IWPG hosted launching ceremonies of ‘the HWPL Peace Advocacy Committee’

March 23rd and April 2nd, the IWPG hosted launching ceremonies of ‘the HWPL Peace Advocacy Committee’ in Fiji and India respectfully.

At the launching ceremony held in India, 50 members who represent women's groups, youth groups, and the media were present including Nachiket Anil Dave, Lawyer of the Supreme Court of India, Amit Kumar Singh, Founder of LexDelhi and Praveen Roy, Principal of Samsara The World Academy.

Equipped with a full understanding of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War and the role of ‘the HWPL Peace Advocacy Committee’ (full name: HWPL Peace Advocacy Committee for the Implementation of the International Law on the Cessation of War and Achievement of World Peace), the committee members at the event shared notable cases of peace campaigns and future plans of the Committee.

Nachiket Anil Dave, a lawyer of the Supreme Court of India remarked, "On 14th March, 2016 — A historic Declaration that will protect humanity, the Law of Peace [has been] proclaimed... And so now is the time to implement this Declaration to achieve the object of World Peace...."

The event was covered as major news by PTC Network. ‘The HWPL Peace Advocacy Committee’ is set to grow further with planned launching ceremonies in Hyderabad and Mumbai.

"I will promote the Declaration to all youth group leaders that I meet at the National Youth Council and collect signatures."

- William Nayacatabu, President of National Youth Council of Fiji -

"We will align our efforts alongside the youth who are future leaders, and we will work to bring peace in the coming generations."

- Nisha Buksh, National President of Fiji Muslim Women's League -

"It takes effort to stand for peace, and peace is always contextual emanating from local context reaching towards global peace, peace for all."

- Amit Kumar Singh, Founder of LexDelhi -

"I found the answer to the peace work that I have taken on, and now, I want to make peace in Manipur."

- Binalakshmi Nepram, Founder of Manipur Women Gun Survivors Network -

“I pledge to work with you and lead a signing campaign to support the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War to collect 10,000 signatures.”

- Praveen Roy, Principal of Samsara The World Academy -

Ramagya School was designated as a HWPL Peace Academy



HWPL is non-profit organizations to create sustainable solutions and empower individuals and communities to be an integral part in global peacebuilding.

 
 
 
 Noida,  India


 

Peace Monument on India was constituted by HWPL

 

 

 

Ramagya School, one of the top ten educational institutes in the city of Noida, India, was designated as a HWPL Peace Academy on December 21st. The school announced to integrate peace education into their curriculum by establishing the HWPL Peace Education Courses. The school also appointed Chairman Lee as a honorary Chairman of the Advisory Board and Chairwoman Nam Hee Kim of the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) as a honorary Chairwoman of the Advisory Board.

 

Mr. Man Hee Lee is speaking on the role of youth to realize peace

 

As its name indicates, Ra – Me, Ma – Light, Gya – Inner Voice, the Ramagya School values and ensures to create a peaceful and creative atmosphere to foster youth’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

 

“While visiting many universities and faith-based educational institutions around the world and meeting with countless students and faculty, my message to them has been the same. As the new generation of leaders, we must become active proponents of world peace. The voice of youth, the essential element to realize peace, is resonating throughout the world, guaranteeing peace for humanity.” - Chairman Lee

“I firmly believe that the non-violence movement started by Gandhi can be fulfilled through the HWPL peace initiatives. As the Ramagya School became a Peace Academy, we will support and educate students to become the leading figures not only in India but also throughout the world. I sincerely congratulate you.” - Chairwoman Kim

This innovative approach to teach students the practical steps of peace through peace education is catching on and being adopted by many prestigious institutions. 

Mr. Sanjay Gupta, Chairman of Ramagya School and President of Purusharth Charitable Society, recalled his meeting with Chairman Lee exactly a year ago and eagerly contributed to implementing the peace course. The two Chairpersons discussed to design programs and courses to enhance the peacemaking capacities of the students and highlight HWPL’s most recent peacemaking efforts. 

 



Mr. Sanjay Gupta(Chairman of Ramagya school), Mr. Man Hee Lee, Ms. Nam Hee Kim after the designation ceremony



 



Ramagya School in Noida to become a HWPL Peace Academy



 

 

 Notably, along with Ramagya School, four other well-known schools in the region - Samsara School, Jaypee School, Ahlcon Public School, and Noida International University- were designated as HWPL Peace Academies. 

 

 

An event by IPYG (International Youth Peace Group) was held at Ramagya School, Noida on 21st December, 2015, which was attended by Capt. Praveen Roy, Principal Samsara-The World Academy and IPYG Co-ordinator Ms. Suman Silwal. The Chairperson Mr. Man Hee Lee shared his views about bringing peace among the nations of the world. Samsara will be a part of this program and will strive to spread the message of peace to the world. Mr. Lee also delivered the message of peace among the youth. He said that the youth of the world is the future of the country, so its our responsibility to educate our generation to establish peace in the world. Our Principal Capt. Praveen Roy also received a certificate from Mr. Lee.   -Samsara world academy

 

http://www.samsara-worldacademy.co.in/U231215-Youth-group.



 Certification of HWPL Peace Academy

 

Principal Capt. Praveen Roy received a certificate from Mr. Lee

 

HWPL Peace Academy pledge



 

 

  
 

10,000 women of India pledged to support the movement led by IWPG

10,000 women attended the first part of the event

  10,000 women of India pledged to support the movement led by IWPG 

18 December, 2015, the 2015 IWPG Network India was held at the Women’s Christian College, Nagercoil  in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, the southernmost area of India hosted by the IWPG Women Leaders’ Peace Committee Kanyakumari District with PURA as the leading organizer. 

 The conference was followed by a large-scale peace walk across downtown Kanyakumari which was joined by the local citizens. 

 Nam Hee Kim, the chairwoman of IWPG said in her video message that she wanted most to come together with women in India for peace.  

 "Though women in India are struggling with India’s custom and social norms, I believe those struggles are what we go  through on the way to becoming agents of peace. Now it is the time to show the true potential of Indian women”. 

  In his congratulatory message, Man Hee Lee, the chairman of HWPL said,

 “the entire the global village must join one another to leave a peaceful world as a legacy for our future generations.” He added, “When all women of India word for peace, that will make the world anew.”

A university student named G. Evangeline Ashna who attended the event told the reporters that the conference made her realize that women are not mere beneficiaries or ones who need help but women are the ones who can protect themselves and bring peace to Tamil Nadu and India.

IWPG is an international non-profit organization for women with ten million members across 1000 affiliates and branch offices in 170 countries widely recognized for its convening and campaigning capabilities.  

It is currently working in cooperation with HWPL for the enactment of an international convention for the cessation of wars and the achievement of world peace. 

                                            

                                                                                                     

     

http://internationalwomenspeacegroup.org/