World Braille Day 4 January

What is Braille?

Braille is a tactile representation of alphabetic and numerical symbols using six dots to represent each letter and number, and even musical, mathematical and scientific symbols. Braille (named after its inventor in 19th century France, Louis Braille) is used by blind and partially sighted people to read the same books and periodicals as those printed in a visual font.

 

Braille is essential in the context of education, freedom of expression and opinion, as well as social inclusion, as reflected in article 2 of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

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Writing peace... in Braille

"Writing Peace" is a manual that invites young audiences to become aware of the interdependence of cultures through familiarization with contemporary writing systems, their history, and their mutual borrowings. It provides a concrete introduction to many writing systems, including Braille.

https://www.un.org/en/

 

#DPCW_1038 #INTERNATIONAL_DAY #HWPL #UN #BRAILLE #PEACE

#PEACE_WALK #IWPG #IPYG #HUMAN_RIGHTS

Exhibitions: Peace Museum of Davao City, Mindanao

Exhibitions

On 26 January 2016, Davao Museum opened a section named the Peace Hall for a special exhibition themed on HWPL’s peace work in Mindanao. 

Davao City Library added records of HWPL’s peace work to their book list for the public and decided to host a continuous educational program open to students and the general public to promote peace.

Peace Museum of Davao City, Mindanao

http://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/

#PEACE #HWPL #DPCW_1038 #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

#PEACE_LETTERS #PEACE_WORLD #NO_WAR #PEACEBUILDING

 

DPCW_1038 : Peace we write, one minute is enough

 

Please become a messenger of peace and share the need for the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) with the leaders around the world!

 

http://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/

#PEACE #HWPL #DPCW_1038 #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

#PEACE_LETTERS #PEACE_WORLD #NO_WAR #PEACEBUILDING

 

192

Peace Letters 

Delivered 

Countries

564,445

Participated in the Peace Letter Campaign (On/Offline)

 

 

Peace we write, one minute is enough.

With the current international legal instruments from the UN, it is difficult to cease wars. The DPCW is an international legal instrument on peace which can leave a world of peace as a legacy for the future generations. Please share the need for the DPCW with the leaders around the world.

The power to achieve peace begins with our hands.

Please become a messenger of peace and write a Peace Letter.

We urge the following.

Please cooperate with us so that the DPCW can be introduced and adopted by the UN.

Please support the DPCW so that it can be developed as a legal instrument of peace.

Please send your replies to the Peace Letter.

DPCW_1038 : Communication and Cooperation for the Realization of the World of Peace

 Communication and Cooperation for the Realization of the World of Peace

The handwritten peace letters, as part of the Peace Letter Campaign, promote peace awareness among citizens and highlight the important role that civil society plays as an active actor in the peacebuilding process.

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This campaign also strongly urges for support and implementation, at both the national and international levels, of a legal mechanism to ensure and maintain peace. In this way, campaign activities are being conducted based on continuous communication and cooperation between civil society and the government with the purpose of implementing the international law for peace.

 

http://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/

#PEACE #HWPL #DPCW_1038 #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

#PEACE_LETTERS #PEACE_WORLD #NO_WAR #PEACEBUILDING

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness, 27 December

UN Response to COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is more than a health crisis; it is an economic crisis, a humanitarian crisis, a security crisis, and a human rights crisis.

 

This crisis has highlighted severe fragilities and inequalities within and among nations. Coming out of this crisis will require a whole-of-society, whole-of-government and whole-of-the-world approach driven by compassion and solidarity.

 

The UN Secretary-General has launched the UN Comprehensive Response to COVID-19 to save lives, protect societies, recover better.

 

 

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COVID-19 is a human tragedy. But it has also created a generational opportunity. An opportunity to build back a more equal and sustainable world.

 

The response to the pandemic, and to the widespread discontent that preceded it, must be based on a New Social Contract and a New Global Deal that create equal opportunities for all and respect the rights and freedoms of all.

