IWPG Peace Monument Established in
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
- “I’m happy that people can now think of peace as part of their lives.” |
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On June 22, IWPG Mongolia Branch held the IWPG Peace Monument Unveiling Ceremony in Bayanzurkh District. Bayanzurkh city officials, IWPG Peace Committee members, and approximately 100 citizens gathered to commemorate the peace activities in Bayanzurkh and bring the hearts of women all around the world together.
Bayarsaikhan Enkhbold, Governor of the 4th Municipal Subdistrict of Bayanzurkh District of Ulaanbaatar, signed an MOU with IWPG and said, “I’m happy that citizens can now think of peace as part of their daily lives through the Peace Monument. I hope IWPG collaborates with many of the local women to proceed with peace activities.”
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The students of Monte-Rosa School sang a song called “Good Future,” written by Monte-Rosa School teacher Y. Amgalang, moving the hearts of many people.
This monument was erected in a public park, where many people walk by. It is especially valuable because it was sponsored by individuals, cooperative organizations, and IWPG Peace Committee members.
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IWPG Mongolia Peace Assembly
`Women of Unity ? Light of the World` |
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On June 20, IWPG Mongolia Branch held the IWPG Mongolia Peace Assembly “Women of Unity- Light of the World” at Ulaanbaatar Hotel in Mongolia. Women came together as one to light up peace and discuss IWPG’s peace achievements in Mongolia in the past year.
During this Assembly, 14 Peace Committees were established and 9 MOU/As were signed with organizations and public institutions. Also, 112 people were presented with the Peace Education Lecturer Education(PLTE) Completion Certificate, after taking the PLTE class that took place in Mongolia from last November to this April.
Bude Munkhtuya, former lawmaker and the representative of Association of Mothers with the Order of Famous Mothers, who was appointed as IWPG Advisory during the event, said, “I will help IWPG spread its peace activities all around Mongolia so more women can participate.”
The Chair of ‘Altan Mana-Chandmani Erdene’ Diyaan Meditation Association said, “I participated with 100 other members from my association. Peace is a dream for all. It is sacred and valuable. I am grateful that IWPG brought together so many Mongolian citizens under peace.”
The 350 women who participated in the Assembly became one to spread the light of peace. After the event ended, many of participants remained to share their thoughts and desires for peace with each other.
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The following IWPG Peace Committee Representative meeting was an opportunity for 40 newly appointed and existing to come together to discuss peace activities in each region of Mongolia. Regional Director Mi Sook Lim gave guidance on the overall direction of the Peace Committees and asked them to spearhead the spread of peace in Mongolia. |
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5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition Preliminary Round and Award Ceremony
Drawing “a world of peace learned from nature” around the world. |
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IWPG Global Region 2 held the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Egypt for a month in June. This event was organized by the Youth Support Volunteer Group (YSVO) (Founder and CEO Emmanuel Zangako Peter), who signed a MOA with IWPG Global Region 2, and was jointly conducted by several schools, including the Greater Equatoria Community School, Good Shepherd Learning Center, Winner Primary School, Tigray Cultural Center, Wadi Nile a South Sudanese school, African Hope primary and secondary school. There were about 350 children and teenagers who participated.
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On June 15, IWPG Global Region 4 held the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Dreamland International Academy in South Sudan. After a preliminary round was conducted at the school, 20 students participated in the international competition preliminary round.
The representative of Action Girls Africa, Kiiko Nadiya Suzan, who organized the competition shared, “Most of the students expressed their earnest desire for peace by drawing pictures of removing guns, which are tools for war. I am glad I was able to host today’s competition because I wanted to contribute to building world peace.” Abur Manyout (elementary group), Asante Edde (middle school group), and Roseline Yom (high school group) were honored 1st place.
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The Kenya Branch of IWPG co-hosted preliminaries for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition with Greenyard Primary School and Kiaboeera Academy Primary School in Nairobi and Tabaka.
A heated competition was held with more than 110 children attending. The preliminary round will be held by the two schools, followed by an award ceremony that will be done at each school. |
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The Dar es Salaam branch of Tanzania (Branch Manager Pendo Addie Mwasakyeni) of IWPG hosted the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary round on June 18. About 50 people, including children, teenagers, and parents from the region took part in this competition which was held under the theme “A World of Peace Learned from Nature”.
As this competition was held for the second time in Dar es Salaam, many parents’ active support and interest were shown. Branch Manager Pendo Addie Mwasakyeni said, “I hope there can be peace for the children, students, and families through the drawings. We are planning on expanding the art competition on a national level in Tanzania after IWPG is registered in the government.” The award ceremony will be held in Dar es Salaam in July.
