Hawai‘i Island’s Peace Day Parade & Events Set for September

 

 

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'Hawai'i Island's Peace Day Parade'?

 

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for making peaceful world

 

 

Participants and spectators at the 11th annual Peace Day Parade & Festival in Honoka‘a town on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017, will be joining millions of people across the planet, to honor the values of peace, compassion and global interdependence.

 

This year’s theme, “Together for Peace,” echoes the United Nations’ theme for Peace Day: “Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All.”

 

The adoption of the UN’s theme—intended to focus on refugees around the world—gives Honoka‘a and Hawai‘i Island the opportunity to stand with other global communities supporting peace locally.

 

In light of recent events that further divide a troubled world, it also takes on new relevance, event organizers said.

 

“In times of insecurity, communities that look different become convenient scapegoats,” said UN Secretary-General António Guterres. “We must resist cynical efforts to divide communities and portray neighbors as ‘the other.’ Discrimination diminishes us all. It prevents people, and societies, from achieving their full potential… Together, let us stand up against bigotry and for human rights. Together, let us build bridges. Together, let us transform fear into hope.”

 

Expressing serious messaging in creative, colorful and positive ways, these worldwide events use music, dance, drumming, acrobatics and more in an effort to bring the community together.

 

The Peace Day Parade in Honoka‘a will begin on Mamane Street at 11 a.m. The Peace Festival starts immediately afterward, with live entertainment, a large community bon dance, food booths and keiki activities.

 

Related Peace Day events will take place from Sept. 14 through 30

(see “SCHEDULE OF EVENTS” below).

 

For more information and updates, visit www.PeaceDayParade.org or email info@peacedayparade.org.

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

 

On Thursday, Sept. 14, 5 to 6 p.m., “Read for Peace” in the Honoka‘a Library will be presented by the Friends of the Libraries. All are invited for an engaging conversation about John Vaillant’s The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival, an international bestseller that has been translated into 15 languages. Film rights have been optioned by Plan B, Brad Pitt’s production company.

 

 

Publisher’s Weekly has said,

 

“Over millennia of shared history, the indigenous inhabitants had worked out a tenuous peace with the Amur, a formidable hunter that can grow to over 500 pounds and up to nine feet long, but the arrival of European settlers, followed by decades of Soviet disregard for the wilds, disrupted that balance… [the book] leads readers into the lair of the tiger and into the heart of the Kremlin to explain how the Amur went from being worshipped to being poached.”

 

Additional books in the project are The Book of Joy by the Dalai Lama and The Wise Heart by Jack Kornfield. Kornfield was teacher of Mary Grace Orr, who will lead the Sept. 30 Day of Mindfulness. Readers are welcome to bring their favorite books that further the discussion of attaining peace.

 

 

CHALK THE WALK

 

Thursday, Sept. 21, 3:30-5:30 p.m., at the Honoka‘a public library: Young artists are encouraged to come and express themselves on the sidewalks. A free activity for youth presented by the Friends of Honoka‘a Library; all materials provided. Free.

 

Friday, Sept. 22, 5 p.m. at Cafe Il Mondo: The Blue Zones’ concept of “Wine at 5” suggests that people live longer when they take time out of their schedule to de-stress and enjoy socializing with friends in the community with good food and a relaxing drink. Cafe Il Mondo supports this concept with a special edition of their daily “Wine @ $5,” offering three select wines for $5 each, from 5 to 6 p.m., plus free samplings of wines from Blue Zones regions of the world, while they last. Entertainment will include the New Dharma Band as well as local favorites Sergio Ramirez and Robin Jensen.

 

 

PEACE DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL

Saturday, Sept. 23: The 11th Annual Parade & Festival for the United Nations International Day of Peace steps off at 11 a.m. Mamane Street will be closed for this colorful and entertaining celebration, with Taiko drumming, hula and all kinds of music. The Peace Day Festival follows immediately, with food booths, a variety of music, bon dance, silent auction and more.

 

 

CommUNITY Dance Party – Dancing Together for Peace
 

Saturday, Sept. 23, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Hawaiian Cultural Center of Hāmākua: A “commUNITY” gathering to embrace music and dancing as the perfect way to reduce stress and increase energetic vibrations of positivity into our lives. DJ RajaSick will be sharing a huge selection of tracks, including dance classics and musical vibes from all over the world. (Requests can be sent in advance to DJRajaSick@gmail.com). Admission is $5 (cash only) and keiki are free. Fresh Hawaiian ‘awa and Big Island Booch will be available for sale at $4. This is a family friendly event produced by Sea Dandelion Cafe. Plant-based vegetarian potluck dishes are welcome.

