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Written by Steven Cayre, Founder, Steven J. Cayre Foundation
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Monday, 18 May 2009 11:16 |
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In mid-2001, my father achieved a high point in his career when he completed the acquisition of the World Trade Center in lower Manhattan. We all know what happened. But my father's reaction was everything I had come to expect of him. He did not allow this catastrophe to turn into a game of blame in which religions, nations, and peoples were vilified. He was always able to realize the difference between people and fanatics. My father set out immediately to build bridges to link with other people. |
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Written by Dr. Thomas G. Walsh, UPF Secretary General
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Monday, 18 May 2009 10:55 |
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On this day, May 18, the UPF concludes a World Peace Tour that began in Japan at the end of February. Over the past 10 weeks, we have convened programs on every continent, in more than 70 nations, addressing the theme of “A New Vision for Peace in the 21st Century: One Family Under God.” |
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Written by Gail Paine, UPF-USA, and Tomiko Duggan, Director, UPF, International-DC Chapter
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Friday, 15 May 2009 13:56 |
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Washington, DC, USA - Combine the warm and cozy feeling of a family reunion and the cultural splendor of the beautifully exotic nation of the Kingdom of Bahrain and you will arrive at the unique experience had by all who attended the International Day of Families Celebration, Friday, May 15 at the Bahrain Embassy in Washington, DC. |
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Written by Genie Kagawa
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Tuesday, 02 December 2008 23:31 |
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New York, USA - Over 300 religious, political, and civil society leaders gathered at the UN Headquarters in New York to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The event was sponsored by the Permanent Missions of Guinea, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Nepal. (Keynote address) |
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Written by Joy Pople, UPF-International
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Tuesday, 02 December 2008 21:31 |
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New York, USA “The world is suffering not only because of the actions of evil people but because of the silence of good people.” This challenge to speak up was issued by Aliya Khan, a Muslim speaker at the Interfaith Youth Leaders Forum held at the UN Headquarters in New York on December 2. |
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Written by Dr. Hyun Jin Moon, Co-Chair, Universal Peace Federation
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Tuesday, 02 December 2008 01:00 |
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For the last month the eyes of the world have been on Barack Obama, President-elect of the United States, and his preparations to take office. Each new appointment to his cabinet team is being scrutinized hopefully for evidence that we are about to witness a new era in this country with new policies that can bring about peace and prosperity for all people. |
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Written by UPF International
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Saturday, 22 November 2008 16:10 |
In the 60 years since its signing, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been honored more in word than in action. Perhaps young people can be catalysts for change and bring about peace in ways that older people cannot. With this hope, UPF invited young leaders from various faiths to consider how the wisdom of their faiths can help promote human rights and dignity. Forums took place on September 2 the Palais des Nations in Geneva, on November 22 during the Global Peace Festival in London, and on December 2 at the UN headquarters in New York. Some common themes emerged from this diverse group of youth. |
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Written by Michael Balcomb, UPF Communications Director
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Monday, 16 June 2008 12:43 |
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NEW YORK, NY - About 100 diplomats, US Congressional representatives, and members of the NGO and faith communities gathered at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on June 16 for the sixth United Nations / United States Symposium. (Keynote Address) |
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