Message from SG

Posted on December 2, 2025 by acrp-peace

I am deeply saddened by the extensive damage caused by heavy rainfall, flooding and landslide in Southeast Asia including Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.I offer my heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their lives. I sincerely pray for the prompt rescue of those still awaiting rescue.Recovery from this immense devastation will be challenging and will require long-term efforts. Now more than ever, the people of the affected countries and regions need international support. ACRP strengthens our solidarity with those who have suffered and walk together toward recovery. I sincerely pray for the speedy recovery of the disaster-stricken areas, and the true restoration of peace and security for […]

Report from RfP Bangladesh

Posted on December 1, 2025 by acrp-peace

Religions for Peace (RfP) Bangladesh Chapter organised a special Meditation Programme for its members on Friday, 28 November 2025, at the Chattogram Elite Club. The session was led by Ms. Shantisree McGrath, Director of the Sri Chinmoy Centre, Chittagong.The programme began with a tribute to the late Reverend Dr. Nobuhiro Nemoto, former Secretary General of RfP Asia (ACRP). His contribution and service to the interfaith community were respectfully remembered.During her talk, Ms. McGrath explained the importance of meditation in daily life. She said that meditation helps us achieve two important things:Self-controlSelf-transformationShe explained that when a person meditates, the mind becomes calm, still, and peaceful. This calmness allows positive change to […]

A Statement of Reflecting on COP 30

Posted on November 28, 2025December 2, 2025 by acrp-peace

Asian Conference of Religions for Peace (ACRP)‘ Must not halt the decarbonization movement.’A Statement of Reflecting on COP 30The Thirtieth (30th) Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Belém, Brazil, concluded with the adoption of a document entitled ‘Global Mutirão’. Mutirão is a Brazilian indigenous word signifying the spirit of ‘collective efforts’. This large-scale environmental conference was attended by 195 countries and regions, with over 60,000 participants registered, including citizens.Across the globe, extreme weather events such as heatwaves, droughts, wildfires and heavy floods have been tragically frequent, making the impacts of global warming increasingly evident. Ten years ago, the Paris Agreement was adopted […]

16 Days of Activism Campaign

Posted on November 27, 2025 by acrp-peace

November 25 marked the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and it is also the launching day for the campaign of the 16 Days of Activism.During this period, let’s commit to building a world where every woman and girl can live with safety, respect, and dignity. As Religions for Peace Asia, especially with the commitment of Asia Pacific Women of Faith Network (APWoFN), we will be sharing various messages on our social media, so please follow our SNS!・Instagram・Facebook・X・LinkedIn

10th Governance Assembly Information

Posted on November 23, 2025November 26, 2025 by acrp-peace

1. IntroductionThe Governance Assembly is the supreme governing body of ACRP, and it generally meets once every five years. The key functions of Governance Assembly are to review the performance and activities of the past five years to initiate new activities and polices to set new directions and goals for ACRP. It further carries out its important task in endorsing membership additions and in electing the office-bearers of the organization.Founded in 1976, ACRP has convened nine Assemblies: the first in Singapore (1976), the second in New Delhi, India (1981), the third in Seoul, the Republic of Korea (1986), the fourth in Katmandu, Nepal (1991), the fifth in Ayutthaya, Thailand (1996), […]

[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, 2025November 21, 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) […]

[Online Event] ACC21 & ACRP Tokyo

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

On the afternoon of Saturday, December 13th, we will host an online forum themed “Listening to the Voices of Filipino Children and Considering What We Can Do,” welcoming staff from a local NGO in the Philippines with years of experience supporting street children, along with children receiving this support!Currently, it is estimated that approximately 100 million “street children” live worldwide, with at least 370,000 in the Philippines alone. What are the circumstances that lead them to the streets, and what are their thoughts and feelings as they live there?At this forum, you will have the opportunity to hear directly from staff of the “Kuya Center for Street Children,” which continues […]