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As an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, the Universal Peace Federation promotes interfaith understanding, sustainable development, strengthening of marriage and family, mediation of conflict, the empowerment of women and the revitalization of the UN. UPF supports the goals of the UN with programs on occasions such as:
- World Interfaith Harmony Week (first week of February)
- International Women's Day (March 8)
- International Day of Families (May 15)
- Global Day of Parents (June 1)
- International Day of Peace (September 21)
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UN Day for Tolerance Celebrated in Russia
- Friday, November 15, 2013
Related to the UN International Day for Tolerance, Nov. 16, lessons about tolerance were taught at a school in Ryazan, and polls and role-playing experiences gave insights into tolerance in Novosibirsk.
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United Nations Day Observed in Georgia and Russia
- Wednesday, October 24, 2012
UPF organized observances of UN Day, Oct. 24, 2012, in Georgia and Russia to publicize the aims and achievements of the United Nations.
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UPF-Georgia Observes United Nations Day
- Thursday, October 24, 2013
Tbilisi, Georgia - UPF-Georgia commemorated United Nations Day—the anniversary of the adoption of the Charter of the United Nations—at several educational events for students in the capital, Tbilisi, in October.
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UN Day Celebrated in Moscow and Novosibirsk
- Thursday, October 24, 2013
UPF-Russia organized celebrations of United Nations Day, Oct. 24, in Moscow and Novosibirsk. This annual commemoration reminds the global community of the huge contributions that the United Nations has made to preserving peace and supporting common progress. In 2013, Russians acutely recognized the important role of the UN especially during this year’s crises on the neighboring Korean peninsula and in Syria.
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UN Day of Friendship Observed in 3 Nations
- Monday, July 30, 2012
UPF chapters in Argentina, Paraguay and Russia organized celebrations of the International Day of Friendship, July 30, 2012, established last year by the UN.
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Volunteer Day Celebrated in Pakistan
- Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Multan, Pakistan - On December 5, the Society for the Promotion of Education and Awareness (SEAP Pakistan) in collaboration with UPF and Religious Youth Service commemorated International Volunteer Day, celebrating their commitment and hope for a better world.
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World Day of Cultural Diversity Celebrated in Russia
- Tuesday, May 21, 2013
The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, May 21, 2013, was observed at an international concert for veterans in Siberia and a lesson about Azerbaijani culture in Russia's Far East.
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Earth Day Lessons Taught in Far East Russia
- Monday, April 22, 2013
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.
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Human Rights Day Commemorated in the Peruvian Congress
- Friday, December 7, 2012
Lima, Peru - UPF-Peru organized a commemoration of Human Rights Day in the Peruvian Congress on December 7, co-sponsored by Congressman Dr. Yonhy Lescano Ancieta.
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World Water Day Celebrated in the Russian Far East
- Friday, March 22, 2013
Khabarovsk, Russia - World Water Day was the theme of lessons conducted by UPF activists at gymnasium №8 in Khabarovsk on March 22, 2013.
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UPF-Georgia Observes UN Day to End Racial Discrimination
- Thursday, March 21, 2013
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.
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International Day of Friendship Celebrated in Asuncion
- Monday, July 30, 2012
Asuncion, Paraguay - UPF-Paraguay organized a celebration of the International Day of Friendship, July 30, with the founder of the day, Dr. Artemio Bracho, as the featured speaker. As a result of his efforts of 54 years, the UN General Assembly passed a resolution on May 3, 2011 establishing this international day.
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UPF-Russia Honors UN Decade for the Rapprochement of Cultures
- Saturday, December 21, 2013
Moscow, Russia - About 95 people gathered for a conference on "Russia towards the UN International Decade for the Rapprochement of Cultures" held in Moscow’s National Hotel Dec. 21. Scholars, government officials and NGO leaders proposed ways to work together during the coming Year of Culture declared by the Russian Federation in a framework of promoting a culture of volunteerism, family culture and a culture of peace.
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Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Marked by Forum in Sydney
- Saturday, June 26, 2010
Sydney, Australia - To commemorate the UN International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Drug Free Australia, UPF and the Women’s Federation for World Peace sponsored a forum in Sydney June 20, 2010.
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Human Rights Day 2011 Observed by 4 UPF Chapters
- Saturday, December 10, 2011
UPF chapters in Germany, Italy, Nepal and the UK organized programs on to commemorate Human Rights Day, Dec. 10, 2011.
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UPF Chapters Observe UN International Day for Tolerance
- Saturday, November 16, 2013
UPF chapters in Azerbaijan, Estonia, Georgia and Russia organized educational programs in a variety of settings related to the UN International Day for Tolerance, Nov. 16.
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UPF-Moscow Commemorates International Day of Solidarity
- Thursday, December 20, 2012
Moscow, Russia - The UN International Solidarity Day was observed in Moscow on Dec. 20, 2012.
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Siberia Marks Human Rights Day and Constitution Day
- Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Novosibirsk, Russia - If citizens were well aware of the Constitution of Russia and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, life would be considerably improved. With this conviction, UPF-Siberia organized a program on December 12 commemorating both Human Rights Day and Constitution Day.
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Human Rights Day Commemorated in Prague
- Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Prague, Czech Republic - UPF-Czech Republic held a conference commemorating UN Human Rights Day at the European House in Prague on December 12.
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World Water Day in Buenos Aires: Life and Peace in 'Your Home'
- Thursday, March 22, 2012
Buenos Aires, Argentina - With the motto “Life and Peace in 'Your Home,'” UPF-Argentina celebrated UN World Water Day on March 22, 2012.
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Combatting HIV/AIDS on UN Day in Tbilisi
- Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Tbilisi, Georgia - UPF organized two events in collaboration with the United Nations office in Tbilisi to commemorate UN Day: educational activities for school students and a conference on combating HIV/AIDS.
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Human Rights Day Observed in Nepal
- Saturday, December 10, 2011
Gorkha, Nepal - In commemoration of International Human Rights Day, December 10, UPF-Nepal invited officials, educators, and community leaders in the Gorkha District to a seminar about developments in Nepal's transition from a monarchy to a constitutional republic.
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“Spirit of the UN Award” Recognizes Exceptional United Nations Officials
- Monday, October 21, 2013
New York, USA - H.E. U. Joy Ogwu, Permanent Representative of Nigeria received a “Spirit of the UN” Award during the Week of Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns, Oct. 21, 2013.
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UN Day Observed in Russian Cities
- Wednesday, October 24, 2012
UPF-Russia organized forums and round-table discussions in Moscow and several other cities commemorating UN Day on October 24, the anniversary of the adoption of the UN Charter in 1945.
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