Tuesday, November 3, 2026

[HWPL] HWPL's Global Peace Leadership Training Online

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[HWPL] HWPL's Global Peace Leadership Training Online

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 Global Peace Leadership Training Online :)

HWPL Concludes Global Peace Leadership Training, Inspiring Future Peace Educators

International peace NGO HWPL has successfully concluded the third and final session of its online Global Peace Leadership Training, bringing together participants from Asia, Africa, and North America to strengthen peacebuilding leadership and promote a culture of understanding and cooperation.
The three-part training program was conducted on October 3, 10, and 17, attracting around 40 participants in each session from India, Sri Lanka, The Gambia, Liberia, and the United States. Attendees included educators, youth leaders, and members of religious communities who shared a common commitment to advancing peace within their respective societies.
Throughout the program, speakers emphasized the importance of personal responsibility, compassion, and active engagement in peacebuilding. Participants reflected on the need to confront injustice, demonstrate moral courage, and leave a legacy of peace for future generations. The training also highlighted values such as gratitude, consideration for others, sacrifice, and forgiveness as essential foundations for harmonious communities.
The curriculum introduced participants to HWPL’s Peace Education framework. Early sessions focused on character-building lessons, including appreciation for kindness, concern for others’ well-being, selfless service, and reconciliation. The final session expanded on these themes by exploring respect for elders, preservation of cultural heritage, and adherence to laws that support peaceful societies. Interactive discussions followed each session, allowing attendees to exchange ideas and practical experiences related to peace education.
Participants expressed positive feedback, noting that the training offered valuable guidance and strengthened their existing peace initiatives. Several attendees indicated plans to apply the lessons within their organizations and communities to promote positive social change.
According to organizers, additional make-up sessions will be offered, and participants who complete the required standards may be appointed as HWPL Peace Educators. The organization stated that it will continue promoting peace through education, interfaith dialogue, and cooperation with youth and civil society groups around the world.

HWPL Official Homepage

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

Monday, November 2, 2026

[HWPL] HWPL Chairperson Manhee Lee's Peace Journey in Europe and Americas

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[HWPL] HWPL Chairperson Manhee Lee's Peace Journey in Europe and Americas

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 Chairperson Manhee Lee's Peace Journey in Europe and Americas :)

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“The Creator’s Will Is Peace”... From Europe to the Americas

In July 2012, Man Hee Lee, Chairman of HWPL, expanded his second peace tour beyond Europe to the United States. The tour was arranged following invitations from overseas religious leaders he had met during his first international visit. Throughout the journey, he delivered lectures focused on the fulfillment of biblical prophecy, the importance of faith, and the need to establish lasting world peace.
Describing the mission as “From the East to the West,” Lee emphasized his belief that the fulfillment of New Testament prophecies had occurred in South Korea and that this message should be shared with the Western world. He taught that the Creator’s ultimate purpose is a peaceful world free from suffering, conflict, and death.
In Belgium, around 300 believers attended his seminar and expressed strong interest in his interpretation of the Bible. Similar enthusiasm followed in New York, where approximately 300 religious leaders and believers participated in a Bible seminar and requested additional lectures and educational programs.
The tour continued in Orange County, California, where about 1,500 people gathered at Crystal Cathedral to hear his message. Local media also covered the event, and attendees reportedly responded positively to the lectures.
Covering Belgium, Germany, New York, and California, the second peace tour helped spread a message of religious understanding and peace. According to the article, Man Hee Lee consistently encouraged people to leave a world free from war for future generations, a vision that later developed into HWPL’s broader international peace movement.

HWPL Official Homepage

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

Friday, October 30, 2026

[HWPL] HWPL's 'We Are One Religion and Peace Academy' in Korea

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[HWPL] HWPL's 'We Are One Religion and Peace Academy' in Korea

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.

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Chungcheong Religious Leaders Gather in Okcheon to Discuss Coexistence of Truth and Peace

