The preliminary rounds of the International Women Peace Group (IWPG)’s 6th International Loving-Peace Art Competition started to take place all around the world in May. This competition is part of IWPG’s peace culture initiative, allowing children to imagine and draw about peace. It has been held in major cities all around the world every year, and this year marks the 6th year. IWPG is also working to build various peace partnerships through MOU/MOAs, urge for the institutionalization of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW), provide Women’s Peace Education, and promote peace, laying the foundation for female solidarity and world peace. |
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MOU/A Signing for Peace Projects
-Women Around the World Uniting Under Peace |
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- Seodaemun Branch signs a peace MOA with Korea Women Association
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On May 1, Seodaemun Branch signed an MOA with Korea Women Association to strengthen partnership and mutual cooperation for women peace activities.
The two organizations agreed to hold consistent regular meetings, conduct peace education, promote and gather support for the DPCW, train female peace leaders, and engage in the carbon reduction international women’s campaign.
Bong Ae Oh, the president of Korea Women Association, said, “I’ve watched IWPG for a long time. I was moved my IWPG’s effort to bring all women together for the work of peace. Korea Women Association wishes to work with IWPG.” |
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- Global Region 2 signs MOA with CEDRO from Peru
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On May 9, Global Region 2 (Regional Director Seo Yeon Lee) signed a peace MOA with Centro de Información y Educación para la Prevención del Abuso de Drogas (CEDRO) online.
CEDRO, established in 1986, is a private NGO in Lima that is running a shelter for children exposed to the risk of drug abuse.
Carmen Masias Claux, the president of CEDRO, said, “I was moved by IWPG’s international activities. I want to raise women’s voices for peace with IWPG. I will participate in the International Loving-Peace Art Competition with the children in our organization.” |
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- Global Region 2 signs MOA with Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies
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On May 14, Global Region 2 signed an MOA with Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies (PCCDS).
Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies is a non-profit, non-governmental organization registered in Hebron in 2009. It works for the social, economic, political empowerment of women, and youth at the international level and the protection of the rights of socially marginalized groups.
Jamil Derbashi, the president of PCCDS, said, “PCCDS is honored to start a peace partnership within Palestine with IWPG, starting from the International Loving-Peace Art Competition.” |
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- Colombia Branch cooperates with Carlos Pizarro Leongómez IED
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On My 20, Colombia Branch (Branch Manager Ha Eun) signed an MOU with Carlos Pizarro Leongómez IED and held a meeting regarding the drawings from the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. The principal, Nubia Lancheros Roldan, encouraged other people to join IWPG while also explaining the value of this event to the students. |
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The International Loving-Peace Art Competition |
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On May 27, Buea Peace Committee of Cameroon held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Baptist Comprehensive High School with a total of 14 students. Lavngnag Jennia, Nyugap Candy Faith, and Amuh Bright were the award winners. |
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On May 21 and 22, Global Region 4 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Cameroon Yaoundé Mario School and Groupe Scolaire Bilingue Francois-Soh respectively. There were a total of 151 participants, including students and IWPG members and partners.
Ngono Jiselle, Dignity Jireh Nasako, Tchinda Eden, and Angwi Gary Smith were the award winners from each division.
The first place awardee, Ngono Jiselle, said, “I’m really happy. I want to spread peace all around the world, including my country.” |
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Yangon Branch in Myanmar (Branch Manager Crystal Po Gyaw) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary on May 25. 25 students from all grades participated with their parents.
La Woon Thinzar, Saw Junior Jewel Macario, Hsu Labb Win Lwin, and Naw Mindy Myrrh were awarded from each division.
Branch Manager Crystal Po Gyaw said, “It was difficult to arrange an outdoor event due to circumstances in Myanmar, but all the Branch staff came together as one and fulfilled their duty. Thanks to that, we were able to hold this event as a success. I’m proud of the talented participants. I hope that the mindset of peace spreads in Myanmar like the drawings of the participants.”
