UN International Day of Peace 2008
The UN's theme for the International Day of Peace in 2008 was "Human Rights and Peacekeeping." For a PowerPoint overview of UPF observances, click here.
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Day of Peace in Phnom Penh
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Phnom Penh, Cambodia - About a hundred university students attended an International Day of Peace celebration.
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Day of Peace in Taipei
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Taipei, Taiwan - At gatherings for meditation and prayers for peace in four cities, people signed the Peace Declaration.
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Day of Peace in Ukraine
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Ukraine - International Day of Peace activities in several cities of Ukraine included a parade, crafts, games, songs, films, and a friendly football match.
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Day of Peace in Prague
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Prague, Czech Republic - A celebration took place with the theme, "When we change, the world changes."
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Day of Peace in Tallinn
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Tallinn, Estonia - A presentation addressed the topic "Where does peace start from?"
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Day of Peace in Vienna
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Vienna, Austria - A variety of religious and cultural traditions gave a global atmosphere to the Day of Peace.
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Day of Peace in Quito
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Quito, Ecuador - Diplomats and educators, civic, and NGO leaders attended a celebration at the National Congress.
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Day of Peace in Tbilisi
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Tbilisi, Georgia - Orphans and displaced Abkhazia children participated in arts, games, contests, and sports during a day dedicated to peace.
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Day of Peace in Wisconsin, USA
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Madison, Wisconsin, USA - The bright autumn day was a perfect setting for the International Day of Peace Rally at the state capitol.
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Day of Peace in São Paulo
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
São Paulo, Brazil - Representatives of many sectors of society came together to call for peace.
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Day of Peace in Tegucigalpa
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Tegucigalpa, Honduras - Leaders from all aspects of society celebrated peace together.
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Day of Peace Observed in Kabul
- Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Kabul, Afghanistan - Two International Day of Peace celebrations emphasized the role of youth.
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Day of Peace in Slovakia
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Bratislava & Dunajska Luzna, Slovakia - Students in two schools created post cards on the theme of peace.
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Day of Peace in the Dominican Republic
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Higuey, Dominican Republic - A thousand people celebrated the International Day of Peace at the National University.
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In the News: Ban Ki-moon Rings in International Day of Peace
- Friday, September 19, 2008
New York, New York - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon kicked off the 2008 celebration of the International Day of Peace with a traditional peace bell ringing ceremony on Sept. 23, 2008.
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Day of Peace in Sri Lanka
- Friday, September 19, 2008
Colombo, Sri Lanka - School children participated in a talent competition on the theme of peace.
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Day of Peace in the Marshall Islands
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Majuro, Marshall Islands - Micronesian Traditional Chiefs honored the International Day of Peace at their convention.
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In the News: Documentary about the International Day of Peace Released
- Thursday, July 17, 2008
The UN Department of Public Information announced the release of "The Day after Peace," a documentary film about the International Day of Peace by Jeremy Giles.
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Day of Peace in St. Kitts & Nevis
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis - The International Day of Peace was celebrated with singers, bands, and an all-night vigil.
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Day of Peace in the Netherlands
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
The Netherlands - The International Day of Peace was observed at several events throughout the Netherlands.
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International Day of Peace 2008 Celebrated in 58 Nations
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
UPF chapters organized celebrations of the UN International Day of Peace, Sept. 21, 2008, in 58 nations. The UN set the theme for 2008 as "Human Rights and Peacekeeping."
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Day of Peace in St. Lucia
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
St. Lucia - “What can we do to promote world peace?” “Go home and love your family!”
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Day of Peace in Tonga
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Nukuʻalofa, Tonga - A forum about the International Day of Peace was aired on TV.
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South East Asian Leaders Celebrate International Day of Peace
- Sunday, September 21, 2008
Bangkok, Thailand - The International Day of Peace was celebrated at a conference with participants from 18 countries.
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