Our Activities & Events

We hold regular events and activities of a wide range of topics and scopes of influence. Below are our upcoming and past events:

We hold regular events and activities of a wide range of topics and scopes of influence. Below are our upcoming and past events:

A Season of Reflection, Service, and Shared Responsibility

International Migrants Day reflection by Universal Peace Federation highlighting migration, human dignity, social cohesion, peacebuilding and UN Sustainable Development Goals.

International Migrants Day

A Hanukkah menorah with nine brightly lit candles, alongside the Universal Peace Federation emblem and a Star of David, conveying a message of light, peace, and celebration.

Lights That Bind Us

A mother holds the hand of a young child through a Mozambican landscape and a flag, symbolising resilience, displacement and UPF UK’s call to protect children, support families and advance peacebuilding in northern Mozambique.

Safeguarding Mozambique’s Children and Communities

Poster for the ‘Unsilenced’ UN Women film screening and public dialogue hosted on 9 December 2025 at UPF UK, co-organised with NAWO, the London Institute of Peace and Leadership, and the Justina Mutale Foundation, featuring Nicole Kidman and marking the UN 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

Elimination of Violence Against Women – ‘Unsilenced’ Film Screening

Human Dignity at the Heart of Our Common Future

Collaboration of USIDHR and UPF-UK by Duchess Nivin ElGamal of Lamberton

Collaboration of USIDHR and UPF-UK by Duchess Nivin ElGamal of Lamberton

Accompanying Sudan on the Long Road to Peace

UPF and the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council Postponed

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council Postponed

Universal Peace Federation volunteers supporting community service initiatives on International Volunteer Day 2025, advancing SDGs and global peace

Strengthening Communities Through Volunteer Action

Marking International Volunteer Day with Universal Peace Federation UK Ambassadors for Peace contributing to community environmental service highlighting the 100 Days of Harmony and Hope campaign.

Week 7: Serving People and Planet – 100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Jeremy Blain and participants launch of MAGE – Men Advocating Gender Equality at the UPF-HQ. They are gathered to listen and discuss the plan for MAGE.

Launch of MAGE - Men Advocating Gender Equality

Strengthening Ethical Finance for Inclusive Growth

Universal Peace Federation advocates inclusion and accessibility for persons with disabilities, promoting dignity, rights, and One Family under God

Building Inclusive Pathways for Persons with Disabilities

Beyond Chains: Advancing a World Free from Slavery

UPF Beijing+30 commemorative banner highlighting women’s leadership, gender equality, and the Universal Peace Federation’s commitment to the Beijing Platform for Action during the 16 Days of Activism

Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action: Thirty Years On

Universal Peace Federation - UK reflection on the United Nations Second International Decade for People of African Descent, featuring themes of dignity, equality, African heritage, and global peacebuilding.

Advancing the United Nations Second International Decade for People of African Descent

A UPF Reflection on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

A UPF Reflection on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

Antonio Betancourt speaking at a Universal Peace Federation UK meeting on diplomacy, peacebuilding, and the historic visit of Rev Dr Sun Myung Moon and Dr Hak Ja Han to North Korea (DPRK)..

Antonio Betancourt Preparing the Visit of Rev Dr Sun Myung Moon and Dr Hak Ja Han to the DPRK in 1991

Universal Peace Federation UK Week 6 graphic featuring a circular mosaic of four icons representing human dignity and global rights—solidarity, health, anti-slavery, disability inclusion, and financial empowerment—framed by silhouettes of diverse people in a blue gradient design.

Human Dignity and Rights: Week 6 of Universal Peace Federation’s 100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Peace Road global routes linking continents through the International Peace Highway vision and Universal Peace Federation’s global unity initiatives.

Peace Road: Global Unity Through Road Safety, Connectivity & Restoration

A collage of Universal Peace Federation - UK Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls events in the House of Lords with parliamentarians, Ambassadors for Peace and survivors.

Universal Peace Federation – UK Report: 12 Years of Action to End Violence Against Women and Girls

G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025 – Africa’s leadership in global governance and Universal Peace Federation’s contribution to sustainable development, climate resilience, and financial reform.

G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025: Africa’s Priorities & UPF’s Global Role

Women Supporting Women – UPF UK event on the Elimination of Violence Against Women, 16 Days of Activism 2025.

UN 16 Days of Activism: Elimination of Violence Against Women

COP30 climate conference in Belém Brazil, Universal Peace Federation statement on climate action, resilience, forest protection, shared responsibility, UPF global peacebuilding

COP30 Reflections: Universal Peace Federation Statement on Climate & Peace

You Matter on 12 Dec at Lancaster Gate — a safe space for young adults to share, learn coping strategies, and build emotional resilience. It’s OK not to be OK.

You Matter: Mental Health Awareness for Young Adults

Universal Peace Federation focuses on global governance, human security, UN observances, ethical leadership, peacebuilding initiatives and UN international cooperation during Week 5 of the Harmony and Hope campaign.

Global Governance & Human Security

Vienna, 10 to 12 November 2025. As the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) convenes at the Vienna International Centre, the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) emphasizes the role of scientific cooperation and the CTBTO's verification regime in ensuring peace and security in Northeast Asia.

