Inspired by Peace: A Message from Adeline, age 12 in Singapore.

March 2, 2026

We recently received a beautiful letter from Adeline in Singapore. She shared that she participated in the Peace Pals International Art Exhibition and Awards in 2022 when she was just eight years old.

Adeline wrote to tell us how meaningful the message May Peace Prevail On Earth has been in her life. In her letter, she shared a touching story about what inspired her artwork, along with a short video describing her inspiration.

We are deeply grateful that Adeline took the time to reach out and share her experience with us. Hearing from young participants like her reminds us why the Peace Pals program is so special and how the message of peace continues to inspire young people around the world.

From Adeline:
“Hello, my name is Adeline. I am 12 years old and I live in Singapore.

A few weeks ago, I noticed a stray dog near the convenience store at the entrance of my neighbourhood. It stayed there quietly and watched people come and go. There were also a few stray cats nearby. Some residents would leave food for them, and I began to notice how these animals were living alongside us.

One day, I used some of my pocket money to buy a can of dog food from the store. It was a small action, but it made me feel that I was no longer just watching. It made me feel that I could care in a real way.

I was inspired by this and I drew the dog from memory. While looking at the drawing, I began to imagine a story. In my story, the dog lives inside a painting in a museum. Every night, when the museum becomes quiet, the dog steps out of the painting and walks through the city to bring food to other stray dogs. Before morning, it returns to the painting, as if nothing happened.

I think I imagined this because I wondered how stray animals survive, and whether someone is caring for them when no one is watching.

I later used creative tools to turn this drawing and story into a short video. After sharing it, some friends told me they had never really thought about stray animals before. That made me realise that stories can help people notice things they did not notice before.

Recently, I read your message inviting people to share stories about peace. It reminded me of a drawing I made when I was about eight years old, where animals and people were together with the words “May Peace Prevail On Earth.” At that time, peace felt like a beautiful idea.

Now, I am beginning to understand that peace can also be something quiet and everyday. It can be noticing those who are often unseen, caring about them, and sometimes using imagination to help others see them too.

This is a small story, but it is meaningful to me. Thank you for spreading the message of peace and encouraging people like me to reflect and act in our own ways.”

Learn More About Peace Pals International

If you are interested in learning more about Peace Pals International and our Annual Art Exhibition and Awards contests, we invite you to visit our website: https://peacepalsinternational.org

Youth around the world are also invited to participate in our 2026 Peace Pals International Art Contest, which is now open for registration. Learn more and register here: https://peacepalsinternational.org/2026-art-contest/

May Peace Prevail On Earth.