| Honoring a Legacy of Peace at the United Nations |
 New York, USA - The Universal Peace Federation hosted a 'Legacy of Peace' program at the United Nations on March 18 to honor the lives of Hédi Annabi, the UN Chief of Mission recently killed with 100 other UN personnel in the Haiti earthquake, and seven other prominent individuals who recently passed and whose lives were dedicated to peace.Read More... |
| United Nations: International Women's Day Celebrations |
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Celebrating Women's Achievements London, United Kingdom - 'Celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future' was the theme of a March 14 celebration of the UN's International Women's Day. A joint project of the Universal Peace Federation and the Women's Federation for World Peace, it was held appropriately on the UK's Mother's Day. Read More...  Women for Leadership RolesBelize City, Belize -The theme of "A Women's Movement for Real Change" inspired Belize women to seek leadership roles in their community and nation as they gathered on March 9 for a celebration of the International Women's Day.. Read More... France - International Women's Day Celebrated in France Netherlands - Women Come Together in a Bridge of Peace India - A Women's Movement for Change in Sikkim Canada - Focus on Education on International Women's Day Israel - Holistic Center Opens on Women's Day |
Iraqis who came to Jordan for refuge face many challenges in seeking housing, food, utilities, and medical care. The Women's Federation for World Peace offers a listening ear, advocacy, and tangible assistance.