The name Three Dot Dash® is a mash-up of the old-school language Morse code, used by telegraphs, and the two-fingered "V" gesture that has come to be known as the peace sign. In Morse code, "V" is .


Our name is significant since the telegraph was the first form of communication that sent a message faster than someone could move – and farther than someone could see.


The spirit of Three Dot Dash is to give the same speed and amplification to projects and messages of peace coming from youth all around the world – achieving victory for peace.

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CNN World News, April 4th, 2008

Jeni Stepanek and GTLs Mousa (Jordan) and David Z. (Colombia) join CNN’s Isha Sesay to discuss the 2008 Just Peace Summit and how the initiative shattered barriers, united teens around the world with a common goal, and introduced the young peacemakers to healthy conflict.

Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders with Dr. Jeni Stepanek and her dog Micah at the 2008 Just Peace Summit.

Click here to learn what’s new and see photos and videos from the 2008 Just Peace Summit!