[HWPL]

[HWPL] HWPL's Arts and Peace Talk in Zambia

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 Arts and Peace Talk in Zambia :)

HWPL Zambia: From Pieces to Peace… Becoming One Through Dialogue and Art

An interfaith and art-based peace event titled “Art & Peace Talk Zambia: Zambia Moves Us from Pieces to Peace” was held on April 22 at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Ibex Hill, Lusaka.

The event was co-hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) Zambia Branch and MUZU Arts Collective, with the participation of the National Guidance and Religious Affairs (NGRA), and co-organized by Family Development Initiatives (FDI) and the Zambia Interfaith Networking Group (ZINGO).

In line with the “Brand Zambia Initiative,” launched in March by President Hakainde Hichilema, which emphasizes national unity and social cohesion, the event was held as a participatory program combining dialogue and artistic expression, bringing together religious leaders, youth, and community members. Participants experienced the process of coming together as individual “pieces” to form collective “peace,” while exploring new approaches to sustainable peacebuilding.

  

The program began with a Collective Peace Artwork activity where participants visually expressed peace. Participation began even before the official program, as attendees filled a large canvas with colors, experiencing the idea of “creating peace together.” In addition, artworks by MUZU Arts Collective and participants were displayed at the venue, allowing attendees to visually engage with the meaning of peace through various pieces.

In the opening remarks, HWPL emphasized that “peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the presence of solidarity, dialogue, and mutual respect,” highlighting the role of art as a tool that transcends language and connects people in the process of building peace.

This was followed by praise and prayer sessions from different religious traditions. Christian choir performances and Islamic nasheed were presented in the same space, demonstrating that despite differences in faith and expression, the shared aspiration for peace can unite people. This moment went beyond a performance, symbolizing harmony among diverse beliefs.

The core session of the event, the interfaith dialogue, featured representatives from Christianity, Islam, Baha’i, and Hinduism, who addressed the question: “What is the key connection that enables people from different backgrounds to become one?”

Sheikh Yussuf Ayami (Islam, Team Leader of Family Development Initiatives) emphasized that universal values such as respect, compassion, and justice—rooted in shared humanity—connect people. Swami Divyabodhananda (Hinduism, Representative of Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre) explained that unity does not require sameness, but arises from a deeper connection, presenting the concept of spiritual oneness beyond religious and cultural differences.

Participants further shared diverse perspectives on the meaning and practice of peace, building consensus across religions and generations. Mr. Victor Kagoli, Director of the Public Health Department of Lusaka City Council and Director of Lusaka City Junior Council, highlighted that peace is a key determinant of community health, stating that “communities that are united, inclusive, and respectful are healthier and more resilient.”

Since 2017, HWPL has continued interfaith dialogue through its World Alliance of Religions’ Peace Office, building a foundation for cooperation among religions. This event demonstrated the potential of a new form of peace activity that incorporates art, serving as an opportunity for a culture of peace to spread throughout Zambian society beyond religion and community boundaries.

HWPL Official Homepage

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/home-hwpl-_en/

                                                                                                                

[IPYG]

[IPYG] IPYG's Peace and Safety Program in Tanzania

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 IPYG's peace and safety program in Tanzania :)

Over 200 Tanzanian Youth Participate in Peace and Safety Program Organized by IPYG and Local Community

On April 25, the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG) conducted an integrated peace and safety program for local youth in Mwenge, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Held under the theme “Educating Peace and Securing Safety: Article 10 of the DPCW,” the event was organized to promote a culture of peace as outlined in Article 10 of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) while strengthening youth awareness of peace and enhancing community safety capacity.

Participants taking part in plogging, which combines jogging with litter collection

The program began with plogging that brought together more than 200 youth volunteers and local residents. Participants collected litter and cleaned public areas around the Mwenge Junction and New Mwenge Bus Terminal, contributing to environmental improvement efforts and encouraging active civic participation in community development.

Participants attending a fire extinguisher training session conducted by disaster management NGO Dingonet.

Following the plog-walking, a public awareness campaign titled “Educating Peace and Securing Safety: Article 10 of the DPCW (Spreading a Culture of Peace)” was held. Combining peace education with practical safety training, the campaign was designed to encourage youth to take an active role in maintaining safety and public order within their communities.

