Seoul, Korea - An International Leadership Conference on the theme "Beyond the Challenges of Our Time: Transforming the Society, Nation and World" brought participants from 50 nations to Korea Feb. 28 - Mar. 4, 2015.
For an executive summary of the proceedings, click here.
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| February 28, 2014 | |
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Opening Banquet Emcee: Mrs. Eugenia Kagawa, Executive Office, UPF International Opening Remarks: Hon. Yoshinori Ohno, Former Defense Minister of Japan Report of UPF's Work in Nigeria: Mrs. Kathy Rigney, Chair of UPF Africa Orientation: Dr. Thomas G. Walsh, President of UPF International |
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| March 1 |
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SESSION I: BEYOND THE CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME: TRANSFORMING THE SOCIETY, NATION AND WORLD This session featured a keynote address on behalf of UPF’s Co-Founder, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, along with remarks from other high level participants, each focusing on the issues and challenges that we face as a global community, and offering recommendations for the ways in which we can build a better world, transforming our families, societies, nations and the world. Moderator: Dr. Thomas G. Walsh, President of UPF International Welcome: Dr. Charles S. Yang, Chairman of UPF International Founder's Address: delivered by Dr. Sun Jin Moon, Director General, Family Federation for World Peace and Unification International Speakers |
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SESSION II: THE FOUNDERS' VISION: PRINCIPLES OF PEACE This session offered an introduction into the core values, principles and teachings of UPF’s Founders, Rev. and Mrs. Sun Myung Moon. The primary presenter summarized the spiritual and moral vision of UPF’s Founders and the commentators offered their reflections and insights concerning the value and relevance of the vision. Moderator: Mrs. Tomiko Duggan, Director, Public Affairs, UPF International Speaker: Mr. Jacques Marion, President of UPF France Commentators |
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SESSION III: OVERCOMING THE CHALLENGES FACING THE FAMILY The natural family is the foundation of all societies and civilizations. At this time in history, however, the family is facing significant challenges and, as a result, our societies and nations are increasingly challenged by a wide range of consequences that derive from family breakdown, including increased promiscuity, crime, poverty, mental health challenges, poor performance in schools, and failures to understand and practice good citizenship. UPF is dedicated to strengthening marriage and family and speakers in this session discussed the significance and value of UPF’s vision. Moderator: Mrs. Eugenia Kagawa, Executive Office of UPF International Speaker: Mr. Ricardo de Sena, President of UPF USA Commentators |
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SESSION IV: INTERACTIVE SESSION ON FAMILY During the first hour of this session, small breakout groups discussed the significance of the family and the ways in which to address and overcome contemporary threats and challenges to the family. Following the small group discussions a rapporteur from each group reported on the major points made during the group discussion. |
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| March 2 |
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SESSION V: OVERCOMING THE CHALLENGES FACING RELIGIONS AND GOVERNMENTS The 21st Century has given rise to a wide range of dynamics related to international relations, the balance of power, sustainable development and peace. These shifting patterns present challenges for governments. In addition, the 21st century has witnessed a global resurgence of religion as a significant factor in world affairs; not simply in the form of extremism or fundamentalism, but also in the growth of interreligious dialogue and the recognition that religion is a force for peace and human development. This session, featuring speakers from both government and religion, addressed these topics. Moderator: Dr. Tageldin Hamad, Secretary General, UPF International Speaker: Dr. Thomas G. Walsh, President, UPF International Commentators |
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SESSION VI: INTERACTIVE SESSION ON RELIGIONS AND GOVERNMENT During the first hour of this session, breakout groups discussed the challenges facing both religions and governments, and the ways in which to address and overcome contemporary threats and challenges to the stability of the nation and the integrity of religion. Following the small group discussions a rapporteur from each group reported on the major points made. |
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SESSION VII: ONE FAMILY UNDER GOD: THE BLESSING VISION At the heart of the lifelong work of Father and Mother Moon is the ideal of the Blessing of Marriage and Family. On March 3 we have the opportunity to witness the Blessing of Marriage. Since 1960, this tradition has been practiced all over the world, involving millions of couples and families, and promoting the ideal of true love, healthy marriages, good parenting, filial piety, and service to others. Speakers shared first-hand experience with the Blessing ideal. Moderator: Mr. Tuo Huan Chen, Secretary General of UPF-Chinese Region Speakers |
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SESSION VIII: SPECIAL PLENARY: THE WASHINGTON TIMES AND SEGYE ILBO |
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| March 3 |
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COMMEMORATIVE "FOUNDATION DAY" CELEBRATION AND BLESSING PROGRAM |
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CELEBRATION LUNCHEON |
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CLOSING BANQUET |
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