Education and human development

Bonn, Germany—UPF celebrated the relatively unknown International Day of Happiness.

Munich, Germany—Almost 30 people attended the closing event of artist Uk-Je Kang’s exhibition at the UPF offices.

Bratislava, Slovakia—The 100^th birthday of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon was honored at a special program held by UPF-Slovakia.

Lisbon, Portugal—UPF-Portugal joined an international Lusophone organization in visiting the parliament of Portugal.

The main IAAP Assembly was held from February 4-5 with prominent scholars and academics from around the world.

Stuttgart, Germany—On the occasion of the Chinese New Year, about 120 guests and friends of UPF celebrated at a musical benefit.

Frankfurt, Germany—Pastors and representatives of various religions and cultures attended a UPF celebration of the Lunar New Year.

Birmingham, United Kingdom—Forgiveness and its relevance to our lives were discussed at a meeting that drew an audience of 45.

Geneva, Switzerland—UPF held its first seminar of the year for Ambassadors for Peace, with 12 attendees.

Lisbon, Portugal—A UPF-Portugal delegation had a meeting with Professor Paulo Mendes Pinto to introduce him to UPF and its activities.

Monza, Italy—The ethical dimension of sport was discussed at a conference held in northern Italy.

Lisbon, Portugal—UPF organized three working meetings of Ambassadors for Peace in order to implement the UPF character education program.

Lisbon, Portugal—UPF representatives explained about the federation’s achievements and core values in a visit to a committee leader.

Lisbon, Portugal—The leader of UPF introduced the organization’s worldwide accomplishments, including the recent Africa Summit.

Rome, Italy—The potential of Mediterranean nations in building peace was discussed at a UPF seminar held in the Italian Senate.

Lisbon, Portugal—The leader of Youth and Students for Peace discussed youth programs with a longtime ally of UPF.

Lisbon, Portugal—UPF and the leader of an affiliated youth organization met the supreme leader of the Tocoist Church.

Closing plenary session.

Media in the 21st Century: Challenges and Opportunities

Education for Peace and Human Development