 

 

A DAY OF MINDFULNESS

 

Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (registration at 9:30 a.m.), in the Social Hall, Honoka‘a Hongwanji Buddhist Temple: Participants will experience guided sitting and walking meditation with Mary Grace Orr, a Dharma discussion with Q&A and a mindful, silent meal. RSVP to honokaamindfulness@gmail.com or call (808) 775-1064. The Day of Mindfulness is free and donations (dana) as offerings of generosity and gratitude for the teachings, will be gratefully accepted. No prior meditation experience is necessary. Participants are asked to bring their own lunch and a cushion. Chairs and additional meditation cushions will be available. For more information and updates, visit www.PeaceDayParade.org or email info@peacedayparade.org.

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2017 HWPL Peace News in the Kingdom of Cambodia

 

Here is 2017 Peace News!

by HWPL

 

HWPL Religious Youth Peace Camp in the Kingdom of Cambodia

 

The Killing Fields is the place where one of the most fatal tragedies of human history occurred within the 20th century. However, from this history involving so much suffering and sadness, an earnest peace movement has sprouted. Over the course of four days, starting at the Wat Ounalom temple in Phnom Penh, and travelling all the way to the Al-Serkal Mosque, the HWPL Religious Youth Peace Camp was held.

 

   

The participants of the camp numbered over 30 youths and included HWPL youth voulunteers, who hoped to gain deeper insights in the timely role of youth in peacebuilding, Cambodian students, and Buddhist monks from various temples across Cambodia.

 

These young peacekeepers took their first step together towards the ultimate goal of peace in Cambodia and future global peace through in-depth and sincere discussions and dialogues regarding religion, history, and culture, thus transcending the boundaries and barriers between them.

Buddhist Monks "Peace be upon  you"

(As-salamu alaykum) in Mosque

Day 1 ~ Day 4
 

 Day 1: April 1, 2017, Wat Ounalom, Phnom Penh

On the first day, the camp program was held on the topic of “General History of World Religions” at Wat Ounalom, a Buddhist temple in Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia. Without understanding world religions, it would be difficult to discuss peace. This is why on the first day of the camp, beliefs, practices, and cultures of the world’s major religions were introduced to the participants so that they could better understand each other, who came from different national and religious backgrounds. A guest speaker, Ven. Penh Vibol (Lecturer at Preah Sihanouk Raja Buddhist University and Panna Sastra University of Cambodia), spoke on the topic of “The Importance of Religious Gathering in Religious Peace” and delivered the message that now is the time to not just talk about peace but take action for peace in religion.

 Day 2: April 1, 2017, Al-Serkal Mosque, Phnom Penh

On the second day, the camp program was held on the topic of “Causes of Religious Conflicts & Disputes” at Al-Serkal Mosque. It was quite exceptional for such a program to be held at Al-Serkal Mosque. Tarence Song, one of the organizers of the camp, remarked,

 “Opening this religious peace camp for youth was only possible because there was a profound partnership between Buddhism and Islam in Cambodia. Difficulties existed when religious practices must be respected and the mosque as a venue for the camp can be used at the same time. It was the result of a long, trust-based communication in the principle of co-existence and tremendous efforts by the Cambodian organizers.”
 
The youths, who visited Al-Serkal Mosque to participate in the program, wore hijabs and had time to learn Islamic culture and experience a religion that is not their own. One participant confessed that she was unfamiliar and even frightened to wear the hijab at first, but from discussing and experiencing different religions and their cultures through the camp program, she felt all people are one global family hoping for peace and dialogue is most important in achieving peace.

 Day 3-4: April 2, 2017, Picnic Campsite, Kompong Seila

The camp program of the third day took place at a picnic campsite located in Kompong Seila, which is about a three-hour drive from Phnom Penh. On the topic of “Resolution to Religious Conflicts & Disputes and the Religious Community’s Role for Peace,” the participants discussed the current situation of conflicts between religions and ways to resolve them. Although it is a tough challenge facing the international community, the participants approached it from a youth perspective that respects diversity and came up with some innovative and interesting ideas. Regarding the effort to settle religious conflicts, Ven. Ken Horn said,

"Different interpretation of religious scripture can cause conflict. We don't know what the real teaching is. We got lost. We have moved so far from the original. People use their own reasons to interpret differently and claim that it is the words of God. The UN alone is not effective. We have to focus on the local level, especially young people need to take actions for peace."

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Appeal For Peace : UN Secretary-General António Guterres is saying 

 

 There are still lots of wars, terros
all over the world...
UN New Secretary-General
Antonio Guterres
is trying for world peace

What is he saying?
 

 In his first message on his first day as United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres
appeals to the world for one shared new year resolution - to "put peace first" in the year 2017.

 

"Let us make 2017 a year for peace"

- UN Secretary-General António Guterres  

 

Senegalese peacekeepers from the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) Formed Police Unit (FPU) speak with Malians while they patrol outside Mamadou Konate Stadium during an event to promote peace among the youth. UN Photo/Marco Dormino

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6 April 2017 – United Nations peacekeepers face a raft of challenges – terrorism, hostile host governments, floods of illicit weapons, and sometimes being deployed to places where peace itself is at stake – Secretary-General António Guterres said today, underscoring that all parts of the UN have a role to play in making sure 'blue helmets' can deliver on the mandates assigned to them.