Verification for Peace - The Role of Scientific Cooperation in Achieving a Peaceful Northeast Asia

Universal Peace Federation UK National Interfaith Week event with diverse faith leaders, IAPD-UK Chairs David and Patricia Earle, community speakers, and newly appointed Ambassadors for Peace promoting One Family under God.

National Interfaith Week Celebration Brings Communities Together

UNESCO’s Samarkand Conference: Reflections from the Universal Peace Federation

Shared Responsibility for Human Life and Dignity

Shared Responsibility for Human Life and Dignity

Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon and Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon presenting peace awards at the UPF inaugural event, London.

20 Years Ago Today: Universal Peace Federation Co-Founders Launched UPF in the United Kingdom

UPF-UK advocates moral leadership and interfaith cooperation as pillars of inclusive governance at the United Nations.

Interfaith Council at the United Nations

UPF-UK 100 Days of Harmony and Hope Week Two banner highlighting themes of peace, justice, environmental protection, and moral leadership.

100 Days of Harmony and Hope - Week Two

Collage highlighting UPF milestones on October 28: Dr. Sun Myung Moon addressing leaders in 2005 symbolizing global leadership, athletes celebrating at the 2006 Peace Queen Cup representing sports friendship, and the 2018 Arch of Reunification in Korea symbolizing unity on the Korean Peninsula. Text reads 'October 28: Pathways of Peace through Action and Dialogue'

October 28 - Pathways of Peace through Action and Dialogue

Discover the life and legacy of Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, the Mother of Peace — a visionary leader dedicated to family, faith, and global peace for all humanity.

Dr Hak Ja Han - Mother of Peace, A Life Dedicated to Unity, Family, and Global Peacebuilding

October 27 Milestones of Peace – UPF Founders’ Legacy of Faith, Freedom, and Interfaith Cooperation

October 27 Milestones of Peace in UPF Founders' History

Event banner for ‘Leading Through Stories: Creativity and Culture for Global Impact’ hosted by the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) and Universal Peace Federation UK on 11 November 2025 at 43 Lancaster Gate, London.

Leading Through Stories - Creativity and Culture for Global Impact (IAACP)

United Nations 80th Anniversary celebration promoting peace, human rights, and sustainable development, supported by the Universal Peace Federation UK

The United Nations at 80 - A Partner for Peace and Sustainable Development

UPF-UK celebrates Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2025, highlighting responsibility, truth, and peace through media.

Global Media and Information Literacy Week

Universal Peace Federation UK event banner highlighting unity, compassion, and ethical leadership for global cooperation and sustainable peace.

100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Building Trust in a Digital Age: Blockchain, AI, and Cyber Security

Awardee peacebuilders, and friends celebrating 20 years of the Universal Peace Federation UK—honouring the past and inspiring the future.

Gala Dinner - Celebrating 20 Years of the Universal Peace Federation UK

Religions standing together in solidarity for peace and religious unity, symbolising UPF-UK’s call for respect among all faiths

UPF - UK Statement on Recent Attacks Against Religious Communities

A vibrant banner for the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) of the Universal Peace Federation UK event “Leading Through Stories,” symbolising peacebuilding, intercultural dialogue, creativity, and global cooperation through storytelling, arts, and culture.

Leading Through Stories - Creativity and Culture for Global Impact

Group photo at Universal Peace Federation UK’s ‘Principles of Peace’ seminar (4 Oct 2025), Lancaster Gate, London—diverse community and faith leaders, Ambassadors for Peace and volunteers celebrating interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding.

UPF Principles of Peace - October 4th

Group photo of participants at UPF UK’s International Day of Peace 2025 event – UPF UK and FFWPU celebrate peace, family values, and interfaith dialogue at the Peace Embassy in London.

International Peace Day 2025

A Day to Remember – UPF UK & WFWP Seminar on Principles of Peace Dr David Hanna presenting to a large audience

A Day to Remember

Universal Peace Federation UK event on global peace and media responsibility, featuring journalists, media experts, and Ambassadors for Peace at Lancaster Gate. Marco Respinti, Ian Pelham Turner, Peter Zoehrer and Hera Kruja

Media Bias and Democratic Freedoms: Protecting Religious Minorities

2026 = International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development. UPF UK calls on all #AmbassadorsForPeace to lead with values-based service.

International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development

Join UPF’s 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner in London on 15 November—celebrating two decades of peacebuilding and supporting youth, women, and interfaith projects.

Universal Peace Federation’s 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner

The Peace We Choose: UPF Statement on the International Day of Peace 2025 and Conclusion of the 100 Days Campaign

International Day of Peace 2025

A diverse group of volunteers, including youth and community leaders, participate in a riverbank cleanup on World Cleanup Day, symbolizing the Universal Peace Federation’s commitment to environmental stewardship, interfaith cooperation, and building one family under God.

World Clean Up Day 2025

Universal Peace Federation UK advocates youth leadership, innovation, and intergenerational cooperation at G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit 2025

G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit 2025

Young participants engage in a Universal Peace Federation UK (UPF-UK) Parliament Week event promoting democracy, civic responsibility, and youth leadership. Held in partnership with the United Nations Day of Democracy, the programme highlights UPF UK’s commitment to interfaith dialogue, peace education, and empowering youth for democratic renewal.

