Mario loved the Peace Pole so much. As far as I know, he has helped build more than 70 peace poles all over the Philippines, and I sent 45 of them from Japan. I myself visited the area five times and worked with many people to erect peace poles and hold peace ceremonies.

I was particularly impressed by the Peace Pole planting during the war memorial service held in Municipality of Bauan, Province of Batangas. I received an article in English about the massacre of Filipino civilians by the Japanese military at the end of World War II. My heart ached as I learned for the first time that more than 100,000 people had been killed in Manila alone, and hundreds of churchgoers in Bauan had lost their lives. I left for the Philippines alone with a heavy heart.

Mario has been building a network with many people through peace activities, and this Peace Pole was requested by a non-profit organization that wishes to transcend the pain of war and promote friendship between the Philippines and Japan.　More than 300 villagers participated in the mass, followed by a requiem prayer ceremony, erection of the peace pole, and I gave a speech. Planting the peace pole with the strong determination for peace and the role of requiem had a really deep meaning. When I developed the photos, I found many orbs and mandalas (what looked like mandalas) in the air. Even now, a memorial service is held every year, and the peace pole is working as a symbol for peace.

On the grounds of a Catholic church, a Peace Pole was erected over the un-exploded bombs that the Japanese left in the Philippines. The students performed a dance with the message, “Let’s learn from war and keep the peace” while joining hands to sing a song of peace.
Mario had been interacted with friends who believe in different religions, such as Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and the Baha’i Faith, and to bring people together in a sense of peace that transcends differences and nurtures the youth. I always found it wonderful to see the tolerance and cheerfulness of people expressing peace with dancing and singing.

At the kidney hospital, high schools and universities, Mario’s network was demonstrated by the planting of a peace pole. Every year, we held a Peace Ceremony and Peace Walk in conjunction with the UN Peace Day. I hope that people will continue to do so after Mario’s passing.

As a Peace Rep, Mario was always very active. He was very practical and showed his appreciation for plants and the earth by planting trees, for example. I also worked with him to teach the children about the importance of nature by planting trees and hiking with them. The peace pole that we built with the sisters who practice natural farming was also a result of Mario’s interaction, and they were grateful.

Continuity is power and treasure! I am deeply grateful to Mario for spreading the May Peace Prevail On Earth message throughout the Philippines, and continuing to sow the seeds of the importance of praying and practicing peace among many people, especially the youth. He is a friendly and warm person who has encouraged, helped and loved many people, and has been encouraged, helped and loved by many people in his life.

When Mario was hospitalized in March of 2020, the Philippines was already experiencing the Corona Virus. His niece Norma, who loved and respected Mario like a father, took the lead in taking care of him, until he departed on the 22nd. She gave birth to her fourth child, a boy, on May 3. His name is Shinjiro Mario. He seems to be a reincarnation of Mario-san. When I first met Norma, she was a high school student, and now she is a mother of four. It’s as if Mario is telling me, “Take care of them!

May peace be in the Philippines, May Peace Prevail on Earth. Mario! Thank you for your support from heaven.

Tomoko Ukai

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Today marks the movement’s achievement of 3,500 Classic White Peace Poles planted globally with the environmental impact of 35,000 trees planted too.

This decade long partnership has allowed ten trees to be planted on the African Continent for every single Classic White Peace Pole crafted at our Sanctuary in Wassaic, NY. An innovative move on Jim’s part, making sure to help the environment as well as spreading the global message of Peace.

This Peace Pole pictured above is being gifted to Wavy Gravy and Jah Romney along with their incredible staff at Camp Winnarainbow in California. Wavy has devoted his life to creative activism on behalf of peace, justice and good humor and has helped May Peace Prevail On Earth, with Jim Personally, lead many World Peace Flag Ceremonies at the Gathering of the Vibes Music Festivals. Wavy and Jah created and have led the diverse and inclusive Camp Winnarainbow for forty-five years providing a place for young people to thrive, learn and feel. A place where they continue to advocate for a peaceful, sustainable and harmonious world.

This 3,500th Classic White Peace Pole has the Message May Peace Prevail on Earth adorning it’s 4 sides in Chinook Wawa, an Indigenous language spoken from Northern California to Alaska, English, Japanese, Persian, Spanish, Tagalog, Tibetan and Vietnamese. 

This is Peaceful Sustainability in action.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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Link to the Peace Pole Project and May Peace Prevail On Earth International:

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It’s been more than nine months since Boy Scouts of America launched Scouts BSA, its leadership development program for boys and girls ages 11-17. By allowing young ladies the exact same opportunities Boy Scouts has offered their male counterparts for over 100 years, girls who have seen their brothers and friends benefit from the programs are now going all in on the program.

