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[HWPL] HWPL Peace Walk in Sri Lanka

Chairman ManHee Lee is the head representative of the global peace organization HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light), which is striving for the enactment and implementation of the international peace law 'Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW)'. The  DPCW is a legal instrument comprised of 10 articles and 38 clauses that can end wars and hostilities throughout the world. HWPL is also spreading a culture of peace and implementing peace education.

Chairman ManHee Lee experienced the cruelty and tragedy of war as a veteran of the Korean War. This is one of the reasons why he founded a global peace campaign as the head of HWPL. He has traveled the globe more than 35 times to meet and persuade politicians, legal experts, journalists, professors, peace activists, civil organization leaders, heads of tribes and others to unite them for the work of peace. The significant fruits borne out of his hard work are the World Alliance of Religions' Peace (WARP) Summit and HWPL Peace Committee. The DPCW was drafted and finalised by the HWPL Peace Committee.

How, you may wonder, do I know this? About 10 years ago, when I had just been discharged from military service, I came to know HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee while researching the topic of civil conflicts to satisfy my curiosity in ongoing global issues. At that time, the island of Mindanao in the Philippines was suffering from a major civil conflict that lasted more than 40 years, and Chairman ManHee Lee and HWPL resolved this conflict through non-violent means.

Chairman Lee brought an end to the conflict in Mindanao by holding a peace talk between the warring Catholic and Islamic groups. Before the talk, HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee held a Peace Walk to spread the culture of peace in Mindanao with the many locals who had gathered out of a desire for peace.

Chairman ManHee Lee's pressing appeal today is that humanity unites for sustainable peace in order to pass on the legacy of peace to future generations worldwide. He doesn't just talk peace, but has worked tirelessly for it through practical peace campaigns for over a decade.

I decided to become a supporter of HWPL and Chairman ManHee Lee's peace initiatives because I also desire a world of peace for all posterity.

Today I'd like to introduce an article regarding HWPL Peace Walk in Sri Lanka.

HWPL Peace Walk for the New Village Movement with Smart Gampaha Citizens

HWPL Holds Peace Walk in Gampaha, Sri Lanka… Strengthening Cooperation to Realize Global Peace

Gampaha, Sri Lanka – Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) successfully held the “Smart Gampaha Citizen HWPL Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement) Peace Walk” in Gampaha, Sri Lanka on February 22, 2025. The event began at the Saketha Reception Hall and ended at the Gampaha Botanical Gardens, with approximately 500 participants sharing the message of peace.

The event began with a keynote speech on peace by HWPL Chairman Man-hee Lee, followed by a congratulatory address by Hon. Neil Iddawala, Chairman of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). In his speech, he emphasized the importance of peace and cooperation and expressed his support for HWPL’s peace activities. In addition, the HWPL Sri Lanka Branch Manager and the Head of the International Law Department at HWPL Global 05 Branch in Korea gave speeches emphasizing the importance of HWPL’s peace initiative and the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW).

In particular, the event received a lot of attention as it was broadcast on Sri Lanka’s public broadcaster ITN (Independent Television Network). Through this, the purpose of the peace walk event and HWPL’s activities were introduced throughout Sri Lanka, and it became an opportunity to deliver the message of peace to many citizens.

MOU signed with HWPL for Peace Cooperation… Expands Cooperation with Various Organizations

This event was attended by various organizations and groups, laying the foundation for cooperation, and in particular, three organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for peace cooperation with HWPL.

1. M. S. M. Sadique, Founder of Association of Social Activities Development Sri Lanka

– He has contributed to peacebuilding through community development and social support activities, and at this event he emphasized that inter-agency collaboration is essential for peace in the community.

2. Mohamed Nasreen, Executive director of Center for Youth and Social Development

– He runs a program for youth empowerment and social development, and stressed that this event is a valuable opportunity for young people to learn and practice peace.

3. Dr. Kithmini Karunanayake, Principal of Trinity International College, Negombo

– She stressed that education plays a key role in establishing peace, and urged students and communities to take an active role in establishing a culture of peace.

In addition to these, the event was attended by various organizations and educational leaders who discussed practical strategies for realizing peace within the community and pledged continued cooperation.

HWPL, Efforts to Legislate Peace and Expand Peace Education

This peace walk event was held as part of HWPL’s global peace activities, and was held as an extension of the ‘Legislate Peace (LP) Program’ and the ‘9th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW).’ HWPL emphasized that integrating peace legislation and peace education into the national curriculum is a key strategy for long-term conflict prevention and reconciliation, and requested various organizations, groups, and individuals to participate in peace advocacy activities.

To this end, HWPL has dispatched a six-member delegation from its Global 05 Branch to Sri Lanka to hold meetings with government officials, educators, and civic leaders to discuss expanding the LP program, promoting peace education, and strengthening diplomatic cooperation.

The main objectives of this event are as follows:

1. Promoting development in the Gampaha region – Applying the core values of the Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement), self-reliance, cooperation, and diligence to community development.
2. Raising awareness of peace – Emphasizing that peace is an essential element in community development and encouraging citizens to participate.
3. Strengthening social solidarity – Supporting local residents with diverse cultures and backgrounds to become one through the common value of peace.
4. Encouraging youth participation in the peace movement – Providing youth with peace education and activity opportunities so that they can grow into future peace leaders.

Continuous Efforts to Achieve Peace

The event was made more meaningful by the banners, flags and messages symbolizing peace and unity, and was followed by discussions on peace building and civic responsibility. In addition, local organizations, educational institutions and civic leaders collaborated to support sustainable peace activities, and through media coverage and SNS promotion, the peace message was spread beyond Sri Lanka to the world.

“Smart Gampaha Citizen HWPL Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement) Peace Walk Event”

– One Step Towards Peace

This peace walk event was not just an event, but a meaningful step that can leave a lasting impact in promoting peace, unity, and cooperation. HWPL encourages all stakeholders to participate in this event and join in creating a more peaceful society, and pledges to continue peace activities and international cooperation.

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