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On June 24, the Bonteheuwel Peace Committee organized the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition” preliminary round in the Cape Town branch of South Africa at the Bonteheuwel Church auditorium. A total of 98 students participated in the competition of drawing peace. |
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Sydney branch in Australia hosted the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary round at Granville Community Centre on June 25th with the theme “A World of Peace Learned from Nature”. This competition, which was held to spread the culture of peace to the children and teenagers, was co-hosted with AUSPAK Women’s Association and Pehchan TV. More than 200 people came to celebrate Eid al-Adha and more than 30 children participated in this peace art competition. Shafaq Jefferey, CEO of AUSTPAK Women’s Association and Pehchan TV, shared, “I am so glad to be able to host this art competition.” She also added, “I hope to continue this program that promotes peace to children with IWPG.” |
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On July 2, Global Region 1 hosted the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Yat Sen Primary School with more than 100 attendees, including the teachers, children, and the principal, Ms. Majila Singh. |
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On June 23, Global Region 7 held the preliminary round for the “5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition” at the Prague City Library in the Czech Republic.
One of the Ukrainian students who participated in the competition said, “Walking through a forest in Ukraine is walking through a minefield which means inevitable death. So, being able to walk in a forest represents peace because there aren’t any mines that threaten my life.”
Mrs. Schwarzova, a teacher at Basic Art School Strakonice, also mentioned, “The children discussed the topic and shared techniques while participating in the art contest. During this process, the children explored history in depth, talked about the world of peace inspired by nature, which is harmony and the order of nature, and discussed how to respect these things in their lives. The children enjoyed discussing such rich ideas. |
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On June 10, Georgia, a partner country with IWPG Global Region 2, co-hosted the preliminary round for the “5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition” with Mrs. Phati Bhukrikidze, Chairwoman of Woman and Development, at Gori Historical-Ethnographical Museum. There were about 150 children and adolescents who attended the preliminary round. |
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The New York branch of IWPG held the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition online on July 2.
About 35 students and teachers attended. Regional Director Su Jin Park greeted the contestants, and the New York Branch Manager, Anysia Ngokila, presented the topic of the competition and the criteria on how each piece would be judged along with words of encouragement to express the love for peace through art. |
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On June 23, Chile, who exchanges cooperation with IWPG Global Region 2, co-hosted the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary round with Galvarino Chacaico School. There were about 30 participants including children, adolescents, and teachers.
This competition, which was held for the first time this year, planted a heart of peace in growing children and adolescents. Furthermore, it was an opportunity to promote IWPG’s peace activities.
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- Online Preliminary Rounds in the Middle East
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On June 10, there were 90 children and teenagers in the Middle East who attended the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition online that was hosted online by Global Region 2.
Under the theme of “A World of Peace Learned from Nature”, the competition was organized for children and teenagers in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Libya, and Syria. In particular, the students in Jordan joined the call together from school, demonstrating the heated attention toward this competition.
Amira Ali El Jamal, President of Our Step Association, and Turia Fadi, Co-founder of MAFO Organization, attended as well. Starting with the introduction of IWPG’s activities and a congratulatory video message from Turia Fadi, the competition continued with support and encouragement from teachers and parents from each region.
While sharing her greetings, President Turia Fadi said, “The war in Libya left a negative mark on the children. I hope as the children participate in this competition, they will leave traces of peace and become people who build peace in the future.”
Rodina Najeeb, an 11-years-old student from Malak Idris Elementary School in Libya, shared, “I am happy to be able to join this competition.” Najeeb explained, “I drew a white dove dwelling on the Earth because I want world peace.”
Fatima Zulnoon, a student attending the International Schools Group Dammam KSA in Saudi Arabia, said, “I drew a pigeon flying over wild animals who are together in peace” and “just as the animals have a system of peace, I hope we can also live peacefully.”
This competition attracted various media attention, including being introduced to the Saudi Arabia media. |
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On June 1 and 10, Palestine, a country cooperating with IWPG Global Region 2, held the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition under the theme of “A World of Peace Learned from Nature". More than 100 children and teenagers participated in the event, sponsored by the Israeli Palestinian Peace Group, and co-hosted by the Palestinian Women of the Sun and the Vision Association for Culture and Art.
"Children don`t lie when they express their dreams, fears, and hopes," said Dr. Warda Sada, co-founder of the Israeli Palestinian Peace Group. "I hope the children’s’ drawings of peace can be seen from their perspective. Children are the hope of the future."
