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Washington DC Forum: The Corruption Factor in the Destabilization and Violence of African Societies
June 25, 2014
Washington DC, USA - The UPF Office of Peace and Security Affairs, in partnership with SeraphimGLOBAL, held a forum on, “The Corruption Factor in the Destabilization and Violence of African Societies,” June 25, 2014 in Washington DC.
T. Hamad: Remarks at the Africa Day 2014 Celebration in New York
June 23, 2014
We fully endorse and recognize the urgent need for serious attention to be given to the topic of food security. As both population and sea levels rise, we become increasingly aware of the human family's vulnerabilities. It is our collective responsibility to help feed the 842 million people do not have enough food to eat.
March for Marriage in Washington DC
June 19, 2014
Washington DC, USA - In front of the US Capitol on a sunny and hot June 19, 2014, several thousand marriage supporters as well as over 40 cosponsors gathered for speeches and a March for Marriage.
Forum at the UN Discusses the Significance of Parents for Human Development
June 17, 2014
New York, USA - In commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family and the Global Day of Parents, the Permanent Mission of Grenada and UPF organized a forum at the UN about "The Significance of Parents in Human and Societal Development" June 17, 2014.
UPF and Global Citizen Forum Host Dinner for the UN Community
June 12, 2014
New York, USA - The Global Citizen Forum and UPF jointly organized a high-level dinner on June 12, 2014 for a group of United Nations associates and friends of UPF.
International Day of Families Observed in Washington DC
June 12, 2014
Washington DC, USA - An International Day of Families program took place at the Washington Times on June 12, 2014.
Forum at the UN in New York: "What Religious Leaders Can Do to End the Exploitation of Women and Children"
June 11, 2014
New York, USA - With recent abductions of Nigerian girls by the Islamist militant group, Boko Haram, attention has focused human trafficking. A June 11, 2014 forum at the UN in New York asked what religious leaders can do to end exploitation of women and girls.
Washington DC Forum: Russia as a US Partner for Stability and Peace in the World
May 28, 2014
Washington DC, USA - The UPF Office of Peace and Security Affairs in Washington held a forum on: “Despite Present Problems: Russia as a U.S. Partner for Stability and Peace in the World” on May 28, 2014.
Africa Day 2014 Celebrated with the Diplomatic Community in New York
May 23, 2014
New York, USA - The African Union in partnership with UPF and the United Nations African Ambassadors Spouses Group organized a celebration of Africa Day at the Manhattan Center in New York City on May 23, 2014.
UPF Statement about Families: Annual Ministerial Review, UN Economic and Social Council
May 7, 2014
The family has great capacities to encourage and promote education, empowerment of women, essential social skills, job skills and literacy. All are necessary conditions for a realistic and successful sustainable development agenda. Thus, the family is a driver of sustainability and must be included in the implementation of the sustainable development goals.
Washington DC Forum: The Coming Arctic Boom and Polar Foreign Policy
April 30, 2014
Washington DC, USA - In light of environmental concerns and the rich natural resources of the Arctic, UPF's Washington DC Office of Peace and Security Affairs hosted a forum on “The Coming Arctic Boom and Polar Foreign Policy” on April 30, 2014.
Japanese Tea Ceremony for Diplomats in Washington DC
April 17, 2014
Washington DC, USA - A Japanese tea ceremony was held on April 17, 2014, during the spring season in Washington, DC, when people come from all over the world to enjoy the famous cherry blossoms.
International Women's Day 2014 Observed in Washington DC
March 27, 2014
Washington DC, USA - The UN International Women’s Day was commemorated at the distinguished and historic location, the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, DC on March 27, 2014.
Washington DC Forum: China as a Partner for Economic and Political Stability
March 26, 2014
Washington DC, USA: A forum on “The Role of China as a Partner for Economic and Political Stability in Asia and the World,” March 26, 2014, was moderated by Ralph E. Winnie, Jr., Director of the Eurasia Center’s China Program.
Side Events to the 58th UN Commission on the Status of Women
March 19, 2014
New York, USA - During the 58th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women at the UN headquarters in New York in March 2014, UPF helped organize side events, one opposing human trafficking and the other urging the UN to consider women and the family as crucial drivers of social development.
UN Women for Peace Holds Awards Luncheon and March
March 7, 2014
New York, USA - A march from the gates of the United Nations building to Dag Hammarskjold Plaza on March 7, 2014, raised awareness about violence against women.
World Interfaith Harmony Week Observed in Washington DC
February 27, 2014
Washington DC, USA - The World Interfaith Harmony Week program in Washington DC on Feb. 27 featured speakers sharing their life experiences and spoke of their deep convictions about the importance of interfaith dialogue among different religious leaders as a means towards building world peace.
UPF Statement: 52nd Session of the UN Commission on Social Development
February 21, 2014
Families thrive in cultures that uphold the value of parents and affirm the virtues that enhance family relationships such as commitment, personal responsibility, respect, fidelity, filial piety and empathy. It is only when we take the family seriously as the unique resource of love, guidance, principles, compassion and human connection that we may start to address a root cause of human weakness. The family must be recognized as key for global and human well-being.
UPF Organizes Side Events to the UN Commission on Social Development
February 21, 2014
New York, USA - Side events to the 52nd session of the UN Commission on Social Development in February 2014 emphasized the family as a key driver of international development and social development.
Washington DC Forum: India as a Facilitator for Stability and Confidence Builder
February 19, 2014
Washington DC, USA - A Feb. 19, 2014 forum in Washington DC discussed some of the factors that favor India’s role as a global facilitator for stability and confidence building between Russia, China, the US, the EU and the Middle East.
