Ambassadors for Peace
IAPP Is Launched in Australia
August 19, 2017
Sydney, Australia—The International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was inaugurated in Australia at an event attended by more than 80 dignitaries.
Argentina Celebrates International Day of Friendship
August 15, 2017
Buenos Aires, Argentina—To mark the UN International Day of Friendship, UPF-Argentina appointed 14 new Ambassadors for Peace.
IAPP Orientation Seminar in Zambia
July 31, 2017
Siavonga, Zambia—UPF-Zambia in partnership with the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP), held a 3-day orientation seminar for members of parliament, July 28-31, 2017 at Lake Safari Lodge in Siavonga.
IAPP Inaugurated in Marshall Islands
July 29, 2017
Majuro, Marshall Islands—The International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) had its official inauguration in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).
‘Peace Road’ March Is Held for ‘Zambia’s Pride’
July 22, 2017
Lusaka, Zambia—More than 250 people took part in a Peace Road event with the theme “Unity, Dignity and Peace—Zambia’s Pride.”
Ambassador for Peace Gives Perspective on North Korea
July 15, 2017
Hamburg, Germany—An Ambassador for Peace who has visited North Korea 11 times gave a presentation on the social and political life of this mysterious country.
Nigerian in the UK appointed Ambassador for Peace
July 15, 2017
London, UK—As part of the continuing effort of UPF-Nigeria to reach out to Nigerians in diaspora and mobilize them to support the peace building initiatives in Nigeria, Chief Bimbo Robert Folayan (MBCS CITP) was appointed by UPF-Nigeria as an Ambassador for Peace.
UPF-Thailand Hosts Asian Leadership Conference, Interfaith Peace Blessing Festival
July 10, 2017
Bangkok, Thailand—More than 50 participants from five nations attended an Asian Leadership Conference held in Thailand in July.
Russian Conference Explores How to ‘Love the World’
July 9, 2017
Ryazan, Russia—The topic of proper attitudes toward other people and the environment was explored during a one-day UPF conference held in the city of Ryazan.
Nigeria Ambassadors for Peace Study Peace Principles
July 8, 2017
Ikeja, Nigeria—About 50 Ambassadors for Peace from the South West zone attended a three-day Peace Education seminar.
IAPP Launched in Costa Rica
July 8, 2017
San José, Costa Rica—More than 190 people attended the launch of the Costa Rica branch of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP).
IAPP Launched in Nicaragua
July 7, 2017
Managua, Nicaragua—The Nicaragua chapter of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was launched in the country’s capital, Managua, on July 7.
IAPP Launched in Dominican Republic
July 5, 2017
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic—The national inauguration of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was held in the Senate Chamber of the Congress Palace.
Middle East Ambassadors for Peace Gather in Rome for Peace Principles Seminar
July 3, 2017
Rome, Italy—Ambassadors for Peace from throughout the Middle East participated in a three-day seminar on UPF’s Peace Principles held in Rome.
Nigerian Ambassadors for Peace Attend Seminar on the Principles of Peace
July 1, 2017
Owerri, Nigeria—More than 80 Ambassadors for Peace including religious leaders, traditional rulers, politicians, educators and peace activists as well as government representatives attended a 3-day special seminar on UPF's Principles of Peace.
IAPP Launched in Togo
June 28, 2017
Lomé, Togo—The national inauguration of the International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP) was held in the Lomé Congress Palace, the home of the National Assembly.
Preventing Radicalization Is Discussed in House of Lords
June 28, 2017
London, United Kingdom—The House of Lords was the setting for an important and timely discussion, organized by UPF-UK, on preventing radicalization.
International Day of Yoga Celebrated in Peru
June 21, 2017
Lima, Peru—UPF in Peru co-sponsored several events in June, including a celebration of the UN International Day of Yoga 2017.
UPF Holds Parliamentarian Day in DR Congo
June 17, 2017
Kinshasa, DR Congo—UPF in the Democratic Republic of the Congo organized a Parliamentarian Day inside the Parliament, the national symbol of democracy.
Argentinian Ambassadors for Peace Study Peace Principles
June 10, 2017
Buenos Aires, Argentina—Ambassadors for Peace in Argentina attended a seminar in Buenos Aires featuring the UPF Principles of Peace.