HWPL Global Branch 10 held the “We Are One Religious Peace Academy” on Oct. 24 at the MTA Center in Okcheon County, North Chungcheong Province, bringing together approximately 300 participants, including 100 pastors and religious leaders from various faiths.
Participants from eight cities across the Chungcheong region, including Daejeon, Cheonan, Cheongju, Seosan, Gongju, Asan, Sejong, and Nonsan, gathered under the theme “The Coexistence of Truth and Peace.” Attendees shared the scriptures and teachings of their respective religions and discussed the conditions necessary for different faiths to coexist harmoniously.
During the presentations, speakers emphasized the importance of respecting other religions while maintaining one’s own faith. Various religious perspectives on the pursuit of truth, freedom of religion, and the practice of peace were also introduced.
Venerable Hyein, Director of Education at the Korean Buddhist Mitaism Order, stressed that compassion and peace should never be lost in the pursuit of truth.
“Freedom to pursue truth is important. However, that freedom must not become a right that infringes upon another person’s freedom of belief and conscience,” he said.
He further explained that truth and peace are not opposing values but complementary ones. According to him, peace should not be used as a justification for overlooking discrimination or injustice, nor should efforts to correct wrongdoing encourage hatred or retaliation.
Yang Cheol-ya, head of Noseong Gwelisa, presented conditions for interfaith coexistence based on the Confucian principles of benevolence (In), righteousness (Ui), and harmony without uniformity (Hwa-i-budong).
“True peace does not come from making everyone think alike. It begins with recognizing differences, respecting one another, and seeking ways to live together,” Yang said.
He added that while individuals value their own faith, they should also respect the beliefs of others. Although religions may differ in teachings and expressions, they can cooperate in helping neighbors and caring for those in need.
Jang Bang-sik, leader of the Matthias Tribe of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, highlighted the importance of learning from other religious traditions while continuing to seek truth through the Bible.
“Confucianism is necessary, Buddhism is necessary, but we should not forget that the teachings of Jesus are also necessary,” he said.
Jang noted the need for cooperation among followers of different faiths and emphasized that understanding religious differences should be accompanied by a clear understanding of the truth one believes in. He also discussed questions concerning human life and death, sin and salvation, and explained the concepts of creation and redemption as presented in the Bible.
Citing the Book of Genesis and the Book of Revelation, Jang argued that believers should move beyond merely memorizing scripture and seek to understand its spiritual meaning. He also introduced Shincheonji Church teachings regarding the “new heaven and new earth,” the twelve tribes, and the Book of Life as described in Revelation.
The event also featured a short theatrical performance involving religious leaders. Through the presentation, participants conveyed the teachings of religious scriptures and shared the significance of putting peace into practice.
One attendee commented that seeing religious leaders personally prepare and perform in the production demonstrated that peace should be practiced in daily life rather than merely discussed in theory.

HWPL Official Homepage

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

Monday, October 26, 2026

HWPL's Peace Plogging Project in Fiji

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[HWPL] HWPL's Peace Plogging Project in Fiji

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.

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HWPL's Peace Plogging Project in Fiji

The Lautoka City Council has partnered with local youth and church organizations to launch the Peace Plogging Project, an initiative that combines environmental action with community-building efforts. The program encourages young people to take a leading role in organizing monthly clean-up activities across the city, helping to improve public spaces while promoting civic responsibility and teamwork.
A central feature of the initiative is the designation of Shirley Park as a Peace Precinct, a space intended to foster unity, dialogue, and positive community engagement. Through regular clean-up events and collaborative activities, the project aims to strengthen social connections, encourage environmental awareness, and create a cleaner, safer urban environment.
Community leaders believe the initiative highlights the important role young people can play in driving meaningful change. By actively participating in environmental stewardship and peace-building efforts, youth are given opportunities to develop leadership skills, contribute to their community, and inspire others to become involved. The project reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, cooperation, and a more inclusive future for Lautoka residents.

HWPL Official Homepage

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

Sunday, October 25, 2026

[HWPL] HWPL's International Youth Exchange Program in Korea

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[HWPL] HWPL's International Youth Exchange Program in Korea

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 youth exchange program in Korea

From the War Memorial to Gyeongbokgung Palace… World Youth Discover the “Value of Peace” in Seoul

Exploring the Meaning of Peace and Coexistence Through Cultural Heritage, Extending into Community Peace Activities Across the Globe

Youth from 43 countries gathered in Seoul. They participated in an international youth exchange program that invited them to visit Korea’s historical and cultural heritage sites, places that hold the history of the Korean War and the division of North and South Korea, to learn the values of peace, coexistence, and mutual understanding. From the War Memorial of Korea, which holds the memories of war and division, to Insadong, Gwanghwamun, and Gyeongbokgung Palace, spaces familiar to Koreans are becoming classrooms where young people from around the world learn about peace.
From september 17 to 19, HWPL held the “HWPL International Youth Peace Program” over three days.
Held under the theme “We, the Living Legacy of Peace,” the program consists of three stages: Discover, Learn, and Act. The goal was for the young people participating in the program to put into practice, within their own communities, the values of peace they discover and learn in Korea.
The program was structured as a three-day journey in which participants discover the necessity of peace through the memory of war, learn understanding and respect through different cultures, and connect the choices and responsibilities found in history to practical action today.

