The President of Timor-Leste called on young people aged between 11 and 17 to send him "a peace message" aimed at locations where armed conflicts persist. The objective is to collect testimonies from young people about the effects of war on their lives and communities.
The messages received will later be presented and read at the United Nations. This initiative is part of the Timorese President's role as champion of a United Nations fund dedicated to young people.
Timor-Leste, which gained its independence after years of conflict, has peace as one of its diplomatic priorities. The country thus seeks to give voice to young people and raise awareness in the international community about the importance of the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
The initiative aims to demonstrate that young people can be agents of peace and that their voices must be heard in international forums. The Timorese President's appeal reflects the country's historical experience with the devastating effects of armed conflicts.