International Day of Democracy

Universal Peace Federation UK affirms the Global South as a rising force for peace, solidarity, and values-based global cooperation.

UN Day for South-South Cooperation

On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, UPF honors victims, rejects extremism, and reaffirms its commitment to peace, dialogue, and global solidarity

24 Years after 9 - 11

Universal Peace Federation calls for calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership in Nepal, urging unity, reconciliation, and non-violent solutions.

Nepal - Peace, Dialogue and National Unity

Commemorative digital banner celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Universal Peace Federation (2005–2025). The design features a collage of Global Peace making efforts including Dr Hak Ja Han - Holy Mother Han and a number of interfaith and inter-religious leaders

UPF Celebrates 20 Years of Global Peacebuilding

UPF statement on the 80th UN General Assembly: calling for peace, dignity, multilateralism, and leadership rooted in principles, not power.

Toward a World Led by Principles, Not Power

Life is Needed, You are Needed | UPF Statement WSPD 2025

World Suicide Prevention Day

International Day of Charity 2025 | UPF UK

International Day of Charity - Honoring the Spirit of Compassion

Calling East and West to Dialogue | UPF Eurasia Statement

Calling East and West to Dialogue - Eurasia at a Crossroads

Human Security Through Trust, Not Tests | UPF Statement

International Day Against Nuclear Tests

Northeast Asia Peace Initiative: Dialogue for Korean Peninsula

Fostering Dialogue and Reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula - NEAPI

World Religious Leaders for Peace & Freedom | UPF 2025

World Religious Leaders Gather in Seoul for Peace and Freedom

Call for Peace: DRC & Rwanda | Universal Peace Federation UK

A Call for Peace between the DRC and Rwanda

UPF-UK stands with Afghanistan on Independence Day 2025, honouring unity, resilience, and the call for lasting peace and solidarity.

Afghanistan Independence Day

Bering Strait Peace Tunnel | A Bridge for Global Cooperation

Bering Strait Peace Tunnel

13th Anniversary of Father Moon’s Ascension | Universal Peace Federation UK

Honouring a Legacy of Peace

UPF Interfaith Leadership Conference 2025 | Korea

UPF Declares Spiritual Unity and Religious Freedom

Peace Imperative in a Nuclear Age | Universal Peace Federation

Upholding the Peace Imperative in a Nuclear Age - UPF

The Universal Peace Federation calls for urgent global action, interfaith unity, and humanitarian aid in response to the worsening crisis in Haiti.

Universal Peace Federation Statement on the Crisis in Haiti

A Call for Peace in Sudan | Universal Peace Federation UK

From Forgotten to Forefront: A Call for Peace in Sudan

Celebrate youth leadership for peace, interfaith dialogue, and global citizenship at the Youth Achievement Awards 2025, hosted by UPF-UK in Parliament

UPF Young Achievers Awards 2025

International Day of Hope 2025 | Universal Peace Federation

International Day of Hope - UPF

International Day of Parliamentarism 2025 | UPF-UK

International Day of Parliamentarism

Voices and Music for Peace | Stories of Strength | UPF-UK

Voices and Music for Peace, Stories of Strength

World Refugee Day 2025 | Universal Peace Federation Statement

World Refugee Day 2025 - Universal Peace Federation Statement

UPF Statement: Escalation Between Israel and Iran

UPF International Statement on the Escalation Between Israel and Iran

UPF Launches 100-Day Campaign to UN International Day of Peace

Launch of UPF’s 100-Day Campaign to the UN International Day of Peace

World Environment Day 2025 | Beat Plastic Pollution | UPF-UK

World Environment Day 2025

UN International Day of Families 2025 / Universal Peace Federation - UK Event

UN International Day of Families 2025

UPF World Summit 2025 Korea | Universal Peace Federation

Briefing on the 2025 World Peace Summit in Korea - April 29th 2025

Redefining Prosperity | Employee Well-Being & Business Flourishing

Redefining Prosperity - Business Flourishing Through Employee Well-Being, 6 pm, 11th March

Harmony Through Diversity | Universal Peace Federation UK International Women’s Day & Ramadan Iftar

Harmony Through Diversity: UPF Celebrating International Women's Day and Ramadan Iftar 8th March 2025

STOP Human Trafficking - Religious Perspectives, 26th February, 2025

STOP Human Trafficking - Religious Perspectives, 26th February, 2025

Pathways to Peace | Interfaith Collaboration | UPF-UK

Pathways to Peace: Interfaith Collaboration for a Better World

Canvas of Cultures | Art, Poetry & Music for Peace | UPF-UK

Canvas of Cultures - A Celebration of Art, Poetry, and Music - 25th January 2025

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace, 11am - 5pm, 8th February

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace, 11am - 5pm, 8th February

South London Christmas Party 2024 | UPF & WFWP UK

South London Christmas Party - UPF and WFWP

UPF UK Peace Council | Keith Best Remarks on Global Vision

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council: Keith Best UPF - UK Chair Remarks on a Global Vision for the UK

UPF UK Peace Council 2024 | Reflect & Plan for 2025

Universal Peace Federation - UK: Annual Peace Council 2024

Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls - UPF - UK conference in the House of Lords

Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls 2024 - Universal Peace Federation - UK

Birmingham Interfaith Week Event 2024 | UPF-UK

Birmingham 'National Interfaith Week' Event

Principles of Peace - November 2nd

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace - 2nd November

Principles of Peace Taught in Birmingham

Principles of Peace Taught in Birmingham

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: How Close Are We?

