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[HWPL] HWPL's MOU with Liberia Peacebuilding Office

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's MOU with Liberia Peacebuilding Office

Liberia Peacebuilding Office and HWPL Sign MOU: Strategic Partnership for Peace Education Implementation

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Edward Mulbah signing DPCW endorsement

The Liberia Peacebuilding Office (PBO) and HWPL have formalized their strategic cooperation to establish a foundation for institutionalizing peace education through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The signing ceremony was held on July 3rd in a conference room within Liberia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs with 14 key officials in attendance, including PBO Director General Sheikh Kamara, PBO Program Director Christopher Paiya, and Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Edward Mulbah.

This event was organized to build institutional foundations for establishing a sustainable peace culture within Liberia and served as a meaningful opportunity to formalize the peace cooperation framework between HWPL and PBO.

The Liberia Peacebuilding Office (PBO) is a specialized peacebuilding institution established in 2009 under the Ministry of Internal Affairs. PBO plays a key role in planning and implementing various peacebuilding programs for Liberia’s sustainable peace and stability. For 15 years since its establishment, it has served as an important bridge for peace settlement and conflict prevention in Liberian society.

The event proceeded with the following agenda: △Opening of the MOU signing ceremony △Presentation by HWPL Global 05 Liberia Branch Director △Presentation by PBO Director General △Signing ceremony and commemorative photography △Tea time with the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs and DPCW Support Signing Ceremony. Additionally, time was allocated to confirm mutual cooperation intentions between HWPL and PBO and to discuss future implementation plans.

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Edward Mulbah stated, “Peace is the foundation of world peace and stability. We must never compromise on any effort to build inner human satisfaction. Liberia will join HWPL in this effort,” expressing strong support for this cooperation.

Both delegations concluding the MOU signing ceremony with applause

Located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa, Liberia experienced two civil wars from 1989 to 2003, suffering severe casualties and social collapse. The country has continued national-level efforts for post-war peace and reconciliation. Particularly after conducting democratic elections in 2005 under UN peacekeeping support and regaining stability, peacebuilding remains a major challenge to resolve the remaining conflict elements and regional imbalances throughout society.

Currently, PBO performs comprehensive roles, including strengthening peacebuilding structures nationwide and providing advisory services for peaceful approaches to government policies through conflict sensitivity analysis. However, challenges remain, including the absence of institutionalized peace education, insufficient conflict management capabilities among young generations, and regional perception differences. This MOU, signed under these circumstances, is expected to serve as an important foundation for expanding peace education and connecting with civil society.

Through this MOU signing, both institutions plan to actively pursue the following: △Formation of working committees for joint development of peace education curriculum △Selection of model schools and development of educational materials △National expansion based on performance analysis of model school operations △Promotion of institutionalization through consultations with government departments and educational institutions △Regular monitoring and expansion of cooperation networks for sustainable operations.

               

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[HWPL] HWPL's Official Partnership for Peace with SOHAS Charity in Australia

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's Official Partnership for Peace with SOHAS Charity in Australia

HWPL and SOHAS Charity Establish Official Partnership for Peace in Sydney, Australia

On March 22, 2025, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light) and SOHAS Charity at the “Together in Harmony: Uniting for Peace” event held at the Granville Centre in Sydney. The MOU outlines both organizations’ commitment to advancing humanitarian projects and community-based initiatives aimed at promoting peace locally and globally. This partnership is expected to serve as a foundation for more practical and sustainable peace efforts.

SOHAS Charity is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting homeless individuals, asylum seekers, international students, migrants, and community elders—especially those who struggle to access basic necessities such as food and groceries in the midst of the pandemic crisis. Through this new collaboration, HWPL and SOHAS Charity aim to combine their strengths in peace advocacy and community support, working together to implement inclusive programs that foster social harmony and uplift vulnerable populations.

During the event, HWPL Sydney officially appointed Mr. Moses Vedamuthu and Ms. Marilie Bomediano as Deputy Branch Managers, reinforcing leadership capacity for peace initiatives in the region. A panel discussion was also held under the theme of citizen-led legislative peace programs, addressing topics such as the role of local governments, interfaith dialogue, refugee integration, and the importance of human rights education.

With the signing of this MOU, HWPL plans to expand its peace-building activities through close collaboration with SOHAS Charity. Together, the two organizations will pursue joint projects and promote community engagement, aiming to develop a practical model for peace that can be applied both in Australia and beyond.

