Parliamentarians Association Is Launched in Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria—The Nigerian chapter of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) has been launched at a ceremony at the National Assembly.
French Interfaith Forum Discusses the Afterlife
Paris, France—A new series of interreligious forums started with the topic “The Reality of Life after Death and Contemporary Society.”
UPF-Argentina Statement on the Global Day of Parents
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Members of UPF-Argentina’s Peace Council signed the “Honoring Life” statement in support of the 2017 Global Day of Parents.
36 Nigerian Couples Prepare for Peace Blessing
Abuja, Nigeria—A one-day workshop for 36 Nigerian married couples has been held in preparation for a Family Peace Blessing in the community.
‘Training for Peace’ Workshop in Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina—A workshop on “Training for Peace” was held at the May meeting of the Ambassadors Cycle.
Russian Bicyclists Take 'Peace Road’ around the World
Moscow, Russia—Two Russian long-distance bicyclists crossed paths in Moscow on the "Global Bike Tour for Peace and Goodwill," part of the UPF “Peace Road” initiative.
RYS Gives U.S. Youth a Capital Training
Washington, D.C., United States—For the second year, the Religious Youth Service welcomed participants of a youth leadership program to take part in its summer project.
Swiss Children Vie for Soccer’s Peace Cup
Novazzano, Switzerland—Ten teams of schoolchildren took part in the 2017 Peace Cup soccer tournament, which “entertains and socializes [and is] not just a competition.”
UPF-Austria Holds Second Interreligious Breakfast
Linz, Austria—An interreligious breakfast held by UPF asked the question “What Can Religions Contribute to Solving the Problems of Our Age?”
International Day of Families Observed in France
Paris, France—In honor of the 2017 UN International Day of Families, UPF-France held a forum under the theme “The Family in the 21st Century—Evolution or Crisis?”
Leadership Lessons from an Austrian Empress
Linz, Austria—On the occasion of the 300th birthday of Maria Theresa, a lecture explored how the Austrian empress strove to bring career and family together.
Global Day of Parents 2017 Observed at the United Nations
New York, United States—The essential role of parents and family cohesion in ensuring children’s well-being was discussed at a program held at the United Nations.
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