"It is very important to express the world of peace that children are longing for through artistic activities," said Yasmine Shoka, director of the Cultural Committee. "It is connected to children enjoying healthy lives both socially and environmentally." |
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On June 21, IWPG Global 2 held the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Lebanon, co-hosted by Palestinian Women’s Humanitarian Organization. It was the second preliminary round held in Lebanon following last month`s national round, with about 40 children and teenagers from Al Jalile School and Haifa School participating, with the interest and support of teachers and parents. Participants expressed their fervent passion for peace as they earnestly hoped that the peace that the children wanted would be realized a day faster. |
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IWPG Global Region 2 held the 5th “International Loving-Peace Art Competition” preliminary round and award ceremony in Yemen, a partner country, on June 12 with 19 children and teenagers attending. The competition was co-hosted with Women Peace Initiative. Arwa Abdullah Farhan Ali, Head of Women Peace Initiative; Farha Ali Al-Samawi, Chairman of the Arbitration Committee; Seham Ali Ahmed Al Mamari, artist; and Khalid Abdulhakeem Saif, Press Committee attended the competition. This was an event was even more meaningful for Yemen because of the ongoing civil war where many were sacrificed.
Ahmed Munir Kaid, student at Esbeel school, who participated in the competition said, "I love Yemen and think it is a precious country. I expressed my desire for peace through paintings. I hope peace will come.”
The competition was judged by Ali Al-Samawi, Chairman of the Arbitration Committee, and Seham Ali Ahmed Al Mamari, painter. Hala Aref Abdulsalam, a 9-year-old student from Alnibras School, and Maria Amin Saeed, a 17-year-old student from Alnibras School won first place. Omnia Akram Abkullah, a 7-year-old student from Esbeel School, 7 years old, and Ahmed Munir Qaid, a 12-year-old student, from Esbeel School, placed second. |
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In Kuwait, a partner country of IWPG Global Region 2, the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary award ceremony was held at SPEI Hall. The award ceremony, co-hosted by Salmiya Smart International School, was attended by more than 40 people, including parents of the children and teenagers. Aisha V. Albakit, Vice Chairwoman of UMCAP, who oversaw the event, spoke of the event and mentioned, "It was nice to be able to cooperate in the competition. I got a lot of inspiration for peace activities through the event."
The judges included Dennis P. Cuerivin, president of Espoke, President; Nova Frooktuso, teacher; and Romano 0. Roman, Kuwait Art Specialist. One of the judges, Romano O. Roman, said, "Through the awards ceremony, I could feel the hearts of children who think of peace, and I am proud of the children who completed their drawings."
Martina Luiza Veniz B. Osorio, student from NKPIS, student, said, "I was very happy to participate in the competition. I hope there will be peace and no war."
First place was awarded to Jenieca Hilario (8 years old, NKPIS Elementary School; elementary division) and Martina Luiza Veniz B. Osorio (13 years old, NKPIS Elementary School; middle school division). In addition, Fatema Al Arbash (8 years old, NKPIS Elementary School) was placed second in the elementary group, Athena Munoz (8 years old, NKPIS Elementary School) was placed third. In addition, Arham Mahlunkar (NKPIS Elementary School; 2nd place) and Aradhya Bhargava (KPIS Elementary School; 3rd place) were awarded in the middle school group. |
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IWPG Global Region 3 hosted the 5th “International Loving-Peace Art Competition” preliminary round at International School of Karachi in Pakistan. Academic coordinator Batool Kazmi, who prepared for the preliminary round, said, "This event is a great way to spread love, happiness and peace. The difficulties facing the international community today can be solved by ‘being one’. Our future is in the hands of today`s young people. It is important to make children aware of the value of peace. However, young people should also be aware of the terrible effects of conflict. I hope this message will continue to spread worldwide, and I believe this is possible through the children`s creative minds, artistic abilities, storytelling, and painting. If we work together, we can make the world a better place to live. Thank you to IWPG for allowing this opportunity to promote peace." |
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Pakistan`s School of International Studies in Sciences and Arts (SISA) held the preliminary round of the “International Loving-Peace Art Competition” last year as well. Mrs. Saeeda Salim (Principal of School of International Studies in Sciences and Arts) said, "The students enjoyed the event very much, and they freely shared their thoughts and expressions with each other. I think using imagination and images to express peace with nature is a great way to send a message of peace and love to the world.” |
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IWPG Global Region 10 also held the 5th “International Loving-Peace Art Competition” on June 9 at Bright Star Montessori School in Islamabad, Pakistan, with 645 students and officials participating. Asma Riaz, an IWPG member, announced the purpose and meaning of the competition. Students participated in the competition in the hope that their works would be selected for the finals despite the hot weather. The event received a lot of attention, including coverage in local newspapers and Internet broadcasts.
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The preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition was held at Ragent Language School in Negombo, Sri Lanka. A school official said, "It`s such a great opportunity for students around the world, and students also participated in the event enthusiastically. By the end of the event, the students were very happy to see each other`s finished works that elicited powerful messages. I sincerely thank you for inviting me to this event.” |
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IWPG Global Region 3 held preliminary rounds for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at the Frame Art Open Studio and Cubic Art Center in Dhaka, Bangladesh, respectively.
