Pillar United Nations News
IAPD Inaugurated in Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador—In honor of the UN International Day of Peace 2018, UPF-Ecuador inaugurated the national chapter of the Interreligious Association for Peace and Development (IAPD).
Netherlands’ Role on UN Security Council Discussed
Utrecht, the Netherlands—With the Netherlands joining the UN Security Council in 2018, UPF organized a discussion of the nation’s greater role in international affairs and worldwide security issues.
Vienna Celebrates Asmara’s UNESCO Honor
Vienna, Austria—The listing of Eritrea’s capital as a World Heritage Site was celebrated at a special event titled “Asmara—City of Dreams.”
Earth Day Action Collects Plastic for a Greener Russia
Moscow, Russia—An environmental campaign called "Collecting Plastic Caps and Lids for Peace" was concluded on International Mother Earth Day 2017.
Russian Veterans Celebrate UN Day with Song
Moscow, Russia—A chorus of veterans sang songs from World War II at a concert held to commemorate United Nations Day.
International Day of Peace Observed in Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark—The 2016 International Day of Peace was observed at a program in Denmark’s Parliament.
Siberian Youth Project Seeks Culture of Peace
Novosibirsk, Russia—The multifaceted project "Path for Youth toward a Culture of Peace" took place from September 12 to 21, 2016.
UPF-Argentina Observes International Day of Friendship
Buenos Aires, Argentina—To commemorate the UN International Day of Friendship, UPF-Argentina appointed 22 new Ambassadors for Peace.
International Day of Families Observed in the United States
New York, United States—Hundreds of families across the United States celebrated the United Nations’ International Day of Families, held every year on May 15.
UPF-Norway Celebrates UN Day
Oslo, Norway—UPF-Norway celebrated United Nations Day in partnership with Central Jamaat E Ahle Sunnat, the largest mosque in Oslo.
On Mandela Day, Australia Says “Make a Difference”
Melbourne, Australia—African community leaders, NGO leaders and politicians celebrated Nelson Mandela International Day with music and prayer.
UPF-Peru Celebrates International Day of Yoga
Lima, Peru—UPF-Peru celebrated the first International Day of Yoga on June 21.
Honduran and American Youth Pave “Pathways to Peace”
Nutley, USA—Honduran and American students participated in the “Pathways to Peace” cultural exchange project in New Jersey.
Vienna Forum Addresses Korean Peninsula Tensions
Vienna, Austria - A forum at the UN headquarters in Vienna addressed the issue “The UN at 70: Toward a Resolution of Tensions on the Korean Peninsula.”
UPF-UK: Discussion about UN Sustainable Development Goals
London, United Kingdom—Raising awareness of the UN Sustainable Development Goals that will come into effect in 2016 was the focus of a meeting held by UPF-UK.
UPF Chapters Observe World Interfaith Harmony Week 2015
UPF chapters organized observances of UN World Interfaith Harmony Week Feb. 1-7, 2015, including forums, ceremonies, rallies and other events.
World Interfaith Harmony Week Observed at the UN Headquarters in Austria
Vienna, Austria - Approximately 200 people observed World Interfaith Harmony Week by attending a conference at the Vienna headquarters of the United Nations.
Russian Ambassadors for Peace Try to Make Solidarity Real
Moscow, Russia - Russian Ambassadors for Peace wanted their discussions on Dec. 20, 2014, to make human solidarity more than just a beautiful slogan on International Human Solidarity Day.
Siberian Peace Council Marks Human Rights Day
Novosibirsk, Russia - The Siberian Peace Council celebrated Human Rights Day together with Russia’s Constitution Day at a special meeting.
Forum in Paris on Human Rights, Responsibilities for Peace
Paris, France - Commemorating Human Rights Day, UPF-France held a meeting on “Human Rights, Responsibilities for Peace: The Role of Civil Society in Peacebuilding” Dec. 13, 2014.