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Russian Mothers’ Day Celebrations Uplift Families
Vladivostok, Russia – UPF-Russia representatives took part in Mother's Day celebrations in different cities on the weekend of November 29-30, 2025. Traditionally, Mothers’ Day in Russia is celebrated on the last Sunday of November, as a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the love, care, and selfless devotion of mothers. On November 30, a “Happy Mom” family festival took place in the welcoming House with Ice curling center in Vladivostok. Ms. Maria Sergienko , representing
Nov 30, 2025


Experts Review Second World Summit on Social Development
New York, United States – The NGO Committee on the Family, NY – of which UPF is an executive member – held a virtual program on November 20, 2025, to review the Second World Summit for Social Development held in Doha, Qatar, from November 4-6. The summit aimed to address the largely poor progress in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The expert panel had a special interest in the degree to which the family could potentially accelerate the attainment of Ag
Nov 20, 2025


New Zealand Community Celebrates Youth and Family
Aukland, New Zealand – The third annual Youth and Family Peace Day, sponsored by UPF-New Zealand and partner organizations on November 8, 2025, brought together over 150 participants from diverse cultural, faith, and community groups. Held at the Due Drop Event Centre, the program featured keynote messages, family-strengthening presentations, youth-focused breakout activities, and interfaith blessings promoting inclusivity and unity. Two MCs hosted the program, representing
Nov 8, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Bangkok Conference Focuses on Benefits of Family Life
Bangkok, Thailand – On July 15-16, 2025, UPF-Thailand, represented by Secretary General Mr. Kamol Thananopavarn and Office Head Mrs....
Jul 16, 2025


Argentinian Couples Recognized for 25 Years of Marriage
Santiago del Estero, Argentina – UPF-Argentina and the TRAEER Association co-hosted an event on June 5, 2025, at which seven couples who...
Jun 26, 2025


Albania Celebrates Parents as Purveyors of Spiritual Values
Shkodër, Albania – In celebration of the Global Day of Parents, the Shkodër Regional Peace Council held a special reception at the Hotel...
Jun 3, 2025


Insights and Inspiration Uplift Families at UK Day of Families Event
London, United Kingdom – Families from diverse backgrounds joined a heartwarming event in London on May 31, 2025, to honor the vital...
May 31, 2025


Professionals and Public Join Thai Webinar on the Family
Bangkok, Thailand – More than 500 participants joined an online program, hosted by UPF-Thailand, to mark the UN International Day of...
May 27, 2025


Family Day Event in Aukland Features Youth Empowerment
Aukland, New Zealand – Celebrating the UN Day of Families, UPF-New Zealand held an event on May 24, 2025, at the Kelston Community...
May 24, 2025


Project Hope Receives UPF-Albania Award on Day of Families
Shkodër, Albania – In celebration of the International Day of Families, UPF-Albania, collaborating with the Shkodër Regional Peace...
May 16, 2025


Italian Webinar Examines Digital Media Impacts on the Family
Rome, Italy – To mark both the International Day of Families and World Press Freedom Day, UPF-Italy joined the International Media...
May 15, 2025


African Interparliamentary Network to Codify Core Values
Entebbe, Uganda – UPF-Africa participated in the Third African Regional Interparliamentary Conference in Entebbe from May 9-11, 2025....
May 11, 2025


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, 2025


Panelists Discuss Protecting Children from Online Harm
IMAP-North America – In a webinar on March 25, 2025, the International Media Association for Peace (IMAP) discussed the importance of...
Mar 25, 2025


Family-centered Initiative at UN Addresses Social Ills
New York, United States – UPF’s Office of the Family sponsored an event, “Failing Our Children, Eroding Our Society: Family-centered...
Mar 12, 2025


Peace Education Seminar Reaches 20 Asia-Pacific Nations
Bangkok, Thailand – Viewers all across the region joined two sessions of an online peace education seminar hosted by UPF-Asia Pacific on...
Nov 9, 2024


Bolivian Town Honors Families on Global Day of Parents
Corocoro, Bolivia – About 150 participants joined UPF-Bolivia in the small town of Corocoro on the Andean Plateau, to celebrate the...
Jun 3, 2024


Argentinian Couples Demonstrate Enduring Love
Buenos Aires, Argentina – Juan Pan Peralta and Florencia Méndez Trongé have been married for 36 years; they have 12 children and 8...
May 29, 2024
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