Global Peace Day Initiatives

The speaker shares their journey from being an actor to becoming a filmmaker with a mission to create a global day of peace. Inspired by global issues and a book by Frank Barnaby, they launched the Peace Day initiative, facing initial challenges but gaining support from global leaders. The initiative led to the adoption of the 21st of September as a day of ceasefire and nonviolence, with significant impact in conflict zones like Afghanistan. The speaker envisions a global truce and emphasizes the role of individuals in achieving peace.

What inspired the speaker to transition from acting to filmmaking?

• A suggestion from a friend

• A book by Frank Barnaby

• A desire to become famous

• A need to earn more money

Why was the 21st of September chosen as the date for the Ceasefire Nonviolence Day?

• It was the only available date

• It was the speaker's granddad's favorite number

• It was a significant date in history

• It was the speaker's birthday

Which global leader was one of the first to support the idea of a peace day?

• Oscar Arias

• The Dalai Lama

• Nelson Mandela

• Kofi Annan

What was the speaker's reaction to the lack of press at the initial launch of the peace day?

• He sought financial support

• He was discouraged and gave up

• He was motivated to continue documenting

• He decided to change the date

What event prevented the announcement of the peace day on September 11th?

• The 9/11 terrorist attacks

• A political scandal

• A technical failure

• A natural disaster

What was the impact of the peace day in Afghanistan in terms of violence reduction?

• 10% reduction

• 70% reduction

• 30% reduction

• 50% reduction

Which organization played a crucial role in supporting the peace day in Afghanistan?

• The World Bank

• The Red Cross

• UNICEF

• NATO

What was the speaker's ultimate goal for the peace day?

• To make it a national holiday

• To raise funds for his projects

• To achieve a global truce

• To gain personal recognition

How did the speaker plan to raise awareness for the global truce?

• By organizing concerts

• Through social media and partnerships

• By writing a book

• Through a series of public debates

What analogy did the speaker use to describe the impact of individual actions on peace?

• A single star in the sky

• A drop in a glass of water

• A leaf in the wind

• A drop in the ocean