Rani Alam, CEO of Open Art Studio, said, "We are pleased to hold the 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition.” At the event in Bangladesh, about 500 talented young artists surprisingly connected peace and nature through their colorful paintings. I was surprised to see children expressing their thoughts creatively and their imagination. I was very happy to prepare for this competition with the support of the Frame Art Open Studio Dakawa and the IWPG members. And I would also like to thank Bangladesh`s BAF SEMC, Mostafiz Academy of Fine Arts (MAFA) and Shanto-Mariam Academy of Creative Technology, for participating and creating a successful event. I hope more children will participate in the program next year to become children of peace in the world and make their future safe and bright.”
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On June 18, the Cubic Art Center successfully completed the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition. The children showed off their wonderful drawing skills with various imaginations by connecting nature and peace according to the theme of the competition. The children made determinations to protect the precious earth with a heart of peace. |
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IWPG Global Region 4 held the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary round at Pakkred Secondary School in Thailand on June 24. About 85 students from within the school participated in the preliminary round.
"I love the ‘International Loving-Peace Art Competition` very much," said Vinutthaput Phophet, Former Principal of Pakkred Secondary School, who organized the competition. Students enjoyed drawing, and the school team managed everything well and carried out the event well. They were professionally united with an organization. The judges conducted the examination transparently."
In this competition, Natthanan Chongkitwitsawakan (elementary division), Chananya ThongThoi (middle school division), and Kanoknuch Klahan (high school division) each won first place. |
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On June 27, the Cambodian branch of IWPG held the 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition" in cooperation with Preah Sisowath High School. With about 140 students from Preah Sisowath High School participating, the award ceremony was held after screening the drawings a day after the competition.
At the competition, Hoy Sochivanny, branch manager of Cambodia`s branch, conducted peace education by first introducing IWPG and explaining the influence of culture.
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The Indonesia Branch held the preliminary round for the 5th `International Loving-Peace Art Competition` both online and offline in June. A total of 357 participants participated, with 234 students from 44 elementary schools, 45 students from 18 middle schools, and 78 students from 14 high schools. One participant, Akhtar Diaurrahman said, "Peace is like a tree. We need to plant and water peace so that it can grow better. If you plant it with love, it will grow well and bear good fruit."The Indonesia Branch held the preliminary round for the 5th `International Loving-Peace Art Competition` both online and offline in June. A total of 357 participants participated, with 234 students from 44 elementary schools, 45 students from 18 middle schools, and 78 students from 14 high schools. One participant, Akhtar Diaurrahman said, "Peace is like a tree. We need to plant and water peace so that it can grow better. If you plant it with love, it will grow well and bear good fruit." |
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About 60 people from the Philippine branch gathered online on June 17 to hold the preliminary round for the 5th `International Loving-Peace Art Competition`. Cotabato Governor Emmylou J. Talino-Mendoza said, "The title of the 5th `International Loving-Peace Art Competition` which is "Peace, Let`s Be Friends!" seems to reflect the universal longing of mankind for peace to come to this land. It is also meaningful to think about peace through nature," The governor sent a congratulatory video message. IWPG Publicity Ambassador Erlinda Olivia Tiu, who attended the event, said, "Peace is a peaceful world where everyone in the world lives in peace, and we are one." |
On June 23, the preliminary round of the 5th `International Loving-Peace Art Competition` was held at Dasmarinas East Integrated Highschool in the Philippines.
Participant June Lei Vitangcol said, "IWPG has been very helpful in planting the seeds of peace in students, and it has been an opportunity for them to realize how important peace is."
Principal Arbel A. Bayot said, "I would like to continue our cooperation in the future by signing an MOA with IWPG." |
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On June 10, the Tokyo branch of IWPG held the preliminaries for the 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition" simultaneously at the Yokohama office and online. It was a precious time for the participants to think about peace, hoping that the event would become widely known in Japan in the future. In addition, on June 24, the awards ceremony was held. The winners and participants congratulated and they had time to see the paintings and listen to participants` reviews. Dakagi Haruka, who won first place said, “It was fun and I am grateful that people liked my drawing.” |
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* On June 11, Global Region 1 successfully held the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at the forest stage of Seoul Children`s Grand Park. More than 500 children and teenagers from eight branches participated in the contest.
Soo Ae Kim, Regional Director of Global Region 1, said in her greetings, "I hope that you, the leaders of the future era, will complete the world of peace with wonderful drawings of the end of the war and hope for world peace and become a messenger of peace for the world." |
* IWPG Gwangju and Gwangju Nambu Branch held the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at the outdoor music hall in Gwangju on June 17. With more than 300 elementary, middle school, and high school students and parents in Gwangju attending, the competition was held successfully with great response from children and parents. In addition to the drawing contest, various fun side events such as creating a house of peace, writing a message to achieve peace, photo zone, peace mind map were held for the participants.
