At the conference Hungarian Women in the World for Peace and Solidarity, held in the Hungarian Parliament on 28 February 2026, 230 Hungarian women, mothers, and grandmothers from 24 countries adopted and signed a joint declaration entitled Call for Peace. Representing Hungarian communities from across the globe, the participants spoke with one voice in response to the ongoing war in Ukraine and the growing uncertainty facing Europe.
In their declaration, the signatories expressed solidarity with Hungarian families in Transcarpathia who are directly affected by the war, and shared in the suffering of all victims of the four-year conflict. They warned that the continued hostilities carry the danger of escalation into a pan-European or even world war, bringing further destruction and loss of life. Against this backdrop, they called on the leaders of the warring parties and all responsible global actors to stand on the side of peace rather than war, and to prioritize life and reconstruction over death and devastation.
The statement also directly addresses women around the world, especially mothers and grandmothers, urging them to raise their voices for peace within their own communities and nations. Furthermore, it calls on the leaders of the European Union — with particular regard to the female office-holders serving as President of the European Commission and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy — not to drag Europe into war, but instead to promote diplomatic solutions.
In addition, the declaration encourages Hungarian citizens eligible to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections to participate actively and to use their votes to strengthen peace and security in Hungary, as well as the unity of the nation. The participants reaffirmed their commitment to the traditional family model and emphasized the nation-preserving power of Christian faith, the Hungarian mother tongue, and the country’s rich cultural heritage.
The declaration closes with a prayerful appeal for protection and peace, expressing the hope that God may safeguard Hungary, Europe, and the entire world.