WAR DIVIDES, MUSIC CONNECTS
We use music as a tool to build connections, foster empathy and shape communities.
Studies have shown that music is a powerful tool that can influence behavior, shape culture and strengthen social bonds.
We use music as a means to address the needs of societies divided and affected by conflict.
Mission
To use the power of music to bridge divides, connect communities, and heal the wounds of war.
Vision
To inspire people worldwide to engage as peacemakers and use music to transform lives.
How We Work
Music is an integral part of human nature. It has the potential to connect and bring people together. We use music as a tool to alleviate the disastrous effects and causes of war and mass violence, collaborating with organizations and change-makers globally so together we can:
Create long-term programs that respond to the true contexts and
needs of people’s lives
Train musicians and community leaders to effect nonviolent change
Advocate for peace
On the ground, this can sound like rock music, Burundian drumming, rap music, a cello sonata, or a stick hitting the bottom of a bucket. It’s not up to us to decide what the music will sound like. Our role is to create access to music-making that is guided by our Working Principles of safety, inclusion, equality, creativity, and quality. This approach opens a musical space that enables people to communicate and share. It defines how we work.
Why Music?
May 19, 2022
This blog was written by our director, Laura Hassler.
Alkmaar, a medium sized city in the Netherlands, known to the tourists for its cheesemarket. Known to Dutch historians for the first victory against Spanish occupiers in the 16th century’s 80-year war. Known to church organists for the monumental van Hagerbeer/Schnitger pipe organ in its Grote Kerk, the city’s old cathedral. Known to soccer fans worldwide for AZ
Al-Musiqa Tajm'ana Programs
Join Musicians Connect
We invite you to join our Musicians Connect group on Facebook. This group is open to musicians and organizations around the world, who are interested in using the power of music for connection, peacebuilding, and social change.
Members are welcome to showcase their work, share opportunities and pose questions to the group within this theme.