Universal Peace Federation International

A ceasefire is only an opening—not peace. In a fragile moment, the call is clear: lay down arms, return to dialogue, and protect human life. #Peace #MiddleEast #Interfaith

Prayer is not withdrawal—it is a refusal of indifference. As the Middle East stands at a fragile turning point, Pope Leo XIV calls for restraint, dialogue, and peace rooted in conscience. #PrayerForPeace #MiddleEastPeace #UPF

Health is more than treatment—it is dignity, trust, and care for the whole person. On World Health Day, we reflect on a legacy of hospitals, medical service, and global outreach that brings healing and humanity together. #WorldHealthDay #HealthForAll #UPF

Sport is more than competition—it is a school of peace. On the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (6 April), we are reminded that shared rules, respect, and teamwork can build trust beyond borders. #SportForPeace #CultureOfPeace #SDG16

Easter is more than a celebration—it is a call to renewal. A reminder that forgiveness can overcome bitterness, and that the human family can begin again. #Easter #ChristianUnity #Interfaith #UPF

On 5 April, the International Day of Conscience reminds us: peace begins within. Before systems, before treaties—there is conscience. In a divided world, restoring moral clarity is essential to rebuilding trust and dignity. #InternationalDayOfConscience #CultureOfPeace #SDG16 #HumanDignity

April is the Month of Service. Through volunteerism and community action, we rebuild trust, support families, and strengthen the foundations of peace. UPF invites all to take part in practical acts of service during the 100 Days of Serving Community campaign. #MonthOfService #Volunteerism #UPF #IVY2026 #SDG16 #AmbassadorsForPeace

Hak Ja Han, co-founder of the Universal Peace Federation, has been nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in the category of Peace and Fraternity between Nations. Her decades of work in interreligious dialogue, humanitarian cooperation, and global peace initiatives have contributed to building bridges across cultures, ideologies, and nations. From engagements across the Korean Peninsula to global summits and grassroots initiatives, her leadership reflects a long-term commitment to peace, reconciliation, and human dignity. While a nomination does not determine the final outcome, it highlights the enduring importance of dialogue, cooperation, and moral leadership in addressing today’s global challenges. #UniversalPeaceFederation #NobelPeacePrize #Peacebuilding #InterfaithDialogue #SDG16 #GlobalCooperation

From partnership to service. On the International Day of Zero Waste, UPF highlights a simple truth: waste is not only a system issue — it is a human one. Small habits can reduce waste, protect the planet, and strengthen peace. #ZeroWaste #FoodWaste #UPF #SDG12 #MonthOfService #AmbassadorsForPeace

What if waste is not a system problem… …but a human habit? This #ZeroWaste Day, UPF calls for action through everyday responsibility. #FoodWaste #UPF #MonthOfService

Against racial hatred. For human dignity. During the UN Week of Solidarity Against Racism (21–27 March), UPF reaffirms that peace is not possible where inequality and exclusion persist. We stand for dignity, justice, and reconciliation for all. #EndRacism #HumanDignity #UPF #SDG16 #AmbassadorsForPeace

Eid Mubarak🌙 As we mark Eid al-Fitr, UPF celebrates values of compassion, dignity, and care for others—principles that transcend cultures and faiths. May this occasion inspire renewed commitment to peace, understanding, and our shared humanity. #EidAlFitr #CultureOfPeace #InterfaithDialogue #UPF

Beyond the Noise. As MEDCOM 2026 convenes in Bali, UPF highlights a critical truth: Media is not only technological — it is moral. Protecting human dignity, restoring trust, and guiding AI with ethics are essential for a peaceful future. #MEDCOM2026 #MediaEthics #CommunicationJustice #UPF #IMAP #AmbassadorsForPeace

2015 — United Nations Concert In 2015, artists connected with the growing cultural peace movement performed at the United Nations, marking a powerful moment where music and diplomacy met on the global stage. Concerts and cultural events at the UN demonstrate how the arts can support international cooperation, bringing together people from diverse cultures in a shared experience of beauty and understanding. These performances illustrate a long-standing belief: culture can strengthen dialogue where politics alone cannot. This tradition ultimately contributed to the creation of the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) in 2020. #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #UnitedNations #ArtsForPeace #CulturalDiplomacy

1990 — Kirov Academy of Ballet In 1990, the founding of the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. strengthened the educational foundation of the cultural peace tradition. As the first ballet academy outside Russia authorized to carry the historic Kirov name, the institution became a world-class training center for young artists. By cultivating discipline, creativity, and artistic excellence, the academy helped nurture generations of dancers who would perform on stages around the world. Education in the arts remains essential to building a culture where creativity supports mutual respect, dialogue, and peace. #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #ArtsEducation #CulturalPeacebuilding #ArtsForPeace

1984 — Universal Ballet Founded in 1984, Universal Ballet marked a new stage in the development of cultural peacebuilding through artistic excellence. Combining classical ballet traditions with original productions, the company grew into an internationally recognized institution, performing in major cultural centers around the world. Universal Ballet demonstrated that art dedicated to peace must also pursue the highest artistic standards, showing how beauty, discipline, and cultural expression can elevate public life. This commitment to excellence continues to inspire the work of the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) today. #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #UniversalBallet #ArtsForPeace #CulturalLeadership

1976 — Go World Brass Band In 1976, the cultural movement for peace expanded into large public gatherings with the founding of the Go World Brass Band. The ensemble performed at major international events, including historic gatherings in New York and Washington, D.C., bringing ceremonial music and public celebration into the broader mission of cultural diplomacy. Through vibrant performances in civic spaces, the band showed how music can unite communities and inspire collective purpose. This tradition of artistic engagement in public life remains an important part of the cultural vision that later shaped the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP). #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #MusicForPeace #CulturalDiplomacy #ArtsForPeace

1972 — New Hope Singers In the early 1970s, the cultural movement expanded through music that could reach global audiences. The New Hope Singers International, founded in 1972, brought together artists who performed across languages, cultures, and continents. Through concerts, public events, and international tours, the group demonstrated how music can create connection and shared hope across national and cultural boundaries. Their work helped shape a growing tradition within the Universal Peace Federation in which art becomes a bridge between peoples and a powerful tool for building mutual understanding. This spirit of cultural exchange continues today through the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP). #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #ArtsForPeace #CulturalExchange #PeaceThroughCulture

1962 — The Little Angels The cultural journey toward the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) began in 1962 with the founding of The Little Angels Children’s Folk Ballet of Korea. Through traditional music, dance, and costume, the Little Angels introduced Korea’s cultural beauty to the world and helped reshape how the nation was perceived internationally. Their performances before global leaders and at the United Nations demonstrated how culture can build understanding beyond politics and borders. More than a children’s ensemble, the Little Angels became cultural ambassadors for peace, showing that the arts can elevate the human spirit and connect people across nations. This vision of peace through culture continues today through IAACP and the global cultural initiatives of the Universal Peace Federation. #IAACP #UniversalPeaceFederation #LittleAngels #CulturalDiplomacy #ArtsForPeace #PeaceThroughCulture #OneFamilyUnderGod