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* On June 3, the Busan Gyeongnam Western Branch held the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at the UN Peace Park under the theme of "A World of Peace Learned from Nature." |
* The Busan Eastern Branch held the preliminary round of the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition on June 3 with 300 elementary, middle school, and high school students and parents attending. The preliminary awards ceremony was successfully completed on June 17. |
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* Global Region 5 held the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary round at the Government Bond Compensation Movement Memorial Park in Jung-gu, Daegu on June 17.
Participants enjoyed various experience booths as well as dynamic celebration performances of Haneulpum Taekwondo and Modumbuk. Regional director Su Jin Park said, "Your strong peace message expressed with a pure heart will be an important opportunity to practice peace." |
* Global Region 6 held the preliminary round of 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition" on June 11 at Chungju Tankeumdae park, with four branches in Wonju, Chungju, Chuncheon, and Jecheon. About 380 children and teenagers participated in the competition to shine.
Regional Director So Yeong Park said in her greetings, "This is a drawing contest where children and teenagers around the world present hope of peace to their peers suffering from war and convey comfort and love to each other. The drawings will be under the theme of a world of peace learned from nature, and I hope peace will come true in their mind.” |
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* On May 26, Global Region 7 held the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition with four branches in Goyang, Seodaemun, Paju, and Eunpyeong at Onemount center. About 150 elementary, middle school, and high school students participated. |
* On May 20, Global Region 8 held the preliminary round of 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Yeouido Park with five branches in Yeongdeungpo, Gangseo, Gimpo, Gwangmyeong, and Bucheon. More than 350 children and teenagers participated, and various hands-on activities such as award-winning exhibitions, marching band performances, magic shows, Korean mandara, face painting, caricature, forest rope play, and peace hand stamping were prepared for the participants. |
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* Global Region 9 held the preliminary round of 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Bupyeong Park on June 10.
Under the theme of "A World of Peace Learned from Nature," this competition was a time to express in various ways the importance of saving and protecting all living things in the earth and the beautiful nature where we live. It was an event to spread peace culture by practicing love for nature and love for peace through paintings. |
* Daejeon Branch held the preliminary round of 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition" at Daejeon National Cemetery Veterans Garden on June 24. About 250 people, including elementary, middle, and high school students and parents, felt the importance of peace through paintings and became a meaningful event in realizing the major role in spreading peace culture. |
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* Global Region 11 held the preliminary round for the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition on June 24 with 150 children and teenagers participating in Changpowon in Seoul with three branches of East Seoul, Dongdaemun, and Uijeongbu. |
* Starting with the Gunsan Branch on June 10, Global Region 12 held the preliminary round of the 5th "International Loving-Peace Art Competition" with Iksan, Jeongeup, and Jeonju branches on June 17. About 450 elementary, middle, and high school students participated in the awards ceremony. There were various entertainment booths such as board games, balloon popping, and treasure hunting. |
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Support for the DPCW with a Desire for Peace |
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Global Region 2 holds Leader Meeting for DPCW Support |
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IWPG Global Region 2 conducted a DPCW promotion and support campaign with female leaders in Australia, Iraq, Yemen, and Oman. The participants watched a video on the Sep 18 World Peace Summit and the Sep 19 International Women’s Peace Conference and talked about participating in the event. In August, the Women’s Leader Meeting will also be held for women of different backgrounds
Sharifa Al-Yahyai, Former Minister of Social Development and current Professor of Sultan Qaboos University, from Oman, said, “I was impressed by IWPG’s activities and the achievements at UN CSW. I will introduce IWPG to NGOs in Oman.”
Pascale Isho Warda, Former Minister of the Department of Refugees and current President of Hammurabi Human Rights Organization, said, “The video on the Sep 18 event was very impressive, and I want to join the event as well.”
Lamia Al-eryany, Former Minister of Technical Education and Vocational Training and President of Yemen Peace School Organization, emphasized the importance of DPCW and said that she would join the event in September with Dr. Shafiqa Saeed Abdo, Women National Committee(WNC), Chairperson.
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Tanzania Branch facilitates DPCW Education in Arusha |
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IWPG Tanzania Branch introduced IWPG in Maji ya Chai, Arusha, with PLTE graduates. One of the participants, an IWPG member, said, “We learned how to maintain peace, and I am ready to start working with IWPG.” |
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Building Female Solidarity through the International Women’s Peace Network Regular Meeting |
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IWPG Myanmar Yangon Branch |
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On June 22, IWPG Myanmar Yangon Branch held the International Women’s Peace Network Regular Meeting at Dakhinayone monastery. With a total of 16 participants, Yangon Branch Manager Crystal Po Gyaw, also a Board Member of National YWCA, first gave a speech and then a report on the Branch’s activities in the first half of the year, Branch financials, and plans for the second half of the year. Afterwards, the participants shared their thoughts and feelings, and the event ended with a commemorative photo and peace song.