 

“Peace operations are at a crossroads. Our task is to keep them relevant with clear and achievable mandates, and the right strategies and support,”

“[and] we share a responsibility to adapt them to our changing world.”   

“And above all, we look to the [Security] Council for unity, and for clear, achievable mandates,”

“entire peace continuum: from prevention, conflict resolution and peacekeeping to peacebuilding and long-term development.” 

  “That is our objective for every peacekeeping mission: to do the job entrusted to it. To save lives. To prevent mass atrocities. To set the stage for stability and sustainable peace. And to close. And, from start to finish, to be cost-effective.”

“Success depends on our collective efforts. You can count on my full commitment,”

“But I also count on the unity and support of [the Security] Council, to fulfil its primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security in this changing world.” 

I support his saying

We can make
world peace together

"Let us make 2017 a year for peace"

 

Malala Yousafzai named youngest UN Messenger of Peace

The highest honour given to a citizen by the UN, Yousafzai received the award to promote girls education.

by ALJAZEERA news

Malala believes 'education is a right of every child and especially for girls' [Stephanie Keith/Reuters] 

Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai has been appointed a UN Messenger of Peace to promote girls' education, more than four years after a Taliban gunman shot her in the head.

 

At 19, Yousafzai is the youngest Messenger of Peace, the highest honour given by the UN for an initial period of two years. She was also the youngest person to win the Nobel peace prize in 2014 when she was 17.

 

 The Pakistani education activist came to prominence when she was shot in the head in 2012 as she was leaving school in Pakistan's Swat valley, northwest of the country's capital, Islamabad.

She was targeted for her campaign against efforts by the Taliban to deny women education.

"You are not only a hero, but you are a very committed and generous person,"

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told Yousafzai.

Other current Messengers of Peace include actors Leonardo di Caprio (climate change), Charlize Theron (prevention of HIV and elimination of violence against women), and Michael Douglas (disarmament).

Yousafzai has become a regular speaker on the global stage and visited refugee camps in Rwanda and Kenya last July to highlight the plight of refugee girls from Burundi and Somalia.

READ MORE: Profile - Malala Yousafzai

 

"Now this is a new life, this is a second life and it is for the purpose of education.

"The extremists tried all their best to stop me, they tried to kill me and they didn't succeed," Yousafzai said on Monday.

 

I was so impressed at Malala's news.

I have known her since 2012

She is acting for

women education

peace

 

I support her as well. :)

All can be a messenger of peace.

We can be!! together XD





HWPL's Peace Activity :

Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War

Do you know

'Declaration of Peace

and

Cessation of War'?

by HWPL

 

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participate in

peace activity..

 

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Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War

 

Recognizing the imminent threats posed by conflicts and wars, prominent legal experts from various countries came together with a determination to produce a new legal document that could serve as a foundation for a safe and peaceful world.

 

Through their collaborative efforts, the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) was drafted and officially proclaimed on 14 March 2016, at 3:14 PM.

 

Excerpt from foreword of DPCW explanatory book by HWPL Chairman Man Hee Lee

 

 

Preamble 

 

Recalling the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and other international instruments, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,

 

Acknowledging that all members of the human family enjoy human dignity and equal and inalienable rights, and that these rights represent a necessary tenet of the preservation of freedom, justice and peace throughout the world,

 

Aiming to maintain international peace and security and determined to pass on to successive generations an invaluable inheritance of a world free of wars,

 

Ensuring the acceptance of principles and the institution of methods, that armed force should not be used, save in accordance with the limitations prescribed by international law,

 

Reaffirming faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women, the promotion of social progress and better standards of life for people and future generations and the need to facilitate peaceful coexistence among the world’s religions, beliefs, and ethnicities;

 

Recognizing that the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples constitutes a significant contribution to contemporary international law, and that its effective application is of paramount importance,

 

Bearing in mind the universal commitment of the world’s religions to the promotion of peaceful coexistence, tolerance and mutual respect, and the common spirit that permeates all religious scriptures and holy texts,

 

Bearing mind the sovereign equality of states, and

Convinced that judicial and other dispute resolution measures can replace the rule of war with the rule of law

 

Call upon states

 

to establish conditions under which justice and respect for the obligations arising from international law can be maintained, and in accordance with the common spirit that permeates all religious scriptures, and the rules of international law including fundamental rights guaranteed, to undertake to prosecute and sanction gross and systematic acts of violence undertaken in the name of religion to bring about gradual disarmament of weapons of mass destruction and weapons capable of causing widespread and unnecessary suffering and weapons incompatible with international humanitarian law.

 

The signatories to the present Declaration do hereby urge that all efforts be made so that this Declaration is adopted and respected by all states.

 



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