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Join the Peace Islands Institute for Muslims Beyond the Headlines: Leadership and Entrepreneurship, featuring Assemblywoman Shama Haider and Dr. Omer Topaloglu.
📅 Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, Fairleigh D. Univ. (Teaneck, NJ)
🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/wfPwkbg
📅 Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, Fairleigh D. Univ. (Teaneck, NJ)
🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/wfPwkbg
January 28, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Join the Peace Islands Institute for Muslims Beyond the Headlines: Leadership and Entrepreneurship, featuring Assemblywoman Shama Haider and Dr. Omer Topaloglu.
📅 Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, Fairleigh D. Univ. (Teaneck, NJ)
🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/wfPwkbg
📅 Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, Fairleigh D. Univ. (Teaneck, NJ)
🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/wfPwkbg
Each year, we honor the individuals who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe. Through the Public Safety Appreciation Dinner, the Peace Islands Institute recognizes those whose service makes a meaningful impact across New Jersey. We are proud to present the 2026 Honorees.
January 9, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Each year, we honor the individuals who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe. Through the Public Safety Appreciation Dinner, the Peace Islands Institute recognizes those whose service makes a meaningful impact across New Jersey. We are proud to present the 2026 Honorees.
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the partnerships, dialogue, and shared hope that continue to bring communities together. May the year ahead be filled with peace, understanding, and new opportunities to serve. ✨
Happy New Year from us at Peace Islands Institute.
#HappyNewYear #PeaceIslands
Happy New Year from us at Peace Islands Institute.
#HappyNewYear #PeaceIslands
January 1, 2026 at 9:32 PM
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the partnerships, dialogue, and shared hope that continue to bring communities together. May the year ahead be filled with peace, understanding, and new opportunities to serve. ✨
Happy New Year from us at Peace Islands Institute.
#HappyNewYear #PeaceIslands
Happy New Year from us at Peace Islands Institute.
#HappyNewYear #PeaceIslands
✨ A look back at unforgettable Peace Islands moments from 2025—our events, programs, and the communities that made them special.
Happy New Year 2026! May it be filled with peace, hope, and togetherness 🌍
Happy New Year 2026! May it be filled with peace, hope, and togetherness 🌍
January 1, 2026 at 6:53 PM
✨ A look back at unforgettable Peace Islands moments from 2025—our events, programs, and the communities that made them special.
Happy New Year 2026! May it be filled with peace, hope, and togetherness 🌍
Happy New Year 2026! May it be filled with peace, hope, and togetherness 🌍
Wishing all those celebrating a Merry Christmas filled with peace, joy, and warmth. May this season inspire kindness, gratitude, and togetherness, and bring meaningful moments shared with family, friends, and community.
#SeasonOfGiving #PeaceIslands #Christmas
#SeasonOfGiving #PeaceIslands #Christmas
December 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Wishing all those celebrating a Merry Christmas filled with peace, joy, and warmth. May this season inspire kindness, gratitude, and togetherness, and bring meaningful moments shared with family, friends, and community.
#SeasonOfGiving #PeaceIslands #Christmas
#SeasonOfGiving #PeaceIslands #Christmas
Wishing everyone a happy and peaceful holiday season. This video captures moments of connection and service as Peace Islands members visited neighbors, honored public safety partners, and shared joy across diverse communities. May this season remind us of the power of kindness and coming together.
December 25, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Wishing everyone a happy and peaceful holiday season. This video captures moments of connection and service as Peace Islands members visited neighbors, honored public safety partners, and shared joy across diverse communities. May this season remind us of the power of kindness and coming together.
Happy Hanukkah 🕯️
As Hanukkah begins, the miracle of light, the joy of tradition, and the warmth of coming together with family, friends, and community are celebrated.
May this Festival of Lights bring peace and bright moments to you and your loved ones.
✨ Chag Sameach from Peace Islands Institute
As Hanukkah begins, the miracle of light, the joy of tradition, and the warmth of coming together with family, friends, and community are celebrated.
May this Festival of Lights bring peace and bright moments to you and your loved ones.
✨ Chag Sameach from Peace Islands Institute
December 15, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Happy Hanukkah 🕯️
As Hanukkah begins, the miracle of light, the joy of tradition, and the warmth of coming together with family, friends, and community are celebrated.
May this Festival of Lights bring peace and bright moments to you and your loved ones.
✨ Chag Sameach from Peace Islands Institute
As Hanukkah begins, the miracle of light, the joy of tradition, and the warmth of coming together with family, friends, and community are celebrated.
May this Festival of Lights bring peace and bright moments to you and your loved ones.
