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This blog post was contributed by Julie Chung, ZIO editorial assistant.

Ever wonder if someone else across the world is doing the same thing you're doing at the same exact time? Find the answer on September 9th, 2009 (9.09.09) at 9:09GMT. Join the Worldwide Moment — all photographers across the globe are invited to submit a photo of what they're doing at that very instant. Described as a "photography project which aims to let people around the world participate in a simultaneous moment of peace," this collective effort is something that can be universally appreciated by anybody with a camera, young and old alike.

An idea cultivated by the mind of University of Southern California School of Cinema/T.V. graduate Brett Brownell, the Worldwide Moment project is meant to reach out to at least one person in every country, war-torn or not, to unite the globe in this one peaceful moment.

You can find out what exact minute this is taking place in your respective time zone on the project's website, because this is one moment you don't want to miss. You are able to submit one photo, or a montage of photos taken during that minute. Everyone is encouraged to spread the word in any way possible, whether it's by simply joining the movement's Facebook or MySpace group, following their Twitter, telling your local newspaper/tv channel/radio station, handing out flyers, buying a Worldwide Moment t-shirt (with proceeds going toward the promotion of the movement) or simply by telling your friends or just about anyone about it.

Why be a part of the Worldwide Moment? It's an opportunity to experience a moment of serenity with people all over the world. The sweetest part is: "The only rule is that you take a photograph in honor of peace at that exact moment in your corresponding time zone."