Seoul, South Korea – From August 5 to 8, 2025, the Universal Peace Federation hosted the Interfaith Leadership Conference under the...

As the Universal Peace Federation marks the 50th day of its 100-Day Campaign for Peace leading to the UN International Day of Peace on...

On Nelson Mandela International Day, UPF joins the global community in honoring the life and legacy of a leader whose commitment to...

On the International Day of Hope , the Universal Peace Federation joins the world community in affirming the profound role of hope in...

On the International Day of Parliamentarism, the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) joins the global community in honoring the vital role...

Eighty years ago this month, the Charter of the United Nations was signed in San Francisco, turning the page on decades of war and offering hope for a better future. For 80 years the United Nations has stood as the highest expression of our hopes for international cooperation, and as the fullest embodiment of our aspiration to end the “scourge of war.” Even in a world steeped in cynicism, this is a milestone worth acknowledging. The United Nations remains the only organizatio

The Universal Peace Federation (UPF), an NGO in general consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, stands...

New York, United States – The Universal Peace Federation (UPF) expresses deep concern over the recent escalation of hostilities between...

Today, June 13, 2025, marks the beginning of a journey – a 100-day campaign of hope, unity, and unwavering purpose, leading to the United...

The Universal Peace Federation (UPF) proudly joins the global community in celebrating World Oceans Day on June 8, 2025, held under the...

Africa Day 2025 Celebration – Mvezo-Komkulu, South Africa Your Royal Highnesses, Nkosi ZMD Mandela Esteemed Members of the Royal House of Mandela, Honourable Elders, Distinguished Guests, And most of all, the vibrant youth of Africa, I virtually stand before you today in the sacred village of Mvezo-Komkulu, not only with great humility but with a deep sense of reverence — reverence for the memory of Nelson Mandela, the father of this land, and for the vision of Africa rising.

The Universal Peace Federation warmly congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV and celebrates the inspiring message of peace, dialogue,...

His Holiness Pope Francis greets Dr. Tageldin I. Hamad during a private audience at the Vatican in 2019 Washington, DC, United States –...

Seoul, South Korea – World Summit 2025 was held in Seoul, Republic of Korea, from April 10 to 13 under the theme “Contemporary Challenges to World Order: Establishing a New Era of Peace and Prosperity.” In many ways, this Summit marked a departure for UPF. While previous summits have hosted international academic conferences, interreligious assemblies and the Sun Hak Peace Prize awards, this summit also featured the participation of intergovernmental bodies, such as FOPREL

Seoul, South Korea – Three problem-solvers who are creatively and successfully tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges were...

Seoul, South Korea – Two experts on climate change and the environment addressed a breakout session on environmental issues during the...

Seoul, South Korea – An upbeat and inspiring program, hosted by the International Association of First Ladies for Peace (IAFLP), brought...

Seoul, South Korea – Speakers from the Asia Pacific region and beyond gave their perspectives on the creation of an Asia Pacific Union...

Seoul, South Korea – World Summit 2025 opened at the Lotte World Hotel in Seoul on April 11, bringing together political and religious...

Dear Respected Ambassadors for Peace, As we turn the page on an eventful 2024, I extend to you my deepest gratitude for your dedication...