✨ Chag Sameach from Peace Islands Institute
Peace Islands Institute condemns recent mass shootings and acts of violence. We mourn the victims, stand with affected families and communities, and reaffirm the sanctity of every human life. Violence and hatred have no place; peace, dialogue, and mutual respect must always prevail.
December 15, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Peace Islands Institute condemns recent mass shootings and acts of violence. We mourn the victims, stand with affected families and communities, and reaffirm the sanctity of every human life. Violence and hatred have no place; peace, dialogue, and mutual respect must always prevail.
Join Peace Islands Institute this Giving Tuesday on Dec 2 as we support programs that strengthen dialogue, understanding and unity across our communities. Your generosity becomes a ripple of hope and helps build collaboration, empathy and lasting peace. 💙🌍
#GivingTuesday #PeaceIslandsInstitute
#GivingTuesday #PeaceIslandsInstitute
December 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Join Peace Islands Institute this Giving Tuesday on Dec 2 as we support programs that strengthen dialogue, understanding and unity across our communities. Your generosity becomes a ripple of hope and helps build collaboration, empathy and lasting peace. 💙🌍
#GivingTuesday #PeaceIslandsInstitute
#GivingTuesday #PeaceIslandsInstitute
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
Today, we give thanks for the people and communities who bring warmth, kindness, and connection into our lives. May your day be filled with gratitude, peace, and togetherness.
From all of us at Peace Islands Institute, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Thanksgiving 🍂
Today, we give thanks for the people and communities who bring warmth, kindness, and connection into our lives. May your day be filled with gratitude, peace, and togetherness.
From all of us at Peace Islands Institute, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Thanksgiving 🍂
November 27, 2025 at 5:57 PM
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
Today, we give thanks for the people and communities who bring warmth, kindness, and connection into our lives. May your day be filled with gratitude, peace, and togetherness.
From all of us at Peace Islands Institute, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Thanksgiving 🍂
Today, we give thanks for the people and communities who bring warmth, kindness, and connection into our lives. May your day be filled with gratitude, peace, and togetherness.
From all of us at Peace Islands Institute, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Thanksgiving 🍂
Here are a few highlights from our past days of celebration—grateful for gathering with diverse communities, sharing joy and dialogue. Thanks to our hosts, guests, and volunteers. Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🕊️
November 26, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Here are a few highlights from our past days of celebration—grateful for gathering with diverse communities, sharing joy and dialogue. Thanks to our hosts, guests, and volunteers. Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🕊️
🇺🇸 Happy #VeteransDay! Grateful for those who served with courage and sacrifice. Thank you to all who joined our Veterans Dinner to celebrate and express our gratitude. Here are some of the highlights from our Veterans Day Dinner!
#PeaceIslands #VeteransDay
#PeaceIslands #VeteransDay
November 11, 2025 at 5:39 PM
🇺🇸 Happy #VeteransDay! Grateful for those who served with courage and sacrifice. Thank you to all who joined our Veterans Dinner to celebrate and express our gratitude. Here are some of the highlights from our Veterans Day Dinner!
#PeaceIslands #VeteransDay
#PeaceIslands #VeteransDay
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Dinner – Join Us!
Let’s honor the brave men and women who served our country.
🗓️ Thu, Nov 6 • 6 PM
📍 Harmony Point, Wayne, NJ
Hosted with Embrace Relief, Turkish Cultural Center NJ & DCVYP.
A night of gratitude, reflection & community.
All are welcome!
Let’s honor the brave men and women who served our country.
🗓️ Thu, Nov 6 • 6 PM
📍 Harmony Point, Wayne, NJ
Hosted with Embrace Relief, Turkish Cultural Center NJ & DCVYP.
A night of gratitude, reflection & community.
All are welcome!
November 6, 2025 at 6:37 PM
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Dinner – Join Us!
Let’s honor the brave men and women who served our country.
🗓️ Thu, Nov 6 • 6 PM
📍 Harmony Point, Wayne, NJ
Hosted with Embrace Relief, Turkish Cultural Center NJ & DCVYP.
A night of gratitude, reflection & community.
All are welcome!
Let’s honor the brave men and women who served our country.
🗓️ Thu, Nov 6 • 6 PM
📍 Harmony Point, Wayne, NJ
Hosted with Embrace Relief, Turkish Cultural Center NJ & DCVYP.
A night of gratitude, reflection & community.
All are welcome!
Wishing everyone a joyous and peaceful Diwali!
May this Festival of Lights bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to your homes and hearts. ✨
At Peace Islands Institute, we celebrate the values of hope, renewal, and togetherness that Diwali represents. Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating! 🌸
May this Festival of Lights bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to your homes and hearts. ✨
At Peace Islands Institute, we celebrate the values of hope, renewal, and togetherness that Diwali represents. Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating! 🌸
October 21, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Wishing everyone a joyous and peaceful Diwali!
