India's Perspective on the Nepal Peace Process
New Delhi, India - UN representatives, journalists, government officials, student leaders, and NGO envoys, numbering nearly 50, attended a half-day program at the prestigious Civil Services Officers’ Institute in New Delihi on January 24. The theme was “India’s Perspective on Nepal’s Peace Process.”
International Leadership Conference Held in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines - An International Leadership Conference on “Universal Principles of Peace and Leadership: A New Paradigm for Building a World of Peace” took place in Manila Jan. 11-12, 2013.
A Valentine's Day Gala Held in Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland - In cooperation with partners of different faith communities and intercultural associations, UPF held a Valentine’s Day Evening in Geneva on Feb. 14, 2013
December Holidays Honored at House of Religions in Stuttgart
Stuttgart, Germany - Christian, Jewish, and Muslim holidays were honored at the Dec. 8, 2012, meeting of the House of Religions in Stuttgart.
Conference Explores the Significance of the Amman Interfaith Message
Amman, Jordan - At a time when radical changes are sweeping the Arab world, UPF organized a conference in Amman Dec. 20-22, 2012, on the positive role of religion in bringing people together in peace.
Religious Youth Service Project Planned in Pakistan
Multan, Pakistan - “Youth of Faith Build Peace by Practice of Love and Service” was the theme of a second project of Religious Youth Service-Pakistan, planned for March 15 to 22. Local and international youth were invited to explore cultural unity through working together in one of the ancient cities of Asia. The program included a international peace conference, planting trees at religious institutions, and visits to historical sites.
UPF-Toronto Launches a New Year
Toronto, Canada - In their first meeting of the new year, on January 12, Toronto Ambassadors for Peace focused on the birth month of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) and discussed the providence of restoration.
A Slovakian Christmas Celebration in Vienna
Vienna, Austria - On Sunday afternoon, December 16, UPF-Austria held the last of five concerts which were sponsored by the cultural department of the City of Vienna. It was also a Christmas celebration closing the year's activities of UPF in Vienna under the theme “Slovakian Christmas.”
End-of-Year Celebration in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Argentina UPF activities closed 2012 with a dinner in Buenos Aires on a significant date preceded by countless warnings about a possible end of the world on December 21, under the theme "Sharing, Recognizing, and Celebrating." It turned into a real holiday in a family atmosphere and interreligious reunion with past and new friendships made during the year.
Jerusalem Peace & Security Forum: Israel's National Strategies
Haifa, Israel - The Jerusalem Peace and Security Forum meeting on Dec. 25, 2012 explored “The Input that the International Powers have on the Development and Sustainability of Israel’s National Resilience.”
Peruvian Youth Bring Christmas Cheer to the Elderly
Lima, Peru - Young Ambassadors for Peace visited a hospital for the elderly in Lima to bring them some Christmas cheer on Dec. 22, 2012.
Forums Inspire Youth Activists in Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan - A December 15 forum at the National Library on “Creating a New, Active and Creative Elite in Tajikistan” attracted grassroots organizers, Ambassadors for Peace, and leaders of Tajikistan's cultural, scientific, and business communities.
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