Working with the church’s pastor, Father Ron Schmit, Riley planned, organized and raised the funds to complete the project.  The three Peace Poles represent the Holy Trinity and are planted in locations significant to Parish Community: One near the small Chapel, The second at the entrance to the Community Life Center, and the third near the Garden Gazebo.

 Each Peace Pole reads “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in English with the remaining languages carefully chosen to represent the diversity of St. Anne’s parish. Riley intended to promote inclusivity and acceptance when creating these.

To learn more about Riley’s Eagle Scout Project and St. Anne’s Peace Poles, please visit her website at:  www.stanneeaglescout.com. 

Thank you to Riley Lee for helping to spread the message of Peace as well as pave the way for many girls to follow in her footsteps.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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Paramount Ruler of Ukanafun, Local Government Area, Akuku (Professor) Victor Umoh, passed away and was laid to rest.

In honor of him, and celebration of his life, a Nigerian Flag and World Peace Flag were donated by the Nigeria Chapter of the May Peace Prevail on Earth International. As well as May Peace Prevail On Earth stickers to be given to those in attendance during celebration of life.

Thank you to

Mojima Etokudo 
Nigeria Peace Representative 
May Peace Prevail on Earth International

for sharing this news.

May First Class King, (Professor) Victor Umoh Eternally Rest in Peace.

May Peace Prevail On Earth.

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The weeklong Amigos de la Paz Art, Culture, Peace and Tourism Festival, started with festivities in the town of Zihuantanejo on 16 February around a monumental Peace Pole which was crafted by local artisans and unveiled in 2010. The opening festival program was attended by local scout groups, international guests, cowboys from the area on horseback, community leaders and representatives from the local indigenous nations who blessed the event with ceremonial offerings and prayers. Honorary local speakers included, Patricia Ann Talley, developer of the Peace Tourism Program, Gabriella Pasqual, Art & Culture of Zihuantanejo, Wendy Carbajal Sotelo of the Zihuantanejo Peace Community among other local and state officials .

After the scouts presented a spirited World Peace Flag Ceremony around the Peace Pole, they led us in a Peace March through the city of Zihuantanejo to the municipal basketball court where a large group of local supporters waited to witness the Amigos de la Paz Sustainable Peace Tourism Award Ceremony. Awards were handed to individuals and organizations in several categories serving the community.

The 17th of February started with Yoga for Peace on the Beach led by Master Charles Kim of the Peace School in Chicago followed by several Peace Pole dedications.   The first Peace Poles was sponsored by Mexico’s National Trust Fund for Tourism Development (FONATUR) in the center of Ixtapa’s commercial district.  The unveiling was witnessed by youth and community leaders alike.  After the World Peace Flag Ceremony took place around the artistically crafted Peace Pole, handprints of all the youth who were present were imprinted upon the cement at the base of the Peace Pole.  The second Peace Pole was then dedicated at Villas Paraiso Ixtapa becoming the first restaurant to plant an Amigos de La Paz Peace Pole.

A Peace and Tourism Conference took place late in the afternoon at Las Brisas Hotel to address a group of hotel executives who were keen to learn about the exciting possibilities of promoting peace tourism in their city. Speakers included Fumi Johns Stewart, executive director of May Peace Prevail On Earth International, Deborah Moldow, United Nations representative for MPPOE Int retired, Dr. Talia Weltman from the Department of Ethnic Studies, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas.  Patricia Ann Talley, who developed the Amigo de la Paz program spoke about business strategies and explained the 3 criteria of joining the Amigo de la Paz movement which are:

1) Plant a Peace Pole
2) Celebrate the International Day of Peace
3) Empower Youth

After the Conference at Las Brisas Hotel, another Amigo de la Paz Peace Pole was dedicated in the main lobby becoming the first Peace Pole planted at a hotel in honor of the program.

On the 18th, the final Peace Pole was planted during a morning assembly of students at the Instituto Lizardi which became the first Amigo de la Paz school to plant a Peace Pole on campus.  The students were so proud of their creatively hand crafted and colorful Peace Pole.

As a finale to the remarkable activities, the group was invited to commune and celebrate with students of the Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero, a university dedicated to teaching Tourism.  The students entertained us with traditional songs, dance, much joy and laughter.

The Amigo de la Paz program was launched with tremendous enthusiasm with much passion and momentum to spread the initiative to other cities throughout Mexico and from there out to the world with an important and timely message of peace, May Peace Prevail On Earth.

May Peace Prevail In Mexico

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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WATCH and LISTEN to May Peace Prevail On Earth going out to the world from the heart of New York City Time’s Square!

The Peace Day Party was a three hour celebration with speakers from not-for-profit organizations, singers, dancers, musicians, a fashion show and the event even created “the biggest human peace sign” right in Times Square.