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: How Close Are We?

Keith Best speaking to the Peace Road Conference in Dublin

Keith Best Addresses Peace Road 2024, Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland

International Day of Peace 2024 | Universal Peace Federation UK

UN International Day of Peace Event – 'Cultivate a Culture of Peace'

Peace Road 2024 | 30th Anniversary Channel Tunnel | UPF

Peace Road 2024: France, Belgium, and the UK - 30th Anniversary of the Channel Tunnel

Legacy of Father Moon & 19th Anniversary of UPF

12th Anniversary of Universal Peace Federation's Co-Founder

Legacy of Father Moon & 19th Anniversary of UPF

Highlighting the Work of Ambassadors for Peace July 30th 2024

Universal Peace Federation's webinar on Europe’s Role in the search for peace on the Korean Peninsula

How can the European experience be brought to bear on the search for peace on the Korean peninsula?

Universal Peace Federation UK marked World Environment Day 2024 with a London event promoting sustainability, biodiversity, climate action, and youth-led green initiatives.

World Environment Day 2024 - 5th June

Universal Peace Federation UK - 2nd Young Achiever Podcast June 15th

Universal Peace Federation UK - 2nd Young Achiever Podcast June 15th

UPF Vision & Principles of Peace | London Seminar 2024

UPF's Vision and its Principles of Peace - 27 April 2024

Palette & Prose: Art Exhibition & Book Launch | UPF UK - IAACP

Palette and Prose: Art Exhibition and Book Launch

Europe’s Role in Korean Peninsula Peace | UPF UK 2024

‘Exploring a European Role in the Search for Peace on the Korean Peninsula’

UPF UK Partnership with HJI Foundation for Environmental Peace

Partnership with the 𝗛𝘆𝗼 𝗝𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲

International Women’s Day 2024 | UPF UK Event

International Women's Day 2024 - March 19th, UPF - UK Event

Who Will Protect Our Planet? | UPF UK Environment Event

Who will Protect Our Planet - UPF UK February 27th

UPF-UK Young Achiever Podcast Launch | Feb 2024

Young Achiever Podcast

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2024 | UPF UK

How Can Interfaith Support Greater World Harmony?

Viewing DPRK from Within | UPF Webinar Jan 2024

Viewing the DPRK from Within

Strategies for Peace and Good Governance in Afghanistan

Strategies for Peace and Good Governance in Afghanistan

Miss Colombia Camila Pinzon Named UPF Ambassador for Peace

Camila Pinzon, Miss Colombia, Receives a UPF Ambassador for Peace Award

Strategies for Peace and Good Governance in Afghanistan - January 10

Strategies for Peace and Good Governance in Afghanistan - January 10

Universal Peace Federation Banner and invitation image for the annual Universal Peace Federation UK to reflect on 2023 and prepare for 2024.

Universal Peace Council UK Peace Council 2023

Keith Best TD MA of UPF-UK addresses global and domestic violence against women and girls, highlighting Iran, DRC and conflict-related sexual violence.

Keith Best: Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls - 2023

David Rennie leads an interfaith candle-lit silent prayer during the UPF UK conference on inter-religious wisdom at Lancaster Gate.

The Role of Inter-Religious Wisdom in Public Discourse

Support UPF-UK: Become a Monthly Donor for Peacebuilding

Group photo of attendees of the Principles of Peace Seminar – Universal Peace Federation UK | Lancaster Gate

UPF Principles of Peace Seminar 28 Oct

Audience and panelists engaging in Q&A during UPF-UK’s discussion on Russia-Ukraine war and global tensions and the need for dialogue, held at Lancaster Gate.

Global South Perspectives on the Russia - Ukraine War: Oct 31st

Global South Perspectives - Keith Best speech Chair of UPF - UK

Global South Perspectives - Keith Best speech Chair of UPF - UK

NRI Welfare Society of India – Global Peace Summit | Keith Best at Oxford

Global Peace Summit: Keith Best

Global South Perspectives on the Russia-Ukraine War and Consequent Geopolitical Tensions

Global South Perspectives on the Russia-Ukraine War and Consequent Geopolitical Tensions

UN International Day of Peace: UPF - UK with Duchess Nivin El-Gamal of Lamberton

UN International Day of Peace: UPF - UK with Duchess Nivin El-Gamal of Lamberton

Celebrating 25 Years of the Good Friday (Belfast) Agreement by Colm Ó Cionnaith

Celebrating 25 Years of the Good Friday (Belfast) Agreement by Colm Ó Cionnaith

Keith Best Speech - Good Friday Agreement Anniversary - UPF Ireland event

Keith Best Speech - Good Friday Agreement Anniversary - UPF Ireland event

11th Anniversary of Universal Peace Federation Co-Founder, Father Moon's Ascension

11th Anniversary of Universal Peace Federation Co-Founder, Father Moon's Ascension

Message from the Palace

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Hon Muhammad Azhar Siddique: Global South Perspectives on the Ukraine-Russia War and Consequent Geopolitical Tensions

Hon Muhammad Azhar Siddique: Global South Perspectives on the Ukraine-Russia War and Consequent Geopolitical Tensions

International speakers at the UPF-UK event discussing Global South perspectives on the Ukraine-Russia War and global geopolitical tensions.

