Frontline peacebuilding since 2011
Join us in pursuing lasting solutions to armed conflict by creating pathways for young people to leave armed groups, reintegrate into society, and help build sustainable peace.
Independent · Field-based
Where your support goes
Donations are especially important for high-risk initiatives in Somalia, Yemen, and other conflict-affected areas that are difficult to fund through grants. They help young people leave armed groups, rebuild their lives, and become Agents of Peace.
In conflict-affected areas, we support young people from diverse backgrounds who have become involved in conflict to disengage from armed groups, empowering them to realize their potential as young people with promising futures who can contribute to the peaceful development of their communities and wider society.
We seek to understand the circumstances that led young people to become involved in conflict and empower them, while promoting reconciliation between them and their communities. By actively involving young former combatants in these efforts, we foster community-wide social inclusion and help break the cycle of hatred.
As calls for greater youth participation and leadership grow across international agendas, we focus on young people affected by armed conflict, whose realities and needs remain overlooked. Alongside our field-based programs, we engage in policy development and advocacy to raise awareness of their circumstances and strengthen support for their disengagement and reintegration, as part of our efforts to address conflict at its roots.
Monthly support
$10 / month for one year
We can provide one month of basic education, including reading and writing, to 20 young people who were forced to take up arms in their childhood.
Most selected
$30 / month for one year
Your support can enable six young former combatants to complete a one-month vocational training program, such as carpentry, equipping them with practical skills to earn a sustainable livelihood and build a future beyond conflict.
$50 / month for one year
We can reach out to young people currently in armed groups and encourage them to lay down their weapons over 6 months, through our frontline phone consultation service.
Nor's story
“Accept International taught me the importance of learning and forgiveness. You gave me the courage to create a new future. Now I spend quiet time with my family and friends.”
Nor was born in Somalia, a country in East Africa that has experienced decades of violence. When he was 17, his younger brother was killed by a government soldier. This tragedy deeply affected him and led him to join an armed group, driven by grief and a desire for justice.
Nor witnessed the harsh realities of conflict, and he was later arrested and sentenced to 15 years. Surrounded by sorrow and fear, Nor felt completely alone and lost hope for his future. During this difficult time, he met Accept International and started to study, reflect on peace and justice, and think about a new life after prison. Eventually, he became a teacher in the prison school and supported others in their learning and growth.
After his release, Nor chose to follow a path of peace instead of revenge. Drawing on his unique experiences, he now supports young people affected by conflict and helps prevent others from becoming involved in violence.
Ahmed's story
“Because I was once caught up in conflict, I want to work for dialogue and hope.”
I am from Yemen. When I was 12, I was forced to take part in an ideological education and training program run by a non-state armed group. Alongside teachings that demanded obedience and self-sacrifice, I also received training in handling weapons. For me as a child, those were days of fear and confusion. Fortunately, before I was sent to the front line, my family and I managed to escape to an area under government control.
After disengaging from the group, I received vocational training and educational support from Accept International. This helped me gain the confidence to shape my own future. I am now studying medicine at university and hope to pursue a career in healthcare. I find profound meaning in the fact that, after once being at risk of being sent to the front line, I am now gaining the knowledge and skills to help others.
My past cannot simply be erased. Yet precisely because of those experiences, I understand deeply how important it is to choose dialogue and hope over violence. Through my studies and actions, I will continue to contribute to building a better society.
Monthly giving program
Accept Ambassador
More than monthly donors—fellow peacemakers who walk alongside us.
Accept Ambassador is our monthly giving program, where supporters can contribute from $10 USD per month to sustain our work. We chose the name «Accept Ambassador» because it means more than just being a monthly donor. It represents a partner, a fellow changemaker, and someone who walks alongside us in our mission for peace. Your ongoing support enables us to accompany young people over the long term, as they leave armed groups behind and step forward as Agents of Peace.
Become an Accept Ambassador
Offer messages of hope and encouragement to youth rebuilding their lives after conflict.
Get timely updates from our team, available only to Accept Ambassodors.
Connect with Accept staff and fellow Ambassadors through an exclusive social media group.
Give with confidence
Accept International works in conflict-affected areas where needs are urgent and few actors are present. We collaborate with governments, international organizations, academic institutions, and local communities while remaining firmly grounded in frontline realities.
Ways to give
Join us as an Accept Ambassador with a monthly donation. This option is available to supporters in the U.S. and around the world.
Become an Accept AmbassadorDonations through this option are tax-deductible in the United States.
For additional help, contact contact@accept-int.org.
Yes. We regularly host information sessions where you can learn more about our organization and activities. You're warmly invited to join us. For event details and registration, please visit: ▶︎ https://accept-int.org/en/eventinfo/
The title "Ambassador" was chosen to reflect our wish to be an organization that walks together with each of you. It does not require you to take on any specific responsibilities or activities, like a traditional ambassador might. By joining as an Ambassador, we simply hope that you will feel proud to be part of our mission and community.
We are committed to maintaining full accountability in the use of donations and funds. To address potential risks such as money laundering, we make sure to closely coordinate with local governments and financial institutions throughout our activities.
Yes, you can adjust your donation amount at any time. For donations in USD, we recommend starting at $10 and considering an increase whenever it feels right for you. To change the amount, please use the platform where you made your donation. If you are unsure how to update your donation through the platform, feel free to contact us at the email address below for assistance. contact@accept-int.org
If you donate in USD via the Myriad platform, your donation will be eligible for a tax deduction.
Donations in GBP are accepted through WhyDonate. Please note that donations made through this platform are not tax-deductible.
If you donate in EUR, you will generally do so through the Give Asia platform. Please note that donations via Give Asia are not tax-deductible. However, if you reside in Belgium and wish to donate in EUR, you can do so via the Fondation Roi Baudouin platform to receive a tax deduction.
Donations in Swiss Francs made via the Transnational Giving platform will be eligible for a tax deduction.
Please see the Ways to give section for available donation options. We sincerely appreciate your consideration.
Yes, you can cancel your donation at any time through the platform you used to make your contribution. If your situation changes, you also have the option to temporarily pause your support or reduce the donation amount for a few months. If you are unsure how to cancel through your platform, feel free to contact us at the email address below for assistance. contact@accept-int.org
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