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A Syrian Describes His New Start in Germany

: Peace Education; Saturday, May 18, 2019

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

: Peace and Security; Friday, May 24, 2019

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

: Ambassadors for Peace; Wednesday, July 10, 2019

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

: Ambassadors for Peace; Sunday, July 07, 2019

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

: Conferences; Thursday, July 04, 2019

Niamey, Niger—The African Union’s 12th Extraordinary Summit launched the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Kosovo Conference Discusses Peace in the Balkans

: Peace and Security; Saturday, June 08, 2019

Pristina, Kosovo—A two-day conference held in Kosovo’s parliament envisioned a peaceful future for the Balkan Peninsula.

UPF Korea Launches Interfaith Prayer Program

: Interfaith Programs; Thursday, May 23, 2019

Seoul, Korea—In March, the Korea chapter of the Interreligious Association for Peace and Development (IAPD) began a monthly prayer service in support of a unified Korea.

Role of Faith-Based Organizations in Criminal Justice Discussed

: United Nations Relations; Monday, May 20, 2019

Vienna, Austria—UPF organized a side-meeting to the 28^th Session of the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice.

UPF-USA Program in Rhode Island Celebrates Parents and the Family

: Marriage and Family; Saturday, July 06, 2019

Warwick, Rhode Island—A National Parents’ Day award was presented to an outstanding immigrant family from the DR Congo.

International Day of Families Celebrated in Argentina

: UN International Day of Families 2019; Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Buenos Aires, Argentina—UPF-Argentina and other organizations celebrated the UN International Day of Families by recognizing 30 couples who have been married between 25 and 60 years.

International Day of Families Commemorated in Thailand

: UN International Day of Families 2019; Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Bangkok, Thailand—UPF commemorated the International Day of Families in Thailand with a conference on family values and the re-launching of the national chapter of the IAPD.