Day 1
Discover — Discover Peace from Cultural Heritage

Youth from around the world view an exhibition at the War Memorial of Korea

On the first day, September 17, the young participants toured the War Memorial of Korea, including the Korean War Room, the UN Room, the UN Monument, and the Statue of Brothers, reflecting on the wounds that war left on individuals, families, and the youth generation. HWPL asked the young participants, “What does peace mean to me, and what can I do to protect it?” It was a moment to reconsider that while past generations of young people bore the sacrifices of war, today’s youth can become the ones who actively build peace.

A participant views wartime photographs and records at the War Memorial of Korea

Mrs. Laisani sepo, Chairwoman of the National Youth Council of Fiji (NYCF), said after visiting the War Memorial, “The young ones were trying to protect their areas and willing to give up their lives even though they saw the risk, the death in front of them. It takes strong willpower to keep moving forward despite the challenges and criticism we may face in building peace.”

At Insadong, participants explored traditional Korean culture firsthand, experiencing how “understanding” an unfamiliar culture leads to “respect,” which acknowledges each other’s differences, and how that respect in turn leads to “exchange” between people.
Mr. Alwand Talaat Jawhar Caluri, Program Director of Public Aid Organization from Iraq, said, “It is important to provide a safe and inclusive space where young people from around the world and from different religious backgrounds can share their thoughts and concerns about peace.” He added, “This kind of gathering can serve as a platform for exchanging best practices and learning from one another, allowing young people to benefit from each other’s experiences.”

At Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace, participants explored the meaning of peace through five keywords: Inheritance, Respect, Responsibility, Change, and Harmony. In particular, through the examples of King Sejong the Great, the Hall of Worthies (Jiphyeonjeon), and the creation of Hangeul (Hunminjeongeum), they examined how a leader’s choices and learning can bring about change for society and future generations. The young participants each chose one of the five values they wanted to put into practice and recorded, in their own words, what actions they would take upon returning home.
Mr. Andrew Junior Mwima, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mental Health and Anti-Drug Abuse Organisation, stated, “Young people are the ones sent to war. It means the young people can be the ones leading peace initiatives on the front lines.” He added, “Youths are not the future leaders. We are the leaders of today.” emphasizing that young people should take a leading role in peace initiatives and community development.

Day 2
Learn — Learn Peace from History & Begin a Journey of Deeper Understanding

Participants discuss the role of youth in spreading a culture of peace

The “Discover” phase of the 17th led into the “Learn” phase on the 18th. The roundtable discussion was held that day on the theme of “The Role of Youth in Spreading a Culture of Peace.” The discussion was designed to help young people first understand and learn how to prevent religious beliefs and ethnic identities from being used as pretexts for violence and conflict, based on Articles 8, 9, and 10 of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW). Articles 8, 9, and 10 of the DPCW set out principles on preventing war, resolving conflict, promoting peace among religions and ethnic groups, and spreading a culture of peace.
This was followed by the “International Religious Peace Academy for Youth Leaders,” where participants examined the scriptures and teachings of Buddhism, Confucianism, Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism to broaden their understanding of different cultures and religions.

Day 3
Act — Act on Peace & Become a Living Legacy

A participant takes part in a peace activity program

The “Learn” phase of the 18th led into “Act,” the final phase, on the 19th, the day the values discovered and learned earlier are put into actual practice. Participants shared regional activity case studies from the Youth Engagement & Peacebuilding Working Group(YEPW), where young people plan and carry out their own peace activities. Building on this, they discussed implementation strategies for regional YEPW projects and further developed their 2027 action plans and individual roles.
HWPL Secretary-General Kang Tae-ho said, “Youth from around the world directly encountered the necessity of peace on this land of war and division.” He added, “Peace is not a legacy we inherit, but a legacy we must pass on to future generations forever. Youth peace leaders are the ones who must carry that forward. I hope participants will take the answers they found in Korea and turn them into action in their own countries.”
Ms. Sarah Vermaut, a law student at the Free University of Brussels (VUB) in Belgium, said, “I am just a student. Why would they listen to me? But if we think like that, we cannot change anything.” She added that she wants to share what she has learned with her peers and organize activities that other young people can take part in.

Participants write letters about their thoughts and commitments to peace

From the memories preserved at the War Memorial of Korea, through the history of Gwanghwamun and an understanding of different religions and cultures, to concrete commitments for action in their communities, young people from 43 countries left Korea with a shared commitment to become agents of peace in their own communities. The answers they found in Korea are expected to translate into concrete action through YEPW initiatives in 2027 and their respective community activities.

HWPL Official Homepage

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

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Tuesday, November 3, 2026