The name and logo of Grains of Peace are more than just graphic signs.They reflect a deep-seated conviction: peace cannot simply be taught, it must be cultivated, from childhood onwards, in relationships, in the way we learn and live together.
A name for education
“Graines de Paix” evokes a simple, universal idea: everyone, whether child, youth or adult, carries within them the potential for life, growth and peace.The seed is the child who learns and is transformed.It already contains everything needed to grow, flourish and, in turn, pass on.The plural form reminds us that peace is not an individual process: it’s together, in diversity, that seeds become forests.
This name reflects the heart of the Foundation’s educational work: helping each child to develop the life skills – empathy, cooperation, respect, emotional management – that will enable future generations to grow up in peace rather than violence.
An identity linked to life
By choosing the metaphor of the seed, the Foundation affirms its deep connection to the living world. Peace is not an abstract ideal, but a natural process of growth. Like a plant, it requires light, care, attention and the right conditions to flourish: a benevolent environment, respectful dialogue, and an education that connects rather than divides.
This bond with nature also reminds us that ecological balance and human peace are inseparable. A peaceful society takes care of life in all its forms, just as a balanced environment nurtures inner and social peace.
A logo symbolizing flight
The Graines de Paix logo embodies this vision in motion. Its shapes evoke flight, growth and openness—those of children, ideas and societies aspiring to peace. Its bright colours symbolize cultural and human diversity; its symmetry reflects balance and harmony. Together, these elements express a collective impulse: individuals learning, growing and moving forward together towards a more peaceful civilisation.
The logo is not an image of peace; it is a metaphor for learning, movement and co-construction.
Consistency between symbol and mission
Everything in the name and logo converges on the same idea: peace is not an end in itself, but an ongoing process of learning.The Foundation’s educational programs extend this symbolism:
- they bring values to life,
- life skills development,
- and cultivate rewarding relationships at school, in the family and in society
So the name Graines de Paix is not just an emblem.It’s a compass for education: learning, growing and passing on to build a peaceful world.