Sydney, Australia  – UPF-Australia held a meaningful Ambassador for Peace meeting at its Peace Embassy in Sydney on March 30, 2026, bringing together leaders, guests and community members committed to building a more peaceful world. The program focused on practical approaches to peace through interfaith understanding, community wellbeing and youth service. The meeting began with participants offering prayers according to their own faith traditions, reflecting the spirit of un

Voronezh, Russia  – In preparation for the upcoming Earth Day, a series of environmental education activities were held in Voronezh and across the Voronezh Region. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about ecological responsibility and inspire young people to take care of the environment in their daily lives. On March 16, an interactive eco-games session was organized at Secondary School No. 47 in Voronezh, bringing together around 60 students. The event was organized by

Rathnapura District, Sri Lanka  – The Vevegananda School in Nopareil, Baladgod, perched high on a wooded mountainside, is known as the most beautiful, and one of the most remote, schools in Sri Lanka. UPF-Sri Lanka and the Religious Youth Service (RYS) chose this isolated location to carry out a youth leadership service project under the theme “Empowering Minds, Enriching Futures.” Under the leadership of the RYS national coordinator, Mr. Pulinda Prabath, the program took pl

Melbourne, Australia  – An online book launch on February 11, 2026, marked the release of “Living with Purpose – 3 Pillars of Wellbeing, Positive Relationships, and a Sustainable and Peaceful Future,” published by UPF-Australia and the International Association of Academicians for Peace Oceania. The book aligns with many of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Academics, researchers, educators and community leaders from across Australia and beyond gathered to cel

London, United Kingdom  – Surveys have shown that 1 in 4 people in England experience a mental health challenge each year. With this reality in mind, UPF-UK held its Second Mental Health Awareness Event on January 30, 2026, focusing on “Dealing with Depression: A Journey of Understanding and Hope.” The event aimed to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and create a safe, supportive space for learning, dialogue, and community connection. The program opened with a UPF introduction

January 24 marks the International Day of Education , established by United Nations General Assembly Resolution 73/25 in 2018. Each year, this observance invites the global community to reflect on education as a foundation for personal integrity, social cohesion, and sustainable peace. The Universal Peace Federation ( UPF ) understands education not merely as a technical system of instruction, but as a formative process that shapes character, values, and social responsibility

Honiara, Solomon Islands  – In solidarity with UPF’s global campaign, ”100 Days of Harmony and Hope” which ended on February 1, 2026, a Hyojeong Character Education training program was held for school leaders and teachers of the New Hope Academy in Honiara, Solomon Islands, from January 12-16, 2026, with follow-up implementation discussions from January 19-22, 2026. In a country with a median age of 21.8 years, the New Hope Academy school community recognizes that efforts to

UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference , held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from October 30 to November 13, 2025, marks an opportunity for global dialogue on education, culture, and ethics in the digital age. Gathering representatives of 195 member states outside Paris for the first time in nearly four decades, the conference underscores the value of intercultural understanding at a time when technology is reshaping societies faster than human consciousness can adapt.  Samarkand, a his

The Universal Peace Federation (UPF), founded by Dr. Hak Ja Han  and the late Rev. Sun Myung Moon , an NGO in General Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council ( ECOSOC ), extends its greetings to all participants of the Second World Summit for Social Development ( SWSSD 2025 ), held in Doha from November 4 to 6, 2025. Marking the thirtieth anniversary of the 1995 Copenhagen World Summit for Social Development , this gathering reaffirms the globa

Moscow, Russia  – On October 13, 2025, a roundtable titled “Global Initiatives of BRICS+ Countries in the Fields of Economy, New Technologies, Culture, and Education” was held at the State Duma of the Russian Federation. The event was organized within the framework of the BRICS Cultural Media Forum in partnership with the Moscow branch of UPF. The session was moderated by Mr. Sergey Dvoryanov , president of the international club Amicability, who is an expert in international

Chonburi, Thailand  – Every year UPF-Thailand organizes nationwide events, supported by the Ministry of Education and the Thai...

Chisinau, Moldova  – Stories, crafts and games delighted dozens of children and their families at UPF-Moldova’s outdoor celebration of...

Washington D.C., United States  – UPF-IAPD held a one-day educational seminar “Act Now for Building Peace” at The Washington Times on...

IMAP, United States  – UPF and its media affiliate, the International Media Association for Peace (IMAP), on July 22, 2025 hosted a...

Voronezh, Russia  – In Orlyonok city park on July 12, 2025, an eco-game event titled “Make Green Choices!” was held as part of...

Chișinău, Moldova  – On July 6, 2025, UPF-Moldova, together with Youth and Students for Peace, participated in DemFest Moldova 2025...

Camalig, Philippines  – The Nurturing Child’s Talents (NCT) project in Camalig, Albay Province offered vocational and livelihood training...

Monrovia, Liberia  – In collaboration with the National Association of Social Workers of Liberia, UPF-Liberia celebrated the Global Day...

Bangkok, Thailand  – More than 500 participants joined an online program, hosted by UPF-Thailand, to mark the UN International Day of...

Kathmandu, Nepal  – UPF-Nepal celebrated the UN International Day of Families on May 27, 2025 at Miniland English Secondary School in...