HWPL and IPYG host the 10th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace, bringing together diverse communities for peacebuilding
The Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) an international NGO affiliated with the UNESCO, in collaboration with the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG) and International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG), hosted the 10th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace, peace walk in Melbourne and around the world in 77 countries. The peace walk was held at King Edward VII Memorial, St Kilda on Saturday, 27 May 2023. Around 200 people from different multicultural groups such as South Sudanese, Oromians, Hazarans, consisting of youths, women and civil society joined the event to raise awareness and unite for the cause of peace.
The event commenced with MP Keith Wolahan, who also served in the Afghanistan war as a commando, shared the importance of peace and effects of war. “We should not forget any war, because every war is tragic and all the loss that come in a war are tragic ” Also proposed there are better alternatives to resolving conflicts rather than through war.
“Is conflict, and combat and violence really the best way to do it? Because there are many other ways to resolve differences. Resolve disputes in courts, resolve disputes in parliament, by talking.”
Brigadier Bob Slater, a war veteran and a community leader shared with the audience the importance of Australia’s role in peace keeping. A youth representative read out a Peace Letter, spoke on the importance of the progress of peace and the law of peace. Additionally, a flash mob performance from IPYG dance team, a dance to encourage all youths to stand together for peace.
Cr Jasmine Hill from City of Wyndham, opened the walk and was led by Brigadier Bob Slater which ended at Federation Square.
HWPL’s Chairman Lee also a Korean War Veteran gave a message internationally, urging for everyone to work together for peace.
“For the future generation, we should lay the foundation. We are all families of peace! I ask for your engagement and participation.”
For further information, please contact: auvic@hwpl.kr
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