Threads of Peace commonly known as House of Peace (HOPe)

Overview Thread of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace started to form as a local initiative in 2012 but was officially registered in 2019. The organization was formed by a group of young people who were together searching for meaning and for a sense of belonging during a time of change. Their diverse backgrounds and common purpose made them a valuable team, giving humanitarian assistance to displaced people, hoping that the message of hope would spread through their diversity to contribute to building a better future. The “family” formed gradually grew and its mission persisted despite the fact that many of its founders have moved on. The “House of Peace” thrived as a virtual house holding an ever-expanding family with a humanitarian mission of promoting peace in society and advocating for conflict sensitivity. Our Vision We envision a diverse community living together in peace. Our Mission Threads of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace, is a local non-governmental organization established in 2015 in Lebanon. We are a team with diverse backgrounds and expertise, sharing similar values. We exist to support social peace, mainstream conflict sensitivity, and promote the well-being of different communities, civil society actors, the private sector, and the public sector. Our Core Values We as a team and individually are guided by the values of non-violence, participation, diversity, the promotion of a supportive environment, accountability, and development. Our understanding of each of these core values is outlined below. Non-violence: We strive to avoid harm and promote peace, seeking alternatives to violence. Participation: We believe in the right of every individual to have the opportunity to actively engage in decision-making processes, activities, and issues that affect their lives and communities. Diversity: We recognize and appreciate the wide range of human differences, including differences in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, abilities, and perspectives. A supportive environment: We believe in creating and fostering conditions that promote the well-being, growth, and success of individuals, groups, and communities. We emphasize the importance of providing emotional, social, and practical support to enable individuals to reach their full potential and thrive. Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, are transparent, and accept the consequences of all our actions. We value integrity, trust, and ethical behavior in personal, organizational, and societal contexts. Development: We strongly believe in the continuous improvement and progress of individuals and communities. We are keen on pursuing positive change and growth in various aspects of life.