Sri Lanka President supports ACRP’s Peace Forum

Posted on April 13, 2024 by acrp-peace

Colombo, Sri Lanka. His Excellency Ranil Wickremesinghe, the President of the Republic of Sri Lanka, has expressed his support to the holding of ACRP annual Executive Committee (EC) Meeting in Sri Lanka, in an unprecedented meeting with Religions for Peace Asia senior religious leaders headed by Rev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara, ACRP Secretary-General, at his official residence in Colombo on April 5, 2024.His Excellency Ranil Wickremesinghe has also conveyed his great interest to address the High-Level National Peace Forum, which is the culminating program of the ACRP Executive Committee Meeting, aimed at strengthening Religions for Peace in its efforts of promoting harmony and peace in the country and in the region.Facilitated […]

Religions for Peace Pakistans Visit to Trauma Center: Advocating for Compassionate Care and Community Support

Posted on March 25, 2024 by acrp-peace

The recent visit of Vice President of Religions for Peace Pakistan Muhammad Hanif Khan and representatives to the local trauma center marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to promote compassionate care and community support for individuals facing medical emergencies and traumatic experiences. With a deep commitment to serving the needs of the community especially Multi religious and multi cultural the visit underscored the importance of prioritizing healthcare accessibility, trauma response, and mental wellness within the district.Upon arrival at the trauma center, the Vice President of Religions for Peace Pakistan Muhammad Hanif Khan and representatives were warmly welcomed by the medical staff, administrators, and support personnel, who expressed their […]

Religions for Peace Pakistan Celebrates International Women’s Day

Posted on March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace Asia is excited to announce that Religions for Peace Pakistan collaborated with Pak US Alumni Association and Rotary Club of Visually Impaired Persons for the the successful event on Women Day 8 March for the “Inspired Women Waves” celebration on International Women’s Day! Cohosted by Ms. Huma Ikramullah, Associate Secretary General Religions for Peace Pakistan, Member of Women of Faith Network , FPCC National Coordinator and Executive Board Member of #PUAN khi, Salman Ilahi, Hira Naz and Qurrat ul Ain Shabbir, in collaboration with BINAE Education Foundation and Pakistan U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) – Karachi Chapter which promised a memorable experience for all involved specially for all […]

The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable Statement

Posted on February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), concluded the second “Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables” which took place from 19-21 February 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable concluded with the Beyond War and Towards Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables Statement that made commitments “to continue to pray and work multi-religiously towards a culture of peace that advances shared well-being, grounded in respect for the sanctity of life and human dignity.” We, religious leaders, representatives of diverse faiths, bodies, and religious institutions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism) from Colombia, Haiti, India, Israel, Japan, Kenya, Mali, Myanmar, Palestine, Peru, Russia, Spain, Türkiye, Ukraine, and the United States, […]

Reflections on The 2nd Tokyo Peace Roundtable

Posted on February 26, 2024February 29, 2024 by acrp-peace

Reflections on The 2nd Tokyo Peace RoundtableRev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara The second Tokyo Peace Roundtable, “Beyond War and Towards Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables,” was held for three days from February 19 in 2024, organized by Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC). Approximately 100 participants from 16 countries, including religious leaders from conflict zones, gathered at the conference. The second roundtable was based on the statement of the first roundtable held in 2022, which called for “religious leaders to build bridges for peacebuilding,” “responsibility for healing communities torn apart by war,” and “continued dialogue to promote cooperation among religious […]

Announcement: The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable hosted by RfP International, RfP Japan and UNAOC

Posted on February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, with the support of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) will convene diverse religious and faith leaders and actors, policymakers, and experts for the second Multi-Religious Peace Roundtable from 19-21 February 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.REGISTRATION

A Synodal Interfaith conversation with His Eminence Cardinal Mario Grech Towards unity and peace

Posted on January 24, 2024 by acrp-peace

Manila, Philippines (January 23, 2024). In celebration of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, and in anticipation of the World Interfaith Harmony Week, Religions for Peace Philippines organized a High-Level Multi-Faith synodal conversation with His Eminence Mario Cardinal Grech, the Secretary General of the Synod, to share experiences and common vision towards collective action.Rev. Fr. Carlos Reyes, ACRP EC-Member and RfP Philippines Co-President welcomed the delegations emphasizing the commitment to one’s religious identities as key component of celebrating diversities towards unity and peace. Dr. Lilian Sison, ACRP EC-Member and RfP Philippines President shared the history and milestones of interreligious dialogue efforts of Religions for Peace in the Philippines. Friendship, […]

Ms. Huma Ikramullah Khan, Secretary General of Religions for Peace Pakistan presented at FPCC Stocktaking Meeting

Posted on January 18, 2024 by acrp-peace

Nairobi, Kenya. Miss Huma Ikramullah Khan, the Secretary General of Religions for Peace Pakistan and the national MHD Trainer and National FPCC Coordinator, is part of the RfP delegates to the Faith for Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities (FPCC) Five-year Stocktaking and Partnership Review Forum held at the Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club from January 16-17, 2024.At the session on country best practices, Ms. Huma has presented the various programs and activities that Religions for Peace Pakistan has implemented based on the FPCC regional and national action plans.RfP Pakistan has implemented the inclusion of diversity and equity programs for special and blind children, which includes Cricket match, […]

Religions for Peace in the FPCC Stocktaking Meeting

Posted on January 17, 2024 by acrp-peace

Nairobi, Kenya. Religions for Peace, UNICEF and other key partners such as the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local Communities and various faith-based organizations are having a review and assessment meeting on the progress and achievements of the first-five years of the Faith for Positive Change for Children, Families and Communities (FPCC) initiative at the Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club from January 16-17, 2024.The aim of the meeting is to understand the changes and emerging situations, issues, and challenges in order to recalibrate priorities. It is hoped that the meeting will contribute to making the FPCC more effective as a faith engagement mechanism in responding and addressing the […]

VIDEO:　Historic First Climate Change Conference and Awards

Posted on January 7, 2024January 7, 2024 by acrp-peace

Historic First Climate Change Conference and Awards organized by Religions for Peace Pakistan and Rotary International District 3271 Pakistan inaugurated by President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan Convergence of Religions for Peace Pakistan and Rotary International Pakistan in a strategic partnership at Climate Change Conference 2023.Please watch their achievement!