The 10th Anniversary Ceremony of the September 18th World Peace Summit was held at the HWPL Peace Institute in Cheongpyeong, Gapyeong County, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. The event was simultaneously hosted in about 40 countries worldwide, including South Korea, under the theme of "Building a Global Peace Community through Regional Cooperation." The event aimed to commemorate the contributions of world leaders and citizens toward peace over the past decade and to explore future strategies for global unity. The event was a testament to the commitment of individuals and organizations worldwide to achieving lasting peace.
A Decade of Peacebuilding
The HWPL World Peace Summits have been held annually since 2014, bringing together diverse stakeholders from around the world to discuss and promote peacebuilding initiatives. The summits have focused on a range of issues, including interfaith dialogue, conflict resolution, and the role of education in promoting peace.
Regional Collaboration for Peace
This year, the 10th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit was celebrated in key cities worldwide, including New Delhi, India. The event in New Delhi, held under the theme of “Building World Peace Community Through Unity in India,” brought together leaders from across the states of India. The summit engaged social representatives in peace projects in different countries, showcasing the importance of regional collaboration in advancing global peace.
The Role of Religion in Peacebuilding
Chairman Lee Man-hee of HWPL, a Korean war veteran, has emphasized the importance of interfaith dialogue and understanding in achieving peace. “We must work together to create a world of peace and leave it as a legacy for future generations. This is to fulfil our mission as a light that brings life to the global village. Only through love and peace can the world become one,” he said.
HWPL has been actively promoting interfaith dialogue and cooperation through its various initiatives. In India, the organization has been working with religious leaders and organizations to foster understanding and harmony between different faiths.
Education for Peace
HWPL recognizes the crucial role of education in promoting peace. In collaboration with the MERI Group of Institutions, New Delhi, an HWPL-MERI joint curriculum, “Economics of Peace,” will be launched on the MERI website, as MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). This university-level curriculum is designed to educate students about the economic implications of war and peace. The curriculum aims to foster a deeper understanding of the economic costs of conflict and the benefits of peace.
A Legacy of Peace
The 10th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summits has marked a significant milestone in the global peace movement. The event has demonstrated the growing commitment of individuals and organizations worldwide to working together to build a more peaceful and harmonious world. HWPL’s vision for a world free from conflict is inspiring, and its commitment to promoting peace through dialogue, collaboration, and education offers hope for a brighter future.
The 10th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit was a reminder that peace is not just a dream, but a shared goal that can be achieved through collective action. As the event concluded, participants expressed a renewed sense of purpose and determination to continue their efforts toward creating a peaceful and harmonious world.