Branch Finance Manager Khin Thein Htwe, Executive Director of Water, Research and Training Centre, said, “I’m excited to have met so many IWPG members from various backgrounds. Many of the new members wanted to participate in IWPG’s programs and events. If the circumstances in Myanmar improve, we will plan more campaigns and community activities.” |
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IWPG Tokyo Japan Branch held the International Women’s Peace Network Regular Meeting online on June 28 with 15 participants. Historian and author Yamagami Tomo gave a lecture on "Mindsets of the Modern Era learned from Prince Sh?toku,” which was a valuable opportunity for all the participants to learn that the 17 Articles of the Constitution made in 604 were peace laws that opened the path to the human heart.
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Cameroon and Burundi, countries cooperating with Global Region 4, jointly held the International Women’s Peace Network Regular Meeting online on June 27. 22 participants joined and discussed peace activities in Cameroon and Burundi during the first half of the year and the results of the offline group PLTE that took place in Buea in June.
On the same day, an MOA was singed with Hope of Africa, and Sarah Derval, General Coordinator of Hope of Africa, said, “The participants were the witnesses of the MOA signing, which I hope with strengthen our cooperation. I look forward to our partnership going forward.”
Lucy Nkongho Diffang, pedagogic advisor at Pedagogic In-service Training Programme, presented the results of the 2nd PLTE class in Cameroon, in which she served as a lecturer. “PLTE helps women not only be peace lecturers, but also enhance their capabilities in various sectors of life. I was moved by the participants’ passion. Their training must not be limited to theory or ethics, but must become a practical implementation.” |
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Global Region 2 is interviewed by Ethiopia OBN Broadcast News
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On June 12, Global Region 2 Regional Director Seo Yeon Lee was interviewed by Ethiopia OBN Broadcast. OBN is an Ethiopian public broadcasting system managed by the government.
Led by OBN journalist Addis Assefa of African Media House Network, Regional Director Seo Yeon Lee introduced IWPG’s values, vision, and activities. Many activities that IWPG conducted in Ethiopia, such as the DPCW Support Campaign, were also introduced. IWPG also explained that they will collaborate with the Addis Ababa City Administration Education Bureau through the 5th International Loving-Peace Art Competition to conduct IWPG Peace Education in the second half of the year and that they also have plans to work with the Department of Peace.
The interview was posted on the OBN Broadcast website. It was an opportunity to promote IWPG’s peace activities, and IWPG will continue to develop this partnership going forward.
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Women’s Peace Education that plants the seed of peace
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Tanzania Branch holds PLTE(Women`s Peace Lecturer Training Education) Vision Briefing |
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IWPG Tanzania Branch held the PLTE Vision Briefing on June 10. Frida Sebastian Ombella, Lilian Msaki, Mkanibwa Magoti Ngoboka, and Pendo Addie are actively working as the first women peace lecturers in Tanzania. During the event, participants discussed women peace lecture activities in Tanzania in detail, partnerships with other organizations, and new member recruitment. |
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Tanzania Branch Presents PLTE Lecturers with their Certificates |
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On June 24, IWPG Tanzania Branch held the PLTE Lecturer Certificate Awarding Ceremony. Frida Sebastian Ombella, Lilian Msaki, Mkanibwa Magoti Ngoboka, and Pendo Addie, all already active PLTE lecturers, were received their certificates.
The event started with an opening video, followed by congratulatory remarks from IWPG HQ Director of Peace Education Kyu Sun Lee and Regional Director Seo Yeon Lee. After that, there was an explanation on the IWPG Peace Lecturer rules, and the presentation of the Lecturer Certificate. Lastly, the graduates shared their thoughts and feelings.
Iringa Peace Committee Representative Mkanibwa Magoti Ngoboka said, “I am grateful to have become an IWPG Peace Education Lecturer. I want to spread peace to all women in Tanzania and around the world to train more Peace Lecturers. I also plan to provide this education to various colleges and organizations.”
Arusha Peace Committee Representative Lilian Msaki said, “I love peace, and because I have the hope of peace in my heart, I am happy to become a member of IWPG. I will tell everyone about IWPG and peace. I will not give up until peace is achieved.”
IWPG Das es Salaam Branch Manager Pendo Addie said, “I love peace, and I wanted everything to live in peace, which is why I wanted to learn more. I tried to complete the class until the end and didn’t give up. As a woman and a mother, I now have more knowledge that I can use to spread peace all around Tanzania.”
