Music connects. Dialogue builds peace.
The European Peace Network brings people of different cultures, religions and backgrounds
together through music and dialogue.
What begins on stage grows into encounters, understanding and lasting connections across Europe.
Music
Music has the power to connect people beyond borders, religions and cultures.
At the heart of our network is Ensemble Coexist – musicians from different backgrounds who share the stage and demonstrate that peaceful coexistence is possible.
Dialogue & Network
Our concerts are starting points for encounters, conversations and lasting partnerships.
Together with local communities, cultural organisations and interfaith initiatives, we aim to build a growing European network for dialogue, mutual understanding and peace.
Why Europe Needs a Peace Network Now
Europe is experiencing a time of growing social polarisation. Antisemitism, anti-Muslim prejudice, religious intolerance and the impact of international conflicts are putting peaceful coexistence under increasing pressure.
Especially now, we need visible and credible examples of people from different religions, cultures and worldviews taking responsibility for peace together.
Music can connect people even where political and religious conversations have become difficult. It creates shared experiences, encourages personal encounters and opens doors to dialogue that extends far beyond the concert itself.
Through the European Peace Network, we aim to transform these encounters into lasting relationships and a vibrant network of cooperation across Europe.
Because peaceful coexistence does not require us to share the same beliefs – it requires us to recognise our common humanity.
Our Vision
We believe that peace begins when people meet, listen to one another and discover what connects them.
The European Peace Network seeks to bring together musicians, religious communities, cultural organisations and civil society partners across Europe.
Our vision is to create lasting relationships that transcend national, cultural and religious boundaries – turning shared musical experiences into meaningful dialogue and long-term cooperation.