Send a message of hope.
Join others around the world August 6-9 to call for peace by sharing a paper crane on social media.
2026 Kids Art Contest
This year, we invite artists under the age of 18 to reflect on the symbol of the origami crane, which represents hope and peace. Artwork of any medium is welcome!
A photo of the winner’s artwork will be shared by organizations, experts, and cultural leaders around the world participating in #CranesForOurFuture.
Submissions are due by July 27.
Recruit Others to Share Paper Cranes
A growing coalition people and institutions are coming together to demand a more peaceful future. To make #CranesForOurFuture a success, we are asking all supporters to help recruit others in folding and sharing paper cranes.
🚨 Today’s nuclear risks have us on the brink. 🚨 Together, we can demand a future free from nuclear threats. Join me in folding and sharing a paper crane starting Aug. 6 to mark 81 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. #CranesForOurFuture 👉 www.CranesForOurFuture.org
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How to Fold and Share Your Paper Crane
Fold your crane
Use any square sheet of paper – origami or regular copier paper. You may download, print and cut out a square using our #CranesForOurFuture origami template. Then, watch the video below for how to fold your paper crane.
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2. Take a photo
Take a close-up of the crane in good lighting, have someone take a photo of you holding your crane in your palm, or take a photo with friends and family.
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3. Craft your message
Write a message about why we need a future free from nuclear threats. It could be as simple as a single word or phrase.
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4. Post on your social media starting August 6
Please post your picture and your vision for a world free from nuclear threats to social media between August 6 and 9. When posting, remember to connect your post to everyone else’s by using the hashtag #CranesForOurFuture.