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On May 17, Rwanda held the preliminary of the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Rwanda Groupe Scolaire APADE. 200 participated in the school preliminary, and 18 participants advanced to the international preliminary.
Muberarugo Emmanuella, Habarurema Shima Best, Sangwa Shema Yannick, and Amani Balagizi Nelson were the award winners from each division.
Ntirikina Jean Jacques, an art teacher of Groupe Scolair APADE and the organizer of this event, said, “The competition was very exciting, and the theme was good. The students’ skills have improved compared to last year, and they are more enthusiastic. They really enjoyed drawing. Their drawing moved all of us, and everyone, including the teachers, students, and judges, were all satisfied.”
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- Rotterdam Branch, Netherlands
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Rotterdam Branch of Netherlands (Branch Manager Niurka van Adrichem) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary on May 4. 14 students participated in person, while 6 students joined from Zoom. The participants dreamed of a world where everyone in the world lives in harmony without suffering. |
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Paris Branch (Branch Manager Femy orianne Radji) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Casablanca, Morocco in cooperation with INSAF. Approximately 30 children came together to think about the value of peace. The Branch also held a peace workshop and quiz so that the participants could understand peace better. Ashraf Ibra, the partnership manager of INSAF, and Yusef Shoukhi, project manager, contributed to the operation of the event. |
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- East Gyeonggi Branch, Korea
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On May 19, East Gyeonggi Branch (Branch Manager Soon Jwa Park) held the preliminary of the International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Hwang-Guemsan Park with 100 children and youth participating.
Artist Hyeon Ha Kim, the judge of the event, said, “I was so happy with the event, and the children truly expressed ‘oneness with peace’. What’s more important than the results or the awards is giving children an opportunity to think about other children living in war and suffering. |
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Global Region 10 (Regional Director Baek Lee Jo) held the preliminary of the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Brightstar Montessori School in Iqbal town in Islamabad, Pakistan. This school signed an MOA with IWPG last year, and 300 students from all grades participated this year.
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On May 15, 30 students participated in the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary that took place at International School Karachi in Pakistan, held by Global Region 3.
Batool Kazmi, a teacher of International School Karachi and an IWPG Peace Committee Representative, said, “Peace culture is crucial for children, and all the participants had an opportunity to express their creativity for peace.” |
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On May 1, Global Region 3 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary at School of International Studies in Science & Arts in Lahor, Pakistan with 45 participants. Principal Saeeda Salim said, “It was a meaningful time for children this year and well, and I hope they have an opportunity to experience peace through this competition.” |
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On May 9, Global Region 10 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary and award ceremony at Istanbul Kağıthane Final Schools in Türkiye with 50 children, parents, and teachers. |
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On May 24, Global Region 10 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Texas Uplift School with 20 participants. London McCray, Samantha, and Hannah Gonzalez were the award winners from each division. |
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- Daegu, Pohang, Gyeongju, Andong Branch, Korea
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Global Region 5 (Regional Director Su Jin Park) hosted the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary with the 4 branches in Korea on May 11 and 18. 660 students in the Daegu Gyeongbuk area and dreamed of peace.
Lina Kim, one of the participants, said, “I was heartbroken by the situation in Nigeria when no one was aiding the country even though people were dying from war. I researched on wars and made material on it. I’m happy that I was able to express it through my drawing.” Another participant, So Min Han, said, “I thought of other children around the world suffering from war. I wouldn’t know what to do if war broke out in Korea. I hope peace is realized as soon as possible.” |
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On May 18, Global Region 10 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Daejeon Expo Hall. The event was co-hosted by the six branches in Korea and Central Association for Social Safety Prevention. 650 students, parents, IWPG members, VIPs, and staff gathered for the event. Esther Kim, the first place of the high school division, said, “I hope that the small efforts of everyone come together to make peace. That is what I thought while drawing.” |
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Uganda Branch (Branch Manager Atuhura Primrose) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Cruciform International Ministries on May 10. 27 children from Cruciform International Ministries participated. |
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On May 18, Iksan Branch (Branch Manager Young Sun Jeon) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Bandabi Sports Center within Iksan Sports Complex on May 18 with Iksan-si Federation of Disabled Persons, gathering 150 students and parents. |
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Kenya Branch (Branch Manager Sophy Aketch) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition on May 25 and June 13 in Kenya.
