The most important principles of a culture of peace are non-violence, tolerance, the non-violent, peaceful resolution of conflicts, non-violent education, and the human right to conscientious objection. These principles are conveyed through peace education for children, young people, and adults. Armed violence, rearmament, and the militarization of society and youth are rejected; instead, Terre des Hommes advocates for disarmament, dialogue, and diplomatic conflict resolution.

The 2-page Aide-Mémoire “Human Right to Peace” (Oct. 25) contains positions and demands on the topic of a culture of peace and their legal background.

Terre des Hommes has defined "culture of peace" as follows: "A culture of peace consists of a set of values, attitudes, behaviors, and ways of life that reject violence and address conflicts at their root in order to resolve problems through dialogue and negotiation between individuals, groups, and nations."
The commitment to peace and the end of wars is the founding principle of Terre des Hommes Terre des Hommes has been an active part of the German and international peace movement.

The commitment to peace and non-violent conflict resolution is enshrined in the statutes and strategic goals of Terre des Hommes Germany. To this end, Terre des Hommes supports numerous projects in all its project regions in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe, advocating for these goals through lobbying, campaigns, and public relations work together with its partner organizations – at the local, regional, and international levels.