 

https://www.un.org/en

#UN #INTERNATIONAL_DAY #COVID_19 #HUMAN_RIGHTS #PANDEMIC

#WARP_OFFICE #HWPL #DPCW_1038 #IPYG #IWPG

DPCW_1038 : FAQ ABOUT HWPL 1

Q. Is there a possibility that the DPCW can be legislated as a legally-binding document?

 

https://www.hwp.kr/

 

A : HWPL has been engaging in and continuously expanding “Legislate Peace” project, in order for every state and individual in the world to take part in supporting the DPCW and in the effort to introduce the DPCW as a UN resolution.

Civil societies gathered their hearts for peace through the LP project and sent their letters to people from various walks of life around the world, and high-level leaders from multiple countries also have been sending their support for the DPCW.

 

The voices of the civil societies can change the world in a better direction. Since HWPL is working with civil societies from around the world, we believe that the potential for the DPCW to become a legally-binding document is very high.

 #PEACE #DPCW_1038 #IWPG #WARP_OFFICE #PEACE_WORLD #IPYG

 

WE ARE ONE

DPCW_1038 : HWPL Promises Peace and Acts Upon the Promise

HWPL Promises Peace and Acts Upon the Promise

 

In 2013, HWPL declared through the Declaration of World Peace that, to end wars and bring peace to the global community, a new international legal instrument was needed.

 

At the 2014 World Peace Summit, legal and political leaders from around the world signed an agreement with HWPL to work together on drafting such a document.

 

https://www.hwpl.kr/

 #DPCW_1038 #UN #WORLD_PEACE #HWPL #WARP_OFFICE #IPYG #IWPG

In just a year and a half, on 14 March 2016, the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) was proclaimed, and HWPL is actively committed to the introduction of the DPCW into international law.

 

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WHAT WE DO

International Migrants Day 18 December

Promoting safe migration

Migrants and displaced people represent some of the most vulnerable and marginalized groups in society. Migrants have proven to be a source of prosperity, innovation, and sustainable development to countries of origin, transit, and host countries.

 

The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) offers the opportunity and guidance to actualize human mobility and seize the opportunities it presents.

 

On this International Migrants Day, and every day, IOM reaffirms its commitment to promoting a humane and orderly management of migration for the benefit of all, including the communities of origin, transit, and destination.

 Watching the video to learn 5 ways states can promote safe migration.

 

https://www.un.org/en/

 

#UN #MIGRATION #HWPL #WARP_OFFICE #DPCW_1038 #IPYG #INTERNATIONAL_DAY

 

Global Issues: Migration

The UN Migration Agency (IOM) defines a migrant as any person who is moving or has moved across an international border or within a State away from his/her habitual place of residence, regardless of (1) the person’s legal status; (2) whether the movement is voluntary or involuntary; (3) what the causes for the movement are; or (4) what the length of the stay is.

DPCW_1038 : Get Together with Refugees from all backgrounds

On October 22, a seminar titled “Get Together” was held in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, co-hosted by IPYG Switzerland and House of Culture, which is an institution of the Cantonal Social Welfare Office of Schaffhausen. Since September last year, IPYG has been conducting seminars with Switzerland’s “House of Culture” for peaceful co-existence between Swiss locals and refugees, protection of human rights of refugees, and cooperation in establishing a sustainable future foundation for refugees. The employees of the House of Culture, local residents, and refugees living in Switzerland have participated in these events. This time, refugees from nine different countries attended the event, and many Ukrainian refugees participated.

#HWPL #GET_TOGETHER #WOMEN #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

 

According to the UNHCR, as of May 2022, the number of displaced people around the world increased to more than 100 million. In particular, more than 7.78 million Ukrainian refugees (over 14.85 million cumulative) are counted due to the war between Ukraine and Russia. Switzerland took in more than 66,000 Ukrainian refugees.

 

The IPYG Switzerland branch said, “In order to build mutual understanding among refugees from different ethnicities as well as Swiss locals we organised a cultural exchange, to show how we all have the desire for peace and the hope to end all wars – including the Russia-Ukraine war as soon as possible.”

 

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en/

#IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE #SWISS #RUSSIA_UKRAINE #REFUGEES #DPCW_1038 #HWPL #PEACE_WORLD

 

International Mountain Day 11 December

2022: Women move mountains

This FAO website highlights the key role women play in environmental protection and social and economic development in mountain areas. It can help you to create awareness and take action for bringing positive change to mountain peoples and environments around the world. Celebrate mountain day in the best way possible! Visit a mountain! 

https://www.un.org/en

 

Women move mountains

The theme of this year's International Mountain Day (IMD) on 11 December will be Women move mountains.

