Building “True World Peace”… HWPL’s 9th Anniversary of the September 18th World Peace Summit

Building “True World Peace”… HWPL’s 9th Anniversary of 

the September 18th World Peace Summit

Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL, Chairman Man Hee Lee) successfully held the “9th Anniversary of the September 18th Peace Summit” from August 18 to 21. The event, hosted at the Grand Hyatt Incheon and other venues, welcomed over 1,800 participants from 121 countries, including the U.S., the Philippines, South Africa, Pakistan, Thailand, Romania, and India. Notably, representatives from Ukraine, currently in conflict with Russia, also joined, adding greater significance to the gathering. The anniversary became a crucial platform for discussions on institutionalizing peace.

During the event, concrete strategies were discussed for the establishment of a legally binding international peace law. At the “Global Peace Leaders Conference” on August 18, the Philippines was highlighted as a successful case of institutionalizing peace. The Bangsamoro region in the southern Philippines had suffered from conflict for over 40 years, but through Chairman Man Hee Lee’s mediation, a comprehensive agreement was reached between the government and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, ending the dispute. In line with this, Philippine officials agreed to advance activities calling for the implementation of the DPCW (Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War).

At the International Youth Peace Conference, young people from more than 50 countries agreed to promote peace advocacy activities over the next year. On August 19, the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) held a session focusing on topics such as ▲empowering women as key actors in peacebuilding, ▲creating a culture where peace becomes part of daily life, and ▲ensuring the sustainability of peace through institutional measures. 

HWPL also placed great emphasis on its Peace Education initiative during the anniversary. Throughout the event, it signed MOUs and MOAs with over 140 organizations, including five national Ministries of Education and five UNESCO National Commissions. A key agenda was the need to provide peace education opportunities to marginalized communities, leading HWPL to propose ICT support projects in cooperation with relevant countries and organizations. These efforts aim to foster a future generation that embodies the spirit of peace as global citizens.

Additionally, the “World Religious Peace Academy” was launched during the ceremony, bringing together leaders from Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Islam, and Christianity across five sessions. Participants studied each other’s scriptures with open hearts, fostering understanding and harmony. To date, HWPL has established 282 religious alliance offices in 131 countries, with plans for further expansion following this anniversary. These initiatives represent a significant turning point in overcoming religious conflicts and advancing toward peace.

HWPL has consistently proposed multi-dimensional strategies in cooperation with governments, international organizations, and civil society to pursue sustainable peace. The 9th Anniversary of the September 18th Peace Summit served as both a reflection of past achievements and a roadmap for the future. HWPL’s vision of “true world peace” is now moving toward concrete actions through the collective efforts of nations worldwide.

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