Along the front of the stage, our international Flags representing all the 193 United Nations Member States was decorated.  The same flags have been all over the globe including the DMZ at the border of North and South Korea. Colorful messages of peace and a large banner with the words “May Peace Prevail on Earth” was visible on stage including a Peace Pole. “May Peace Prevail On Earth” on every Peace Pole is such an important phrase held in the hearts of every peace activist, thousands of school children, politicians, members of the military and are the words found on every Peace Pole across our planet. 

Jim Dugan, from May Peace Prevail on Earth International, addressed the crowd during the Peace Day Party sharing the importance of being on the planet at this time and how the actions of each one of us are so important leading to lasting effects on the future of all life on this tiny planet. He also spoke about the work of May Peace Prevail On Earth International and the Peace Pole Project urging everyone in earshot to be a hero in their own lives and in the lives of those around them. The peace message, May Peace Prevail On Earth, was then repeated three times together by the thousands of people that were in Time Square at that moment. Those powerful words of peace rang loud and clear through the skyscraper canyons of New York City to be carried in the hearts and minds of those in attendance on that great day and well into the future, a future where we all must work hard so the message of “May Peace Prevail on Earth” rings into every corner of our world and the world of all those who follow in our footsteps.

Watch and listen to our May Peace Prevail On Earth message delivered at Time Square here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChrBDyejb9FXsVEz855hGHw

Watch the full Peace Day Party video here: 
http://goodnewsplanet.com/peacedayparty/

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Following the Rose Garden opening, the annual Student Observation of the International Day of Peace brought together the efforts of students and grassroots organizations from both local and global intentions to the historic building of the United Nations for a celebration and urgent attention towards under the timely theme, Climate Action For Peace.  At exactly noon, our May Peace Prevail On Earth Peace Bell made of recycled weapons of war, was rung to send a peace wave to every corner on earth during the moment of silence that followed.  

The students expressed a sense of urgency among attendees – presentations and conversations of sustainable practices concerning fashion, agriculture, and pedestrian acts pervaded in the hall of Conference Room 4, while questions concerning carbon emissions, horticulture and water took hold of the event. The audience enjoyed a collaboration by famed musicians and Messengers of Peace, Midori, and Yo-Yo Ma, as well as a presentation by Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, youth director to Earth Guardians, prior to his presentation at the Climate March called upon by Greta Thunberg in Battery Park. This year’s youth moderator was the Honorable Kehkashan Basu.

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This convention was held in the occupied land of Spokane, WA.  Indigenous elders were present and offer all attendees a sacred reminder of The Peaceful Way to live.

I have a passion for service above self.  I crave social, economic and environmental equity, accountability and justice for.  These conditions thrive where there is peace (the absence of ALL violence).  I have been a Volunteer World Peace Representative since 2001.  I also served in the U. S. Army from 1983-1991 and again from 2001-2017.  My desire and courage to free oppressed people was seduced by the advertising slogan, ‘Be All You Can Be, because we need you in the Army’.

Once in the military, the culture of comradeship takes hold.  For 20-years I reminded myself that I was ‘needed’, that I could make a bigger difference in so many hearts working from inside ‘the lion’s den’, and that being in the Medical Service Corps somehow made my military participation ‘honorable’. I referred to myself as a ‘military dove’ or ‘peace warrior’. I always wanted to “win the peace”.

I came to the convention to share my unique mission, Peace Poles For Schools, which I began in 2001. I have shared this person mission as a Presenter at the VFP convention.  My workshop, titled, ‘A Tangible Peace On Every School Campus’, was well attended and appreciated.  Participants joined me in completing an Art Peace Pole which will be gifted to all at the convention closing ceremony. 

Also gifted were handmade origami Peace Dolls (bookmarks), MPPOE stickers and buttons.  In addition, 30 mini Peace Poles graced each of the closing banquet tables and were later gifted to: VFP Directors, Board Members and Administrative Staff as a token of gratitude for their enduring work for a more peaceful world.

The World Peace Sanctuary of May Peace Prevail On Earth International will forever radiate healing and inspiring energy in collaboration with Veterans For Peace.

Submitted by Volunteer World Peace Representative, Reneé Marie, Sacramento, CA, USA. August 2019

May Peace Prevail To all who have and Continue to serve Our Nation

May Peace Prevail In Our Schools

May Peace Prevail on Earth

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January 5th, 2011

Join us in our 2010/2011 Youth Campaign to spread universal Peace Message, “May Peace Prevail On Earth.”

Please send us a photograph of yourself, holding up your personal “May Peace Prevail On Earth,” message in your language.

We will be compiling the images and creating a short music video of the many Faces of Peace. We will also be using your images on our News Blog.

Be sure to pass this along to your friends!

Send your Faces of Peace photos to annmarie@worldpeace.org

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