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: Krisztián Kecskés, co-president, IAYSP-Hungary
Europe and the Middle East—The final ILC session focused on the "Peace Road's" potential to tear down barriers between countries.
- Written by: Mélanie Komagata, UPF-EUME
Europe and the Middle East—Track II diplomacy as a path to Korean reunification was the focus of eight sessions of an International Leadership Conference.
- Written by: UPF-Latin America and the Caribbean
Latin America—On July 27 and July 28, 2021, UPF Latin America and the Caribbean held an International Leadership Conference (ILC).
- Written by: UPF-Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific—A former president of Nepal and three other speakers discussed best practices in Track II diplomacy in the opening session of the July 28-29 ILC2021 for UPF’s Asia Pacific region.
- Written by: UPF-Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific—The second session of the July 28-29 ILC2021 for UPF’s Asia Pacific region explored the role of women in Track II diplomacy.
- Written by: UPF-Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific—The third session of the July 28-29 ILC2021 for UPF’s Asia Pacific region focused on best practices of NGOs and non-state actors that can support Korean reunification.
- Written by: UPF-Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific—The fourth session of the July 28-29 ILC2021 for UPF’s Asia Pacific program discussed best practices of faith-based organizations and civil society that can support Korean reunification.
- Written by: Simran Rai, UPF-UK and YSP-UK
Europe and the Middle East—The fourth ILC session explored the potential of women leaders as peacebuilders.
- Written by: Ole Toresen, IAED vice coordinator, Europe and the Middle East
Europe and the Middle East—The fifth ILC session examined the potential for a private sector economy to develop in North Korea.
- Written by: Carlos Badosa, assistant director, Espacio Ronda Cultural Center, Madrid
Europe and the Middle East—The sixth ILC session focused on the power of arts and culture to bring unity to the Korean Peninsula.
- Written by: UPF-EUME
Europe and the Middle East—The July 2021 ILC started with a session titled “Track 1.5 Diplomacy Initiatives with North Korea.”
- Written by: Joshua McGuigan, press officer, FFWPU-UK
Europe and the Middle East—The second session of the ILC focused on the unique possibilities of FBOs in aiding Korean reunification.