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In the early part of the twenty-first century, the peoples of the world are experiencing an intolerable level of insecurity and violence on the parts of states and non-state actors. At the same time, there has been a re-energizing of the peace movement and citizen initiatives in seeking innovative, nonviolent and enduring resolution of conflict through peacebuilding activities of many kinds. One of those initiatives is a growing international movement for the creation of departments of peace in all nations. Canada, as a middle power with a long history of peacekeeping and negotiated outcomes to conflict, stands in a unique position to become the first country to proclaim a Department and Minister of Peace.

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For over 2,000 years this plea has been on the books and has been issued millions of times from pulpits the world over to many millions of faithful parishioners, many of whom have become the perpetrators of war, the starters of war, the losers of war, and — dare I say it — the winners of wars for there are those who profess that in war there are no winners.

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September 2008

Vol 3, Issue 19

 
 

A Call for Peace and Unity

Mindanao, Philippines - Amidst the ceaseless struggle between the government and the radical Islamic groups in the Philippine island of Mindanao, a new hope for peace and unity dawned September 19 to 21 with a series of conferences, service projects, and other initiatives that culminated the Global Peace Festival.

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Young Palestinians and Israelis Forge Paths of Peace

Rome, Italy - On September 1, a group of Israelis and Palestinians traveled together to northern and central Italy for ten days, seeking to develop new aspects of leadership. They traveled together to Bergamo, San Marino, Pesaro, Rimini, Ancona, Urbino, and Rome. Their time in Italy offered many opportunities for interaction among the Israelis and the Palestinians. Two senior participants, Dr. Azmi Abu-Soud and Dr. Shuki Ben Ami, served as guides and mentors to the Palestinian and the Israeli youth leaders.

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In This Issue

A Call for Peace and Unity in Mindanao

Young Palestinians and Israelis Forge Paths of Peace in Italy

South Caucasus Peace Appeal

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South Caucasus Peace Appeal

The Eurasian Peace Council of the Universal Peace Federation calls upon the sides of the conflict involving Georgia, Abkhazia, South Ossetia, and Russia, to comply, in due course, with the commitments, as outlined in the "Dmitry Medvedev - Nicolas Sarkozy peace plan" and agreed with the leadership of Georgia. The situation in the conflict zones of the South Caucasus remains tense and dangerous. It threatens international peace and security, and brings harm and suffering to the civilian population. We feel deep sorrow for the victims and present our condolences to their relatives and friends.

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Global UPF News
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Middle East Peace Initiative
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United Nations Initiative
Ambassadors for Peace
Peace Education
Character Education

Global Peace Festival
United Nation: International Day of Peace
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Youth and Sports
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Character Education Books
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Hon. Raila Odinga, Prime Minister, Kenya: Address to International Leadership Conference, Nairobi, Kenya, August 29-31, 2008

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Hon. Jose de Venecia, Jr., Chairman, CDI-Asia Pacific Address to the Global Peace Festival Cagayan De Oro City, Mindanao, Philippines September 21, 2008

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September 2008

Vol 3, Issue 18

 
 

Mongolians Choose Peace

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia - In a moving and dramatic display of national pride and unity, the citizens of Mongolia made a clear commitment to peace and prosperity at the Global Peace Festival in Ulaanbaatar. Just a few short weeks after disputed elections threatened to bring this historic Asian nation to the brink of civil war, Sukhbaatar Square was once again filled with a huge crowd. This time, they sang and danced for peace.
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Sights and Sounds from GPF Mongolia

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia - Sights and sounds of GPF Mongolia is now available on UPF website..





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Mongolians Choose Peace

New Video from GPF Mongolia

Having Faith and the Will to Act

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Having Faith and the Will to Act

Buenos Aires, Argentina - "Towards a New Paradigm of Leadership and Good Governance: Dialogue, Cooperation and Service for Peace" was the title of the International Leadership Conference August 28 and 29 at the Chamber of Deputies of the Republic of Argentina.

