Why we need an International Network of Friendship

An international network of friendship is essential for many reasons, especially in today's interconnected world. Here are some key benefits:

1. Promoting Cross-Cultural Understanding

Friendship across borders fosters cultural exchange, helping individuals and communities appreciate different traditions, values, and perspectives. This understanding reduces prejudice and promotes global harmony.

2. Strengthening Collaboration and Solidarity

An international network enables cooperation in tackling global challenges, such as climate change, human rights issues, and social justice. It creates a united front for advocacy and action.

3. Expanding Opportunities for Growth

Whether in education, business, or personal development, international connections open doors to new knowledge, experiences, and professional collaborations. People can learn from one another and grow together.

4. Enhancing Mutual Support in Times of Crisis

A global network allows communities to support each other during crises—whether natural disasters, political turmoil, or economic hardships. Solidarity across borders strengthens resilience.

5. Encouraging Peace and Diplomacy

Friendship between nations and individuals fosters peaceful coexistence. When people form personal bonds, they become less likely to engage in conflicts and more inclined to seek diplomatic solutions.

6. Boosting Innovation and Creativity

Diverse perspectives lead to fresh ideas. Bringing together people from different backgrounds encourages creative problem-solving and innovation in various fields.

7. Building a More Inclusive and Equitable World

An international friendship network can advocate for inclusivity and equality, ensuring marginalized voices are heard and valued on a global scale.

8. Strengthening Organizations like OIKOPOLIS

For organizations, having an international network expands their reach, influence, and capacity to implement meaningful projects. It also enriches their membership base with diverse experiences and ideas

We live in a world still full of conflict. Although many organisations are working to bring peace and greater international cooperation, many people who want to contribute to this international understanding do not know how they can play an active part. Members of the International Network of Friendship - OIKO.{POLI.S believe that the most valuable approach is the development of personal friendships between individuals from different countries.

We encourage friendship and understanding between people of all cultures through various activities, including travel, hospitality, email, pen-friendship and social activities. This can be anything from a welcoming chat about different ways of life, customs and community to a tour of the locality and involvement in social events. Members usually find that they have more in common than they imagined!

Other Oiko.poli.s services and activities:

• Encouraging contact through penfriends, email and other communication

• Creation of local groups

• Arranging international events for members