As part of the program, Dingonet, a non-governmental organization specializing in disaster management, provided hands-on training on fire extinguisher operation and emergency response procedures. Participants learned how to respond during the initial stages of a fire and practiced essential safety measures, strengthening their capacity to address emergency situations in everyday life.

The program was implemented through collaboration with various organizations, including Juhudi Mwenge Group, GPOTC, British School, Kilimanjaro Institute, Kinondoni Municipal Council, World Environmental Organization, No Limit Foundation, the University of Dar es Salaam, Dingonet, Tanzanian youth organizations, and Sisi Tanzania. Participating institutions supported participant mobilization and on-site operations, demonstrating the value of multi-stakeholder cooperation in community-based peacebuilding initiatives. Coca-Cola also contributed by providing beverages for participants.

An IPYG representative stated, “Our focus is on empowering youth to practice peace and safety in their daily lives. We plan to expand these initiatives through continued collaboration with local partners.”

HWPL Official Homepage

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/home-hwpl-_en/

                                                                                                               

[HWPL]

[HWPL] HWPL's International Education Webinar

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 international education webinar :)

HWPL hosts international peace education webinar,
“Beyond the Desk: Shaping the Future Generation”

On March 28, HWPL hosted an international peace education webinar under the theme “Beyond the Desk: Shaping the Future Generation.”

The webinar brought together about 100 participants from various regions around the world, including Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean. The event served as a multinational platform for dialogue, where participants shared challenges faced in the field of education and explored ways to address them based on the universal values of peace. In particular, the participation of youth leaders, education professionals, public institution officials, civil society representatives, and students showed a strong interest in peace education.

Representatives from seven countries presented the current state of education in their respective countries. They held in-depth discussions on common challenges faced worldwide, including school violence, conflicts in digital environments, and deepening social inequality.

First, Feggie Mphasi Mwale, Chief Education Officer of the Southwestern Education Division in Malawi, delivered a presentation on “Creating a learning environment that protects, empowers, supports, and inspires teachers and learners.” He emphasized the importance of consistently practicing peace education, saying, “When the message of peace is continuously delivered, students can internalize the value of peace.”

Dr. Judith Siakalima Muzona, Education Standards Officer at the Lusaka District Education Board in Zambia, pointed out that “social media and drug abuse are undermining peace within schools.” She stressed the need to introduce peace education so that students can develop empathy and conflict-resolution skills.

The participation of educators from Europe, including Belgium and the Netherlands, as well as Stephanie G.D. Croes, an advisor to the Ministry of Education of Aruba, showed that international consensus is growing on the importance and practical need for peace education.

The event also introduced HWPL’s peace education model, which helps students practice values such as respect, consideration, and coexistence in everyday life. In particular, through a demonstration of Lesson 6 of the peace education textbook on the theme of “consideration,” the session showed in detail how the curriculum can be effectively applied in educational settings.

During the webinar, participants identified common challenges faced by countries worldwide. They also agreed that, in a world where the effects of conflict and war continue to be felt, the values of understanding, tolerance, and unity must be intentionally taught to future generations. In addition, they reaffirmed the need to strengthen international networks among education professionals and to provide education based on the universal values of peace in order to address the challenges facing modern society.

To help educators apply peace education in practice, HWPL successfully completed its peace teacher training program from April to May and continues to lead efforts to expand peace education.

HWPL Official Homepage

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/home-hwpl-_en/

                                                                                                                

[IPYG]

[IPYG] IPYG's YEPW Safer Communities Project in UK

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 IPYG's YEPW Safer Communities Project in UK :)

YEPW in London, UK, Holds ‘Safer Communities Project’ Civic Dialogue

A Promise of Peace Created Together by Youth and Citizens

Amid a recent rise in religious and racial conflicts and hate crimes in the UK, IPYG UK organized the Youth Engagement & Peacebuilding Working Group (YEPW) and launched the ‘Safer Communities Project’ to encourage youth and citizens to build a culture of peace together. As part of this project, the “3rd Citizens’ Dialogue” was held both online and in person on February 21 at St. Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace in London. A total of 101 people attended the event.