HQ Director Kyu Sun Lee said, “You are all the seed of peace in Tanzania. I look forward to peace blooming through you in Tanzania. I hope that all of you go further to create a wind of peace that blows not just in Tanzania but all around the world.”
Regional Director Seo Yeon Lee said, “Just as darkness can only be conquered by light, ceasing war and conflict can only be done through learning and practicing peace, not violence and fear.”
IWPG Tanzania Das es Salaam Branch will soon be officially registered in the Tanzania government, which will be a momentum for more active PLTE and peace lecturer activities.
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Global Region 4 successfully holds the 4th PLTE Graduation Ceremony in Myanmar |
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On June 10, IWPG Global Region 4 held the 4th Myanmar Yangon PLTE Graduation Ceremony online. 7 students graduated with excellent marks, and 3 of the students shared their thoughts. This was followed by a video on the graduates’ PLTE activities, and a representative speech by one of the graduates. It was a good opportunity for the graduates to try lecturing on their own and practice being a future PTLE lecturer.
Theeri Kay, freelance consultant who led the 4th PLTE class, said, “PLTE changed me. As I lectured PLTE, I was able to fully understand the essence of each lesson, which made me more passionate to spread peace. As a Peace Lecturer, I am proud that I can become a good influence on others. I hope all graduates become a peace lecturer that promotes peace and spread the culture of peace in their communities.”
The main speaker among the graduates, freelance trainer and consultant Aye Aye Nyein, said, “I was always interested in peace, but before learning PLTE, I did not know what peace education was. I’m sure that if all of use practice what we have learned through Peace Education in our everyday lives, we will be able to realize world peace. We should tell other of the importance of HWPL and urge the DPCW to become an international law for peace. I will share this Peace Education from others and always keep this peace in my heart. I’m happy to graduate.” |
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Global Region 4 holds the first open Group PLTE in Cameroon |
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The Peace Lecturer Training Education in Buea, Cameroon was held from July 21 to 23. Eight people signed up for the class lectured by Lucy Nkongho Diffang, pedagogic advisor of Pedagogic In-service Training Programme. The lessons took place 5 hours each day for 3 days to cover all the 10 lessons. This is meaningful because it is the first group PLTE in Buea, Cameroon.
One of the students, Emma Yoti, manager of AnointingTV JKE, said, “I think PLTE is a very timely education, so women should understand its significance and practice peace often, starting from their households so that peace can finally be accomplished. As a mother, I realized that I must give special education to my children in the household. This is because they are the seed of peace in the future.”
Tata Juliet, another student, said, “PLTE is a good program. If we apply this program in our school curriculum, the world will be a peaceful place for all. I believe in PLTE. Through this training, I am able to explain peace practically to others.”
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Global Region 6 holds the 5th PTLE Completion Ceremony for U.K and Switzerland |
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On June 6, the PLTE Competition for the United Kingdom and Switzerland was held online. Regional Director So Young Park said, “I sincerely congratulate the graduates of the 5th PLTE Completion Ceremony. Thank you for showing interest in Peace Education and follow the lesson diligently with a love of peace.”
Sveetha Subramania Sarma from Switzerland, Margaret Aberdeen from the UK, Roxanne St Chair, Carine Takusi, and Lama Debrati, successfully completed PLTE. The graduates were excited to become Peace Lecturers and promised to work hard to spread a culture of peace. |
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Global Region 10 continues PLTE in Astana, Kazakhstan |
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IWPG Global Region 10 started Peace Lecturer Training Education in Astana, Kazakhstan starting from June 6. The students have now completed lesson 3. This is the 2nd overseas PLTE class of Global Region 10, and other Korean members who were interested also joined.
One student, Aizhan Orazayeva, a mother of 3 children, said that we should be active in protecting values such as life and peace and spreading a culture of peace. She thanked IWPG for providing such a good education. |
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A Promise of Peace, MOU Signing |
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Global Region 4 signs MOA with Social Cohesion Group Myanmar |
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On June 26, IWPG Global Region 4 signed an MOA with Social Cohesion Group Myanmar online. With 16 people participating from the 2 organizations, the MOA ceremony was an opportunity to understand each other’s organization better.
Zaw Myo Aung, Vice President of Social Cohesion Group Myanmar, said, “I’m happy and proud to join this MOA Signing Ceremony. I was surprised by IWPG’s peace process. I was impressed by how the peace process was very systematic toward its goal. I will try my best to help IWPG’s peace activities.”
Ma Nilar, Founder and Director of Social Cohesion Group Myanmar, said, “I’m happy to sign an MOA with IWPG. Social Cohesion Group Myanmar will cooperate with IWPG to bring world peace and social cohesion. Together with IWPG I will keep implementing the peace process so both organizations and the country can grow.”
