HWPL Marks a Decade of Peace-Building with Global Celebrations and Future Strategies

Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) recently celebrated a significant milestone, marking the 10th anniversary of its World Peace Conference. With events spanning across 40 countries, the organization reflected on its decade-long journey towards fostering global peace and unveiled plans to further its mission. The main ceremony in South Korea, themed 'Building a World Peace Community through Interregional Cooperation,' highlighted HWPL's achievements, including a notable civil peace agreement in the Philippines, and introduced new initiatives aimed at enhancing peace efforts worldwide.

The anniversary events underscored HWPL's commitment to interregional cooperation and the importance of religious dialogue in achieving lasting peace. Chairman Lee Man-hee's vision of leaving a peaceful world for future generations continues to guide the organization's efforts. A key development from the celebrations is the launch of 'regional networks,' designed to tailor peace strategies to local needs, thereby addressing regional threats more effectively and leveraging local resources.

In addition to these strategic initiatives, HWPL introduced the 'Together: Connecting the Republic of Korea' campaign, in partnership with 230 civic groups. This campaign aims to foster social harmony and bridge cultural and generational divides within South Korea, drawing on the legacy of the Saemaul Movement. Such efforts highlight HWPL's innovative approach to peace-building, combining grassroots activism with global outreach.

As an NGO with special consultative status at the UN, HWPL's anniversary not only celebrates past achievements but also sets the stage for future contributions to international peace and the Sustainable Development Goals. The organization's expanding global influence and its model of peace-building through education, dialogue, and public engagement offer a blueprint for addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges. The widespread participation in the anniversary events across 40 countries is a testament to the growing recognition of HWPL's work and its potential to inspire further progress towards global peace and understanding.