U P F An Introduction

Mission The Universal Peace Federation is a global alliance of individuals and organizations dedicated to building a world of peace, a world where everyone can live together in freedom, harmony, and cooperation and with prosperity for all.

Purpose The picture shows the First Inaugural Assembly of the Universal Peace Federation at the Lincoln Center in New York in September 2005 UPF brings together the efforts of many individuals and organizations to build “One Family Under God.”

Core Values One Family Under God— Strong, healthy families Interfaith harmony and cooperation A culture of service Reconciliation and partnership Affirmation of spiritual principles

Strategic Initiatives Peace education and leadership conferences Peace initiatives and projects Global Peace Festivals

Peace Education The President of UNESCO’s General Assembly at an International Leadership Conference (ILC)

Peace Education Prime Minister Ratnasiri Wickramanayaka at the ILC co-hosted by the Parliament of Sri Lanka

Peace Education From left: Dr. Ernest Shonekan, former President of Nigeria Dr. Kanubai Gandhi, a grandson of Mohandas Gandhi, introduces himself to UPF Co-Chair, Dr. Hyun Jin Moon. Dr. Douglas Johnston promotes his book on Interfaith Diplomacy The ILC presents UPF Peacebuilding Principles and provides opportunities for new networks.

Assembly 2007 Representatives of the 194 nations and states at UPF’s Assembly 2007 in New York

UPF Peace Initiatives Interreligious Council at the United Nations Global and national peace councils Middle East Northeast Asia / South Asia Africa Americas Bering Strait Peace Tunnel World Peace Blessing

Interreligious Council at the UN GOALS: Draw on the wisdom and capabilities of religious traditions to address global problems. Develop network of interfaith peacebuilders. Create national and regional Interreligious Peace Councils. Jose de Venecia, Jr, former Speaker of the House of the Philippines Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan

Peace Councils (Right) The UPF Peace Council of Nepal helped bring government and Maoist forces to negotiate peace. (Below) The Peace Council of Albania.

Middle East Peace Initiative GOAL: Promote understanding and reconciliation among Jews, Muslims, and Christians; use the power of faith for peace. METHODS: Peace trips / fact-finding tours Interreligious dialogues Service projects Programs in arts and sports

Northeast Asia Peace Initiative GOAL: Peaceful reconciliation of the Korean peninsula METHODS: Arts & cultural exchanges Service programs Peace Embassy in Pyongyang Investment in N Korea The new Peace Embassy in Pyongyang was used during the recent North / South Summit Talks

South Asia Peace Initiative GOALS: End violence and promote stability in Nepal and Sri Lanka. METHODS: Parliamentary leadership conferences Interfaith dialogues Service projects The new Peace Embassy in Pyongyang was used during the recent North / South Summit Talks

Africa Peace Initiative GOAL: Work with African nations to raise a new generation of leaders. METHODS: Character education Interfaith Service Sports The new Peace Embassy in Pyongyang was used during the recent North / South Summit Talks

Americas Peace Initiative GOAL: Promote better relations among the peoples, faiths and nations of the Americas. METHODS: Leadership conferences Global Peace Festivals Service projects Sports The new Peace Embassy in Pyongyang was used during the recent North / South Summit Talks

Bering Strait Peace Tunnel GOAL: A peacebuilding link for the entire world METHODS: Government/NGO/private partnerships 52-mile tunnel linking Siberia and Alaska A vision to unite the continents in peace, and help build economic self-sufficiency. A briefing was held at the US Capitol in May, 2006 to discuss the economic and social implications

World Peace Blessing The Blessing affirms marriage and family and links families together as “One Family Under God.”

Projects of the UPF Women for Peace Interreligious sports competitions Character education Service Arts & culture Global Peace Festivals

Women for Peace Volunteers visiting children at the Ein Karem Hospital in Jerusalem during a peace trip.

Interreligious Peace Sports Festival Respect for religious beliefs, athletic competition, and lasting friendship

Character Education Teacher training seminar in the Gambia using the UPF Character Education Curriculum

Interfaith Peacebuilding Cooperation with UTS Interfaith Seminary to train men and women for leadership in peacebuilding

Youth Leadership The Youth Federation for World Peace educates a new generation of leaders for peace.

Building a Culture of Service GOALS: Use service to transcend barriers and develop character. Support UN Millennium Development Goals. METHODS: Bring together diverse people through service. Offer disaster relief. Build partnerships with NGOs, religious groups, and government. Service For Peace tsunami relief in Thailand

The world premiere of the Halelu Peace Cantata in Belgrade, Serbia Peace through the Arts The world premiere of the Halelu Peace Cantata in Belgrade, Serbia

Peace Communications UPF publications and videos are available in six languages; new translations are welcome.

New World Encyclopedia Knowledge that leads to human happiness, well being, and peace.

Global Peace Festivals The first Global Peace Festival at the Seoul City Hall in Korea, July 2007

Global Peace Festivals Bishop Abel Muzorewa, former PM of Zimbabwe, calls for a commitment to One Family Under God.

Global Peace Festivals Dr. Hyun Jin Moon and Mr. Martin Luther King III speaking at the Global Peace Festival in Manila