The competition was first held at Deliverance Church Kiserian with 12 elementary and 11 middle school students. The Branch educated children on the atrocity of war and value of peace, and the female teachers were introduced to PLTE.
After that, the same competition took place at Manywanda B Comprehensive School with 50 students. |
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On May 18, the Korean branches of Global Region 9 (Regional Director Mi Sook Lim) jointly held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Bupyeong Park with 700 children and youth.
IWPG prepared other programs like calligraphy, face painting, and craft making such as key chains. There was also a raffle event to give presents to the participants.
On Afghanistan child said, “I’m terrified because I see a lot of soldiers on the street. Women can’t go to school or go outside. I don’t want to go back home and I want to live in Korea, where it is peaceful.” |
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On May 10, Global Region 3 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary at New Era English School in Uttar Pradesh, India, with approximately 216 students from all grades. Principal Nazar Alam said, “I’m happy to be part of IWPG again to participate in the art competition and spread a culture of peace.” |
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On May 23, Global Region 3 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at the BAF SEMC Art Club in Bangladesh with 80 participants. |
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On May 14, Global Region 2 held International Loving-Peace Art Competition with Ashraq volunteer team in Damascus, Syria.
Dalia Harbi said, “I’m so happy to express my thoughts through passion and cooperation. I hope I can spread the culture of peace to others so that more people can participate.” |
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On May 24, Global Region 2 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary and art exhibition with 400 students and parents at Aster Bete Fikir School.
Coordinator Ji Eun Song, currently dispatched to Ethiopia, said, “The children looked so bright, and I could really feel peace.” At the same time, the parents were introduced to IWPG peace activities and recruited as IWPG members.
The vice principal of Aster said, “I want to teach children about the value of IWPG’s peace activities by hosting this competition every year.” |
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On May 22~29, Global Region 2 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Alpha School of Deaf, Sunnyside Secondary School, and Meserete Ethiopia School. The competition was very successful, gathering 1,000 children from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. An exhibition of the award-winning pieces of the 5th competition was held alongside the competition, catching the attention of many parents.
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In May, Global Region 2 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary in Yemen with 120 participants. Global Region 2 also held the competition in collaboration with Shabwa Governorate Henishan School for Boys and Ataq District Arwa School for Girls on May 5 and with Center of Art Culture and folklore on May 28 at Arabic Slot Hall at Al-Mualla, Aden.
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On May 15, Global Region 2 held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition with Hammurabi Human Rights Organization (HHRO) and the Ministry of Education.
Hammurabi Human Rights Organization is a human rights organization that supports and researches the advancement of human rights. They focus especially on education on the rights of Iraqi minorities, women, and children.
The competition took place at the Ministry of Education’s broadcasting station located in Bagdad with 60 students selected by each of the schools.
Ms. Pascale Isho Warda, president of HHRO, awarded the students with certificates and plaques. Aqeel Al Jabri, in charge of art within the Ministry of Education, was the one to present the awardees with their awards during the award ceremony.
Ms. Pascale Isho Warda said, “I’m happy that Iraqi children and youth participated in the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. I’m impressed by how they expressed peace through their drawings.”
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Colombia Branch held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition and exhibition on May 10 at Carlos Pizarro Leongomez IED school with 680 students, principal Nubia Lancheros Roldan, and vice princiipal Nelson Owaldo Lara Marti.
On May 14~16 and May 25, the art competition and exhibition of the award-winning drawings at La trocha – La casa de la pax and Plaza de Bolívar.
