Experts Discuss Prevention of Violent Extremism in Africa
Abjua, Nigeria—From November 28 to 29, 2017, the UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA) held an Expert Group Meeting on “The role of African Civil Society Organization in Preventing Violent Extremism in Africa”.
Ambassador for Peace Launches Poverty Alleviation Project in Africa
Benin City, Nigeria—An Australian Ambassador for Peace has launched a nonprofit project to alleviate poverty in Africa.
Peace Road Event Takes Place in Finland
Helsinki, Finland—Starting at the spiritual center of Finland, UPF supporters held a Peace Road walking event through the center of Helsinki.
UPF-Peru Holds Second Peace Road Event of 2019
Lima, Peru—As part of Peace Road 2019, UPF-Peru sponsored a marathon with over 500 participants.
Discussion Focuses on Afghanistan’s Potential
Vienna, Austria—UPF co-sponsored a roundtable discussion titled “Economic Potentials and Opportunities in Afghanistan.”
UPF-Austria Launches ‘Culture for Peace’
Vienna, Austria—The Austrian chapter of UPF has inaugurated a new initiative called Culture for Peace.
Young Football Players Compete for Peace Trophy
Monza, Italy—Four teams of young players competed in the 14th Peace Trophy interethnic football tournament.
National Parents Day Commemorated in Washington, DC
Washington, DC, United States—National Parents Day celebration honored couples who are exemplary leaders in living for the sake of others.
UPF-International Participates in UN Agribusiness and Economic Industry Summit
New York, United States—The fifth annual Agribusiness and Economic Industry Summit addressed chronic undernourishment, particularly in Africa.
Baltic Super-Marathon Binds Three Nations
Moscow, Russia—A super-marathon between Russia, Estonia and Latvia was held to build bridges of peace among the peoples of the Baltic region.
Africa Day Observed in Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark—More than 150 guests attended an Africa Day 2019 program held at the UN City campuses.
Fiji Hosts IAPP Conference
Suva, Fiji—Seventy dignitaries from different nations gathered in Fiji for an IAPP conference on “Addressing the Critical Challenges Facing Contemporary Society.”
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