Since launching its first Citizens’ Dialogue in October 2025, YEPW in London, UK has steadily expanded its activities. Citizens from more than 10 cities across the UK identified common issues—such as isolation, misinformation, and the lack of peace education—which have been cited as causes of hate crimes, and shared their perspectives. Participants then became active agents of peace initiatives by engaging in educational programs designed to strengthen reconciliation and dialogue skills, as well as community outreach activities.

In particular, the “3rd Citizens’ Dialogue” centered on the message that “diversity” is not a factor that divides society, but rather the foundation for building strong and healthy communities.

Dabi Jacob Dominic Beko, co-chair of the Ambassadors of Peace East Africa, and Najma Abdi, a community-based knife crime prevention activist and ward manager of the Labour Party, publicly signed the “Declaration on Leadership for a Culture of Peace.” They expressed their commitment to realizing a culture of peace in accordance with the spirit of the “Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War” (DPCW) and the UN’s “Resolution on Human Rights and a Culture of Peace” (A/HRC/RES/55/17).

“I believe in the power of civic dialogue like one — The Safe Community Project — that’s what has brought me here today. Peace comes when everybody who is hurt has a place at a table like this one — and can speak with us about what they think,” said Co-Chair Dabi Jacob Dominic Beko as he reflected on the significance of civic dialogue. “That habit you build within yourself makes you peaceful, and that’s when you can take peace to others.”

“The Affirmation of Culture of Peace was an honour to sign,” said Manager Nazma Abdi. “I wasn’t signing with my hand, but with my heart and my mind — to me, it was a pledge, I will work together with you for peace.”

Additionally, event participants signed the “Civic Record,” collectively expressing their intention to engage in dialogue and action for peace.

Based on the outcomes of this Civic Dialogue, YEPW in London, UK plans to further develop the youth-led “Safer Communities Project.” The action items derived from each Civic Dialogue will lead to concrete activities aimed at fostering a culture of peace within British society. Through YEPW, IPYG continues to carry out youth-led initiatives that encourage people of different generations and members of civil society to participate in addressing community issues and building peace together.

HWPL Official Homepage

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/home-hwpl-_en/

                                                                                                              

[HWPL]

[HWPL] HWPL's Peace Cooperation at the International Christian Peace Academy in Zambia

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 Cooperation at the International Christian Peace Academy in Zambia :)

Zambian government and Christian leaders discuss peace cooperation at the International Christian Peace Academy (ICPA)

On March 14, HWPL held the “International Christian Peace Academy (hereinafter referred to as ICPA) & Fellowship Gathering” in Lusaka, Zambia.

The event was held in cooperation with National Guidance and Religious Affairs (NGRA), an institution under the Office of the Vice President of Zambia, and the Zambia Interfaith Networking Group (ZINGO), with about 90 participants in attendance, including Christian leaders, pastors, media representatives, and volunteers. Major Christian organizations, including NGRA and ZINGO, as well as the Independent Churches of Zambia (ICOZ), Missionary Ambassadors for Global Evangelism (MAGE), and the Apostolic Council of Churches (ACOC), also joined the event. Participants held wide-ranging discussions on ways to promote peace and social harmony within local communities.

In his welcoming remarks, Sivers Hamukoma, Secretary General of ZINGO, said, “True unity can be achieved when churches from different traditions and denominations engage in dialogue with humility and mutual respect. I hope this ICPA program will serve as a meaningful platform where Christian leaders can reflect on the Bible together and consider how faith can contribute to social peace.”

After watching the ICPA lecture, participants took part in an activity to explore answers to key questions based on the Bible. They then held a discussion on the role of faith in promoting peace and shared diverse perspectives on how religious leaders can contribute to harmony and reconciliation within local communities.

Participants noted that the event provided a meaningful platform for dialogue on interfaith understanding and cooperation, and expressed their hope that collaboration with HWPL would continue to expand.

Meanwhile, the event was especially meaningful as it was held in the year marking the 10th anniversary of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW), proclaimed by HWPL on March 14, 2016. Drafted with the participation of international law experts, the DPCW emphasizes international cooperation for sustainable peace, including freedom of religion and the spread of a culture of peace. Based on this spirit, HWPL operates the ICPA and continues to expand interfaith understanding and cooperation together with Christian leaders around the world.

HWPL Official Homepage

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/home-hwpl-_en/