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Latest stories
International Day of Conscience celebration at the United Nations in Geneva
On 5 April, Caux Initiatives of Change hosted a commemoration of the International Day of Conscience in Geneva which brought 210 people to the Pal…
"Dare to be different": Celebrating the women behind the scenes at the Caux Palace
This year, to mark International Women's Day and Women's History Month, we wanted to highlight some of the extraordinary women who have left their…
Peace in the Middle East needs the strengthening of the moral and spiritual foundations of society
In alignment with the statement issued on 25 March by Initiatives of Change International, the Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation affirms its su…
"Peace needs…" Social Media Campaign: Creating a virtual gallery of hope
2023 was a challenging year for peacebuilders. As it ended, in many contexts political and societal tensions around the world had escalated to a po…
What is the meaning of home?
Amid escalating conflicts worldwide, the arts emerge as a potent force to challenge misconceptions and foster positive perspectives. The pivotal ro…
Sarah Noble: Building networks with International Geneva
We are delighted to welcome Sarah Noble who joined our team as our new Head of Global Engagement in International Geneva. Sarah has dedicated her…
A tribute to Cornelio Sommaruga: "We are not alone in this world."
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Swiss humanitarian, diplomat and former president of the Caux Initiatives of Change Founda…
Building communities through culture and the arts
Anne-Catherine Sutermeister We are excited to announce that Anne-Catherine Sutermeister has joined the team as Head of Community Engagem…
Walking the Talk in Business
Ignacio Packer with Jacqueline Coté and Vivek Asrani, council member of the Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation On 25 - 28 January, In…
Caux Forum 2024: Save the Date!
This summer Caux Initiatives of Change, in partnership with Initiatives of Change International and supported by other civil society networks, UN a…
A cross from Hiroshima’s ‘Ground Zero’
Thanks to its long and rich history, the Caux Palace is always good for a surprise! And so a seemingly normal event in Caux can unexpectedly serve…
International Gender Champions Network: Ignacio Packer signs a pledge to become a Gender Champion
Caux Initiatives of Change are proud to announce that our Executive Director, Ignacio Packer, has signed a pledge to become an Inte…
A new partnership for a sustainable future
Ignacio Packer in discussion with Khulan Berger (centre) and Clément Van Eck Duymaer (right) of MyBluePlanet As COP28 kicked off on 30 N…
Filling the gap in global efforts for peace and democracy
The Caux Forum 2023 was an unforgettable experience. It brought together 550 people from 72 countries, representing diverse cultures and sectors, w…
Congratulations to Montreux, designated UNESCO City of Music
Congratulations to the city of Montreux, which has been awarded the prestigious label of UNESCO City of Music and is now Switzerland's first UNESCO…