December 11, 2024
Youth Training: Understanding Religions
It was a true privilege to come together for such a thoughtful and enriching evening!
November 21, 2024
2024 Thanksgiving @ First Congregational Church (11/21)
This Thanksgiving season, Peace Islands Institute had the privilege of collaborating with the First Congregational
October 19, 2024
Youth Dialogue Summit
In the program attended by over 125 of our youth from across the Northeast, the
October 18, 2024
PII Talks: Hispanic Heritage Month “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together”
The first PII Talk of the season celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with the theme “Pioneers
October 9, 2024
Youth Peace Network – First Orientation Training
Build Empathy and Understanding: Expose participants to diverse cultures and perspectives. Equip with Essential Skills:
June 10, 2024
2024 Art & Essay Contest Award Ceremony
We are honored to announce that yesterday we held the 14th edition of our Art
June 4, 2024
The Winners of the Art & Essay Contest
We are thrilled to announce the date when the results of our the Art &
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
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
June 7, 2023
Art and Essay Contest Award Ceremony 2023! Montclair State Uni.
Join us at Montclair State University for a special celebration to honor the winners of
February 21, 2023
Applications are now open! – Art and Essay Contest 2023
Applications are now open for the Peace Islands Institute's Annual 13th Art and Essay Contest
October 27, 2022
PII Talks – Hearts and Minds
PII invites you to the first PII Talks program of the season on November 3rd
June 21, 2022
The Art and Essay Contest Winners Have Been Announced!
The 12th Art and Essay Contest was held this year, on June 16, 2022, at
April 29, 2022
Youth Peace Network Iftar Dinner!
We held a great friendship iftar where our young friends from PII Youth Peace Network
March 1, 2022
Art and Essay Contest 2022 applications have started!
We are seeking submissions exploring the importance of mental health and wellness, including taking care
December 8, 2020
What is the Youth Peace Network?
The Youth Peace Network (formerly known as Youth Academy) is a youth organization that stems