Conferences Regional
Regional Issues Addressed at Conference in Cameroon
Yaounde, Cameroon - The Congress Hall filled with 354 dignitaries for a regional International Leadership Conference on October 1 focusing on strategies to improve education and the environment in the nations of central Africa.
Europeans Take Fact-Finding Trip to Japan
Tokyo, Japan - "Japan's Role in Securing Peace, Stability, and Human Rights in North-East Asia" was the theme of a European Leadership Conference and Fact-Finding Tour to Japan August 1-5.
Congo Hosts Central Africa UPF Summit
Brazzaville, Congo - An international summit of UPF's Central African sub-region was held in Brazzaville from June 11 to 13. This Summit was supported by the Presidency of the Republic and by the National Peace Council. It had a substantial impact on the nation.
European Conference Addresses Prospects for Middle East Peace
Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands - During a European Leadership Conference in Glory House, North Holland, April 9 to 11, four UPF-Netherlands Ambassadors for Peace considered the prospects for peace in the Middle East and Afghanistan.
UPF-Eurasia Conference on East-West Dialogue Held in Moscow
Moscow, Russia - On April 10, an international conference was held at the Peace Embassy in Moscow on the theme of “East-West Dialogue: 20 Years after the Fall of the Iron Curtain.”
World Peace Blessing Celebrated in San Marino
A European Leadership Conference on "The Significance of Marriage and Family for Peace in the 21st Century" culminated in a World Peace Blessing held in San Marino’s national theatre Jan. 23, 2010.
European Leadership Conference, December 2009
Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands - Glory House and our Dutch UPF staff were very welcoming to the 50 Ambassadors for Peace and staff from the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Malta, Norway, Denmark, Bosnia, Greece, and the Netherlands who attended the December European Leadership Conference.
Stories of Peacebuilding Told at European Conference
Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands - The story of a man from Malta who died in the Netherlands while negotiating in the aftermath of a terrorist attack was one highlight of the last European Leadership Conference of 2009. It took place at UPF-Netherlands’ Glory House conference center.
First Asian Parliamentarian Leadership Conference Held in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand - Nearly 150 current and former Asian parliamentarians from ten nations attended the First Asian Parliamentarian Leadership Conference on Peace, October 8-11, 2009 held in Bangkok, organized by UPF-Asia.
European Leaders Explore Hopes for Peace
Bergen aan Zee, Netherlands - On the weekend of September 18-20, UPF-Europe held a UPF European Leadership Conference on the theme of "Innovative Approaches to World Peace in the 21st Century" in the UPF Conference center, Huize Glory, in North Holland.
Young Asian Leaders Attend Bangkok Summit
Bangkok, Thailand - Nearly 500 youth from 15 Asian nations attended the second annual International Young Leaders Summit on August 7 in Bangkok, co-hosted by the Youth Federation for World Peace International, Universal Peace Federation-Asia, and the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
Kathmandu Conference Calls for Stability and Political Consensus in Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal - The president of Nepal cut the ribbon to inaugurate the “International Conference for Solidarity with Nepal” organized by UPF and the Parliamentarians’ International Forum in Kathmandu July 17-19, 2009.
Asian Parliamentarians Support Nepal Peace Process
Kathmandu, Nepal - “The first article in Nepal’s new constitution,” suggested Jose de Venecia rather forthrightly, “should be that we are all one human family under God.” The Filipino statesman made this recommendation at a June 23 leadership conference in Nepal.
International Seminar on Peace and Leadership in Benin
Cotonou, Benin - Dignitaries from all walks of life and Ambassadors for Peace from West Africa converged in the city of Cotonou for an international seminar on peace and leadership.
International Leadership Conference Held in Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria - An International Leadership Conference on the theme “One Family under God: A New Vision for Peace in the 21st Century” was held at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, the capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This event, which was part of the Global Peace Tour 2009, drew participants from across Nigeria, including Ambassadors for Peace and other dignitaries.
International Young Leaders Summit in Nairobi Offers Vision for Renewal
Nairobi, Kenya - The International Young Leaders Summit of the Universal Peace Federation and the Youth Federation for World Peace took place March 19-21 in Nairobi, Kenya with the theme: “The Role of Young Leaders in Achieving the UN Millennium Development Goals and Peace Building in Africa.” Kenya Jaycees President Vincent Rapando reported that this was the first event of its kind in Kenya.
Interfaith Cooperation during Peace Tour in Norway
Oslo, Norway - The Global Peace Tour in Norway included a leadership seminar in the Parliament.
New Insights about Peace Presented in Moscow
Moscow, Russia - New insights about peace and reports about the work of UPF inspired Ambassadors for Peace and distinguished guests at a peace rally in Moscow.
Global Peace Initiative Launched in Japan
Saitama, Japan - The Universal Peace Federation in Japan began a new year of activities with an International Leadership Conference, service projects, and a huge convention in Saitama.
Promoting People-to-People Diplomacy in the South Caucasus
Moscow, Russia - A January 23 conference addressed human security issues in the South Caucasus conflict zones and recommended people-to-people diplomacy as a way to resolve long-standing conflicts related to Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.