Global South Perspectives on the Ukraine-Russia War and Consequent Geopolitical Tensions

Celebration of Marriage, Family and Faith

Celebration of Marriage, Family and Faith

Participants attending the UPF-UK seminar on the Founders' Vision, featuring presentations on universal values, peace principles, and Ambassador for Peace appointments.

Half-Day Seminar on the Universal Peace Federation Founders' Vision

Faith leaders, Ambassadors for Peace, and community representatives gathered at the Al-Mahdi Institute for a UPF UK and WFWP interfaith service on ‘The Healing Power of Forgiveness’, featuring speakers from Christian, Muslim, Hindu, and other traditions.

Interfaith Service at the Al Mahdi Institute, Birmingham

Prayers for Peace

Prayers for Peace

Visit of President Yong Cheon Song

World Environment Day 2023 - Universal Peace Federation UK

World Environment Day 2023 - Universal Peace Federation UK

Universal Peace Federation UK Successfully Celebrates Africa Day 2023

Universal Peace Federation UK Successfully Celebrates Africa Day 2023

Principles of Peace Seminar - Birmingham 20 May

Principles of Peace Seminar - Birmingham 20 May

Celebration of UN International Day of Families

Celebration of UN International Day of Families

UPF Peace Summit 2023 'World Leaders Discuss Building a Global Culture of Peace: Countries that are interconnected don’t go to war’

UPF Peace Summit 2023 'World Leaders Discuss Building a Global Culture of Peace: Countries that are interconnected don’t go to war’

The Path to Peace: The Role of the UN and UPF in Achieving Peace in Europe and the Middle-East by Keith Best

The Path to Peace: The Role of the UN and UPF in Achieving Peace in Europe and the Middle-East by Keith Best

UPF-UK Monthly Supporters

Peace Summit 2023: Toward A World Culture of Peace

Peace Summit 2023: Toward A World Culture of Peace

Eid Mubarak from UPF - UK

Eid Mubarak from UPF - UK

Iftar Celebration at UPF-UK HQ

Iftar Celebration at UPF-UK HQ

Universal Peace Federation UK event with Dr Afzal Ashraf discussing lessons from the Iraq War at 43 Lancaster Gate, promoting peacebuilding, diplomacy and global security dialogue.

'The Iraq War 20 years on: What lessons can we learn that are relevant today' by Dr Afzal Ashraf

Keith Best speaking at UPF UK International Women’s Day event highlighting gender equality, human rights, and women’s empowerment in alignment with United Nations values.

International Women's Day 2023 - Keith Best Chair of Universal Peace Federation UK

A youth panel speaker presents at the UPF UK International Women’s Day 2023 event at 43 Lancaster Gate, standing at a podium with UPF UK banners behind, addressing an audience on women’s empowerment and SDG5.

International Women's Day 2023

Universal Peace Federation UK Ambassador for Peace meeting with Korean Peninsula expert Keith Bennett speaking at 43 Lancaster Gate on recent DPRK developments and peace dialogue.

Update on Recent Developments on the Korean Peninsula by Keith Bennett

Header image showing an interfaith gathering with symbols of major world religions, representing unity, dialogue, and cooperation for World Interfaith Harmony Week.

Speaking Truth to Power- A UPF - UK World Interfaith Harmony Week Event

Author Nirmal Kumar Thapa presenting his Nepalese short story collection Ekanta during a cultural programme at UPF-UK in London.

Nepalese Cultural Programme and 'Ekanta' Book Launch in UPF - UK HQ

Header image showing Humphrey Hawksley presenting on Indo-Pacific tensions at a Universal Peace Federation - UK event, with slides illustrating regional issues.

Humphrey Hawksley on 'Liberalism and the Indo-Pacific'

Participants gathered at Universal Peace Federation UK Headquarters in London for a programme on the Co-Founders’ vision and Universal Principles for Peace.

Discover the Vision of Universal Peace Federation's Co-Founders - Jan 21 London

Young Achiever's Follow-Up Afternoon Tea

Young Achiever's Follow-Up Afternoon Tea

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A Season of Reflection, Service, and Shared Responsibility

International Migrants Day reflection by Universal Peace Federation highlighting migration, human dignity, social cohesion, peacebuilding and UN Sustainable Development Goals.

International Migrants Day

A Hanukkah menorah with nine brightly lit candles, alongside the Universal Peace Federation emblem and a Star of David, conveying a message of light, peace, and celebration.

Lights That Bind Us

A mother holds the hand of a young child through a Mozambican landscape and a flag, symbolising resilience, displacement and UPF UK’s call to protect children, support families and advance peacebuilding in northern Mozambique.

