[HWPL Peace Summit] Celebrating a Decade of Peace: HWPL’s 10th Anniversary

Celebrating a Decade of Peace: HWPL’s 10th Anniversary

On September 18, the 10th anniversary of the HWPL Peace Summit was celebrated with an inspiring gathering of over 100,000 participants from around the globe, including 122 countries. This landmark event, hosted by the Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), marked a significant milestone in the journey toward building a peaceful global community.

The central theme of the celebration was “Creating World Peace Community Through Regional Collaboration” This theme resonated throughout the event as leaders and citizens reflected on the contributions made over the past decade and strategized for future efforts in global harmony. Notable attendees included prominent figures such as the Venerable Hyechong of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and Jeronimo dos Reis, the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Culture of Timor-Leste.

In his keynote address, HWPL Chairman Man Hee Lee expressed gratitude to all attendees, emphasizing the importance of unity and collaboration. He urged participants to move beyond divisions and to work together, stating, "Let us not draw lines between 'you' and 'me,' but unite through love and peace to nurture our planet."

The event highlighted the practical outcomes of HWPL's peace initiatives since 2014 and focused on establishing regional networks tailored to local contexts. These networks aim to proactively address peace threats in communities, fostering collective strength and collaboration.

Aligning with the event’s theme, HWPL announced new partnerships with the G7+ and the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (PARLATINO) to enhance peace initiatives. These partnerships aim to promote stability and development in conflict-affected regions.

Additionally, the launch of the “DongHaeng: Connecting South Korea” campaign was a highlight of the ceremony. This campaign, involving over 230 civil society organizations, seeks to bridge generational gaps and foster intercultural understanding through various peace activities.

The campaign draws inspiration from the Saemaul Undong, a movement that transformed South Korea's rural landscape in the 20th century, aiming to promote social cohesion and overcome societal divisions based on age, region, gender, and ideology.

As HWPL continues to expand its efforts globally, the vision remains clear: to empower individuals to become peace ambassadors. Through community-driven sessions across diverse sectors, the campaign will share messages advocating for peace and unity.

Since its inception in 2014, HWPL has been at the forefront of promoting dialogue among diverse stakeholders to address conflicts and foster religious harmony. This anniversary celebration not only commemorates past achievements but also sets a hopeful trajectory for a future where peace is a shared responsibility among all.

Let us join hands in this vital mission and work together to create a world where peace prevails.

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