Three representatives from the Vitebsk region received the title of "Honored Peacemaker"

The award ceremony took place in Vitebsk as part of the celebration of the 55th anniversary of the Belarusian Peace Foundation.

On October 14, representatives of the peace movement in the Vitebsk region gathered in the regional philharmonic hall to celebrate the foundation's anniversary, which has united caring people and inspired them to good deeds and initiatives. Improvement of monuments and landmarks related to the Second World War, assistance to the needy, disabled, lonely elderly citizens, veterans, large families, children with serious illnesses, support for young talents, patriotic education of youth, development of people's diplomacy... This list can go on.

– The branch develops peace, patriotic, humanitarian, and charitable programs and projects and implements them through city and district organizations of the Peace Foundation. It should be noted that 80% of voluntary donations from citizens and sponsorship gratuitous assistance are directed to financing events within the framework of programs implemented at the local level. The traditions of peacemaking have a worthy history in the Vitebsk land, and many tasks, events, and significant dates await us ahead, – said Tatyana Tumanova, Chairperson of the regional branch of the BPF.

– Today, peacemaking has not only not lost its significance but has become even more relevant in the face of new global challenges, – emphasized Vladimir Belous, Deputy Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee. – The regional branch of the Belarusian Peace Foundation unites the residents of the Vitebsk region who contribute to maintaining peace and tranquility in the country through concrete actions as the basis for a stable life of Belarusian society. Close interaction with authorities and the public in the regions of the oblast makes it possible to develop local initiatives that receive broad support. Examples include the construction of the "Urochishche Peski" memorial complex in Polotsk, the repair of the monument to the Hero of the Soviet Union Minay Shmeryov and the improvement of the adjacent territory in Vitebsk, the creation of commemorative signs for the Alley of Heroes in Dubrovno, and much more.

other. Active participation in the life of the regions allowed the regional branch to become one of the best organizations of the BPFM in promoting life initiatives for the sake of good and harmony.

On behalf of the head of the region, Vladimir Nikolaevich wished the jubilee participants that the organization's motto "Happiness is to live in a peaceful country" would become a guiding principle for all people.

Behind every good deed, there is always a person with an open heart, especially when it comes to the Peace Fund. On the one hand, these are those who direct earned funds for the common good, and on the other hand, public activists who initiate and help implement good intentions, realize specific projects and initiatives. Therefore, on the anniversary, there was an awarding of deserving representatives of the peacekeeping movement in the Pridvinye region – with honorary diplomas, letters of appreciation from the regional executive committee, the regional Council of Deputies, and the organization itself.

The badge of the Belarusian Peace Fund "Distinguished Peacemaker" was awarded to Zoya Krot, Galina Klyosova, and Nikolai Morozov, who at one time headed the regional branch and dedicated considerable effort to the peacekeeping movement in the region.

The festive hall was filled with friends and partners of the Peace Fund – representatives of local authorities, public associations, various institutions, organizations, including guests from near and far abroad. And this indicates that peace truly unites.

The brightest and most touching moment in the anniversary program was the presentation of "Child of Peace" certificates to parents whose sons and daughters were born on September 21, the International Day of Peace. Also, children who had previously received this certificate came on stage with their mothers and fathers. After all, the annual "Child of Peace" campaign has been held in the Vitebsk region for seven years, and more than 170 young Pridvinye residents have this honorable status. It can be stated that peace has a future, including in the face of these children who will grow up and build a prosperous and peaceful Belarus.

Natalia RYAZHKOVA. Photos by Dmitry OSIPOV. "Vitebskiye vesti".