Rev. Taehyon KIM

Posted on February 22, 2023 by acrp-peace

Rev. Taehyon Kim (Republic of Korea, Protestant)Rev. Taehyon KIM is a Presbyterian pastor and ecumenist. He is the director of the Research and Development of Ecumenical Relationship at the National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) and a member of the Central Committee of the Korean Conference of Religions for Peace (KCRP). After studying theology, he became interested in the social responsibility of the Christian and since 1999 he has been working on the Christian unity and inter-religious dialogue at the NCCK. He is an executive committee and central committee member of the KCRP, a consultative body of the seven religions in Korea, to transform it into an organization that […]

Mr. Zhang Maoyu

Posted on February 22, 2023May 22, 2025 by acrp-peace

Mr. Zhang Maoyu (People’s Republic of China)Mr. Zhang Maoyu was born in 1965, graduated from Tsinghua university in 1985, and got Master’s degree in 1987. He ever worked for China National Intellectual Property Administration, and China International Development Cooperation agency. From January 2024, he became Executive Vice President of China Committee on Religion and Peace (CCRP) and re-elected in July. In addition, he is also Deputy Secretary-General of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, and Vice President of China Economic and Social Council.

Rev. Dr. Yoshinori SHINOHARA

Posted on February 22, 2023 by acrp-peace

Rev. Dr. Yoshinori SHINOHARA (Japan, Buddhist)After graduating in 1998 from Gakurin Seminary in Tokyo, Rev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara received ordination as a Dharma Teacher in Rissho Kosei-Kai, a major Japanese Buddhist denomination. He received a master’s degree in Conflict Resolution from the University of Bradford in 1998. He started to work for Religions for Peace Japan in 2005. He supported hosting the 8th World Assembly of Religions for Peace in Kyoto in 2006, and co-led the ARMS DOWN! Campaign for disarmament and MDGs in 2010, as coordinator of the International Youth Committee for Religions for Peace.During the Great East Japan Earthquakes, he served as Disaster Reconstruction Coordinator. Rev. Dr. Shinohara […]

Dr. Ahmad SUAEDY

Posted on February 22, 2023 by acrp-peace

Dr. Ahmad SUAEDY (Republic of Indonesia, Muslim)Ahmad Suaedy is Executive Director of the Abdurrahman Wahid Centre for Inter-Faith Dialogue and Peace-University of Indonesia (AWC-UI) Jakarta and senior researcher at the Wahid Institute in Jakarta. He was one of the founders and the former Executive Director of the Wahid Institute (2004-2012). Suaedy is leading the research about “Revitalized Tradition and Social Inclusion” by AWC-UI. His graduated from State Islamic Institute (IAIN) Yogyakarta 1990 for undergraduate; Graduated Master Program at State Islamic University (UIN) Jakarta 2012, and candidate Doctor at State Islamic University (UIN), Yogyakarta.Currently Suaedy is doing research on “Islam and Mainstreaming Intolerance in Indonesia under SBY: Influence on the fate […]

We Look Forward to Your Participation!!!

Posted on February 22, 2023March 2, 2023 by acrp-peace

Flyer: Clikc hereRegistration link:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsdeutpzkuE9E9Ol3hdcXi_P61Yz5ODxfTProf. Arifah RahmawatiIndonesian Representative in ASEAN Women Peace Registry (AWPR)Prof. Kathy R. MatsuiA member of Task Force for Reconciliation and Education of Religions for Peace Japan; Professor of Seisen UniversityMs. Ruangkhao ChanchaiASEAN Governance and WPS Lead, UN Women Indonesia Country OfficeDr. Suphatmet YunyasitCo-Chair of the Asia Pacific Womenof Faith Network, Lecturer, Instiute of Human Rights and Peace Studies, Mahidol University, ThailandDr. Pablito Baybado, JrAssociate Secretary-General of Religions for Peace;Secretary-General of Religions for Peace PhilippinesMs. Huma IkramullahAssociate Secretary-General of Religions for Peace;Secretary-General of Religions for Peace PakistanDr. Sue EnnisAssociate Secretary-General of Religions for Peace;Secretary of Religions for Peace AustraliaDr. Rashida KhanamChair of Women’s Committee of Religions for Peace BangladeshDr. […]

Religions for Peace at Munich Security Conference

Posted on February 20, 2023 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace joined the discussion about religion, diplomacy, and conflicts on 17 February at the 59th Munich Security Conference. “The test of commitment of religious institutions to peace and security globally, is their willingness to collaborate with and for all human rights,” stated Secretary General of Religions for Peace, Professor Azza Karam. This is a seminal moment toward ensuring that multi-religious and faith leaders are at the forefront of discussions around peace and security.

Religions for Peace: Help Religions for Peace Provide Relief in Türkiye and Syria

Posted on February 20, 2023February 20, 2023 by acrp-peace

As we grieve for our brothers and sisters whose lives were lost during the earthquakes, we appeal to your hearts to help interventions through our Multi-Religious Humanitarian Fund (MRHF). Your support of this Fund can provide food, clothing and protection to the people of Türkiye and Syria, and ease their suffering in the coming days. Please make a difference by joining our efforts today.Statement from Religions for Peace-Japan.

Statement of The Asia and the Pacific Interfaith Youth Network

Posted on February 14, 2023 by acrp-peace

(Photo by Dr. Renz C Argao)About 60 delegates of the Asia and the Pacific Interfaith Youth Network members gathered in Manila, Philippines on 5-8 February 2023 for the 2022 Asia Interfaith Youth Peace Camp with the theme “Asia Youth as Peacebuilders”, which was the first face-to-face camp since the epidemic of COVID-19.It was a great opportunity for delegates to reunite after a long time and to talk passionately about peace for three days.The ACRP will continue to support their activities.SPECIAL THANKS TOThe Seoul Peace Education Center / The Asian Conference of Religions for Peace / The partnership of the University of Santo Tomas Senior High School / Religions for Peace Philippines […]

Highlight Video of the Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network Seminar on Climate Change

Posted on February 7, 2023 by acrp-peace

On November 29, 2022, APWoFN hosted its second project for the year 2022, a climate change seminar under the theme “Inspired by Our Faiths and Spiritualities to Move Forward with Climate Action.”Approximately 40 participants from the Asia-Pacific region joined the seminar for a lively discussion on climate change initiatives from both religious and professional perspectives.In this seminar, we first had a report on the situation in Pakistan, which suffered flood damage in August. We learned how important the role of religious leaders is from Religions for Peace Pakistan, who are working as volunteers in the affected area.We also had a keynote address on COP27 by Rev. James Bhagwan, Secretary General of the […]

Highlight Video of the Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network Seminar on Anti-Human Trafficking

Posted on February 7, 2023 by acrp-peace

On September 29, 2022, APWoFN hosted its first project for the year 2022, an anti-trafficking seminar under the theme “Tackling Human-Trafficking in Asia: Challenges and Best Practices.”Approximately 40 participants gathered for a heated discussion on the issue of human trafficking in the Asia-Pacific region.APWoFN is currently preparing an E-Book of the seminar. It will be posted on the ACRP website for your perusal later.Please take a look at the video highlights of the seminar first.URL: https://rfpasia.org/publication-resource/video/anti-human-trafficking/Here is the full speech of Rev. Elga Sarapung, Chair of APWoFN.“Good morning, good afternoon and good evening to all of you who are already present on this zoom screen, together with us, the Asia […]