Character Education
World Interfaith Harmony Week Observed in Nepal
Lalitpur, Nepal—More than 190 people, including local faith leaders and youth, attended an event at Nagarjuna Academy organized by UPF-Nepal to commemorate U.N. World Interfaith Harmony Week 2018.
Africa Summit Launches Three Peace Initiatives
Dakar, Senegal—The historic first World Africa Summit concluded with the launch of three important peace initiatives.
IAPP Launched in Vanuatu
Port Vila, Vanuatu—The International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was launched in the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu with more than 40 guests, including the speaker of the parliament and a former head of state.
IAPP Launched in Solomon Islands
Honiara, Solomon Islands—Around 70 guests attended the launch of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) in the Solomon Islands.
International Day of Peace Observed in Moscow, Russia
Moscow, Russia—Social equality, character education, friendship and brotherhood were among the themes of a celebration of International Day of Peace.
Fourth Central European Roundtable Meets in Slovakia
Bratislava, Slovakia—The fourth meeting of the Central European Initiative was held in Bratislava, following previous roundtable discussions in Vienna, Budapest and Prague.
UPF Co-Sponsors Launch of Youth and Students for Peace in Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand—The Youth and Students for Peace (YSP) for the Asia, Pacific, and greater China regions was launched during a two-day program co-hosted by the government of Thailand.
Parliamentarians Association Launched in Fiji
Suva, Fiji—The national inauguration of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was held on the 2017 UN International Day of Families.
Germans Discuss Near-Death Experiences
Düsseldorf, Germany—Near-death experiences were the subject of a presentation given by a theologian and philosopher at a meeting held by UPF.
UPF-France Convenes Forum on Education
Paris, France—“The Role of the Family in Education” was the theme of a forum attended by around 60 Ambassadors for Peace and guests.
Australian Peace Council
Melbourne, Australia—The Australian National Peace Council had its second meeting, attended by 19 participants from the states of Victoria, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia.
Russian Conference Discusses Interethnic Harmony
Kaluga, Russia—Russia’s myriad nationalities and relations among them were the focus of a conference organized by UPF-Russia.
UPF-Bangladesh Holds RYS Project Near Bay of Bengal
Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh—UPF-Bangladesh held its first-ever Religious Youth Service project in Cox’s Bazar, a town and fishing port located on the Bay of Bengal, from October 22 to 26.
Albanians Study How to Promote Tolerance in Children
Vlora, Albania—Encouraging young people to be more tolerant and understanding was the focus of a seminar held by UPF of Albania.
Korea’s New Village Movement Inspires Solomon Islanders
Honiara, Solomon Islands—UPF of the Solomon Islands hosted a one-day conference titled “New Village Movement: A Model for Sustainable Development.”
Global Day of Parents Observed in Fiji
Nadi, Fiji—Global Day of Parents 2016 was celebrated with a program for educators that stressed the importance of values education.
Global Day of Parents Observed in D.R. Congo
Kinshasa, D.R. Congo—Parental responsibility for children’s education was the theme of the UPF celebration of Global Day of Parents 2016.
International Day of Families Observed in Fiji
Nausori, Fiji—Eight exemplary married couples were honored as part of the UPF-Fiji celebration of the U.N. International Day of Families 2016.
International Day of Families Observed in Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal—The fundamental importance of the family was the focus of a UPF-Portugal program celebrating International Day of Families 2016.
Values Education Seminars Taught in Fiji
Suva, Fiji—Campus student leaders and selected teachers from Fiji’s most esteemed schools have attended Values Education seminars.