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On May 18, Global Region 2 IWPG Peace Lecturer Restituta Zephania and 20 students participated in the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at Bishop Alpha Secondary School. After the competition, 50 women in the Arusha region agreed to engage in peace activities.
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In addition, on May 23, the International Loving-Peace Art Competition took place in 4 elementary schools in Arusha, Green Balley, Sombetin, Osunyai, and Highview, with 60 students and nurse Adella Mcharl Temu.
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- Melbourne Branch, Australia
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On May 10, Melbourne Branch in Australia (Branch Manager Jesmeen Kaur Khera Bachan Singh) held the International Loving-Peace Art Competition at St. James the Apostle Primary in Hoppers Crossing, Victoria, Australia with 400 children.
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Partnership and Cooperation
-Meeting with citizens who want peace
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- Global Region 8 meets with YWCA President online
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On May 17, Global Region 8 met with Patricia Nyirenda Mubanga, Board President of YWCA Zambia, online. YWCA is actively working to advance human rights and empower women in Zambia, also tacking issues of violence and discrimination. She said, “PLTE should be provided to all. I hope many people get the opportunity to learn about peace.”
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- Global Region 2 meets with Ethiopian News Agency (ENA)
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On May 2, the IWPG delegation in Ethiopia met with Ethiopian News Agency (ENA). The delegation met with Negasi Ambaye Abay, deputy representative of ENA, and reporter Desta Kahsay Tesfay, and the two organizations agreed to sign an MOU for mutual partnership.
Negasi Ambaye Abay said, “Peace is crucial for all, and Ethiopia also needs peace activities. We will sign an MOU with IWPG and participate in the International Women’s Peace Conference in September.”
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- Global Region 2 visits education institutions in Ethiopia
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The Global Region 2 delegation in Ethiopia visited Ethiopia Teacher’s Association, Oromia Education Bureau, and schools in Ethiopia to promote the International Loving-Peace Art Competition.
They agreed to gather schools and students to participate by sending out official letters in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and other education institutions. The PICs of the institutions were very positive of the competition and promised to promote it to other organizations.
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- Global Region 2 meets with a broadcasting station in the Arab Emirates online
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On May 26, Global Region 2 met with Raja Asad Khalid, the editor-in-chief of The Leading News, a private broadcasting station in the Arab Emirates online to discuss hosting the International Loving-Peace Art Competition preliminary.
Raja Asad Khalid said, “I actively support IWPG’s peace activities, and I’m proud to be able to work with such an international organization. I will spread this news to several school principals and reporters, along with education institutions, so that this event can be held successfully.”
The two organizations agreed to sign and MOU for mutual cooperation.
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- Global Region 2 holds online meeting for International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Jordan
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On May 23, Global Region 2 met online with Amira Ali El-jarmal, the president of Our Step Association, to discuss hosting the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. Officials from Children Support also joined the meeting.
Amira Ali El-jarmal said, “I’m happy to host the art competition with IWPG. I will make sure many children participate.”
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- Global Region 2 meets with CEO of EBC in Ethiopia and proposes MOU
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On May 30, the IWPG delegation in Ethiopia met with Getnet Tadesse, CEO of EBC, Molalign, head of CEO office, and Wegayehu, reporter, at the EBC broadcasting station
CEO Getnet Tadesse said, “Peace is the most important. EBC also prioritizes peace, and we will support IWPG’s peace activities by broadcasting it.”
Global Region 2 will continue collaborating with EBC for peace in Ethiopia.
