In 1987, Sri Chinmoy started the Peace Run, a race for international friendship. A team of runners from different countries carry a torch as a symbol of unity and friendship. The Peace Run has been held in over 150 countries, with the goal of promoting understanding and harmony among people of all nations, faiths, and cultures. It’s a grassroots event where the runners meet with leaders, mayors, community groups, and schools, inviting them to hold the peace torch and take a step toward a more peaceful world. Past participants include Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela, and Mikhail Gorbachev, who supported the run and held the torch. Olympic champion Carl Lewis is a spokesperson for the Peace Run.