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The Resolution of International Conflicts and the Institutionalization of Peace Discussed at the 8th Annual Commemoration of HWPL's Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War

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Monday, March 18, 2024

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Since the creation and announcement of the DPCW on March 14, 2016, HWPL has held annual ceremonies to fulfill the institutionalization of peace.

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Since the creation and announcement of the DPCW on March 14, 2016, HWPL has held annual ceremonies to fulfill the institutionalization of peace.
This year, experts in politics, law, religion, education, media, women, and youth from all over the world joined together online and offline.
In particular, more than 10,000 HWPL members who attended the event filled the ceremony site location, keeping order according to the guidance.
As a result of HWPL peace efforts, a training course for journalists is planned to be held in 2024 in East Timor to raise public awareness of peace.

International Experts Gather to Discuss Institutionalizing Peace

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

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NEW YORK, March 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2023, conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas war, and numerous international disputes claimed the lives of more than 33,000 civilians and displaced millions. Recognizing this dire reality, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international non-governmental organization, held its 8th annual commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) on March 14th at its peace training institute in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The event theme was, "Building the Minds of Peace: Promoting Institutional Peace via Intercultural Dialogue and Understanding."

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Recognizing this dire reality, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international non-governmental organization, held its 8th annual commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) on March 14th at its peace training institute in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
The event theme was, "Building the Minds of Peace: Promoting Institutional Peace via Intercultural Dialogue and Understanding."
Since the DPCW's proclamation on March 14, 2016, HWPL has held annual commemorative ceremonies calling for the institutionalization of peace.
The ceremony included congratulatory speeches, remarks from various speakers, and performances depicting the journey of peace and the contents of the DPCW.

International Peace NGO Releases Statement on the Israel-Hamas War

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Israel-Hamas war, which began with the launch of thousands of rockets on October 7th, has resulted in thousands of deaths and is causing concerns over the possibility that the war could escalate into an international conflict. Several governments and international organizations have called for an end to conflict through official statements.

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On October 12th, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace NGO headquartered in South Korea and affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the Seoul Metropolitan Government, released a statement regarding the Israel-Hamas war.
This is HWPL's third official statement advocating peace, following the release of statements on the human rights crisis in Myanmar in March 2021 and on Russia-Ukraine War in February 2022.
On March 14, 2016, HWPL, together with international law experts from 15 countries, drafted and announced the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) for an international law for peace.
Through peace activities in more than 170 countries, HWPL is unveiling action plans to build a world of peace by establishing an institutional approach to peace in the international community and raising awareness regarding the importance of peace.

Thousands of Volunteers Unite for a Global Peace Event

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Sunday, September 24, 2023

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NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A world peace summit was held in South Korea from September 18th to 20th. Under the theme of "Implementation of Multidimensional Strategies for Institutional Peace," the event was hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace NGO affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the Department of Global Communications. With the help of 2,000 volunteers, HWPL prepared to welcome over 800 leaders from 121 countries representing diverse sectors, including politics, education, youth, women, media, and religion.

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Under the theme of "Implementation of Multidimensional Strategies for Institutional Peace," the event was hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace NGO affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the Department of Global Communications.
The broadcast media team consisting of 208 volunteers worked to capture and convey the essence of the summit to a global audience.
The security department also took steps to provide about 400 volunteers with continuous training and education for six months leading up to the event.
"All of these volunteers, driven by their passion for peace, are working tirelessly to support the peace summit, and their unwavering commitment is truly remarkable.

Global Peace Movement Marks a Decade of the Citizen-led Peacebuilding Efforts

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

ANAHEIM, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Officially named "HWPL's 10th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace and the Peace Walk," the global events are held by an international NGO, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council with the joint auspices of public and private organizations in different countries.

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Peace events that commemorate citizen-led peacebuilding efforts for a decade are organized in 126 locations across 77 countries in May.
Furthermore, stating that the decade of peacebuilding achieved millions of participants joining inter-religious dialogues, peace education, advocacy of peace to national leaders, network of youth in over 120 countries.
Additionally, they have organized various overseas commemorative events aimed at fostering peace within local communities around the world.
Membership registration, information about peace projects, and reading the full text of and supporting the DPCW are available on HWPL's official website at www.hwpl.kr .

HWPL New York Branch Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Times Square

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the New York branch of HWPL celebrated its 10th anniversary with a program followed by a peace walk in Times Square.

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NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the New York branch of HWPL celebrated its 10th anniversary with a program followed by a peace walk in Times Square.
HWPL is an international peace non-governmental organization affiliated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the Department of Global Communications.
The peace walk that concluded the festivities began near West 42nd Street and Broadway and ended in Father Duffy Square.
In recognition of its 10th anniversary, HWPL and partner organizations worldwide issued a joint statement to increase awareness of the need for peace and call for more participation in HWPL's Legislate Peace (LP) Project.

HWPL's 7th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

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"HWPL has been strengthening trust and communication with youth, women, and civil society around the world in solidarity through activities such as Legislate Peace Project, WARP Office, and Peace Education," Parekh said.

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"HWPL has been strengthening trust and communication with youth, women, and civil society around the world in solidarity through activities such as Legislate Peace Project, WARP Office, and Peace Education," Parekh said.
As the saying goes, love your neighbor as yourself, war will disappear only when there is love for each other.
Just as people learn when they have to create (something), peace must be taught at home and at school to create peace.
Let everyone in the global village become messengers of peace," Chairman Lee Man-hee of HWPL said.

1st National Peace Convention Held to Establish Unity for Peace in the Philippines

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Monday, January 30, 2023

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NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,500 peace advocates participated in the first national peace convention held in the Philippines on January 25th. Under the theme, "Peace Builds One Nation, One Future: Peace is Here," the event sought to create a roadmap toward attaining national unity and peace aligning with the agenda of the current administration.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,500 peace advocates participated in the first national peace convention held in the Philippines on January 25th.
Under the theme, "Peace Builds One Nation, One Future: Peace is Here," the event sought to create a roadmap toward attaining national unity and peace aligning with the agenda of the current administration.
"We want peace to reign in our country," said Dr. Adamat, the first Filipino recipient of the Mahatma MK Gandhi Prize for Non-Violent Peace.
The 92-year-old Korean war veteran, Chairman Lee Man-hee of Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), also attended the convention.

Documentary on International Cooperation for Peace in Mindanao Premieres in the Philippines

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A documentary was released and screened in the Philippines about the peacebuilding efforts in Mindanao. The film explores one of the world's longest conflicts that resulted in more than 120,000 deaths and left millions of people displaced.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A documentary was released and screened in the Philippines about the peacebuilding efforts in Mindanao.
HWPL's peace movement in the Philippines started when Chairman Lee Man-hee, a Korean war veteran and peace activist, visited Mindanao several times beginning in 2013.
HWPL peace initiatives include developing an international law for peace, interfaith dialogues and peace education.
"The establishment of peace in Mindanao was a global task and required constructive intervention from the international community," said an HWPL official.

HWPL Commemorates the 8th Anniversary of the September 18th HWPL World Peace Summit

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) commemorated the 8th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit on September 18. The event was titled, "Peace As An Institution: A Foundation for Sustainable Development." Participants included religious leaders and volunteers from the International Peace Youth Group and the International Women's Peace Group.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) commemorated the 8th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit on September 18.
Participants included religious leaders and volunteers from the International Peace Youth Group and the International Women's Peace Group.
The HWPL World Peace Summit was first held on September 18, 2014 to achieve world peace by building an alliance of religions and establishing an international law for peace.
He has proposed a framework for sustainable peace, including an international law for peace, harmony across religions, and peace education.