 

Women play a key role in mountains' environmental protection and social and economic development. They are often the primary managers of mountain resources, guardians of biodiversity, keepers of traditional knowledge, custodians of local culture, and experts in traditional medicine.

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Increasing climate variability, coupled with a lack of investment in mountain agriculture and rural development, has often pushed men to migrate elsewhere in search of alternative livelihoods. Women have therefore taken on many tasks formerly done by men, yet mountain women are often invisible due to a lack of decision-making power and unequal access to resources.

As farmers, market sellers, businesswomen, artisans, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, mountain women and girls, in particular in rural areas, have the potential to be major agents of change. When rural women have access to resources, services, and opportunities, they become a driving force against hunger, malnutrition, and rural poverty and are active in the development of mountain economies.

 

International Mountain Day 2022 is an opportunity to promote gender equality and therefore contribute to improving social justice, livelihoods and resilience. 

 

Get to know more about women in mountains and use FAO's, communication materials in all six UN languages, which are available on their website.

While Women move mountains is the suggested theme for 2022, countries, communities, and organizations are welcome to celebrate IMD through a theme that is more relevant to them.

 

Celebrate this International Day 2022 with your community and friends preparing an event or joining the conversation on social media using the hashtag #MountainsMatter. Pass on some of the key messages, or share about the important role of women in mountains, or post, or a photo of your favorite mountain.

 

#HWPL #UN #INTERNATIONAL_DAY #WOMEN #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

 

DPCW_1038 : The Role of Women in Establishing Peace

Date and Time: Saturday, November 26th, 2022, 3:00 PM (CET)

Location: Online (Zoom)

Topics: Women’s Rights, Human Rights, Peace Establishment

Host: HWPL Northern Seoul and Gyeonggi Branch

 

Introduction Webinar

On November 26, 2022, HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light), in cooperation with IWPG (International Women’s Peace Group) and the MMFLP (Global Movement of Pan-African Women Leaders), a network that carries UN Women’s commitments, hosted the Human Rights Forum

“The Role of Women in Establishing Peace”.The online forum was held to raise awareness on the protection of women’s rights, to review the status of women’s participation in the peace process, to understand and recognize the impact of women and the cooperation between women organizations in achieving sustainable peace.The five actors related to women’s rights (NGOs and experts), Mrs. Minerva Kadar Afonso, Dr. Aicha Bacha, Mrs. Céline Marie Yolande Via, Mr. Dadastone Ipoma and Mrs. Grace Mele, gave a speech about women’s right and their participation in the peace process with a focus on United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.

 

Background Information

Defending women’s rights and encouraging their participation in society can only be a positive impulse to make the world a better place. As an agent of change, every woman has the power to influence her immediate environment and change the global order to achieve more equal and peaceful societies. 

However, women’s rights are too often overlooked and their level of participation in decision-making positions still needs to be improved. 

Through this forum, the speakers talked about the status of women’s rights in different countries, their role in the peace process and the necessity to increase the representation of women at all levels of decision-making to ensure greater participation of women in actions taken to resolve conflicts and to achieve a peaceful world as mentioned in UN Security Council Resolution 1325.

 https://www.hwpl.kr/

 

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#DPCW_1038 #IWPG #IPYG #WARP_OFFICE

 

 

 

DPCW_1038 : Buddhist Cultural Tour with Ven. Beopryun, the Publicity Ambassador of HWPL

 

Buddhist Cultural Tour with Ven. Beopryun, the Publicity Ambassador of HWPL

(Jikjisa Temple in Gimcheon City / Chukseosa Temple in Bonghwa)

 

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What is the meaning of the Cintamani held by Virudhaka, King Sinsu Blue Dragon, who guards the South among the Four Heavenly Kings?

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“What kind of lesson was the drawing of a cow and a young monk on the wall of Daeungjeon Hall painted for?”

