Founded by Rajveer Sanghavi Ā· 13 years Ā· India

One World.
Many Hands.

A global youth peace initiative collecting handprints and peace messages from students worldwide ā€” to send to the United Nations as one powerful symbol of unity.

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1+Countries
15+Youth Members
15,000Handprint Goal
Youth
15,000+Voices to the United Nations
Who We Are

We Collect Handprints.
We Build Peace.

Hands Beyond Borders is a global youth peace initiative started by 13-year-old Rajveer Sanghavi from India. We collect colourful handprints and peace messages from students across the globe.

"Our dream is to create one powerful symbol of unity and send it to the United Nations ā€” a message that today's youth choose peace over war."

ā€” Rajveer Sanghavi, Founder
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About Hands
Beyond Borders

A movement built on the belief that young people hold the key to lasting peace ā€” one handprint, one voice, one world at a time.

Rajveer Sanghvi

Rajveer Sanghavi

Founder Ā· Hands Beyond Borders

šŸ“§ rajveer13sanghvi@gmail.com

šŸ“§ handsbeyondborders@gmail.com

Our Founder

Started by a 13-year-old
with a big dream.

Hands Beyond Borders is a global youth peace initiative started by Rajveer Sanghavi, a 13-year-old from India. The organisation is collecting colourful handprints and simple peace messages from students across the globe.

Our dream is to create one powerful symbol of unity and send it to the United Nations ā€” a message from today's youth that we choose peace over war. One world. Many hands. Join us and leave your mark for peace!

"When youth understand each other, the world understands peace."

ā€” Rajveer Sanghavi
15,000+VOICES Ā· ONE MESSAGE Ā· TO THE UNITED NATIONS
Core Values

What We Stand For

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Peace First

Every decision and initiative guided by our commitment to non-violence and peaceful coexistence.

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Global Inclusion

We embrace youth from all 195 nations, all backgrounds, religions, and walks of life.

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Voice & Dialogue

Every young person deserves a platform. Dialogue is the cornerstone of understanding.

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Service & Action

We go beyond words ā€” members commit to real community service and measurable impact.

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Innovation

We tackle peace challenges with creative solutions and fresh perspectives from youth.

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Justice & Equity

We stand for human rights, gender equity, and social justice across every program.

The Team

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Rajveer Sanghavi

Founder

Visionary leader driving strategy, partnerships and the overall mission.

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Nishtha Parekh

Head of Outreach & Events

Leads outreach, event registrations and connects youth communities globally.

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Mumukshu Parekh

Web development and Management Team.

Manages Hands Beyond Borders Website.

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Rutuja Aggarwal

Freelance Execution Team.

Execute the Event.

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Mubasshir Sheikh

Freelance Execution Team.

Execute the event.

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Udaykumar Sadalge.

Co-head of the Freelance Execution Team.

Execute the Hands Beyond Borders event at ground level.

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Gaurav Sanghavi.

Co-head of the Freelance Execution Team.

Execute the Hands Beyond Borders event at ground level.

Get Involved

Volunteer Roles

šŸ“¢ Outreach

Identify school contacts and build connections across institutions to expand our network.

šŸŽ„ Digital & Content / Capture Team

Create engaging reels and posts. Capture photos and videos to share our impact stories.

āš™ļø Operations Team

Coordinate on-ground activities and ensure smooth execution of events and logistics.

šŸ” Research & Expansion

Identify schools globally and support the growth of Hands Beyond Borders across borders.

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Leadership

Lead real global initiatives and collaborate with youth worldwide.

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Networking

Build professional connections with students and educators globally.

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Global Exposure

Gain international experience working on meaningful campaigns.

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E-Certificate

All active volunteers receive an official E-Certificate of Appreciation.

Apply via Volunteer Form ā†—
Reach Out

Contact Us

Questions, partnerships, MUN requests, or just saying hello ā€” we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

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Official Email

handsbeyondborders@gmail.com
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Founder ā€” Rajveer Sanghavi

rajveer13sanghvi@gmail.com
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Real Voices. Real Impact.

Gallery šŸŽ„

Hear directly from the young voices behind Hands Beyond Borders ā€” students sharing what peace means to them.

Gallery

Voices of Peace,Beyond Borders.

Photos

Hands Beyond Borders in Action

Moments from our handprint peace activities with students and schools.

Hands Beyond Borders activity with students
Hands Beyond Borders activity with students
Students and educators adding their hands for peace
Students and educators adding their hands for peace
Hands Beyond Borders handprint activity
Hands Beyond Borders handprint activity
Students sharing colourful hands for peace
Students sharing colourful hands for peace
Young participants showing their painted hands
Young participants showing their painted hands
Students at Holy Angels' Convent School holding up their painted hands
Students at Holy Angels' Convent School holding up their painted hands
Students proudly showing their colourful handprints on the steps
Students proudly showing their colourful handprints on the steps
Students and volunteers celebrating with painted hands
Students and volunteers celebrating with painted hands
A student adding their handprint to the Hands Beyond Borders banner
A student adding their handprint to the Hands Beyond Borders banner
New Model English School, Kolhapur students joining Hands Beyond Borders
New Model English School, Kolhapur students joining Hands Beyond Borders
Volunteers capturing handprints for the peace banner
Volunteers capturing handprints for the peace banner
A volunteer signing her handprint with a message of peace
A volunteer signing her handprint with a message of peace
Videos
Voices of Peace

HBB ā€” All the Way from Switzerland! šŸ‡ØšŸ‡­

Founder Rajveer Sanghavi meets incredible students from Switzerland who proudly say "Hands Beyond Borders" ā€” proving this movement truly knows no boundaries.

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Rajveer Sanghvi & Students
Switzerland Ā· HBB
Voices of Peace

A Voice for Peace

A young student shares their journey with Hands Beyond Borders and what peace means to them.

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HBB Member
Hands Beyond Borders
Voices of Peace

A Voice for Peace

A young student shares their journey with Hands Beyond Borders and what peace means to them.

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HBB Member
Hands Beyond Borders
Voices of Peace

A Voice for Peace

A young student shares their journey with Hands Beyond Borders and what peace means to them.

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HBB Member
Hands Beyond Borders
Hands Beyond Borders Ā· Founded by Rajveer SanghaviOne World. Many Hands.
Our Partners

Our Partners

Schools and institutions that have joined Hands Beyond Borders in creating a shared message of peace, unity, and hope.

Schools & Events

Growing the movement, one school at a time.

We are grateful to every school and event that has helped young people add their hands and voices to the message.

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Saraswati English Medium School

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Zeal International school

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Sanjay Ghodawat School

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Alphanso school

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Sanjay Ghodawat Cambridge International School

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Academic High

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ShantiNiketan School

08

New Model English School

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Cambridge International -Pune

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Cambridge International -Aurangabad

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Holy Angels

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St. Joseph convent school

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Sandipani school

14

Jain International school

15

PSBA School Aurangabad

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Dyanada School Aurangabad

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MU20 Knowledge Festival. FLAME UNIVERISTY

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MGM Cloverdale

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MGM Sanskar Vidyalaya

20

Sanjeevan English Medium School

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Prince shivaji English Medium School

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