Tsaghkadzor, Armenia – A Peace Road hiking program in Armenia drew participants aged 11 to 54, despite the challenging route to the summit of Mount Teghenis at 2,851 meters above sea level. The hike took place on September 26, 2026, organized by UPF-Armenia and the Family Federation for World Peace. For most participants this was a new adventure, as only six had previous hiking experience. Nevertheless, everyone successfully completed the approximately 20-kilometer route, wit

New Delhi, India – In an innovative approach to peace education, the Peace Club of Mata Sundri College for Women at the University of Delhi in New Delhi, in collaboration with UPF-India, commemorated the UN International Day of Peace on September 21, 2026, by organizing a solution-oriented challenge for students titled “The Peace Court: Youth Dialogue, Argumentation and Solution-Oriented Competition." The event commenced with a warm welcome ceremony for the distinguished gu

IAACP, United States – In times of trouble and turmoil, music has a powerful ability to comfort and console people, regardless of their background. To illustrate this capacity, the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) held a webinar featuring three artists who have used music to overcome adversity. The program was held on September 24, 2026, on the theme “Music as a Healing Agent.” The global director of IAACP, Mr. David Eaton, gave a short introd

South and Central America – An online convocation for young artists and cultural leaders featured artist professionals as speakers, and attracted over 100 participants on September 17, 2026. The program, “From Barriers to Bridges: Challenges and Contributions of the Arts and Culture from Latin America” was organized by UPF-Latin America and the Caribbean and the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP). This program was part of UPF’s outreach to promote

New York, United States – The Geneva Consensus Declaration on Women’s Health and Protection of the Family (GCD) was launched in 2020 under U.S. leadership, with five co-sponsoring nations. The Geneva Consensus Declaration Coalition (GCDC) brings together nations and nongovernmental organizations committed to advancing women’s health, protecting the family, affirming the dignity of every human life, and upholding each country’s sovereign right to establish its own family-relat

London, United Kingdom – Artists, poets, writers, filmmakers and cultural leaders came together at UPF headquarters in London on September 23, 2026, for an evening devoted to exploring how arts, culture and storytelling can help build a more peaceful and understanding world. Hosted by the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP-UK), the event commemorated the UN International Day of Peace and reflected its 2026 theme, “Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Eve

IMAP, United States – The International Media Association for Peace (IMAP), a UPF project, held its monthly webinar on September 22, 2026, titled “Women’s Journey on the Road to Peace.” Following the United Nations International Day of Peace on September 21, the program brought together three accomplished women to discuss how women's voices, leadership and service can contribute to peacebuilding in families, communities and nations. The first speaker was Ms. Cindy Pfeiffer, c

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Beltei International University in Phnom Penh served as the host and the venue for a seminar on "Character Education and International Day of Peace" on September 21, 2026, organized by UPF-Cambodia and the International Association of Youth and Students for Peace (IAYSP). The event brought together over 600 distinguished guests, educators, youth representatives and peace advocates to commemorate the International Day of Peace. The seminar emphasized tha

Yaoundé, Cameroon – An event to mark the UN International Day of Peace was held in the legislative chamber of the National Assembly of Cameroon on September 21, 2026. The opening ceremony was conducted by Hon. Meboka Muyali Marie Boya, vice president of the National Assembly, an Ambassador for Peace who represented the president at the ceremony. Hon. Brigitte Emabot, president of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) Cameroon, delivered the welco

Budapest, Hungary – UPF-Hungary and the Women's Federation for World Peace (WFWP) jointly commemorated the UN International Day of Peace on September 21, 2026, with an online program entitled "The Barriers to Peace in the 21st Century." The aim was to raise awareness of the tasks that lie ahead in the journey to create peace. As an ice-breaker, Ms. Zsófia Bendzsa, representing the young generation, conducted a fun quiz to test participants’ knowledge of the International Day

Bratislava, Slovakia – This year UPF-Slovakia’s commemoration of the International Day of Peace included a celebration to mark five years since the opening of its Peace Embassy in Bratislava in 2021. The hall was packed to capacity on September 21, 2026, with guests who came to mark the day and congratulate UPF on its anniversary. The event was moderated by Mr. Viktor Bujnovsky, secretary general of UPF-Slovakia, who welcomed the more than 100 guests. Member of Parliament Mr.

Düsseldorf, Germany – How can individuals help shape a culture of peace? UPF-Düsseldorf addressed this question at a special event on September 21, 2026, at its headquarters. “Peace Starts with Me – How a Global Culture of Peace Develops from Personal Action” was the theme of the event, timed to celebrate the UN International Day of Peace and connected with its motto: “Investing in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere and Every Day.” The focus was on active commitment to a sustai