International Day of Families Observed in Portugal
Odivelas, Portugal—The 2019 UN International Day of Families was celebrated with a conference and a Peace Blessing ceremony.
UPF-Austria Opens Branch in Burgenland
Parndorf, Austria—UPF-Austria has inaugurated a local branch in the eastern state of Burgenland.
UPF-Argentina’s June Meeting Extends Outreach and Ecology Efforts
Buenos Aires, Argentina—At monthly meeting, Ambassadors for Peace planned their participation in an outreach initiative and received trees to plant.
Gathering at UN Promotes Unselfishness as Key for Peacebuilding
New York, USA—Civic and religious leaders met with future president of UN General Assembly at forum to discuss values.
UPF-Argentina and Africa House Collaborate to Honor Africa Day
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Africa House and UPF-Argentina sponsored a cultural and artistic program to celebrate Africa Day.
UPF Plays Prominent Role in Lusophone Group
Lisbon, Portugal—UPF joined a delegation to the new leader of an organization of Portuguese-speaking nations.
UPF Founder’s Life Inspires Essay Competition
Ersekë, Albania—High-school students once again took part in an essay competition based on the autobiography of the UPF founder.
A Syrian Describes His New Start in Germany
Giessen, Germany—A refugee from Syria described escaping from his war-torn homeland and his new life in Germany.
Theologian Promotes His Prescription for Peace
Munich, Germany—UPF hosted a first presentation of a newly published book about achieving peace in the Middle East.
“Engagement and Commitment” Is Theme of UPF-Argentina’s July Gathering
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Ambassadors for Peace learned much from community leader with 40 years’ experience in the social sphere.
UPF-Côte d'Ivoire Program Convenes Peace Road Program
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire—A ceremony sponsored by UPF-Côte d'Ivoire welcomed 10 new Ambassadors for Peace and launched the Ivory Coast leg of Peace Road 2019.
UPF Delegation Attends Historic African Union Summit in Niger
Niamey, Niger—The African Union’s 12th Extraordinary Summit launched the African Continental Free Trade Area.
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