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In Memoriam: Baroness Margaret Thatcher
April 8, 2013
It was with deep regret that UPF learned of the passing on April 8 of UK's renowned former Prime Minister and dear friend Baroness Thatcher, after a stroke. We join with so many others around the nation and the entire world in mourning her passing and expressing our heartfelt condolences to her family.
International Women's Day Observed in London
March 13, 2013
London, UK - An observance of UN International Women's Day 2013 was organized by the Universal Peace Federation and its friends and supporting organizations on March 13 in the House of Commons, hosted by Mr. Virendra Sharma MP.
M. Braybrooke: Address to World Summit 2013
February 24, 2013
Commentary on the contribution of Interfaith work
UPF-UK Peace Council Holds Annual Meeting
December 8, 2012
London, UK - The UPF-UK Annual Peace Council meeting on December 8 was a full day of the ideals and values as expressed by European UPF Chairman Dr. Yong Cheon Song and UK UPF-Chairman Jack Corley. Mark Brann, UPF-Europe Secretary General, summarized developments worldwide especially reporting on the development of the European Leadership Conference series and the North Korean Medical Project.
Youth Interfaith Council Launched in the UK
November 28, 2012
London, UK - A splendid event in the British House of Lords launched a Youth Interfaith Council on November 28. The 56 attendees included two members of the House of Lords, youth activists, and some people who were attending their first interfaith gathering.
Walking the Pilgrim Way to Raise Funds for Africa
October 23, 2012
Canterbury, UK - "After 8 days finally reached Canterbury Cathedral!" Ashley Crosthwaite tweeted after a 140-mile trek in rain and sunshine from Winchester Cathedral to the historic pilgrimage destination of Canterbury to raise awareness and funds for charitable projects in Africa.
Day of Peace Commemorated in the Scottish Parliament
September 12, 2012
Edinburgh, Scotland - "The Way to Permanent Peace" was the theme of a meeting in the Scottish Parliament on September 12 in commemoration of the International Day of Peace.
Youth Achievement Awards Presented in the House of Commons
July 3, 2012
London, UK - The annual Youth Achievement Award Ceremony of UPF and the Women's Federation for World Peace in the UK took place July 3, 2012 at the House of Commons.
London Conference on Protecting the Unempowered and Dispossessed
June 16, 2012
London, UK - A European Leadership Conference in London June 15-17 considered "Human Rights and the Protection of the Un-Empowered and the Dispossessed." Distinguished delegates from many European countries were in attendance.
Africa Day Forum Held in the House of Lords
May 24, 2012
London, UK - A day before Africa Day (May 25), UPF-UK organized an engaging discussion in the House of Lords about peace, security, and development in Africa.
Day of Families Observed in London
May 15, 2012
London, UK - The UN International Day of the Family was commemorated in the House of Lords on May 15.
International Women's Day Commemorated in London
March 12, 2012
London, UK - In Committee Room 4 of the House of Lords, Baroness Sandip Verma hosted the 2012 celebration of UN International Women's Day on March 12 organized by UPF UK and its partners, Women's Federation for World Peace and the Association for the Development of Mongolian Women in Europe.
London Human Rights Forum: How Far Have We Progressed?
December 10, 2011
London, UK - UPF-Europe organized an International Leadership Conference in London December 8-10 on the theme 'Commemorating Human Rights Day 2011: How Far Have We Progressed?'
Marriage and Family Seminar in Edinburgh
November 20, 2011
Edinburgh, Scotland - UPF-Scotland held a “Marriage and Family” seminar at the Radisson Hotel, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, on November 20, with panelists from several faith traditions.
Shree Kumar Swamiji Appointed Ambassador for Peace
November 15, 2011
London, UK - His Holiness Brahmrishi Shree Kumar Swamiji was presented with an Ambassador for Peace certificate by the Universal Peace Federation-UK on November 15. The Hindu leader was on a visit to the UK during the UK's Interfaith Week.
Concern in London for the Street Children of Ulaan Baatar
October 14, 2011
London, UK - An October 14 event in the House of Lords called attention to the plight of the street children in Ulaan Baatar, the capital of Mongolia, during the winter.
Day of Peace Observed in London
September 20, 2011
UPF-UK organized forums about peace initiatives in various parts of the world in commemoration of the International Day of Peace: in South London on September 18, at Lancaster Gate in London on September 19, and in the borough of Bromley on September 20.
Day of Peace Observed in Perth, Scotland
September 20, 2011
Perth, Scotland - UPF-Scotland held a UN International Day of Peace event on September 20 in Queen’s Hotel in Perth.
Global Interdependence Day Forum on Islam, Multiculturalism, and the Lessons of Norway
September 12, 2011
London, UK - An event in the House of Lords on the theme of "Islam, Multiculturalism and the Lessons of Norway" marked Global Interdependence Day, Sept. 12, 2011.
Forum in London Considers Sustainable Values
September 2, 2011
London, UK - A program to consider values that would allow sustainable development of humankind was held at 43 Lancaster Gate, UPF-UK's Headquarters.
