Contact
Dr. Helen M. OseiP.O. Box 11626, AN
Accra
Greater Accra
Ghana
00233
+233(0) 542 346 258
upfghana029721@gmail.com
Ghana
P.O. Box 11626, AN
Accra
Greater Accra
Ghana
00233
+233(0) 542 346 258
upfghana029721@gmail.com
Chapter Secretary General
Dr. Helen M. Osei
Global Peace Council Member
Rev. Prof. Edwin N. Korley
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Pan African Christian Theological University
Ghanaian Organic Farming Project Moves Forward
Kpando, Ghana — UPF-Ghana held a meeting of chiefs, elders and members of farming communities in the Volta Region to discuss the start of an organic farming project.
Two Prominent Ghanaians Recognized by UPF
Accra, Ghana — Two people who have made remarkable contributions to Ghanaian society were guests of honor at a one-day seminar organized by UPF.
German-Ghanaian Cooperation Plants Seeds for Farming Venture
Kpando, Ghana - A German Ambassador for Peace prepared the ground for a UPF meeting with a Ghanaian community which may lead to an organic farming business.
A.S. Kanda: Remarks at the Africa Day 2014 Celebration in New York
Africa, our beloved continent has been, and continues to be described in various ways: the dark continent, the lost continent, the emerging continent and most recently, the continent of this century. Indeed, despite lingering challenges, Africa is making remarkable progress. Perseverance and dedication will eventually see Africa blossom, and take its rightful place in the comity of nations.
UPF-Ghana Holds End-of-Year Assembly
Accra, Ghana - UPF-Ghana held its annual end-of-year assembly in Accra, Ghana on Dec. 17. Members of UPF-Ghana's Presiding Council and National Peace Council were introduced to the Ambassadors for Peace gathering and UPF-Ghana's Excellence Award was presented to the Splendors of Dawn Poetry Foundation.
Day of Peace Observed with Poetry and Interviews in Accra
Accra, Ghana - A busy location in the center of Accra was chosen to inform the public about the International Day of Peace on September 21 and invite them to speak about their understanding of peace. In addition, young people from the Splendors of Dawn Poetry Foundation recited poems about peace.
Ambassadors for Peace Appointed in Ghana
Accra, Ghana - Six Ambassadors for Peace were appointed at a ceremony on May 7, 2013, in Accra in recognition of their contribution to peace and the development of Ghana.
Africa Day Festival at St. Paul's Lutheran School in Accra
Accra, Ghana - A celebration of African Union Day took place the day before Africa Day, May 25, at St. Paul's Lutheran School in Accra with the theme "The Role of Youth in Building a Peaceful Africa."
Day of Families Observed at a Forum in Accra
Accra, Ghana - UPF-Ghana and the Family Federation for World Peace held a forum on May 15 to commemorate the UN International Day of Families as well as a workshop on marriage and family. In addition, "Peace Family Awards" were presented to selected couples who have lived together for over 20 years without conflict as well as families who are outstanding examples of living for the sake of others.
International Women's Day Commemorated in Accra
Accra, Ghana - "The Role of Women in a Time of Social Transformation" was the theme of an International Women's Day Conference at the Nogahil Hotel in Accra on March 8.
Ambassadors for Peace Workshop in Accra
Accra, Ghana - The month of February 2012 witnessed another interesting workshop for Ambassadors for Peace from both Ghana and Nigeria. There were four participants from Nigeria and two from Ghana at the program on February 23.
UPF-Ghana Secretary General Awarded Honorary Doctorate
Accra, Ghana - The Secretary General of UPF-Ghana, Mrs. Helen M. Osei, was awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree (a Doctorate of Missions) on February 18 by the Pan-African Christian Theological University of Abuja, Nigeria.
End-of-Year Activities in Accra
UPF-Ghana organized a number of activities in December to close the year 2011, including a General Assembly of Ambassadors for Peace in Accra and an Legacy of Peace festival honoring Ghana's late heads of state.
Seminar on Marriage and Family in Kumasi, Ghana
Kumasi, Ghana - A seminar on marriage and family took place on December 3 in Kumasi in south-central Ghana's Ashanti region.
Workshop on Marriage and Family in Accra
Accra, Ghana - UPF-Ghana held a three-day workshop for Ambassadors for Peace and religious leaders in the Accra metropolitan area from Oct. 25-27, 2011, on "The Significance of Marriage and Family for Peace and Human Development."
Day of Peace Observed in Accra
Accra, Ghana - UPF-Ghana commemorated the UN International Day of Peace with workshops for Ambassadors for Peace and youth leaders. A Peace Rally was held on September 21.
Africa Day Rally Held at Accra High School
Accra, Ghana - The Universal Peace Federation-Ghana held a rally with the students and teachers of the Labone Senior High School in Accra on May 25 in commemoration of Africa Day. The theme for the rally was: “Understanding the Root Cause of Conflict.”
Day of Families Observed in Accra
Accra, Ghana - Three types of events were scheduled for the International Day of Families: on May 13, visits to churches to share the ideal of peaceful families; on May 14, a meeting with Muslim couples from Ghana Muslim Mission to discuss the essence of ideal families in peacebuilding and a visit to an interreligious couple; and on May 15, a celebration of the International Day of Families with 15 families receiving a Peace Family Award.