Projects
At People to People International (PTPI), our projects embody our mission of breaking down cultural barriers and fostering understanding through meaningful actions. Designed to empower chapters and communities worldwide, our initiatives focus on creating real, lasting connections while advancing education, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Each project reflects our commitment to building bridges between cultures, enriching lives, and creating a better, more harmonious world—one community at a time. Our members are at the heart of every initiative, transforming their communities through creativity, compassion, and a shared desire to make a difference.
Connect with Your Local Chapter
Curious about what’s happening in your area?
Contact your local chapter to learn about their ongoing projects and find out how you can get involved. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, please do reach out to us directly—we’re here to help inspire and guide you in your own community efforts.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and PTPI’s Commitment
In 2015, global leaders introduced the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—a roadmap to end poverty, fight inequality, and protect the planet. These goals inspire us at PTPI to think globally while acting locally. By aligning chapter activities with the SDGs, we aim to contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable and equitable world.
Whether it’s combating climate change, promoting inclusion, or fostering community resilience, PTPI chapters actively work toward these global objectives with tangible, measurable initiatives.
We encourage all chapters to think strategically and take the long view in planning their projects. We also intend to register our contributions to the UN SDG platform as a demonstration of our commitment to people, the planet, and peace.
Our initiatives follow the SMART framework, ensuring they are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Resource-based, and Time-bound.
By focusing on clear goals and actionable steps, PTPI chapters deliver meaningful change in their communities.
SMART Projects for Real Impact
Ideas for Chapter Projects
PTPI provides chapters with inspiration and guidance to create impactful projects.
Here are some ideas to help chapters get started:
Community Engagement Living Library: Replace books with people—share stories through one-on-one conversations to foster empathy and understanding.
Coffee Mornings: Create informal spaces for community members to discuss relevant topics and build connections.
Disability Awareness: Highlight challenges faced by individuals with physical disabilities through events and advocacy campaigns.
Mental Health Awareness: Organize presentations and roundtable discussions to address issues like loneliness and mental health stigma.
Environmental Initiatives Community Clean-Ups: Partner with local municipal services to clean trash and beautify shared spaces.
Conservation Projects: Plant trees, shrubs, or flowers to enhance local green spaces.
Playground Renovations: Refurbish local playgrounds to create safe, welcoming spaces for children.
Humanitarian Efforts Soup Kitchens and Shelters: Volunteer as a chapter to support local soup kitchens, orphanages, or homes for elderly citizens.
Fundraising Initiatives: Design and sell unique holiday cards or handmade crafts, potentially in partnership with orphanages or elderly homes.
Collect and distribute used books to local schools or libraries—or sell them to raise funds.
Host educational activities focused on diversity, inclusion, and other relevant societal topics. For example, the North Macedonia chapter successfully combined education with fundraising to create lasting change.
Educational Initiatives
Supporting Chapter Projects
Need help developing a project or volunteering opportunities in your local community?
We’re here to guide you. Whether you’re a chapter member looking for inspiration or an individual hoping to contribute, PTPI offers support to make your ideas a reality.
For chapters undertaking projects, our Chapter Project Report Form makes it easy to share your initiatives and showcase your efforts to the wider PTPI network.
Join Us Through meaningful projects, PTPI chapters embody the spirit of Advancing Peace through Understanding. Together, we tackle local challenges while contributing to a global movement of collaboration, empathy, and action. Whether you’re starting a new chapter, joining an existing one, or simply volunteering, your efforts are a vital part of our shared journey. Let’s make a difference, one project—and one connection—at a time.