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Earth Day Lessons Taught in Far East Russia
Khabarovsk, Russia - Representatives of UPF-Far East Russia organized a variety of activiities at Gymnasium No. 8 in Khabarovsk in celebration of Earth Day, April 22, 2013.
Conference at the UN Center in Vienna on Preventing Violence Against Women
Vienna, Austria - A conference on Leadership Challenges of the 21st Century: The Prevention of Violence against Women and Femicide took place at the Vienna International Center on March 28, 2013.
Forum in Abuja Addresses Human Trafficking on the UN Day of the Remembrance of Victims of Slavery
Abuja, Nigeria - UPF-Nigeria organized a discussion at the National Merit Award House in Abuja on March 27, 2013, to commemorate the UN Day of Remembrance of Slavery Victims and International Women's Day.
World Water Day Celebrated in the Russian Far East
Khabarovsk, Russia - World Water Day was the theme of lessons conducted by UPF activists at gymnasium №8 in Khabarovsk on March 22, 2013.
UPF-Georgia Observes UN Day to End Racial Discrimination
Tbilisi, Georgia - UPF-Georgia conducted trainings in Tbilisi on “Stop Racism – Take Action” and an Interracial Soccer Tournament to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, March 21, 2013.
International Women's Day 2013 Observed in 15 Nations
UPF chapters in Afghanistan, Austria, Burkina Faso, Canada, Estonia, Germany, Nepal, Nigeria, Peru, Russia, Suriname, UK, and US organized commemorations of International Women's Day, March 8, 2013.
Interfaith Harmony Week Observed at the UN International Center in Vienna
Vienna, Austria - UPF-Austria organized a World Interfaith Harmony Week event at the International Center in Vienna Feb. 8, 2013, on the theme of Cooperating among Religions for a Culture of Peace.
World Interfaith Harmony Week Observed in 16 Nations
UN World Interfaith Harmony Week was observed in 16 nations in 2013 with interfaith prayers, forums, reports, essay contests, debates, and sports tournaments.
UPF-Moscow Commemorates International Day of Solidarity
Moscow, Russia - The UN International Solidarity Day was observed in Moscow on Dec. 20, 2012.
Vienna Youth Forum: The Role of the Media in a Pluralistic World
Vienna, Austria - In advance of the UN Alliance of Civilizations Youth Forum in Vienna in February 2013, Youth UPF-Austria hosted a panel discussion on "The Role of the Media in a Pluralistic World" on Dec. 11, 2012.
5 UPF Chapters Honor Human Rights Day 2012
UPF chapters in Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Peru, and Russia organized events on UN Human Rights Day, Dec. 10, 2012, in response to the UN's appeal to "Make your voice count!"
UN Volunteer Day Marked by a Roundtable and Recognitions in 3 Nations
Volunteer recognition programs took place in Argentina and Pakistan to honor International Volunteer Day, Dec. 5, 2012, and in Russia an online forum included participants from Austria and Israel.
UN Children's Day Commemorated in Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan - A series of lessons and an exhibition of children’s creative talents commemorated Universal Children's Day, Nov. 20, 2012.
Vienna Youth Forum: A New Religious Pluralism?
Vienna, Austria - In advance of the February 2013 UN Alliance of Civilizations Youth Forum in Vienna, the UPF-Austria Youth Committee organized a forum on religious pluralism on Nov. 20, 2012.
UN Day of Tolerance Observed with Educational Programs in 3 Nations
UPF chapters held educational programs to mark the UN International Day of Tolerance, Nov. 16, 2012 in Estonia, Pakistan and Russia.
United Nations Day Observed in Georgia and Russia
UPF organized observances of UN Day, Oct. 24, 2012, in Georgia and Russia to publicize the aims and achievements of the United Nations.
Conference at the UN Headquarters in Vienna on Europe-Russia Partnership
Vienna, Austria - The Vienna International Center was the setting for the first day of an International Leadership Conference on the theme of "Europe and Russia - Partners in a Globalized World" Oct. 12-13, 2012.
UN Day of Peace 2012 Observed in 33 Nations
Inspired by the theme "Sustainable Peace for a Sustainable Future" of the UN International Day of Peace, Sept. 21, 2012, UPF chapters in 33 nations organized programs ranging from academic forums to interreligious ceremonies to poetry contests.
UN International Youth Day Celebrated in Pakistan
Multan, Pakistan - The Society for the Promotion of Education and Awareness along with its networking organizations commemorated UN International Youth Day in Multan, Pakistan Aug. 12, 2012.
UN Day of Friendship Observed in 3 Nations
UPF chapters in Argentina, Paraguay and Russia organized celebrations of the International Day of Friendship, July 30, 2012, established last year by the UN.