IWPG Global 1st Branch Holds Nigeria Women’s Peace Education Class 25-2-2 Graduation Ceremony
On August 30, the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) Global 1st Branch held the graduation ceremony of the “Women’s Peace Education Basic Course” Class 25-2-2 in Nigeria through an online platform. A total of 30 participants successfully completed the program, taking an important step toward peace. The program began with an orientation on June 21 and continued for eight sessions. Two teams—Kids and Teens Resource Center and the Margaret Team—participated, with Chikodili Deborah Ekweozoh, the Washington D.C. branch director, leading as instructor.
In her congratulatory address, Global Director Yeon Gyeong Kang praised the dedication and commitment of the graduates. She stated, “With this graduation, you have taken your first precious step toward peace,” expressing hope for continued cooperation through the Peace Committee. She also emphasized that peace activities should extend beyond individual growth to societal transformation. This moment symbolized not merely the completion of a course but the establishment of a foundation for sustainable peace.
Participants also shared their reflections during the ceremony. Executive Director Bamigboye Folashade mentioned that she realized how peace expands from the individual to families and society. She pledged to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the training to ensure that the next generation becomes agents of peace. Likewise, Omgbu Odiri Obukowho Margaret, leader of the Margaret Team, emphasized that peace is a state where dialogue, respect, and harmony coexist.
The graduation also highlighted the instructor training program. This initiative provides opportunities for participants to teach in other countries through a global lecture platform. It also expands networking with international instructors and offers chances to participate in official IWPG events. The Global 1st Branch announced its plan to strengthen the teaching capacity of Nigerian graduates and proceed with the third round of peace education.
Meanwhile, IWPG is an international NGO registered with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the Department of Global Communications (DGC). It carries out various educational and cooperative projects to realize sustainable peace through women’s solidarity worldwide. The Nigeria peace education program has become a meaningful foundation for empowering women as key players in building peace.
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