World Summit 2017 Opening Banquet
Seoul, Korea—The fourth World Summit on “Peace, Security and Human Development” opened with a banquet attended by more than 500 dignitaries from 120 nations.
Prayer for Syrian Children in Netanya, Israel
Netanya, Israel—A prayer for Syrian families and children was held at a synagogue in Netanya led by Jerusalem Interfaith Forum member Rabbi Edgar Nof.
Ambassador for Peace Honored by Buenos Aires Legislature
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Ambassador for Peace, writer Nélida Pessagno, received an award for her contribution to the field of culture by the Buenos Aires City Legislature.
Ambassador for Peace Launches 'Music for Peace' Initiative in Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Music for Peace, an initiative that seeks to foster a culture of peace through music, was launched by Ambassador for Peace and journalist Graciela Almada.
Nigerians Mark Anniversary of ‘Center of Unity’
Abuja, Nigeria—UPF-Nigeria commemorated the 25th anniversary of the movement of the nation’s Federal Capital Territory from Lagos to Abuja.
Russian Conference Discusses SDG Partnerships
Moscow, Russia—Fulfilling the UN Sustainable Development Goals through partnerships of different sectors of society was the focus of a UPF-Russia conference.
International Volunteer Day Celebrated in Córdoba
Córdoba, Argentina—The Córdoba chapter of UPF-Argentina celebrated International Volunteer Day by recognizing volunteers and volunteer-involving organizations.
UPF-Russia Has Baltic Dialogue with Lithuania
Vilnius, Lithuania—Talented performers as well as masters of folk and applied art gathered at the eighth Light of the Christmas Star festival.
Nigerians Host Annual General Peace Assembly
Owerri, Nigeria—About 200 participants attended the UPF-Nigeria Annual General Peace Assembly 2016, which was devoted to the Peace Vision 2020.
UPF-Argentina Honors Volunteers with Awards
Buenos Aires, Argentina—In support of UN International Volunteer Day, UPF-Argentina presented its sixth annual Volunteering and Common Good Awards.
Nigerian Media Cover Washington ILC
Abuja, Nigeria—Several Nigerian newspapers have published reports in their online editions about the International Leadership Conference that took place in Washington, D.C., from November 28 to December 1, 2016.
RYS Volunteers Help Restore School in Lucknow, India
Lucknow, India—The Religious Youth Service-India held its 2016 service project in Lucknow city, where participants helped restore parts of a primary school.
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