Dr. Pablito A.Baybado, Jr

Posted on June 9, 2023 by acrp-peace

Dr. Pablito A.Baybado, Jr (Philippines, Roman Catholic)Dr. Pablito A.Baybado, Jr is a lecturere at the Institute of Religions, Program Lead for the Graduate School Technology program, and researcher at the Center for Technology, Religious Students and Ethics of the University of Santo Tomas. He is Secretary-General of Religions for Peace Philippines, and the Associate Secretary-General of Religions for Peace Aisa, and the Coordinator of the Uni Harmony Partners manila.

Rev. Taesung Kim

Posted on June 9, 2023 by acrp-peace

Rev. Taesung Kim (South Korea, Won-Buddhist)Education1991: B.A., Won-Buddhism Studies, Wonkwang University, Korea2002: M.A., International Studies, Choong Ang University2005: Completed Ph. D Program, International Studies, Choong Ang University Career1992: Ordained as Reverend, Won-Buddhism1993: Reverend, Department of International Affairs, Headquarters of Won-Buddhism 2001: Vice Secretary-General, Korean Conference of Religions for Peace 2002: Vice Secretary-General, Asian Conference of Religions for Peace2014: Director, Seoul Peace Education Center2017: Acting Secretary-General, Korean Conference of Religions for Peace2018: Secretary-General, Korean Conference of Religions for Peace2021: Deputy Secretary-General of Religions for Peace Asia

A Whole of Society Approach: Religious Actors as Driver of Change and Preventing Violent Extremism

Posted on June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 by acrp-peace

A Whole of Society Approach: Religious Actors as Driver of Change and Preventing Violent Extremism will highlight the importance of the Plan of Action on the Role of Religious Leaders and Actors to Preventing Incitement to Violence that could lead to Atrocity Crimes as an essential tool for conflict prevention, countering violent extremism, and atrocity crimes while ensuring protection of human rights. This event will showcase good practices and lessons learned, including building effective partnership between UN Member States and Agencies, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders to contribute to sustainable peace. It will also offer reflections on ways to further strengthen capacity building programmes.[WHEN] June 23, 2023 10:00-11:30 AM (EDT) […]

“War and Peace”

Posted on June 6, 2023 by acrp-peace

“War & Peace”, a video podcast series featuring Secretary General of Religions for Peace, Professor Azza Karam, seeks to answer the tough questions of how can we prepare peace in the midst of war and conflict and the role of faith leaders in Ukraine and beyond.

Happy World Environment Day

Posted on June 6, 2023 by acrp-peace

On this World Environment Day, Professor Azza Karam, Secretary General of Religions for Peace stresses about how “It is time for us to invest in the health of our planet,” and why we need to beat plastic pollution.Religions for Peace continues to impact the environment by mobilising religious leaders and communities to take action for sustainability, raising awareness for the importance of environmental stewardship and fostering interfaith cooperation in tackling ecological challenges.

The Environmental Day,05/06/2023 at PGIPBS University of Kelaniya by Religions for Peace Sri Lank

Posted on June 5, 2023June 8, 2023 by acrp-peace

As for the World Environment on June 5th, Religions for Peace Sri Lanka created the video to share the world.

Religions for Peace Japan Youth Committee 50th Anniversary

Posted on June 5, 2023July 27, 2023 by acrp-peace

The Youth Committee of RfP Japan, which was established on May 15, 1973, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.To commemorate the 50th anniversary, a “Prayer Gathering, Commemorative Ceremony and Symposium” was held on Saturday, May 13 at Sanjusangendo, Rissho Kosei-kai Kyoto Dharma Center and via internet broadcast, with 350 participants.It was an opportunity for the youth generation to gather with their predecessors and seniors who laid the foundation of the Youth Committee, to celebrate the 50th anniversary, and to experience the joy of meeting and talking with each other.We look forward to your continued support for the Youth Committee.

National Chapters’ Report

Posted on May 19, 2023July 9, 2023 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace Asia is a dynamic Asian network working for world peace spreading from the Asia-Pacific region while respecting each other’s religions.Since the 2021 Tokyo Governance Assembly, each chapter has been actively engaged in peace activities with its neighbors and in cooperation with domestic governments and NGO organizations. The achievements of their actions are reported at the annual ACRP Executive Council Meeting.Among the activities, we have identified the ACRP Flagship Projects in April 2019, which are composed of five prioritized project areas: namely, 1) Prevention of Human Trafficking, 2) Education of the Dignity of Live, 3) Conflict Transformation and Reconciliation, 4) Development and Environment and 5) Advancement of Youth […]

Asia & the Pacific Interfaith Youth Network released Hiroshima Statement

Posted on May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 by acrp-peace

Asia & the Pacific Interfaith Youth Network (APIYN) delegates visited Hiroshima, Japan, from May 9 to 11 and participated in the G7 Hiroshima Summit Prayer and Symposium by Religious Leaders organized by Religions for Peace Japan on May 10.All speakers and participants discussed conflict resolution and nuclear abolition not only in Japan but also with young Asian religious leaders who are the leaders of the future. Before the symposium, APIYN members visited Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Witnessing the tragedy of the atomic bombing, they were motivated to think about what they, the youth, could do for the future and what they must do now. They also experienced the importance of learning about […]

From WCRP/RfP Japan to Prime Minister Kishida- A Recommendations for Hiroshima G7

Posted on May 17, 2023July 27, 2023 by acrp-peace

On May 15, eight representatives of WCRP/RfP Japan, headed by Ven. Yoshiharu Tomatsu, the Chairperson of the interfaith group, met with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at his official residence in Tokyo. The religious leaders handed him a written recommendation for the G7 Summit meeting in Hiroshima. The recommendations, titled “Aiming for Sustainable Peace Guided by the Spirit of Hiroshima ,” was adopted at an event organized by WCRP/RfP Japan on May 10 in Hiroshima. “I would like to keep in mind the points of this proposal in substantial discussions (at the G7 Summit Meeting in Hiroshima),” Mr. Kishida said.WCRP/RfP Japan says the “Spirit of Hiroshima” is composed of a prayer […]