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IMAP Webinar: Experts Stress Need for Media Ethics
IMAP, United States – Two media experts addressed the need for ethical journalism and called for alliances to promote this goal in a webinar on October 28, 2025. The program, “Journalism, Free Speech and Media Bias in a Rapidly Changing World,” was organized by the International Media Association for Peace (IMAP), an affiliate of UPF-USA. The first speaker was Mr. Larry Moffitt , vice president and executive director of the Washington Times Foundation and secretary general o
Oct 28


UN at 80: Experts Call for Return to Founding Principles
New York, United States – In celebration of the United Nations' 80th anniversary, diplomats, experts, and NGOs convened on International UN Day, October 24, 2025, calling for a reinvigoration of the founding principles of the UN Charter: national sovereignty, human dignity, and the centrality of the family. The missions of Burundi and Djibouti co-sponsored the event at UN headquarters in New York, organized by C-Fam and Campaign Life Coalition, with support from UPF, the Aso
Oct 24


Faith Leaders in Washington D.C. Pray For Religious Freedom
Washington, D.C., United States – The Washington, D.C. chapter of UPF-USA joined with members of the “Peace Starts With Me Alliance,” including the FFWPU-Capital Family Church and American Clergy Leadership Conference (ACLC), in hosting a Religious Freedom Prayer Luncheon on October 16, 2025. Despite receiving only a week’s notice, 40 faith leaders and community leaders attended the prayer program, which was held in the Beech Room at The Washington Times building. Senior Pas
Oct 16


Vancouver Group Voices Concern over Attacks on Religion
Vancouver, Canada – A seminar on the theme “Religious Faith under Attack Worldwide” brought together a group of people who share a...
Sep 28


IAED Webinar: Building a Free, Fair and Just Global Economy
IAED, United States – Nine experts addressed the challenge of building a global economy that is fair, just and conducive to peace, in a...
Sep 27


Professional Women in Washington, D.C. Offer Peacebuilding Strategies
Washington, D.C., United States – The global faith community is experiencing a rise in hostility toward religion and in gun violence, resulting in fear, hatred and division. To counter this hostile climate and affirm the moral and spiritual values shared by all faith communities, the Washington D.C. Office of UPF-USA invited a group of peacemakers to the Washington Times building on September 27, 2025. The event marked the International Day of Peace, and adopted the UN theme
Sep 27


Cyclists, Walkers & Entertainers Enliven Montreal Peace Road
Montréal, Canada – On the warm and sunny morning of September 13, 2025, UPF-Quebec marked its 8 th annual Peace Road event in...
Sep 27


IMAP Webinar Offers Advice on Using Social Media
IMAP, United States – “Elevate Your Message: Mastering Social Media for Nonprofits” was the theme of the International Media Association...
Sep 23


NGO Committee at UN Calls for Dynamic Commitment to Peace
New York, United States –The NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns-NY (CSVGC-NY) celebrated the UN International Day of Peace on September 19, 2025, at the Church Center for the United Nations in New York; the event was co-sponsored by UPF. The program opened with a moment of silence, followed by a moving prayer for peace by Dr. Joni Carley , keeper of the sacred, global advisor on values-driven leadership and cultural development, and representative of P
Sep 19


UN Forum: Empowering Youth for a Culture of Peace
New York, United States – On September 2, 2025, the UN High-Level Forum on the Program of Action on the Culture of Peace 2025 took place...
Sep 2


Japanese Tea Ceremony Embodies Spirit of Peace
Washington, D.C., United States – UPF-USA hosted a Japanese tea ceremony and appointed Ms. Seemab Asif as an ambassador for peace on...
Aug 30


IMAP Panelists Address Peace and Democracy in Africa
Montreal, Canada – The International Media Association for Peace (IMAP) North America organized a webinar on August 26, 2025, on the...
Aug 26


Peacebuilding Seminar in Washington, DC is a Call to Action
Washington D.C., United States – UPF-IAPD held a one-day educational seminar “Act Now for Building Peace” at The Washington Times on...
Aug 19


Couples Awarded for “Excellence in Parenting” in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., United States – On July 26, 2025, UPF-USA organized a Parents Day celebration at The Washington Times building in...
Jul 26


American Women Call for Common Sense in Media
IMAP, United States – UPF and its media affiliate, the International Media Association for Peace (IMAP), on July 22, 2025 hosted a...
Jul 22


NGO Committee at UN Probes Consciousness, Science and Spirit
New York, United States – The NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns-New York (CSVGC-NY) organized a UN High-Level...
Jul 17


Vancouver Seminar Explores Principles of Conflict Resolution
Vancouver, Canada – Twenty lively UPF supporters participated in a seminar on conflict resolution held by UPF-Vancouver on June 29,...
Jun 29


UPF-Canada Honors Ambassadors for Peace
Montreal, Canada – UPF-Canada held its second annual appreciation luncheon for Ambassadors for Peace on May 24, 2025, at Hotel Ruby...
May 24


Diverse Traditions Unite at Buddhist Festival in Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada – On a beautiful spring day, May 4, 2025, on the lawn at the rear of the Vancouver City Hall, UPF Ambassadors for...
May 4


Researchers Explain the Impact of Family Policies on Birth Rates
New York, United States – A decline in birth rates is reported in many countries around the world, straining economic and social systems...
Apr 8
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