# Child-Hacked Weapons The Create a Master-Peace Campaign Encourages Kids to Create Docile Firearms By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-21 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-a-masterpeace References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2012/09/kids-hack-weapons-peace-day.html) & [createamasterpeace](http://createamasterpeace.com/) This month people will be celebrating Peace One Day, for some it will be the International Day of Peace, and in honor of this holiday of harmony, the Create a Master-Peace campaign encourages [children to pacify](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazart) a common accessory of war: the gun. By [crafting non-violent, neutral art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-protests) out of objects that once instilled fear and hate, these children are learning that people really can make a difference in the world. The Master-Peace campaign's website helps in this cause by providing ideas, stencils and patterns that will inspire [children's own creative creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-artists-design-contest). From shooting out balloons, flowers and streamers, the weapons have been turned into toys that will influence peaceful gatherings, communication and, of course, love. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Peaceful Art:** Promoting the creation of non-violent art to inspire peace and harmony. - **Reimagining Weapons:** Encouraging children to transform weapons into harmless objects through creativity. - **Youth Empowerment:** Empowering children to believe in their ability to make a positive impact in the world. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Crafts:** Providing materials and resources for children to express their creativity through non-violent art. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to design and produce toys that inspire peace and promote positive values. - **Education and Child Development:** Integrating non-violent art initiatives in educational settings to foster peaceful attitudes and behavior. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gun Violence Prevention Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-hook-promise.md) - [Peace-Resembling Dress Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-dress.md) - [Peace-Centric Oversized Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-head.md) - [Creativity Time Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campaign-for-creativity.md) - [Kid-Designed Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-philia.md) - [Sustainable Play Clothes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-play-clothes.md) - [Creativity-Inspiring Kids Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazart.md) - [Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-n-colour.md) - [Creativity-Focused Pizza Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masterpiecezas.md)