Message from Lawrence Chong

Posted on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 by acrp-peace

Friends, colleagues, and esteemed delegates, as Chairman of the host country for this landmark 50th Anniversary of the Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP) and the 10th Assembly in Singapore, I welcome you to a pivotal moment. The world, facing escalating conflicts and the rapid disruption of Artificial Intelligence, demands that we move beyond routine dialogue. The status quo is no longer enough to secure peace.Our theme which was beautifully set up by our Secretary General Dr Shinohara, “Shaping Asia for Peace through Bold and Innovative Action,” is not merely a slogan; it is a mandate to us all. Therefore when we gather in November 2026 in Singapore, our […]

[Announcement] Launch of Information Page

Posted on November 21, 2025November 22, 2025 by acrp-peace

The introduction(information) page for the 10th Governance Assembly of ACRP/Religions for Peace Asia, which will take place in 2026, is now available from today, November 23. This date marks exactly one year prior to the Women and Youth Pre-Assembly.The page will provide an overview of the Assembly and feature selected photos from past assemblies, messages from the Moderator and Secretary-General, and so on.*Click above banner for the informatin page.Methods for participating in the Assembly will be posted at a later date.We will continue to upload informational content, so please stay tuned!..

Report from Tokyo Secretariat

Posted on November 20, 2025December 11, 2025 by acrp-peace

[Report] Roundtable for Human Dignity 2025 (written by ACRP Secretariat)On November 19, Religions for Peace (RfP) Japan held Roundtable for Human Dignity 2025, which theme as “The Current Reality and Challenges of Human Trafficking in Japan – Perspectives from Politics, Media, Labor, Mainstream Newspapers, and Religion”, inviting frontline experts and religious representatives engaged in anti-trafficking work.■ Keynote AddressesMs. Hanako Jimi, Liberal Democratic Party, House of Councillors Member, has been standing at the forefront of medical practice, constantly interacting with children and their parents on the front lines as a pediatrician. She said that today’s topic—human trafficking—is closely tied to problems in the Technical Intern Training Program, such as restrictions on […]

Report from Senior Advisor

Posted on November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 by acrp-peace

Scientists and Religious Leaders in Japan meet at the Symposium on the Pursuance of a World without Arms: Non-war, Faith, and Science in Tokyo JapanReport by Rev. Masamichi Kamiya, Senior Advisor of ACRPReligious leaders of Religions for Peace (RfP) Japan and members of Pugwash Conference Japan co-hosted the Symposium on the Pursuance of a World without Arms: Non-war, Faith, and Science, which was convened on November 8th, 2025 at Sanjo Conference Hall, Tokyo University.Utilizing the 63rd Pugwash Conference on Science and World Affairs, which took place in the city of Hiroshima Japan from November 1st to November 5th this year, RfP Japan with the cooperation of Pugwash Japan invited several […]

[REPORT] RfP Pakistan

Posted on November 17, 2025November 17, 2025 by acrp-peace

A distinguished delegation visited the Help Thalassemia Care Center, comprising Mr. Muhammad Kashif Advocate, Chairperson of the Legal and Human Rights Committee of Religions for Peace Pakistan; Mr. Asad Rehman, President of the Happy Home Alumni Network and member of Religions for Peace Pakistan; Mr. Sohail Iqbal, Vice President of the Happy Home Alumni Network and member of Religions for Peace Pakistan; and Ms. Huma Ikramullah, Secretary General of Religions for Peace Pakistan, Associate Secretary General of Religions for Peace Asia, and Director of the Happy Home Alumni Network. They were accompanied by Ms. Faiza Naeem, Ambassador BBD-HIWT.During the visit, the delegation interacted with the resilient Thal Stars (Thalassemia patients) […]

Report from APWoFN

Posted on November 14, 2025December 9, 2025 by acrp-peace

An online forum was held over two days on November 12 and 13, organized by Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network (APWoFN), the Eastern Indonesia Women’s Network (JPIT), and RfP Indonesia.There were 54 participants on the first day and 39 on the second day.During the forum, various topics including gender-based violence in Eastern Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region were discussed, with participants sharing experiences and solutions, and concluded with discussions about upcoming sessions and the need for collaboration across countries and religions.<DAY 1> Highlight Video <DAY 2> Highlight Video Detailed report will be coming soon!..

News from RfP Japan

Posted on November 13, 2025 by acrp-peace

The English website of the Religions for Peace Japan has been renewed.Please visit their new site here 👇👇https://wcrpjp-en.org/Going forward, we will further strengthen our outreach to the international community and widely share our efforts for peace that transcend religious boundaries.We sincerely appreciate your continued understanding and support…

[Online EVENT] RfP Australia

Posted on November 7, 2025 by acrp-peace

10-21 November 2025 – Belém, Brazil.🌏 ZOOM Multifaith Prayers & Meditations for the Earth COP30 – Harnessing the Power of Spirit for a Just and Sustainable World | 10–21 November 2025 Hosted from Perth, Western Australia – 9:00am AWSTJoin us each morning during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) for Zoom Prayers and Meditations for the Earth — a shared time of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual unity dedicated to the healing of our planet and to inspiring just and sustainable outcomes at COP30.Together, we will share our spiritual practices, reflect on local climate initiatives, and discern how we are called to strengthen our common advocacy for the care of […]

Condolences on the passing away of Rev. Dr. Nemoto

Posted on November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 by acrp-peace

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rev. Dr. Nobuhiro Masahiro Nemoto, former Secretary-General of Religions for Peace Asia (ACRP) and currently Special Advisor to ACRP, following an illness on 2 November 2025.With profound compassion, he contributed to peace and harmony in Asia and the world, and to the true happiness of each and every individual.We, ACRP, pledge to make our further efforts to realize his precious message “equal dignity of all lives” that he always held dear.We offer our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayers for his soul. Rev. Dr. Yoshinori ShinoharaSecretary GeneralReligions for Peace Asia (ACRP) and Religions for Peace (RfP) Japan..

Report from Sri Lanka Forum

Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 by acrp-peace

Participation in the High-Level Multireligious Forum for Peace and Reconciliation toward Shared Sacred Flourishing – Colombo, Sri LankaOn 3rd of November 2025, Rev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara, Secretary-General of Religions for Peace Asia, attended the High-Level Multireligious Forum for Peace and Reconciliation toward Shared Sacred Flourishing, held in Colombo by the Sri Lanka Council of Religions for Peace. The forum brought together around one hundred religious leaders representing Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity from across Sri Lanka.Sri Lanka has long endured the consequences of civil war, and its effects continue to weigh heavily on the hearts and minds of the people. Against this backdrop, participants reaffirmed the crucial responsibility of religious […]