What if a language could help us build a more peaceful world? Join Servas for an International Peace Week event on September 19th to learn more.
As part of the Servas International Peace Week, the Servas Peace Forum invites you to explore Esperanto — a language created to build bridges across borders, cultures and people.
When Bob Luitweiler, the founder of Servas, was looking for a name for our organization, he chose SERVAS [serves], inspired by Esperanto and its vision of a neutral language that could bring people together.
Nearly 100 years later, that idea still resonates with us.
Esperanto is not only the language of peace but of love too! Sherry Wells from the US and David Yaki from Canada first met through their shared passion and work for Esperanto — they eventually fell in love and married in 2023! Sherry and David will share the fascinating story of how Esperanto enthusiasts have been building global fellowship and connections for peace since 1887 when the first Esperanto grammar was printed and 1928 when the first Esperanto Evening was broadcast. This "new" language may be much easier — and more fun — to learn than you think!
Did you know that more than 50 Servas members already indicate that they speak Esperanto in their profiles?
You don't need to know Esperanto to join us!
- Come with curiosity.
- Come to listen.
- Come to meet Servas friends from around the world.
Non-members Welcome!!!
- Maybe you’ll discover a new language.
- Maybe a new friendship.
- Or perhaps… a new way to speak the language of peace.
Let’s talk about language, connection, friendship, love — and peace.
Sep. 19, 2026, 13:00–14:30 UTC (Eastern: 9:00 AM, Central: 8:00 AM, Mountain: 7:00 AM, Pacific: 6:00 AM)
Registration and more details: https://forms.gle/b9MCvGYXazmkujU16
