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 […]

Please register!!! Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network Seminar on Peacebuilding and Reconciliation

Posted on March 8, 2023March 10, 2023 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace Asia is please to announce that the Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network will hold the seminar on Peacebuilding and Reconciliation on March 9th, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM Japan Standard Time (Check your regional time)Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network has had three main projects since 2022: Anti-Human Trafficking, Climate Change, and Peacebuilding and Reconciliation. Previously, we have conducted projects on Anti-Human Trafficking and Climate Change. As the last project of this fiscal year, we will hold a seminar on Peacebuilding and Reconciliation under the theme “Enhancing Women’s Participation in Peacebuilding and Reconciliation in Asia.”More than two decades after the adoption of UN Security […]

International Women’s Day

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

March 8th is the day of celebrating women! Let’s celebrate together women’s empowerment!Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network will hold the online seminar, tilte “Enhancing Women’s Participation in Peacebuilding and Reconciliation in Asia” on March 9th!Please join us and learn women’s role for peacebuilding and reconciliation!For More Information>>Religions for Peace International celebrates Women’s History Month, not just in March, but every day. Stay tuned for the upcoming release of an article highlighting the women leading Religions for Peace across the globe, on the occasion of the International Day of Women.

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 […]

Statement on the Earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria

Posted on February 7, 2023February 20, 2023 by acrp-peace

On Monday, February 6th morning, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Türkiye and Syria. Just hours later, a second earthquake with 7.5 magnitude hit again. Over 2,000 people have been killed and many more injured. Religions for Peace offers its sympathy, solidarity, and prayers to the victims and survivors of this tragedy.(https://www.rfp.org/)