The foundation

The Foundation

What is the Non-Violence Project Foundation?

The Non-Violence Project Foundation is a global non-profit organization, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Switzerland. We are dedicated to promoting non-violence and peace through education and awareness, empowering individuals to resolve conflicts without violence.

Violence takes many forms - physical and mental - and today, we all have a crucial role to play in creating safer social, work, and sports environments for everyone.

Today's reality on violence

>1.1
million
people lose their lives to violence each year
World Health Organization (WHO), 2020. World report on violence and health. Geneva: WHO.
10%
of the societal costs of violence could be reduced through timely preventive education
Skandia Insurance, 2017. Study report. Stockholm: Skandia Insurance.
>1
billion
children are affected by violence, leading to long-lasting consequences
World Economic Forum, 2020. Global Status Report on Preventing Violence Against Children. Geneva: WHO and UNICEF.
Our impact

Our efforts to stem violence for over 30 years has resulted in

1
million people educated across
3
countries on
1
continents
Over
1000000+
people reached
1m
educated in
3
countries on
1
continents
1000000+
people reached

And we're just getting started...

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President, Anna Hellman

Anna Hellman serves as the President of The Non-Violence Project Foundation, bringing extensive expertise in strategic leadership and business development. Driven by a deep commitment to social impact, she plays a pivotal role in expanding the foundation’s reach and advancing its mission to equip young people with the skills to resolve conflicts peacefully.

With a proven track record in organizational growth, stakeholder engagement, and innovation, Anna strengthens the foundation’s efforts to create lasting change through education and awareness. Under her leadership, The Non-Violence Project continues to inspire and empower future generations to build a more peaceful world.

Board of directors

Jan Hellman
Co-Founder & Non-Voting Member
Rolf Skjöldebrand
Co-Founder & Member of the Board
Anna Hellman
President
Nicke Bäcklund
Member of the Board
Jens Holm
Member of the Board
Annual Report

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Country Offices

Non-Violence offices

Brazil Office

Since 2011, The Non-Violence Project Brazil has promoted non-violence through education and sports, working with public schools, community organizations, and over 60 ambassadors from sports, art, and music.

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Ecuador Office

Despite rising violence in Ecuador, we believe in a future where all 17 million Ecuadorians can live in peace. The Non-Violence Project Ecuador actively engages in community initiatives, advocacy efforts, and educational programs, working to counteract violence through awareness and action.

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Greece Office

The Non-Violence Project in Greece is actively implementing education initiatives in schools, integrating non-violence principles into classrooms and community programs. Through our growing presence, we continue to empower students with tools to prevent conflict and promote peace.

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