2026 International Day of Peace
Surfacing Hope
September 20, 2026 • 3-6 p.m. • Structures Brewing • 601 W Holly St., Bellingham, WA
This year's poster features artwork from Ceci Lopez! Ceci is an oil painter using mixed media layers to convey the history of the creative process of each piece she creates. Her art merges the colors and textures of both her native home Guatemala and the Pacific Northwest. Nature and wilderness are prevalent in her expression of life and hope for all that is. Follow her online and see more of her work at @cecilopezart88 and cecilopezart.com.
Nominate a Peacemaker!Every year, we honor a youth and lifetime peacemaker in our community during our IDP celebration. If you know someone who should be recognized for making change in the community, please nominate them HERE!
Volunteer with us for the event!This is the perfect opportunity to get involved with WPJC if you've been curious about volunteering but didn't know where to start. It's also a great way to be part of a meaningful celebration! Complete this form to learn more.
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Help us reach our goal!As one of the very few BIPOC and immigrant-led organizations in Whatcom County, WPJC has been a hub for community education, youth empowerment, and grassroots organizing since 2005. Our work is made possible by people like you, who understand that real change happens when we come together locally with courage, creativity, and hope. We’re asking for your support. Donations typically range from $50-$300!
2026 International Day of Peace Sponsors
Amnesty International • Springtime Farm • Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship • Mount Baker Foundation • Liliane (COF&)
Become a Sponsor for International Day of Peace!We warmly invite you to sponsor the 23rd annual International Day of Peace celebration, hosted by the Whatcom Peace & Justice Center (WPJC) on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Each year, this joyful gathering brings our community together to imagine and build a world rooted in care, dignity, and justice. This year’s theme, “Surfacing Hope”, feels especially meaningful.
We’re asking for your support as a 2026 event sponsor. Sponsorships typically range from $500–$2,000 and help cover the costs of speaker honorariums, ASL interpretation, live performances, and community programming. In return, your organization or business will be recognized:
Please confirm your sponsorship by August 31st, 2026, by filling in the form here. Every bit helps, and we’re committed to making this partnership work for you! If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] or 360-734-0217.
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