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The International Fellowship of Reconciliation (IFOR), also known as International Fellowship of Reconciliation, is a peace organization that has tirelessly advocated for a culture of nonviolence, peace, and human rights since its founding in October 1919. The organization emerged from the World Fellowship of Churches, which was established just before the onset of World War I. Today, IFOR includes members of various religious denominations and worldviews and is active in over 40 countries[3].

• Promotion of Nonviolence: IFOR is committed to educating about nonviolence and training in nonviolent actions. This includes workshops, seminars, and other educational programs aimed at training young people and communities in nonviolent conflict resolution methods[3].
• Interfaith Cooperation: The organization promotes collaboration between different religious groups to develop a common understanding and a culture of peace.
• Disarmament and Peace Work: IFOR is significantly involved in initiatives for disarmament and the promotion of peace processes. This includes supporting campaigns against the export of arms and participating in international disarmament agreements[3].
• Youth Promotion: Another focus is on empowering youth to take responsibility in their societies. This is done through youth exchange programs and volunteer services based on the philosophy of nonviolence[3].

• Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence: IFOR was actively involved in the International Coordination for the United Nations Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for the Children of the World (2001-2010). This initiative aimed to promote a global culture of peace and nonviolence[3].
• Climate and Peace: The organization recognizes the close connection between climate change, resource scarcity, and peace. Therefore, it works on alternative security policies that address these underlying triggers of insecurity[2].
• Civil Conflict Resolution: IFOR supports the creation and promotion of civil conflict resolution instruments, such as the Civil Peace Service. These initiatives help to resolve conflicts nonviolently and promote sustainable peace[2].

• Conferences and Events: IFOR organizes and supports international conferences and events to discuss and promote alternative security policies. An example of this is the conference "Reimagining Security in Europe," which took place in Paris and presented German and British studies on civil security policy[2].
• Partnerships: The organization works closely with other peace organizations, such as Pax Christi, Church and Peace, and Stop Fuelling War. IFOR also has consultative status with the United Nations and is a partner organization of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons[2][3].

The International Fellowship of Reconciliation remains a central actor in the global peace movement, contributing sustainably to a culture of nonviolence and peace through its diverse activities and initiatives.

• 1 - https://www.findmittel.ch/archive/archNeu/Ar76.html?tab=aktenserien
• 2 - https://www.versoehnungsbund.at
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internationaler_Vers%C3%B6hnungsbund
• 4 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Josef_Metzger
• 5 - https://www.versoehnungsbund.at/ruestung-und-ressourcen/