Marriage and Family
International Day of Families Observed in Italy
May 14, 2021
Rome, Italy—The future of the family was the theme of a webinar organized by UPF and an affiliated organization.
Online Education Yields ‘Excellent’ Results
December 5, 2020
Bangkok, Thailand—More than 400 participants registered for two UPF-Asia Pacific online education programs, which were rated highly by graduates.
UPF Supports the Philippines’ Comprehensive Character Education Initiative
July 20, 2020
Manila, Philippines—UPF-Philippines has issued a joint statement in support of a character education initiative that was recently signed into law in the country.
UPF-Italy and WFWP "Peace Talks" - Webinar Focuses on Social Distancing Stress
June 4, 2020
Rome, Italy—Anxiety and stress resulting from social distancing were the topics of a webinar held by UPF and an affiliated organization.
UPF-Argentina Commemorates UN International Day of Families
June 4, 2020
Buenos Aires, Argentina—UPF-Argentina recognized six couples who have been married for 31–49 years in the context of the International Day of Families 2020.
Philippines ‘Peace Talks’ Discusses Proposed Values Education Law
June 4, 2020
Manila, Philippines—UPF-Philippines convened another “Peace Talks” webinar on a bill on values education that is expected to be signed into law soon.
UN Global Day of Parents Upheld in UPF’s Webinar on the Role of Parents
June 2, 2020
UPF-USA, United States—In commemoration of the UN Global Day of Parents, UPF-USA held a web conference titled “Role of Parents for Sustainable Development and World Peace.”
Global Day of Parents and Protection of Children
June 1, 2020
Moscow, Russia—UPF commemorated the UN Global Day of Parents 2020 with an online interview of a prominent children’s rights official.
"Peace Talks" - India Celebrates Global Day of Parents with Virtual Conference
June 1, 2020
New Delhi, India—UPF-India celebrated the UN Global Day of Parents 2020 by organizing a virtual conference on “Parental Love is the Key to Combating COVID-19,” with several hundred participants.
Australia Commemorates International Day of Families with Webinar
May 16, 2020
Melbourne, Australia—In commemoration of the UN International Day of Families 2020, UPF-Melbourne held a webinar on “Alleviation of Poverty vs. Elevation of Human Potential.”
Russian Actress Interviewed for Day of Families Event
May 16, 2020
Moscow, Russia—UPF dedicated the first of a series of online interviews to UN International Day of Families.
Philippines Hosts Second 'Peace Talks' on Need for Universal Values
May 15, 2020
Manila, Philippines—UPF-Philippines hosted a second national “Peace Talks” webinar, which discussed the need for values education.
Czechs Discuss Challenges to the Family
May 15, 2020
Prague, Czech Republic—UPF marked International Day of Families 2020 with a webinar attended by 40 participants.
Austrians, Germans Hold Family Day Conference
May 14, 2020
Vienna, Austria—Experts from Germany and Austria participated in an online conference to emphasize the importance of the family.
Filipino ‘Peace Talks’ Focuses on Role of Religious Leaders
May 8, 2020
Manila, Philippines—UPF-Philippines held its first national “Peace Talks” webinar, which focused on the role of religious leaders during the coronavirus crisis.
Homelessness and Families Discussed During UN Commission on Social Development
February 13, 2020
New York, United States—The theme for this year’s UN Commission on Social Development was “Affordable Housing and Social Protection Systems for All to Address Homelessness.”
An Interfaith, Intercultural New Year Celebration
January 25, 2020
Frankfurt, Germany—Pastors and representatives of various religions and cultures attended a UPF celebration of the Lunar New Year.
Asia Pacific First Ladies Summit Convened in Palau
December 11, 2019
Koror, Palau—Eight current and former first ladies as well as more than 500 delegates from 38 nations attended the Asia Pacific First Ladies Summit 2019 in Palau.
World Leaders gather for Asia Pacific Summit 2019 in Cambodia
November 21, 2019
Phnom Penh, Cambodia—More than 800 delegates, including current and former heads of state and government, from 46 nations attended the Asia Pacific Summit 2019 in Cambodia.
Summit Explores Peace and Development in Southeast Europe
October 27, 2019
Tirana, Albania—Participants from over 50 nations attended the Southeast Europe Peace Summit organized by UPF.