Invitation to mark the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace – Earth Cup 2026

Dear ASPnet coordinators

On 6 April, the world celebrates the UN International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, whose theme this year is “Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers.”

On the same day, we will launch Earth Cup 2026, a global youth initiative inviting schools, sports clubs and communities to take part in a simple Fair Play Peace Circle ritual on sports fields.

We warmly invite ASPnet schools to join by organising a short moment before a match, training session or school sports activity where young people stand in a circle, reflect on fair play and share a commitment to respect, cooperation and peace.

Participants are encouraged to share photos or short videos of their Peace Circle moment to inspire others around the world.

More about Earth Cup:
https://www.peacecircle.world/post/earth-cup-2026

About the UN day:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/sport-day

A special announcement:

Our song “Peace Grows in You” will be released on 27 March on YouTube and Spotify. The song has been recorded with young singers and professional musicians , and a sing-along version will also be available. Schools and teams are warmly encouraged to play or perform the song during the Fair Play Peace Circle ritual.

Small moments can create a powerful global message.

Warm regards,

Mika Vanhanen
Founder, Peace Circle®
Plant And Care For Peace
UNESCO Greening Education Partner

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