Dear Companions in Peace!

What a year it's been! Full of challenges, changes, and a mix of highs and lows. As we look back on it all, we can’t help but wonder what the future holds as we continue working together to build a more peaceful world.

Upon reflection, we're reminded of a simple but powerful truth: PEACE isn’t just a destination—it’s a journey, and every PIECE of the puzzle counts.

Each one of us has contributed in our own way: through acts of kindness, bold conversations, small gestures, and giant leaps. Every effort, no matter how big or small, plays a vital role in shaping the world we want to see.

This holiday season, let’s take a moment to celebrate the PIECE we bring and the PEACE we help create. After all, when we each offer our unique contributions, we’re not just piecing together a puzzle—we’re building a brighter, more hopeful future.

So here’s to a year filled with more Pieces of Progress, Peace in our Hearts, and hope for what’s to come.

Happy Holidays and New Year throughout the world we share together.

With Love and Gratitude - The RPCP Team

The River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding takes the approach of addressing conflict and violence with a continuum of prevention, intervention and restorative strategies involving youth and adult populations, including those healing from the otherwise lasting impact of trauma.