The President of Mayors for Peace European Chapter, Mayor Alba Barnusell, participated at the International Peace Conference which took place from July 19 to 21 at the French municipality of Vitry-sur-Seine.

The conference addressed the challenges related to city diplomacy and the promotion of the culture of peace.

Mayor Barnusell explained that “we know that sports are a universal tool that unite people and cities. Through sports we can promote equal opportunities, we can work on gender equality, and empower children and women.” She continued explaining that “For Granollers, sport is one of the most powerful educational resources we have. It is a vehicle for education in values, gender equity, the promotion of healthy habits, participation, and the promotion of community cohesion. It is a universal language that allows us to initiate cooperation projects with other cities and territories.”