Selangor, Malaysia – Volunteers from UPF-Malaysia and the Women’s Federation for World Peace Malaysia visited the Ai Yi De Elderly Home in Selangor on February 7, 2026, to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a group of 20 elderly residents. The volunteers aimed to spread festive joy and remind the elderly that they are valued and remembered. The program began with welcoming remarks from the home’s caregiver, followed by messages of appreciation and encouragement from leader

Paris, France – Representatives of various religious traditions gathered in Paris on February 7, 2026, as part of World Interfaith Harmony Week. Their reflections on what unites humanity were portrayed in two powerful symbolic moments: a water ceremony to open the meeting and a light ceremony before its conclusion. Led by Mr. Patrick Jouan , vice president of UPF-France, the meeting took place in the small chapel of the Le Chantier Association. Participants were warmly welco

Lima, Peru – Under the patronage of Congressman Dr. Raul Huaman Coronado, UPF-Peru and the Interreligious Association for Peace and Development (IAPD) celebrated World Interfaith Harmony Week in the Sanchez Carrion Auditorium of the Peru Congress on February 6, 2026. Over 200 guests assembled to participate in the meeting, where former government ministers and invited experts and religious leaders shared their thoughts about the importance of understanding and cooperation b

Bratislava, Slovakia – For 15 years UPF-Slovakia has held events in support of Interfaith Harmony Week. This year's theme, “Seach for God,” drew great interest from faith leaders and audience alike. On February 5, 2026, 50 persons gathered at the Peace Embassy in Bratislava. Guests were invited to reflect on where to search for the Creator. Each religion offers different answers and tools, and the invited faith leaders gave answers according to their scriptures and personal

Stockholm, Sweden – An interfaith gathering on February 4, 2026, in Stockholm – designated by the United Nations as the International Day of Human Fraternity – celebrated that day and World Interfaith Harmony Week. Participants represented the Muslim, Catholic, Protestant, Scientology, and Family Federation traditions. Jointly arranged by UPF-Sweden and the Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP), the evening program underscored the importance of interreligious dialogue f

Amsterdam, Netherlands – Representatives of various religious groups gathered at the Scientology Chapel in Amsterdam on February 3, 2026, to observe World Interfaith Harmony Week. Under the theme, “Creating Sacred Space: Awakening the Heart,” several speakers presented their perspectives on the topic. Representing Scientology as the host of the event, Mr. Robert Kruijt warmly welcomed the guests, and stressed the importance of such interfaith meetings in order to understan

Prague, Czech Republic – For the thirteenth time, representatives of various religions gathered in Prague to commemorate World Interfaith Harmony Week, on February 3, 2026. This year’s meeting was hosted by the Community of Christians, under the theme, “The World is One Family.” The opening two songs performed by guitarist Mr. Jakub Slezák and singer Ms. Erika Lajdová set an uplifting atmosphere at the beginning. There were two panels: the first focused on interfaith dialogu

Washington, D.C.. United States – The International Religious Freedom Summit 2026 gathered the world’s top advocates for religious liberty in Washington, D.C. from February 1-3, 2026. For the third year in a row, Universal Peace Federation (UPF) and The Washington Times Foundation (TWTF) served as title partners for this event. The summit drew over 1600 participants from 87 countries, representing dozens of faiths and beliefs. Pastor Paula White-Cain, senior adviser at the

Copenhagen, Denmark – Religious leaders, human rights advocates, and peacebuilders gathered in Copenhagen to mark World Interfaith Harmony Week and promote cooperation for peace. UPF-Denmark, in cooperation with the European Muslim Initiative for Social Cohesion (EMISCO), Volunteer Ministers, and United for Human Rights, organized the event on February 1, 2026. Approximately 40 participants, including representatives of diverse religious traditions, human rights advocates an

Melbourne, Australia – To commemorate the UN International Day of Peaceful Coexistence, a high-level dialogue convened in Melbourne on January 31, 2026, brought together a distinguished group of leaders – former Afghan government officials, academics, peace practitioners, faith-based leaders, and representatives of Afghan, African, Iranian, and interfaith communities – to explore the role of diaspora communities as agents of peacebuilding. They focused particularly on Austra

Antipolo, Philippines – As part of a national Moral Recovery Program, UPF-Philippines and the Universal Principle Training Academy (UPTA) conducted a five-day workshop on the theme, "Personality Development and Family Values Enhancement: Building a Foundation for Moral Excellence." The workshop was held at FFWPU ATC training center in Antipolo City, Philippines, from January 27 to 31, 2026. A group of 38 participants led by Vice Mayor Gilbert Hermoso of Candelaria in Zamb

Puthukkudiyiruppu, Sri Lanka – Following the devastation caused by a cyclone in late November and early December 2025, UPF-Sri Lanka launched a relief initiative to support communities struggling to rebuild their lives. From January 26 to 31, 2026, food aid was distributed to 266 families across 14 villages in the Puthukkudiyiruppu area within the Mullaitivu District. The distribution efforts were significantly bolstered by on-the-ground support of coordinators from the o