Athletes United for Peace [AUP] is a nonprofit organization based in Berkely, California commited to promoting peace, education, and friendship through programs and events for young people. Throughout the organization`s existence, it has used the positive qualities of sport to bridge cultural differences and transcend international barriers, bringing people together from all walks of life to help create a worldwide culture of peace. AUP`s "teamwork philosophy" fostered through partnership linkages with municipal agencies, law enforcement, educational institutions and other non-profits has helped to "improve the quality of life" in communities around the Bay Area. These collaborative efforts enable AUP to regularly implement a variety of alternative program activities designed to aid in the personal development and growth of aspiring young people.