Coventry’s official Lady Godiva Pru Porretta MBE believes that Lady Godiva is as important a figure today as she has ever been. Pru is the only woman in Coventry’s history to have re-enacted the famous ride many times in the … Continue reading →
There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which were unanimously adopted by the 193 Member States of the United Nations at a historic summit in September 2015. Ending poverty, protecting the planet and ensuring prosperity for everyone can all contribute to … Continue reading →
The Peace and Reconciliation gallery at the Herbert tells the story of Coventry’s role in promoting peace and reconciliation around the world. The gallery features key objects and artworks from the museum’s collection, including John Piper’s iconic painting of the … Continue reading →
Coventry Refugee & Migrant Centre welcomes all refugees and migrants to help them rebuild their lives, supporting their integration and encouraging them to contribute fully to the life of the City and achieve their full potential in safety and dignity in Coventry. … Continue reading →
The General Assembly of the United Nations, in its resolution 57/129, designated 29 May as the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. This is the date when in 1948 the first UN peacekeeping mission named the “United Nations Truce Supervision … Continue reading →
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. Sustainable … Continue reading →
Lord Mayor of Coventry’s Annual Peace Lecture has been presented by many distinguished speakers over the years. Previous speakers have included: 2013 Satish Kumar “Three Dimensions of Peace” 2014 David Porter “Dancing at the Cross Road” 2015 Jonathan Porritt “Reshaping the Security Agenda” … Continue reading →
This Committee of about 20 peace-activists works to promote the city’s agenda as a city of peace and reconciliation both within Coventry and more widely. We organise several annual events and projects including the Lord Mayor’s Peace Lecture, Hiroshima Commemoration, … Continue reading →