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UPF.org Section Link

Global UPF News
UPF Today
Media Library
Middle East Peace Initiative
South Asia Peace Initiative
United Nations Initiative
Ambassadors for Peace
Peace Education
Character Education

Global Peace Festival
United Nation: International Day of Peace
Service
Youth and Sports
Art and Culture
Computer Software (Joomla) Tutorials
Books and Publications
Character Education Books
UPTV
New World Encyclopedia

Speech delivered by Hon. Song Yeong Sun, Member, Korean National Assembly at the International Leadership Conference and Global Peace Festival, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, September 9, 2008

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Dr. Hyun Jin Moon, Co-Chairman, Universal Peace Federation keynote address at the Global Peace Festival Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, September 9, 2008

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September 2008

Vol 3, Issue 17

 
 
Prime Minister Odinga Welcomes the Global Peace Festival to Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya - The Prime Minister of Kenya, the Hon Raila Odinga MP and his wife Ida Odinga, joined by an international delegation that included seven former heads of state and over 120 members of parliament, spiritual leaders and representatives of civil society were warmly welcomed by a crowd of over 10,000 enthusiastic Kenyans to the Global Peace Festival (GPF) in Nairobi."
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UN: International Day of Peace

Tarrytown, New York - UPF is pleased to announce the launch of the International Day of Peace Web Page on the UPF website. The page will cover news of the International Day of Peace and all related activities around the world.

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In This Issue

Prime Minister Odinga Welcomes the Global Peace Festival to Kenya

International Day of Peace

NEW Video from GPF Kenya

Youth Assembly Models a UN Interfaith Advisory Body

India Supports Integration and Development in Six-State ILC

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New Video from GPF Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya - The video about the GPF Kenya events on August 29-31, 2008 is now available on the website.





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Youth Assembly Models a UN Interfaith Advisory Body

Geneva, Switzerland - The "Geneva Conference on Interfaith Cooperation and the Protection of Human Rights and Dignity" on September 1 and 2 in Geneva, Switzerland, brought together nearly 280 religious and other civil society leaders, diplomats, and United Nations representatives to address the contribution of faiths to peace and human dignity, focusing on the potential role of an interfaith advisory council within the United Nations.

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India Supports Integration and Development in Six-State ILC

India - UPF-India held a series of six International Leadership Conferences crisscrossing the world's largest democracy from the northernmost state of Sikkim, which borders China, to the southern state of Kerala, on the Indian Ocean. The most eminent Indian dignitaries from government and civil society offered their experience and expertise on pressing issues from terrorism and corruption, to interreligious harmony and character education.

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FREE- UPF Today ( PDF)

New York - Free PDF of UPF Today in Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish on UPF Website.

 
 

UPF.org Section Links

Global UPF News
UPF Today
Media Library
Middle East Peace Initiative
South Asia Peace Initiative
United Nations Initiative
Ambassadors for Peace
Peace Education
Character Education

Global Peace Festival
United Nation: International Day of Peace
Service
Youth and Sports
Art and Culture
Computer Software (Joomla) Tutorials
Books and Publications
Character Education Books
UPTV
New World Encyclopedia


During my many years of involvement in political and diplomatic affairs, I was constantly reminded that the economic, social, political problems that we are addressing are the results of much deeper and more internal needs. If those aspects are not understood or dealt with, the solutions that we propose will not reach their desired goal. Conflicts do not end when peace treaties are signed. It is only when each individuals and communities feels safe, appreciated and “at inner peace.”

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As H.E. Ambassador Makarim Wibisono has correctly stated: "The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has largely been drafted by experts of religion." Religion has always played a central role in the protection of human rights and especially in the promotion of human dignity.

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In the Christian churches, when the theme of peace in the world is addressed, the tendency is to deal only with the question of how to apply the work of Christ to the people’s present lives. Although the Bible shows that God’s work extends to the whole of humanity, peace tends to be limited to a few privileged countries on a few continents.

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