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- Global Region 2 is interviewed by OBN TV in Ethiopia
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On May 6, Global Region 2 was interviewed by Oromia Broadcasting Network (OBN) TV in Ethiopia. The IWPG delegation in Ethiopia presented IWPG’s peace activities and explained the DPCW. OBN TV promised to continue actively engaging in IWPG’s projects. |
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- Global Region 2 builds partnership with Ministry of Women and Social Affairs of Ethiopia
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On May 7, Global Region 2 met with the Mrs. Etagegn, the Head of Minister’s Secretary, to request a meeting with the Minister and leave an official letter requesting for a special award for the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. Mrs. Etagegn promised to forward the message to the Minister. The official letter will proceed after receiving approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. |
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- Global Region 2 discusses signing MOA with Ethiopian Women with Disabilities National Association
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On May 14, Global Region 2 met with Ms. Dibabe Bacha, President and Director of Ethiopian Women with Disabilities National Association (EWDNA), online to discuss signing an MOA.
EWDNA is a non-governmental, non-profit organization with headquarters in Addis Ababa and 9 branches in Amhara and Oromia. It has 20,000 members and works to empower women with disabilities socially, economically, and politically.
The two organizations agreed on the value of peace education and agreed to signed an MOA for further partnership.
Ms. Dibabe Bacha said, “I look forward to PLTE and wish to work continuously with IWPG. I hope this kind of work is also reported more in the media.” |
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- Colombia Branch meets with Carolina Niso
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On May 8, Colombia Branch met with Carolina Niso, independent journalist, at Club del Comercial to promote IWPG peace activities and find avenues of cooperation. Carolina Niso joined IWPG as a member and said, “I’m moved by IWPG’s work. I will try to spread this news of peace to the people around me.” |
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- Melbourne Branch meets with Elena Robertson and Sarah Chong
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On May 27, Melbourne Branch of Australia met with Elena Robertson, policy researcher, and Sarah Chong, the leader of Mi Care, online.
During this meeting, the participants agreed to create material on multiculturalism with a humanistic approach that compares various national frameworks on domestic violence gender equality. Elena Robertson will also provide a methodology to test behavioral data for peace education that will be created jointly. |
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- Melbourne Branch hosts Task Force Forum
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On May 18, Melbourne Branch of Australia hosted a forum on building a strong and safe community with Sarah Chong and her organization, Mi Care. The forum dealt with topics of gender role, feminism, femininity and masculinity, domestic violence, and gender equality. |
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- Global Region 2 discuss International Loving-Peace Art Competition with PCCDS
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On May 23, Global Region 2 held an online meeting with Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies to prepare for the International Loving-Peace Art Competition in Pakistan. Project Manager Deema Juneidi said, “We will talk to school principals and artists to prepare for this competition. I’m happy that Palestinian children and youth have the opportunity to display their talents to the world.” |
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- Sydney Branch meets with AusPak Women Association
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On May 12, Sydney Branch of Australia (Branch Manager Lydia Im) participated in Frienship Festival and International Mother’s Day event at North Ryde with Shafaq Jaffery, President of AusPak Women Association.
IWPG volunteers “Isn’t She Lovely (Mother’s Day ver.)” and “Lemonade (Mother’s Day ver.)” to celebrate the event and commemorate the sacrifice and love of mothers. |
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Peace Lecturer Training Education(PLTE)
-Peace Realized through Female Peace Lecturers
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On May 5, 12, and 19, Global Region conducted peace education lesson 8~10 at Rwanda Consumer’s Rights Protection Organization. A total of 3 lecturers are rotating to lecture, and 4 trainees completed all 10 lessons.
One of the lecturers, Jeanne d’Arc NA Nyirajyambere, director of Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture, said, “As I was preparing for the class as lecturer, my mindset for peace grew. All the trainees completed the curriculum and the assignments. I hope peace spreads in the community so that everyone become peace lecturers.”
One of the trainees, Basyisenge Elevanie, said, “If women and mothers fulfill their role in spreading peace and break barriers, we will be able to achieve our goal of peace realization.” Rose Marie Uwineza said, “I love the mindset of peace that IWPG instilled in, and I believe this is beneficial to many people.” |
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In May, IWPG members from Cameroon and Burundi participated in PLTE twice a week, from lesson 4 to 8. A total of 8 trainees from Yaoundé, Buea, and Bamenda of Cameroon and Bujumbura of Burundi participated in the online classes and submitted their assignments.