May this Festival of Lights bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to your homes and hearts. ✨
At Peace Islands Institute, we celebrate the values of hope, renewal, and togetherness that Diwali represents. Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating! 🌸
May this Festival of Lights bring warmth, happiness, and prosperity to your homes and hearts. ✨
At Peace Islands Institute, we celebrate the values of hope, renewal, and togetherness that Diwali represents. Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating! 🌸
🕊️ One year since the passing of M. Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi, we honor his legacy of peace, education, and interfaith dialogue. His vision continues to inspire “islands of peace” around the world. 🌍
🎥 Watch the memorial tribute: buff.ly/XgoQ22F
#FethullahGülen #Hocaefendi #PeaceIslands #Legacy
🎥 Watch the memorial tribute: buff.ly/XgoQ22F
#FethullahGülen #Hocaefendi #PeaceIslands #Legacy
October 21, 2025 at 2:37 PM
🕊️ One year since the passing of M. Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi, we honor his legacy of peace, education, and interfaith dialogue. His vision continues to inspire “islands of peace” around the world. 🌍
🎥 Watch the memorial tribute: buff.ly/XgoQ22F
#FethullahGülen #Hocaefendi #PeaceIslands #Legacy
🎥 Watch the memorial tribute: buff.ly/XgoQ22F
#FethullahGülen #Hocaefendi #PeaceIslands #Legacy
🌙 On this sacred day of reflection and atonement, Peace Islands Institute NJ extends heartfelt wishes to all observing Yom Kippur. May this day bring peace, renewal, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#YomKippur #PeaceIslandsNJ #DayOfAtonement #CommunityAndPeace
#YomKippur #PeaceIslandsNJ #DayOfAtonement #CommunityAndPeace
October 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
🌙 On this sacred day of reflection and atonement, Peace Islands Institute NJ extends heartfelt wishes to all observing Yom Kippur. May this day bring peace, renewal, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#YomKippur #PeaceIslandsNJ #DayOfAtonement #CommunityAndPeace
#YomKippur #PeaceIslandsNJ #DayOfAtonement #CommunityAndPeace
Join us on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 11 AM for the PII Talk Series: Interfaith Talks with Pastor Tom Henion Jr. of Montville Reformed Church. His talk, “Christianity Through the Ages: History, Diversity, and Belief,” will explore faith & traditions of Christian thought.
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September 26, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Join us on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 11 AM for the PII Talk Series: Interfaith Talks with Pastor Tom Henion Jr. of Montville Reformed Church. His talk, “Christianity Through the Ages: History, Diversity, and Belief,” will explore faith & traditions of Christian thought.
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👉 RSVP --> buff.ly/QgKTYy3
🌸 Shanah Tovah! 🌸
Peace Islands Institute extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, from September 22–24, 2025. 🍎🍯
May this season bring renewal, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah #PeaceIslandsNJ #NewBeginnings
Peace Islands Institute extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, from September 22–24, 2025. 🍎🍯
May this season bring renewal, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah #PeaceIslandsNJ #NewBeginnings
September 23, 2025 at 3:23 PM
🌸 Shanah Tovah! 🌸
Peace Islands Institute extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, from September 22–24, 2025. 🍎🍯
May this season bring renewal, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah #PeaceIslandsNJ #NewBeginnings
Peace Islands Institute extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, from September 22–24, 2025. 🍎🍯
May this season bring renewal, peace, and blessings to you and your loved ones. ✨
#RoshHashanah #ShanahTovah #PeaceIslandsNJ #NewBeginnings
🌍✨ Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival! Sept 21, 2–6 PM at Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck NJ. 🎶 Choir + English & Turkish songs, 💃 cultural dances, 🎨 activities, 🍴 food, 🎈 kids’ fun & 🎁 raffles! Free & open to all—come celebrate peace, unity & friendship. #PeaceFestival25
September 18, 2025 at 12:55 AM
🌍✨ Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival! Sept 21, 2–6 PM at Milton A. Votee Park, Teaneck NJ. 🎶 Choir + English & Turkish songs, 💃 cultural dances, 🎨 activities, 🍴 food, 🎈 kids’ fun & 🎁 raffles! Free & open to all—come celebrate peace, unity & friendship. #PeaceFestival25
On this day, we remember the lives lost on 9/11 and honor the courage of the heroes who rose in the face of tragedy.
Let us continue to stand together in unity, compassion, and dialogue—working toward a future where peace and understanding triumph over hatred and division.
