Conferences
UPF conferences convene professionals and stakeholders from a wide range of sectors—government, religion, academia, civil society, the media, the arts, etc.—encouraging interdisciplinary and multi-sectoral dialogue aimed at the search for solutions to the world's critical problems. UPF conferences underscore the importance of spiritual values, ethical principles, teamwork, responsible leadership and good governance.
- Written by: Alan Jessen
Seoul, South Korea—IAYSP held a session at the Peace Summit 2023 with a focus on “Climate Crisis and Education.”
- Written by: Renee Corley, UPF International
Seoul, South Korea—“Prospects for Peace in Southeast Europe,” was one of the regional peacebuilding sessions of Peace Summit 2023.
- Written by: Yvo Bruffaerts, Coordinator, UPF-Western Europe
Seoul, South Korea—The Peace Summit 2023 on the theme of “Contemporary Challenges to Global Order: Toward a World Culture of Peace” convened on May 2-6 in Seoul, Korea.
- Written by: Cindy Pfeiffer, Regional Coordinator for North America, IAFLP
Seoul, South Korea—“At this crucial time, we are gathering together to call for the peaceful reunification of the Korean peninsula.”
- Written by: Greg Stone, deputy secretary general, UPF-Asia Pacific
Seoul, South Korea—Current and former government leaders from the Asia Pacific region discussed present-day challenges facing the world and emphasized the need to foster a culture of peace.
- Written by: Louise Perlowitz
Seoul, South Korea—Africa today has its own challenges in the global context. How can we create what Mother Moon called a God-centered shining and bright Africa?
- Written by: Blessie G. Dhakal, International Coordinator, IAFLP
Seoul, South Korea—Is peace achievable? It can happen if and only if we as individuals collectively start being more loving, understanding and caring individuals.
- Written by: Alan Sillitoe and Mélanie Komagata, UPF Europe and Middle East
Seoul, South Korea—A new UPF initiative seeks to apply the wisdom and experience of society’s elders.
- Written by: Mrs. Louise Perlowitz
Seoul, South Korea—Session III-B of Peace Summit 2023, held May 3, 2023, focused on Latin America and the Caribbean Region.
- Written by: David Fraser Harris, UPF regional secretary general, Middle East and North Africa
Seoul, South Korea—International faith leaders addressed issues of religion and spirituality.
- Written by: Carlo Zonato, president, UPF-Italy
Rome, Italy—A leading advocate for religious freedom spoke at the second Peace Forum of 2023.
- Written by: UPF International
Cheongpyeong, Korea—UPF’s ISCP and Think Tank 2022 in partnership with the Korean Senior Citizens’ Association convened the International Elders’ Roundtable.