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French Academics Debate the Future of the United Nations
Paris, France – To mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, a conference was held on November 7, 2025, at the headquarters of UPF-France at Espace Barrault in Paris. Under the theme “At 80 – What Future for the United Nations?” the event was dedicated to examining the organization’s founding principles, its evolving objectives, and its prospects in a rapidly transforming global context. Eighty years after the adoption of the San Francisco Charter, mul
Nov 7


Practical Approaches to Peacemaking Stir Interest in France
Rennes, France – To mark the UN International Day of Peace, UPF-France, together with Association Ubuntu and several peace ambassadors,...
Sep 21


Paris Conference on Korean Thought Sparks Wide Interest
Paris, France – Reflecting the growing international interest in all things Korean, UPF-France held a conference on June 7, 2025 at...
Jun 7


Interfaith Francophone Group Explores Theme of Gratitude
Paris, France – With the theme “Let's Be Grateful," UPF-France’s Dialogue & Alliance Circle held an online and in-person interfaith...
Nov 24, 2024


French Seminar Explores How Values Shape a Culture of Peace
Paris, France – On September 21, 2024, UPF-France celebrated the UN International Day of Peace with a seminar on “Values and the Culture...
Sep 21, 2024


French and UK Peacemakers Mark Channel Tunnel’s 30 Years
Calais, France and Dover, United Kingdom – On August 24, 2024, two groups of UPF peace ambassadors and volunteers simultaneously...
Aug 25, 2024


French Seminar Probes Origins of Conflict, Hope for Peace
Paris, France – Despite the two wars now raging in Europe and the Middle East, people still hope ‘‘to save succeeding generations from...
Jun 8, 2024


Delegates to UNESCO in Paris Share Views on Peace Education
Paris, France – Peace education is critical in a world plagued by conflicts, and women play an essential role in providing that...
Mar 21, 2024


Francophone Interfaith Circle Explores the Role of Women
Paris, France – To mark International Women's Day, the Dialogue & Alliance francophone interfaith circle held its monthly meeting on...
Mar 10, 2024


Paris Conference Clarifies the Essence of Education for Sustainable Peace
Paris, France – The United Nations has designated January 24 as International Day of Education, and the theme for 2024 was "Learning for...
Jan 24, 2024


Francophone Group Finds Gratitude in Scripture
Paris, France—"Cultivating Gratitude" was the theme of the 30th scriptural sharing.
Oct 21, 2023


UPF-France Honors UN International Day of Peace with Program Dedicated to Afghanistan
Paris, France—UPF co-sponsored an International Day of Peace event together with the Afghan Peace Dialogue organization. The conference,...
Sep 21, 2023


French Scripture Study Focuses on Forgiveness
Paris, France—The meeting commemorated both International Day of Peace and International Forgiveness Day.
Sep 16, 2023


French AfPs Honor UPF Founder’s Memory
Paris, France—“Hope Stronger Than Ever” was the theme of the commemoration.
Sep 1, 2023


UPF-France Hosts Interdenominational Discussion
Paris, France—“Blessed Are Those Who Mourn” was the theme of the 28th Francophone Scriptural Sharing. For the latest in the series of...
Aug 26, 2023


Peace Road Event Held at French-Belgian Border
Wattrelos, France—A large park on the border between France and Belgium was the setting for a Peace Road event. In Wattrelos, a...
Aug 18, 2023


UPF-France Holds Scripture Reading on Topic of Humility
Paris, France—The 27th interfaith scriptural sharing had participants from many Francophone nations.
Jul 22, 2023


UPF-France Interfaith Exchange Views Vulnerability as Strength, Not Weakness
Paris, France—"Vulnerable But Strong?" was the theme of the 26th interconfessional meeting.
Jun 18, 2023


UPF-France Supports Afghan Association
UPF was represented at a conference at the National Assembly about the situation of Afghans.
May 24, 2023


UPF-France Seeks Empathy in Scriptures
Paris, France—The 25th Francophone Scriptural Sharing focused on "Cultivating Empathy." The meeting on May 21, 2023, was the latest in a...
May 20, 2023
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