Safeguarding Mozambique’s Children and Communities

Poster for the ‘Unsilenced’ UN Women film screening and public dialogue hosted on 9 December 2025 at UPF UK, co-organised with NAWO, the London Institute of Peace and Leadership, and the Justina Mutale Foundation, featuring Nicole Kidman and marking the UN 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

Elimination of Violence Against Women – ‘Unsilenced’ Film Screening

Human Dignity at the Heart of Our Common Future

Collaboration of USIDHR and UPF-UK by Duchess Nivin ElGamal of Lamberton

Collaboration of USIDHR and UPF-UK by Duchess Nivin ElGamal of Lamberton

Accompanying Sudan on the Long Road to Peace

UPF and the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council Postponed

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council Postponed

Universal Peace Federation volunteers supporting community service initiatives on International Volunteer Day 2025, advancing SDGs and global peace

Strengthening Communities Through Volunteer Action

Marking International Volunteer Day with Universal Peace Federation UK Ambassadors for Peace contributing to community environmental service highlighting the 100 Days of Harmony and Hope campaign.

Week 7: Serving People and Planet – 100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Jeremy Blain and participants launch of MAGE – Men Advocating Gender Equality at the UPF-HQ. They are gathered to listen and discuss the plan for MAGE.

Launch of MAGE - Men Advocating Gender Equality

Strengthening Ethical Finance for Inclusive Growth

Universal Peace Federation advocates inclusion and accessibility for persons with disabilities, promoting dignity, rights, and One Family under God

Building Inclusive Pathways for Persons with Disabilities

Beyond Chains: Advancing a World Free from Slavery

UPF Beijing+30 commemorative banner highlighting women’s leadership, gender equality, and the Universal Peace Federation’s commitment to the Beijing Platform for Action during the 16 Days of Activism

Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action: Thirty Years On

Universal Peace Federation - UK reflection on the United Nations Second International Decade for People of African Descent, featuring themes of dignity, equality, African heritage, and global peacebuilding.

Advancing the United Nations Second International Decade for People of African Descent

A UPF Reflection on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

A UPF Reflection on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

Antonio Betancourt speaking at a Universal Peace Federation UK meeting on diplomacy, peacebuilding, and the historic visit of Rev Dr Sun Myung Moon and Dr Hak Ja Han to North Korea (DPRK)..

Antonio Betancourt Preparing the Visit of Rev Dr Sun Myung Moon and Dr Hak Ja Han to the DPRK in 1991

Universal Peace Federation UK Week 6 graphic featuring a circular mosaic of four icons representing human dignity and global rights—solidarity, health, anti-slavery, disability inclusion, and financial empowerment—framed by silhouettes of diverse people in a blue gradient design.

Human Dignity and Rights: Week 6 of Universal Peace Federation’s 100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Peace Road global routes linking continents through the International Peace Highway vision and Universal Peace Federation’s global unity initiatives.

Peace Road: Global Unity Through Road Safety, Connectivity & Restoration

A collage of Universal Peace Federation - UK Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls events in the House of Lords with parliamentarians, Ambassadors for Peace and survivors.

Universal Peace Federation – UK Report: 12 Years of Action to End Violence Against Women and Girls

G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025 – Africa’s leadership in global governance and Universal Peace Federation’s contribution to sustainable development, climate resilience, and financial reform.

G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025: Africa’s Priorities & UPF’s Global Role

Women Supporting Women – UPF UK event on the Elimination of Violence Against Women, 16 Days of Activism 2025.

UN 16 Days of Activism: Elimination of Violence Against Women

COP30 climate conference in Belém Brazil, Universal Peace Federation statement on climate action, resilience, forest protection, shared responsibility, UPF global peacebuilding

COP30 Reflections: Universal Peace Federation Statement on Climate & Peace

You Matter on 12 Dec at Lancaster Gate — a safe space for young adults to share, learn coping strategies, and build emotional resilience. It’s OK not to be OK.

You Matter: Mental Health Awareness for Young Adults

Universal Peace Federation focuses on global governance, human security, UN observances, ethical leadership, peacebuilding initiatives and UN international cooperation during Week 5 of the Harmony and Hope campaign.

Global Governance & Human Security

Vienna, 10 to 12 November 2025. As the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) convenes at the Vienna International Centre, the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) emphasizes the role of scientific cooperation and the CTBTO's verification regime in ensuring peace and security in Northeast Asia.

Verification for Peace - The Role of Scientific Cooperation in Achieving a Peaceful Northeast Asia

Universal Peace Federation UK National Interfaith Week event with diverse faith leaders, IAPD-UK Chairs David and Patricia Earle, community speakers, and newly appointed Ambassadors for Peace promoting One Family under God.

National Interfaith Week Celebration Brings Communities Together

UNESCO’s Samarkand Conference: Reflections from the Universal Peace Federation

Shared Responsibility for Human Life and Dignity

Shared Responsibility for Human Life and Dignity

Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon and Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon presenting peace awards at the UPF inaugural event, London.

20 Years Ago Today: Universal Peace Federation Co-Founders Launched UPF in the United Kingdom

UPF-UK advocates moral leadership and interfaith cooperation as pillars of inclusive governance at the United Nations.

