A connected network
for greater impact
Peace of Art operates through a collaborative international governance model that connects shared standards and strategic coordination with locally governed organizations in each country.
Peace of Art International
Shared Vision · Network Standards · International Cooperation
Board Advisory Committee
Strategic Guidance · Oversight · Network Coherence
Peace of Art Lebanon
Local Governance
Program Implementation
National Partnerships
Peace of Art USA
Local Governance
Program Implementation
National Partnerships
Peace of Art Deutschland e.V.
Local Governance
Program Implementation
National Partnerships
How Work Is Organized Across Peace of Art Country Organizations
The structure below is illustrated through Peace of Art Lebanon, while its functional departments represent the organizational model and working standards used across the Peace of Art network. Each country organization may adapt roles and staffing according to local law, program size, resources and operational requirements.
Executive Department
Provides overall country-level leadership, coordination, program oversight and implementation within the standards of the Peace of Art International network.
Human Resources & Capacity Building
People management, compliance, organizational development and institutional capacity.
Finance & Procurement
Financial management, budgeting, procurement, logistics and institutional controls.
Communications & IT
Public communication, media, digital systems, information technology and institutional visibility.
Fundraising & MEAL
Resource mobilization, research, grant development, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning.
Relief & Emergency
Humanitarian response, emergency operations, psychosocial support and community assistance when required.
Collaboration Across Countries
Shared Standards · Joint Initiatives · Local Independence
Shared Standards
Common principles for governance, safeguarding, accountability and quality.
Joint Initiatives
Country organizations can cooperate on international projects, partnerships and learning.
Local Responsibility
Each organization retains responsibility for its own governance, operations and local legal obligations.
“Locally rooted. Internationally connected.”— PEACE OF ART INTERNATIONAL —
One shared framework. Adapted to local reality.
Peace of Art country organizations operate through a common functional framework while remaining free to adapt their staffing, responsibilities and internal structures according to local law, available resources and program needs.
Leadership begins close to the work.
Each Peace of Art country organization is responsible for its own leadership, local decision-making and program implementation.
Provides country-level leadership, coordination, program oversight and implementation within the shared standards of the Peace of Art International network.
- Country Director / Country Executive Officer
- Country Director Assistant
Different functions. One accountable system.
A Peace of Art country organization may scale these departments up or down, but the core responsibilities remain part of the organizational standard.
Human Resources & Capacity Building
People management, compliance, organizational development and institutional capacity.
Finance & Procurement
Financial management, budgeting, procurement, logistics and institutional controls.
Communications & IT
Public communication, media, digital systems, information technology and institutional visibility.
Fundraising & MEAL
Resource mobilization, research, grant development, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning.
Relief & Emergency
Humanitarian response, emergency operations, psychosocial support and community assistance when required.
Independent locally. Connected internationally.
The country organizations share standards and cooperate internationally without giving up responsibility for their own governance and legal obligations.
Common principles for governance, safeguarding, accountability and quality.
Country organizations may cooperate on international projects, partnerships and shared learning.
Each organization retains responsibility for its own governance, operations and national legal obligations.
Cooperation without centralizing authority.
National Affiliates participate in the network as equal and legally independent partners.
International cooperation is guided by consultation, transparency, mutual respect, subsidiarity and shared responsibility.
Matters that create legal or financial obligations remain subject to authorization by the competent governing body of the relevant National Affiliate.
Trust requires more than good intentions.
Our governance framework is supported by standards designed to protect people, strengthen responsible management and maintain confidence among communities, partners and donors.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
Protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Equality, Dignity & Respect
Promoting non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and respectful conduct.
Ethics & Integrity
Expectations for honesty, confidentiality, legal compliance and responsible leadership.
Conflict of Interest
Disclosure, independent consideration, documentation and responsible management of potential conflicts.
Financial Accountability
Internal controls, budgeting, procurement, reporting, documentation and oversight.
Institutional Accountability
Responsible document retention, whistleblowing, confidentiality, concerns reporting and risk management.
The values we promote must guide how we work.
Safeguarding is particularly important because much of Peace of Art's work engages children, young people, communities and people who may experience vulnerability.
Our commitment to peace begins within our own organization. The values we promote in society must also guide how we govern, lead, manage resources and treat people.
Standards become meaningful when responsibilities are clear.
Peace of Art International's governance architecture is designed to support transparent and sustainable cooperation between legally independent organizations operating across different national jurisdictions.
International Network Constitution
Establishes the shared identity, vision, mission, values, governance structure and minimum institutional standards.
Strategic Partnership Framework
Defines how National Affiliates cooperate on governance, programming, partnerships, fundraising, financial accountability, safeguarding and institutional learning.
Peace starts with how we work.
Strong governance allows local independence and international cooperation to reinforce one another rather than compete.
"When young minds are empowered through knowledge and values, they become the architects of peace."
– Mahdi Yahya