 

The youth continued to ask questions full of curiosity at Jikjisa Temple, a temple in Gimcheon City, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea, where autumn leaves were beautifully colored. On October 29, an event called, “Buddhist Cultural Tour with Ven. Beopryun, the Publicity Ambassador of HWPL,” was hosted in joint by HWPL’s Daegu & Gyeongbuk Branch and Geumdangam Temple of Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. 

This event allowed for the youth members of the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG) to participate and gain understanding about Buddhism, which forms the emotional basis of Korean culture.

 

It included a tour of two temples located in Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea: Jikjisa Temple in Gimcheon City, and Chukseosa Temple in Bonghwa with Ven. Beopryun’s commentary.

 

#IPYG #TEMPLE #HWPL #BUDDIST #IWPG #DPCW_1038

 

Jikjisa Temple in Gimcheon City, which was visited first, was founded in 418 (2nd year of King Nulji) as the head of the 8th branch of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is a repository where one can view national treasures and cultural properties in one place such as Stone Seated Bhaisajyaguru Buddha (Treasure No. 319), Three-story Stone Pagoda in front of Daeungjeon Hall (Treasure No. 606), Three-story Stone Pagoda in front of Birojeon Hall (Treasure No. 607), and more. Also, it is famous for the temple where Preceptor Samyeong, who led the monk soldiers during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592, served as the chief monk.

 

Ven. Beopryun, the Chief Monk of Geumdangam Temple, Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, and IPYG members gathered in front of Iljumun Gate, One Pillar Gate, which is the first gate to enter Jikjisa Temple. Ven. Beopryun introduced the Iljumun Gate and said, “Iljumun Gate means to gather your mind disturbed by agony and head to the world of truth with one mind.” He also said,

 

“In addition to Iljumun Gate, you need to go through Daeyangmun Gate, Geumgangmun Gate, and Cheonwangmun Gate to reach Daeungjeon Hall, which is the main temple symbolizing pure land Buddhism. Each gate contains the necessary mindset to achieve nirvana and reach pure land Buddhism.”

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en

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DPCW_1038 : Questions from the Climate Crisis, Answers from Human Rights

 

Since 80 percent of its expansive territory lies less than a meter above sea level, about 500,000 residents, who are almost all citizens, are very vulnerable to climate change. Half of the atolls, which are home to Maldives natives, have already  reported coastal erosion. And in inclement weather with strong winds, seawater enters even in the densely populated areas, causing frequent flood damage.
Also, more than 90 percent of the indigents live on the outer atolls, who are most completely depend of rain or desalination systems.

According to the Associated Press (AP) from Malé (Maldives’ capital), H. E. Ms. Aminath Shauna, the Maldives’ Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Technology, said “The difference between 1.5 degrees and 2 degrees, for us, really is a death sentence.”

In order to overcome the growing impacts of climate crisis every year, Maldives spends more than 30% of the national budget in response to many climate disasters such as desalination, irrigation, flooding, coastal erosion, and sand loss. 

But, because of economic recession caused by COVID-19 and high climate risks, Maldives is unable to access affordable loans with low-interest rates, making the nation’s financial situation even more difficult. The UN has created funds specifically to help climate-stressed countries, but the fund takes long to be provided.

#DPCW_1038 #PEACE_WORLD #NO_WAR #CLIMATE #ASSESSMENT #WARP_OFFICE #IWPG

 

For this reason, countries in the climate crisis, including Maldives, are provided with advanced countries in the form of loans, not donations and will remain debt to be repaid someday.

Recently, the Maldives government came up with a land development project to ease population overcrowding. However, according to Climate Home News, an independent environmental media, when the project is pushed ahead, the Maldives government’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) results lead to “significant irreversible damage” to lagoons and coral reefs. This is based on the deterioration of beach erosion caused by breakwaters to build port facilities and hotels on the beach and protect the structures.

Eventually, Maldives should not only consider the right to life, the right of residence, and the environmental rights from the climate crisis, which is sea level rise, but also think over comprehensive questions about (on) protection of human rights including economic bloc. Also, Maldives as well as maritime states and the whole world should recognize the current situation, faced with the climate crisis and get out of Bystander’s position.

https://www.hwpl.kr/language/en

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