Interfaith Council at the United Nations

UPF-UK 100 Days of Harmony and Hope Week Two banner highlighting themes of peace, justice, environmental protection, and moral leadership.

100 Days of Harmony and Hope - Week Two

Collage highlighting UPF milestones on October 28: Dr. Sun Myung Moon addressing leaders in 2005 symbolizing global leadership, athletes celebrating at the 2006 Peace Queen Cup representing sports friendship, and the 2018 Arch of Reunification in Korea symbolizing unity on the Korean Peninsula. Text reads 'October 28: Pathways of Peace through Action and Dialogue'

October 28 - Pathways of Peace through Action and Dialogue

Discover the life and legacy of Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, the Mother of Peace — a visionary leader dedicated to family, faith, and global peace for all humanity.

Dr Hak Ja Han - Mother of Peace, A Life Dedicated to Unity, Family, and Global Peacebuilding

October 27 Milestones of Peace – UPF Founders’ Legacy of Faith, Freedom, and Interfaith Cooperation

October 27 Milestones of Peace in UPF Founders' History

Event banner for ‘Leading Through Stories: Creativity and Culture for Global Impact’ hosted by the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) and Universal Peace Federation UK on 11 November 2025 at 43 Lancaster Gate, London.

Leading Through Stories - Creativity and Culture for Global Impact (IAACP)

United Nations 80th Anniversary celebration promoting peace, human rights, and sustainable development, supported by the Universal Peace Federation UK

The United Nations at 80 - A Partner for Peace and Sustainable Development

UPF-UK celebrates Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2025, highlighting responsibility, truth, and peace through media.

Global Media and Information Literacy Week

Universal Peace Federation UK event banner highlighting unity, compassion, and ethical leadership for global cooperation and sustainable peace.

100 Days of Harmony and Hope

Building Trust in a Digital Age: Blockchain, AI, and Cyber Security

Awardee peacebuilders, and friends celebrating 20 years of the Universal Peace Federation UK—honouring the past and inspiring the future.

Gala Dinner - Celebrating 20 Years of the Universal Peace Federation UK

Religions standing together in solidarity for peace and religious unity, symbolising UPF-UK’s call for respect among all faiths

UPF - UK Statement on Recent Attacks Against Religious Communities

A vibrant banner for the International Association of Arts and Culture for Peace (IAACP) of the Universal Peace Federation UK event “Leading Through Stories,” symbolising peacebuilding, intercultural dialogue, creativity, and global cooperation through storytelling, arts, and culture.

Leading Through Stories - Creativity and Culture for Global Impact

Group photo at Universal Peace Federation UK’s ‘Principles of Peace’ seminar (4 Oct 2025), Lancaster Gate, London—diverse community and faith leaders, Ambassadors for Peace and volunteers celebrating interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding.

UPF Principles of Peace - October 4th

Group photo of participants at UPF UK’s International Day of Peace 2025 event – UPF UK and FFWPU celebrate peace, family values, and interfaith dialogue at the Peace Embassy in London.

International Peace Day 2025

A Day to Remember – UPF UK & WFWP Seminar on Principles of Peace Dr David Hanna presenting to a large audience

A Day to Remember

Universal Peace Federation UK event on global peace and media responsibility, featuring journalists, media experts, and Ambassadors for Peace at Lancaster Gate. Marco Respinti, Ian Pelham Turner, Peter Zoehrer and Hera Kruja

Media Bias and Democratic Freedoms: Protecting Religious Minorities

2026 = International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development. UPF UK calls on all #AmbassadorsForPeace to lead with values-based service.

International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development

Join UPF’s 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner in London on 15 November—celebrating two decades of peacebuilding and supporting youth, women, and interfaith projects.

Universal Peace Federation’s 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner

The Peace We Choose: UPF Statement on the International Day of Peace 2025 and Conclusion of the 100 Days Campaign

International Day of Peace 2025

A diverse group of volunteers, including youth and community leaders, participate in a riverbank cleanup on World Cleanup Day, symbolizing the Universal Peace Federation’s commitment to environmental stewardship, interfaith cooperation, and building one family under God.

World Clean Up Day 2025

Universal Peace Federation UK advocates youth leadership, innovation, and intergenerational cooperation at G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit 2025

G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit 2025

Young participants engage in a Universal Peace Federation UK (UPF-UK) Parliament Week event promoting democracy, civic responsibility, and youth leadership. Held in partnership with the United Nations Day of Democracy, the programme highlights UPF UK’s commitment to interfaith dialogue, peace education, and empowering youth for democratic renewal.

International Day of Democracy

Universal Peace Federation UK affirms the Global South as a rising force for peace, solidarity, and values-based global cooperation.

UN Day for South-South Cooperation

On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, UPF honors victims, rejects extremism, and reaffirms its commitment to peace, dialogue, and global solidarity

24 Years after 9 - 11

Universal Peace Federation calls for calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership in Nepal, urging unity, reconciliation, and non-violent solutions.