Afther the class, Chambi Julie said, “If we can stop war, the world would be a better place. The lecturers were very interesting.” Besem Vivian said, “I think I wasted my time in the past on peace activities that were useless. I tried to work for peace, but there were not successful in stopping war. Now I understand that.” |
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Global Region 10 started PLTE Class 24-2 every twice a week with lesson 1 on May 15. Alexia Cortez, a trainee, said, “Peace is the seed sowed in our heart, and this is the essence that we can spread to others.” |
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- Ulaanbaatar Branch, Mongolia
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On May 5, Ulaanbaatar Branch of Mongolia (Branch Manager Tumurkhuyag Enkhtaivan) provided PLTE at PolyTechnic University located in Hundred Tee City with 25 students and 1 teacher. |
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- Das es Salmaan Branch, Tanzania
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In May, IWPG Peace Lectuer Faraja Mwandembo of Das es Salmaan Branch of Tanzania (Branch Manager Pendo Addie Mwasakyeni) lectured PLTE lesson 8~10 online to 10 new trainees.
Rehema Mtipa Michael said, “The heart of a mother is needed to spread peace around the world and bring an end to war. Women must come together. IWPG can spread peace all around the world through its international partnership and network.”
Mary Mganda said, “There must be a peace network in each country, and each country should build a peace network and reflect upon their status. |
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On May 20 and 27, PLTE took place for 10 gender experts at Addis Abiba University in Ethiopia. This PLTE explains that everyone should unite regardless of nationality, religion, and ethnicity to spread peace and begins from us into our family, community, country, and international society. |
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On May 8, Global Region 4 held a peace awareness seminar at Myanmar Myitkyina Kachin Baptist Church with 25 participants. Peace Lecturer Kham Yin gave a lecture on PLTE lesson 1, 8, and 9 and emphasized the importance of peace in the community.
Kham Yin, director and founder of Shan Women Development Network, said, “It was good to introduce IWPG to female community leaders and religious leaders. I hope to continue engaging in peace movements with women in the community.” |
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Promotional Activities
-Efforts to expand peace projects
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- Palmira TV introduces and promotes IWPG
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On May 5, Ediht Castaño, the education manager of FCC, introduced IWPG and the peace activities currently taking place in Cali during a TV show hosted by Giovanni Ancizar Gutierrez Mora on Palmira TV.
After the show, anchor Giovanni Ancizar Gutierrez Mora said, “I think IWPG’s work is very important and beautiful. I hope we can see more of these peace activities in Cali.” |
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- Global Region promotes International Loving-Peace Art Competition in online meeting
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On May 24, Global Region 2 met online with Ahmed Elbriky, Youth Party, Representative, and other local figures to promote the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. |
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- Global Region 2 discusses partnership with Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia
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On May 7 and 13, IWPG visited the office of the President of Addis Ababa University to introduce the peace education program. IWPG met President Dr. Samuel Kifle Kidane and promoted IWPG and PLTE, and the president introduced IWPG to Dr. Sewalem.
Dr. Sewalem, the director of Gender Expert Department, proposed an MOU to IWPG and agreed to provide PLTE to university experts once a week. |
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- Colombia Branch promotes IWPG and PLTE
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On May 2, Colombia Branch visited Mea Permanente de Mujeres en el Trritorio and Biblioteca Pública El Jardín Cali and met the FFC education manager to introduce IWPG and promote PLTE.
