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International Day of Play

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

April 6 is the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. According to the UN, this day is an opportunity to honor the positive role of sport and physical activity in the communities and lives of people around the world. This year, the focus is on sport as a means to promote a peaceful and inclusive society.

Right To Play and partners secure a new U.N.-designated International Day of Play

The United Nations announced the inauguration of a new International Day of Play that will take place on June 11. It was the culmination of a large, global effort led by Right To Play and partner organizations to spotlight the importance of play in children’s lives, learning, and development, and to call attention to the need to protect children’s right to play.

Stand Behind Unstoppable Girls

In many countries around the world, it is still not easy to be a girl. Gender norms and traditions prevent them from going to school and living their dreams. With the right support, girls can overcome obstacles to achieve their goals.

Move together to get things moving: 100km in 24 hours non-stop!

That's exactly what Sonja Ringdal and Annette Syz have in mind! On August 17th, 2024, they will set off on a hiking adventure around beautiful Lake Zurich. The sponsored kilometers are intended to enable vulnerable children to benefit from play-based learning in our programs.

Charity Flea Market

On the 2nd Advent, the Maison Bern in Bern was buzzing with activity at the third Charity Flea Market organized by our ambassador and professional beach volleyball player Anouk Vergé Dépré. Many well-known faces were present or donated their clothes.

Charity Quiz Night 2023 at the Volkshaus

124,130 Swiss francs raised for a good cause – what a great outcome of a evening at the Volkshaus Zurich. The evening was dedicated to the #SetTheirTomorrowInMotion campaign and to giving children affected by displacement, conflict and poverty access to playful activities.

Set Their Tomorrow in Motion

Dreaming about the future is a part of growing up. But for too many children, hope for what’s to come seems out of reach. The crises that shape today’s world intensify displacement, disrupt education, and put children at higher risk of violence and exploitation.