Nepal - Peace, Dialogue and National Unity

Commemorative digital banner celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Universal Peace Federation (2005–2025). The design features a collage of Global Peace making efforts including Dr Hak Ja Han - Holy Mother Han and a number of interfaith and inter-religious leaders

UPF Celebrates 20 Years of Global Peacebuilding

UPF statement on the 80th UN General Assembly: calling for peace, dignity, multilateralism, and leadership rooted in principles, not power.

Toward a World Led by Principles, Not Power

Life is Needed, You are Needed | UPF Statement WSPD 2025

World Suicide Prevention Day

International Day of Charity 2025 | UPF UK

International Day of Charity - Honoring the Spirit of Compassion

Calling East and West to Dialogue | UPF Eurasia Statement

Calling East and West to Dialogue - Eurasia at a Crossroads

Human Security Through Trust, Not Tests | UPF Statement

International Day Against Nuclear Tests

Northeast Asia Peace Initiative: Dialogue for Korean Peninsula

Fostering Dialogue and Reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula - NEAPI

World Religious Leaders for Peace & Freedom | UPF 2025

World Religious Leaders Gather in Seoul for Peace and Freedom

Call for Peace: DRC & Rwanda | Universal Peace Federation UK

A Call for Peace between the DRC and Rwanda

UPF-UK stands with Afghanistan on Independence Day 2025, honouring unity, resilience, and the call for lasting peace and solidarity.

Afghanistan Independence Day

Bering Strait Peace Tunnel | A Bridge for Global Cooperation

Bering Strait Peace Tunnel

13th Anniversary of Father Moon’s Ascension | Universal Peace Federation UK

Honouring a Legacy of Peace

UPF Interfaith Leadership Conference 2025 | Korea

UPF Declares Spiritual Unity and Religious Freedom

Peace Imperative in a Nuclear Age | Universal Peace Federation

Upholding the Peace Imperative in a Nuclear Age - UPF

The Universal Peace Federation calls for urgent global action, interfaith unity, and humanitarian aid in response to the worsening crisis in Haiti.

Universal Peace Federation Statement on the Crisis in Haiti

A Call for Peace in Sudan | Universal Peace Federation UK

From Forgotten to Forefront: A Call for Peace in Sudan

Celebrate youth leadership for peace, interfaith dialogue, and global citizenship at the Youth Achievement Awards 2025, hosted by UPF-UK in Parliament

UPF Young Achievers Awards 2025

International Day of Hope 2025 | Universal Peace Federation

International Day of Hope - UPF

International Day of Parliamentarism 2025 | UPF-UK

International Day of Parliamentarism

Voices and Music for Peace | Stories of Strength | UPF-UK

Voices and Music for Peace, Stories of Strength

World Refugee Day 2025 | Universal Peace Federation Statement

World Refugee Day 2025 - Universal Peace Federation Statement

UPF Statement: Escalation Between Israel and Iran

UPF International Statement on the Escalation Between Israel and Iran

UPF Launches 100-Day Campaign to UN International Day of Peace

Launch of UPF’s 100-Day Campaign to the UN International Day of Peace

World Environment Day 2025 | Beat Plastic Pollution | UPF-UK

World Environment Day 2025

UN International Day of Families 2025 / Universal Peace Federation - UK Event

UN International Day of Families 2025

UPF World Summit 2025 Korea | Universal Peace Federation

Briefing on the 2025 World Peace Summit in Korea - April 29th 2025

Redefining Prosperity | Employee Well-Being & Business Flourishing

Redefining Prosperity - Business Flourishing Through Employee Well-Being, 6 pm, 11th March

Harmony Through Diversity | Universal Peace Federation UK International Women’s Day & Ramadan Iftar

Harmony Through Diversity: UPF Celebrating International Women's Day and Ramadan Iftar 8th March 2025

STOP Human Trafficking - Religious Perspectives, 26th February, 2025

STOP Human Trafficking - Religious Perspectives, 26th February, 2025

Pathways to Peace | Interfaith Collaboration | UPF-UK

Pathways to Peace: Interfaith Collaboration for a Better World

Canvas of Cultures | Art, Poetry & Music for Peace | UPF-UK

Canvas of Cultures - A Celebration of Art, Poetry, and Music - 25th January 2025

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace, 11am - 5pm, 8th February

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace, 11am - 5pm, 8th February

South London Christmas Party 2024 | UPF & WFWP UK

South London Christmas Party - UPF and WFWP

UPF UK Peace Council | Keith Best Remarks on Global Vision

Universal Peace Federation UK Peace Council: Keith Best UPF - UK Chair Remarks on a Global Vision for the UK

UPF UK Peace Council 2024 | Reflect & Plan for 2025

Universal Peace Federation - UK: Annual Peace Council 2024

Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls - UPF - UK conference in the House of Lords

Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls 2024 - Universal Peace Federation - UK

Birmingham Interfaith Week Event 2024 | UPF-UK

Birmingham 'National Interfaith Week' Event

Principles of Peace - November 2nd

Universal Peace Federation's Principles of Peace - 2nd November

Principles of Peace Taught in Birmingham

Principles of Peace Taught in Birmingham

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: How Close Are We?

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: How Close Are We?

Keith Best speaking to the Peace Road Conference in Dublin

Keith Best Addresses Peace Road 2024, Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland

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