#Rememberance #Dialogue
Let us continue to stand together in unity, compassion, and dialogue—working toward a future where peace and understanding triumph over hatred and division.
#Rememberance #Dialogue
September 11, 2025 at 3:42 PM
On this day, we remember the lives lost on 9/11 and honor the courage of the heroes who rose in the face of tragedy.
Let us continue to stand together in unity, compassion, and dialogue—working toward a future where peace and understanding triumph over hatred and division.
#Rememberance #Dialogue
Let us continue to stand together in unity, compassion, and dialogue—working toward a future where peace and understanding triumph over hatred and division.
#Rememberance #Dialogue
🌟 Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival on September 21, 2025 at Milton A. Votee Park in Teaneck, NJ! Enjoy a 45-minute bike & walk, live music, delicious food, stage performances, and various activities—all in celebration of community and peace.
Questions? Reach out to: [email protected]
Questions? Reach out to: [email protected]
August 18, 2025 at 8:34 PM
🌟 Join us for the 6th Annual Peace Festival on September 21, 2025 at Milton A. Votee Park in Teaneck, NJ! Enjoy a 45-minute bike & walk, live music, delicious food, stage performances, and various activities—all in celebration of community and peace.
Questions? Reach out to: [email protected]
Questions? Reach out to: [email protected]
Together, we made a difference! 🙌
Proud to partner w/ DCVYP & Embrace Relief for a Food Assistance Program in Englewood, NJ—joined by Senator Johnson & Assemblywoman Haider! Together, we helped many families in need. Grateful for everyone who made it possible! 💙 #PeaceIslandsNJ #FoodAssistance
Proud to partner w/ DCVYP & Embrace Relief for a Food Assistance Program in Englewood, NJ—joined by Senator Johnson & Assemblywoman Haider! Together, we helped many families in need. Grateful for everyone who made it possible! 💙 #PeaceIslandsNJ #FoodAssistance
July 10, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Together, we made a difference! 🙌
Proud to partner w/ DCVYP & Embrace Relief for a Food Assistance Program in Englewood, NJ—joined by Senator Johnson & Assemblywoman Haider! Together, we helped many families in need. Grateful for everyone who made it possible! 💙 #PeaceIslandsNJ #FoodAssistance
Proud to partner w/ DCVYP & Embrace Relief for a Food Assistance Program in Englewood, NJ—joined by Senator Johnson & Assemblywoman Haider! Together, we helped many families in need. Grateful for everyone who made it possible! 💙 #PeaceIslandsNJ #FoodAssistance
As we celebrate the birth of this great nation, Peace Islands Institute honors the values of freedom, justice, and unity that bring our diverse communities together.
Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful Independence Day!
#FourthOfJuly #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #IndependenceDay
Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful Independence Day!
#FourthOfJuly #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #IndependenceDay
July 4, 2025 at 12:03 PM
As we celebrate the birth of this great nation, Peace Islands Institute honors the values of freedom, justice, and unity that bring our diverse communities together.
Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful Independence Day!
#FourthOfJuly #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #IndependenceDay
Wishing everyone a joyful, safe, and meaningful Independence Day!
#FourthOfJuly #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #IndependenceDay
What a night! 🏆 That's a wrap on our 15th Annual #artandessaycontest. Huge congrats to all the NJ student winners who showed us the power of #ActsofKindness!
Thank you to our host @DrewUniversity & powerful keynote speaker Maud Dahme for an unforgettable evening.
Check out the highlights!
Thank you to our host @DrewUniversity & powerful keynote speaker Maud Dahme for an unforgettable evening.
Check out the highlights!
June 23, 2025 at 2:34 PM
What a night! 🏆 That's a wrap on our 15th Annual #artandessaycontest. Huge congrats to all the NJ student winners who showed us the power of #ActsofKindness!
Thank you to our host @DrewUniversity & powerful keynote speaker Maud Dahme for an unforgettable evening.
Check out the highlights!
Thank you to our host @DrewUniversity & powerful keynote speaker Maud Dahme for an unforgettable evening.
Check out the highlights!
Honoring Juneteenth — a day of freedom, resilience, and unity. Let it remind us that peace, dialogue, and justice go hand in hand. May we continue to listen, learn, and build a world where all are free.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #DialogueMatters #CelebrateFreedom
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #DialogueMatters #CelebrateFreedom
June 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Honoring Juneteenth — a day of freedom, resilience, and unity. Let it remind us that peace, dialogue, and justice go hand in hand. May we continue to listen, learn, and build a world where all are free.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #DialogueMatters #CelebrateFreedom
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PeaceIslands #UnityInDiversity #DialogueMatters #CelebrateFreedom