Director Ma Nilar has completed PLTE and is working as a female Peace Lecturer. |
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Global Region 2 signs MOA with Israel-Palestine Peace Organization |
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On June 30, Global Region 2 held an MOA Signing Ceremony with Israel-Palestine Peace Organization(co-founder Warda Sada) online.
Israel-Palestine Peace Organization was established for peace in Israel and Palestine, and is leading peace movements to prevent war.
Through this MOA, the two organizations agreed to support and urge for the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War(DPCW), spread a culture of peace in Palestinian communities through Peace Lecturer Training Education(PLTE), and conduct peace activities through a strong partnership.
Dr. Warda Sada said, “We need to cooperate to achieve peace. We have been doing the handwritten letter campaign since last year. I hope more women around the world join. I will not hesitate to support IWPG for peace.”
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Global Region 2 signs MOA with Brisas del Norte Columbia |
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On June 12, Global Region 2 held the online MOA Signing Ceremony with Brisas del Norte (Representative Jairo Luis Ibarra Carmona) from Columbia.
Brisas del Norte is a non-profit organization that works for the rights and empowerment of immigrants, refugees, Columbia returnees, and war veterans in the Columbian community, along with dealing with various socioeconomic, cultural, and environmental issues.
Through this MOA, the two organizations agreed to support and urge for the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War(DPCW), spread a culture of peace in Columbia communities through Peace Lecturer Training Education(PLTE), and conduct peace activities through a strong partnership.
Representative Jairo Luis Ibarra Carmona said, “There are many sad stories and victims in Columbia. However, through this MOA, I wish to find the answers to achieve peace. I hope everything changes through the culture of peace.” |
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Bude Munkhtuya
Mongolia
- Representative of Association of Mothers with the Order of Famous Mothers
- Former lawmaker
- Former Chairman of the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy
- IWPG Advisory
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1. Please introduce yourself. |
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Nice to meet you. I am an IWPG Advisory and also the representative of Association of Mothers with the Order of Famous Mothers. In the past, I was a lawmaker and Chairman of the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy. I graduated Technische Universitat Dresden in Germany. I currently live in Mongolia with my husband and children. |
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Ms. Bude Munkhtuya is taking a commemorative photo with Regional Director Mi Sook Lim after being appointed as an Advisory.
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2. You have been appointed as an IWPG Advisory this year. What made you decide to work with IWPG? |
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On Oct 23, 2022 I was invited to an IWPG Conference with 300 Mongolian women who loved peace. At that event, I gave a speech on ‘The Status and History of Mongolian Women’. That’s when I learned about IWPG, and I decided to become one with IWPG’s goal of ‘a world of sustainable peace’. |
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3. What kind of IWPG peace activities did you join in Mongolia? What are your future plans as an IWPG Advisory?
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I am grateful and honored to work as an IWPG Advisory. I will help IWPG Mongolia Branch achieve peace all around the world. I will also actively participate in IWPG activities in various realms of our society.
I completed PLTE and prepared lessons to act as a lecturer. IWPG has various events other than PLTE. I will lead the 3,000 female members of Association of Mothers with the Order of Famous Mothers to participate actively in IWPG’s peace activities. Last year June, I signed an MOA with IWPG, and I look forward to our partnership. |
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IWPG Advisory Bude Munkhtuya is giving a speech at the 1st IWPG Mongolia Peace Assembly. |
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4. In June, there was a large-scale Women’s Peace Assembly and the Unveiling Ceremony of the IWPG Peace Monument in Mongolia. What did you think about the events? |
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Many women from various backgrounds joined the IWPG Peace Assembly in Mongolia. After the event, the participants came together and shared ideas on peace activities and took pictures together. Everyone, including myself, truly enjoyed it. It was an amazing event that was well-prepared. Through this event, I could fully introduce and understand IWPG. I want to thank Global Region 9 for supporting this event.
Also, I am happy that a Peace Monument has been established in Mongolia. This Monument is far more valuable than any other. I am glad that we built such a beautiful and clean place for the Mongolian people. I am aware that this Monument was established thanks to the donations of many kind-hearted people in Korea and Mongolia. I would like to thank all those to dedicated themselves to establish this Peace Monument. |
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5. Is there any message that you would like to send to IWPG members and peace family all around the world? |
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Today, let’s become one with 4 billion women around to achieve our mission of ‘world peace and cessation of war’. Let’s pass down peace and stability to our families with the heart of a mother. We are one! |
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Answer to eradicate war and achieve peace!
Signatures in Support of the ‘Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW)’
DPCW 10 Articles 38 Clauses is a declaration to bring sustainable peace to the world by preventing conflict and enabling international supervisory institutions to play their role of mediating conflict.
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The DPCW can be legislated as a binding international law through the UN. Consequently, war will disappear from the surface of the earth, and everyone will be able to enjoy a peaceful world, bringing peace to regions suffering from conflict and bloodshed.
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