On May 3, 13, and 20, IWPG visited Universidad del Valle and La trocha-La casa de la pax to promote IWPG and the International Loving-Peace Art Competition. La trocha is a gathering place for organizations working for peace and also helps guerilla victims. |
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- IWPG proposes partnership to leader of Muslim Cali in Colombia
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On May 10, Global Region 2 Carmen met Yanira Salas, leader of Muslim Cali. PLTE graduate Gloria Elizabeth Vargas introduced IWPG directly and shared her thoughts on peace activities. Both organizations agreed to build a partnership for peace activities including membership recruitment. |
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- Lilian Benedict Msaki of Tanzania introduces IWPG to new members
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On May 19, Peace Lecturer Lilian Benedict Msaki met with new IWPG members Estella Mgaya, Masalla, Amina Ally, and Raynah online and introduced IWPG.
Masalla said, “Women working for peace in IWPG are truly beautiful. I’m proud to have joined IWPG at this moment.” Raynah said, “I learned much through peace activities, and I’m grateful. I want to introduce IWPG to other women so that they can join. I hope more students participate in IWPG activities.” |
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Dissemination of a Culture of Peace |
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- Global Region 2 celebrates Apr 26 International Women’s Peace Day in Yemen and Colombia
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Global Region 2 celebrated Apr 26 International Women’s Peace Day overseas.
First, on May 4, women organizations in Yemen came together to commemorate Apr 26. This is the second event that was held in Sana’a. colombia Branch also hosted the ceremony in different districts on May 1, 4, and 6.
Das as Salaam Branch of Tanzania also held a peace walk in the city with IWPG members under the theme “Women Achieving Peace that the World Needs.” The participants came together to urge support for the cessation of war and DPCW. |
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- Berlin Branch cleans Rankwitz region
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On May 11, Berlin Branch in Germany (Branch Manager Yingyan Cao) cleaned the streets of Rankwitz. Berlin Rankwitz Regional Solidarity also joined, and through this activity, the branch was able to meet with various citizens that want peace. |
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Florence Chilese-Nkhuwa
Zambia
PLTE Completion
Lifeline/Childline Zambia
Chief Executive Officer |
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1. Please introduce yourself.
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My name is Florence Nkhuwa, the chief executive officer of Lifeline Childline Zambia. |
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2. How did you get involved with IWPG?
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I was introduced to IWPG through an interaction which we had when I went to New York and I found posters talking about IWPG. Then I got interested and then got in touch with IWPG to find out more about your organization. The first impression was very good. We did an e-mail exchange and we did a lot of exchange in of what both organizations do, what IWPG does, What Lifeline does. Then I think I hit the common ground that both organizations work out to do peace. And being a peacemaker myself, that was good to work with IWPG. Furthermore, as we got along, I had the privilege by IWPG to be invited to South Korea to attend the 9th Peace Summit. |
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3. What was the most impressive moment during IWPG peace activities? |
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The most interesting thing I found was, everyone wants peace and there was the common ground for everybody to talk about peace. There’s so much war and conflicts. And when I found that there is an organization that is already talking about peace in more broadly, I got very encouraged. |
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4. Is there a message you would like to convey to the IWPG Peace Family?
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I want them to continue working as they are to encourage more women, men to be peacemakers. For sure you are doing a great job and you should continue to get involved in peace which you have done for many years. It’s not easy, but as the peacemaker, you will have to continue to do yourself. |
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5. Is there anything else you’d like to say?
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In my country, it’s very difficult to spread peace because we don’t have wars and we don’t have a lot of conflicts. But that is more reason that people should know how to work with peace education. In that event, it shouldn’t happen because they know about peace, how to spread peace, how to spread love. We have people coming from other countries. So we must show that where they’re coming, there’s no peace, but in our country there’s peace. And we should continue spreading peace to them. For 60 years we have been privileged to be in a peaceful. |
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Information on Periodic Membership Dues 📨 |
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Click the button below, if you want to pay the IWPG periodic membership dues or to donate. |
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International Women's Peace Group
Chairwoman Hyun Sook Yoon
2nd Floor 22, Mabang-ro 4-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea (Yangjae-dong, Daewon Building)
Tel 02-577-7440 Fax 02-576-5990 E-mail iwpg@iwpg.org
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