What Happened
The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) and Quaker Peace & Social Witness (QPSW) have nominated Concordis International for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Concordis has been active for two decades in fragile conflict zones, focusing on community-led solutions to address the root causes of conflict and promote lasting peace.
Why It Matters
Concordis operates in regions such as Chad, Cameroon, Central African Republic, South Sudan, and Sudan, where their efforts in local peacebuilding are crucial in mitigating the impacts of war, famine, and climate change. The nominating letter highlights Concordis’s commitment to peace as a model for the future, emphasizing their respect for local partners and the importance of grassroots initiatives.
What’s Next
Peter Marsden, CEO of Concordis, expressed gratitude for the nomination, underscoring the importance of recognizing the work of local peacebuilders. The Nobel Committee will review the nomination, and the outcome will be announced later this year.