              

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[HWPL] HWPL's Cleanup Activity in Korea

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's Cleanup Activity in Korea

Environmental Cleanup at Bongaksa Temple & Yongwangsan Trail, Mok-dong, Seoul

“A Clean Environment Creates Peace”

On July 20, a group of 25 volunteers from HWPL Global 08 Branch conducted an environmental cleanup activity at Bongaksa Temple and the surrounding Yongwangsan trail in Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. This initiative was organized to help preserve the local cultural heritage and natural environment, while also ensuring that residents can enjoy the area in a more pleasant setting.

The volunteers pulled weeds and leveled the ground in the courtyard and precincts of Bongaksa Temple, collecting fallen leaves and litter throughout the area. A staff member from Bongaksa Temple expressed gratitude, saying, “Thanks to their efforts, visitors can now enjoy a more pleasant environment when coming to the temple for prayer.”

After completing the cleanup at Bongaksa Temple, the volunteers moved on to the Yongwangsan trail, where they collected litter and removed tangled vines. With hidden waste and overgrown weeds cleared from the dense trees and rocky areas, the trail regained its original clean and beautiful environment.

This volunteer effort was more than just a cleanup. It served as a meaningful reminder of the importance of protecting the environment together as a community. A clean environment is the first step towards a peaceful life. The dedication of the volunteers has laid the foundation for citizens to enjoy Mok-dong and Yongwangsan in a safer and more pleasant setting. HWPL Global 08 Branch plans to continue carrying out various activities to protect the community, preserve cultural heritage, and safeguard the environment.

             

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[HWPL] HWPL's Peace Event in Madagascar

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's Peace event in Madagascar

Bemasoandro Cultural Festival: Unity in Diversity, A Celebration of Faith and Peace

On June 21 in Bemasoandro, Madagascar, a special program titled “Unity in Diversity: A Celebration of Faith and Peace” was held alongside the Bemasoandro Cultural Festival. Co-hosted by the city of Bemasoandro, the Islamic organization UMMI (Union Mouballighs Malagasy Ithna-anshari), and HWPL, the event gathered 401 participants.

This was the first time a city-hosted festival highlighted the theme of religious peace, creating a platform for harmony among diverse religions and local communities.

Sheikh Hamed Ibrahim of UMMI Madagascar stated:
“The purpose of this event is connection, mutual understanding, respect, and knowledge-sharing, especially promoting peaceful coexistence among different faiths. We aim to truly understand the meaning of unity in every way. Our goal is to establish peace and security on our island and across the world. To achieve this, we hope many will come to understand the beliefs of others. Let us unite to build a new society—one where peace thrives in diversity, where God’s love reigns, and where tranquility and progress can flourish.”

Community and religious leaders pledged to work together with HWPL for future peace initiatives, with the city of Bemasoandro expressing that HWPL’s presence made a deep and positive impression on the community.

Building on this success, HWPL plans to host additional interfaith peace events in other cities across Madagascar, continuing its efforts to spread a culture of peace rooted in mutual respect and understanding.

            

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[HWPL] HWPL's Peace Event on Mandela Day in South Africa

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's Peace event on Mandela Day in South Africa

Zinniaville Secondary School Commemorates Mandela Day with Youth Volunteer Activities

In a meaningful two-day program on July 17 and 22, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) organized a youth volunteer initiative at Zinniaville Secondary School in Rustenburg, South Africa, to commemorate Mandela Day.

The initiative formed part of the “Mandela Day Activity,” honoring the life and spirit of Nelson Mandela, who dedicated his life to advancing human rights, freedom, and equality. On the first day, 25 students participated in preparatory activities, while the main event on the second day brought together 1,150 students and staff. This gathering offered students a valuable opportunity to put peace and community spirit into practice within their school and local community.

During the event, students deepened their historical understanding by exploring an exhibition on Mandela’s life. They also created and displayed posters reflecting his values and legacy. In addition, they wrote heartfelt thank-you letters to their teachers and took part in a tree-planting activity to enhance the campus environment—actively demonstrating the values of peace, gratitude, and cooperation.

One student reflected, “Mandela’s journey reminds us that everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are passionate and dedicated about what they do.” Another asked, “As young learners, are we using our freedom to uplift others and remove the barriers that exist for so many?”

Zinniaville Secondary School has expressed its long-term goal of integrating HWPL’s peace education into the regular curriculum, aspiring to serve as a model of peaceful coexistence at both the community and national levels. The school officially recognizes HWPL as an educational partner and commends its peace education for making a tangible contribution to students’ character development and civic awareness. The recent Mandela Day commemoration is considered one of many successful outcomes of Zinniaville Secondary School’s ongoing commitment to peace education.