[#ManHeeLee #Peace_Story │ #Peace_Education in Romania] Teachers Unanimously said, “Peace textbooks are so perfect... No one can refuse."
▎ Romania Overcoming the Pain of War and Seeding Peace - The Story of HWPL Peace Education
The Balkan Peninsula, long marked by the scars of war and conflict, is now witnessing the hopeful winds of peace. At the heart of this movement is Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), led by Chairman Man Hee Lee, and the Romanian citizens and educators who have joined in this meaningful journey.
▎ A Special Bond Between Romania and HWPL
The connection between Romania and HWPL runs deep. In 2019, when Romania was appointed as the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, it designated HWPL as a partner organization in its peace initiatives. Former Romanian President Emil Constantinescu, now an HWPL Advisory Council member, has played a key role in supporting Chairman Man Hee Lee’s vision for ending war and achieving global peace.
Chairman Lee visited Romania six times, drawn by the country’s deep yearning for peace after enduring many conflicts throughout its history. Romania's war-torn past has made it especially receptive to the message of peace..
▎ “Peace Begins with Education” – Peace Education Takes Root in Romania
This desire for peace has found fertile ground in education. HWPL has signed MOUs with 19 schools in Romania, training 19 peace educators to lead meaningful peace education. A turning point was the Peace Education Conference held in Bucharest in April 2019, attended by over 700 participants, including educators, politicians, religious leaders, media figures, and youth organizations. It was a meaningful occasion to share the necessity and practical measures of peace education.
Since then, many schools in Romania have adopted HWPL’s 12-lesson peace curriculum, teaching values such as respect, forgiveness, love, and reconciliation. More than a theoretical approach, this curriculum encourages a transformative mindset toward peaceful living.
▎ Teachers and Students Alike Witness ‘Positive Changes’
The impact of peace education has been clear. Teacher Oana Lusan noted, “The children showed visible changes in behavior and developed broader perspectives on historical events.” She added that her students became more actively involved in global peace initiatives.
Teacher Simona Spirescu emphasized the importance of instilling kindness and love through peace education, saying it has the power to bring about a new beginning for humanity.
The most touching insights came from the students themselves. Yoana (12 years old) shared, “Peace education had a positive influence on my life. It made me reflect on what truly matters and how I had overlooked these values.” Aaron (7 years old) added, "The peace lessons we have learned will transform us into adults who uphold traditional values, become united with our families, and stand against the confusion that could lead to war."
▎ “A Perfect Curriculum” – Enthusiastic Praise from Romanian Educators
According to HWPL representatives, there was one consistent piece of feedback from Romanian teachers: “This peace curriculum is perfect.” From structure to content and examples, it’s easy to understand and universally applicable—earning high praise as an educational tool that no one can reject.
What’s especially moving is that the teachers themselves were the first to embrace the values of peace as they prepared for these lessons. Their personal transformation inspired the same in their students.
▎ Peace Is Growing Right Beside Us.
This beautiful peace movement that began in Romania is not just a project. It’s a seed of hope for future generations and a powerful step toward a world without war. Romania, rising from the pain of its past, is now blooming with peace. The journey continues, and HWPL’s peace education remains at the heart of this growing hope.
“Peace begins not with words, but with action.” Why not plant this same seed of peace in your own school or community?
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This curriculum complements and concretises existing education, including human rights and gender education, and is effective in helping individuals and society achieve harmonious development.
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