UPF and Faith-based Groups Host Montreal Conference
Montreal, Canada—“Living Well Together, Without Religions? Impossible!” was the theme of a conference UPF co-organized with seven nonprofits and faith-based groups concerned with improving the quality of life in Montreal.
Australia Hosts Multicultural Football Tournament
Sydney, Australia—A football tournament was held to celebrate Australians’ multicultural backgrounds and promote harmony among them.
Sunhak Peace Prize 2017 Laureates Announced
Washington, D.C., United States—The 2017 Sunhak Peace Prize has been awarded to two figures who have devoted their lives to helping the world’s refugees.
South Americans Cross 'Bridge of Peace'
Montevideo, Uruguay—UPF-Argentina sponsored a panel discussion on the “Role of Latin American Women to Achieve Peace” and a “Bridge of Peace” ceremony, organized by the Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP).
Indonesian Universities Host UPF Character Education Tour
Pekanbaru, Indonesia—Two universities in western Indonesia hosted UPF-Indonesia’s national tour on character education.
Spirit of the United Nations Awarding Ceremony
New York, United States—The 10th annual Spirit of the United Nations awarding ceremony was held on the theme “SDG Success—The Spiritual Indicators.”
UPF President Speaks at Peacebuilding Conference
New York, United States—The president of UPF International was a keynote speaker at an international conference on interethnic and interreligious peacebuilding.
UPF-Albania Supports ‘Prayer Night for Syrian Children’
Tirana, Albania—Around 200 people from many segments of society came together for an evening of prayer for Syrian children.
Nigerians Plan Early Start for Peace Vision 2020
Abuja, Nigeria—Nigerian Ambassadors for Peace have met to discuss several activities that they will embark upon during the 100 days leading up to World Summit 2017.
Albanians Peace Council Is Launched in Montenegro
Gusinje, Montenegro—The Albanian and Kosovan chapters of UPF held a meeting to launch the Albanians Peace Council in the Plav and Gusinje region of Montenegro.
UPF Joins Habitat III Conference in Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador—Members and guests of UPF-Ecuador participated in the UN Habitat III Conference and a side event on sustainable cities supported by UPF International.
International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace Launched in Japan
Tokyo, Japan—An International Leadership Conference launching the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) in Japan was held on November 11 and November 16 to 17.
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