On June 10th, on the occasion of a tour in Latin America (Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil) to visit the educational centers of our network and to continue to spread Living Peace International and the work done with partner organizations.

We presented the Peace Pal Award, inviting everyone to participate this year 2023. Some of the finalist drawings of the previous years were exhibited and were greatly appreciated.

In addition, we held multiple flag ceremonies with educators and teachers in Latin American.

We feel the urgency and importance of becoming more and more united, supporting each other so that our message of peace and the culture that derives from it, reaches as many children, adolescents and young people as possible.

Carlos Palma
General Coordinator
Living Peace International

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Peace Pals International was contacted by a senior editor of The ACU (The Association of Commonwealth Universities) Review, requesting permission to select and use one of our young artists paintings for the cover of an upcoming edition, which focussed on Sports and Peace… Peace Pal Internationals theme for 2020.

The Association of the Commonwealth Universities (ACU) publication. ACU was established over a hundred years ago and has over 500 member institutions in over 50 countries. It’s the world’s oldest International network of universities aiming to advance knowledge, promote understanding, broaden minds and improve lives.

After going through the artwork for that year…they selected 11 year old, Teni Abodunrin of Nigeria, 1st place winner in her age category. As you can see by Teni’s artwork, it is very understandable why they selected her art to be on the cover. We at Peace International and May Peace Prevail On Earth International are so proud and honored.

The ACU Review Magazine is a meeting place for ideas and diverse perspectives from around the world. Published twice a year both in print and online, it’s a platform for ACU member universities from across the Commonwealth to share insights, to experiment with ideas, and spark debate, while allowing a wide international readership to learn from their insights. 

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Aron Raj of Pune, India was first place winner in his age group of the 24th Annual Peace Pals International Art and Exhibition. The grand prize for being 1st place was a Peace Pole with his chosen languages of, English, American Sign Language and Hindi and Tamil, his regional language.

During summer vacation Aron and his family went to their native home of Kanya Kumari, Tamil Nadu, India and met with their state Member of Parliament and with other officials to receive the Peace Pole.

Aron is studying 5th standard at Indira National School and college. His school principal and chairman congratulated Aron on winning 1st place and plan on planting the Peace Pole on the school premises. Indira National School is very happy for Aron Raj, as he is a winner of JK Rowling Children’s book “The Ickabog” by illustrating the title character “The Real Ickabog”, Global Canvas, EarthX and few more international awards.

Wording from the newspaper “Aron Raj, age 9, class 5, studying in Indira National School, Pune. Recently he has participated and won first prize along with a peace pole of 6 feet, a gold medal and a certificate conducted by Peace Pal International under the topic Kindness. Also 10 plants have been planted in Africa Continent. His artwork was exhibited in the Art category. To add his credit, he has already won more than 50 international & 150 national awards. Mr. Vijay Vasanth Member of Parliament has congratulated and handed over the peace pole along with the certificate. At this event his parents and a few other officials were present.”

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The Sakarya Science and Art Center, a governmental institute of Sakarya Turkey requested the Ambassador of Peace Artwork from 110 Countries (https://peacepalsinternational.org/ambassador-of-peace-countries/) to be exhibited in a gallery in Sakarya City Center.

The date chosen was very special to Turkey, as the 23rd of April is National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. It is a National Holiday which is related to children and peace.  The exhibition went for 3 days (22nd to 24th of April) 

Guests from all over Turkey came to view the artwork.

The artwork was requested by: Bugra Mazlum – Assistant Head Teacher of Sakarya Science and Art Center

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The award ceremony and Peace Pole planting at St. Gregory’s College, Ikoyi- Lagos State, Nigeria in honor of Emmanuel Joe-Osodi was great and successful.

The ceremony hall was decorated with peace banner and Emmanuel’s parents and family were present and excited to witness the award ceremony.

The school administrator Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Ayeni, the assistant administrator Rev Fr., the Head Teacher and the staff and students of St. Gregory’s College grace the event.

In my team of May Peace Prevail on Earth International, we were there (3) who traveled to Lagos, my secretary Mr. Joseph Boaz who read Jules Loren’s message at the event and Mr. Ben Emonena our supporting staff.

The ceremony began at 10.00am with an opening Prayer and a message from the school administrator welcoming the Peace Pals International team to his school and promised to partner with Peace Pals International in our future events.

I presented my message as the Nigeria Peace Representative, congratulate Emmanuel and the St. Gregory’s College staff for their efforts. I equally introduced the May Peace Prevail on Earth International and her programs including the Peace Pals Art Exhibition, Peace Pole project, United Nations International Day of Peace, International Essay Contest by the Goi Peace Foundation etc.

54 students of the College led the World Peace Ceremony with flags as I read names of countries and our paper flag were raised for prayers. At the end, the Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Ayeni prayed for all countries of the world.

I did the presentation of the 1st Place certificate, the winning artwork, Peace Message in other languages of the world and a Desktop Peace Pole with the May Peace Prevail on Earth in English, French, German and Korean to Emmanuel Joe-Osodi.

Emmanuel Joe-Osodi gave his speech and it was thought provoking and encouragement to both young and old.

The school administrator Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Ayeni also received a Desktop Peace Pole with the same languages and he was happy to be honored by us.

Finally, the two Rev. Frs received the 7ft iron Peace Pole on behalf of the St. Gregory’s College, Ikoyi Lagos and after taking photographs with other guests. We arrived the site for the Peace Pole planting which Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Ayeni did the planting and I guide them on how it is done.

I printed 100 copies of the program of event with pictures and they were excited to see our international leaders and Emmanuel’s photo on it.

It was a huge success as about 200 participants both students, Teachers, and Guest pray the universal Prayer for peace “May Peace Prevail on Earth”. 200 Stickers were shared to all in attendance.

Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve.

Say my hello to all at the New York office, Japan office and all our offices.

Infinite Gratitude,

Mojima Etokudo
Nigeria Peace Representative

To learn more about Peace Pals International please visit: https://peacepalsinternational.org/

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Dear Team, 

Namaste from India!

May Peace Prevail on Earth is not just a message but a silent prayer for the well being of our community and the world. This year the students of The Ardee School, New Delhi of 3 years to 16 years all participated in planted a Peace pole today – physically and virtually.  Attaching a few pictures of the event.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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GLOBAL

We will present on the Peace Stage at the epic Shift Summit & Music Festival this weekend alongside 300+ changemakers, artists, healers, and visionaries. It’s THE event of the year for anyone committed to conscious change. Please Join us on September 21st, Monday at 8:10am Pacific!

At the United Nations

Join us LIVE from the UNITED NATIONS on PEACE DAYSeptember 21st, Monday 11am EDT – 7pm ED

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3 Days of Unity and Peace September 19 – 20 – 21.

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Happy International Day of

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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The owner is a friend and liked the children’s paintings as well as the contest. The art was displayed at the entrance of the cafe and many local people spoke of how much they really loved them. Everyone was so impressed by the skills of the artists, as well as the design.

Peace Pals International holds an International Art Competition annually for youth. Each year is a different theme of Peace. This last year was “Living Peace”. The upcoming competition is going to be very special as it is extended to coincide with the Olympics in Japan. The theme will be “Sports and Peace”.

Everyone who entered this popular Cafe to those walking along the street were so taken with the intentions of the images portrayed. Many remarked, “I cannot believe their ages since they are all so good”. The Competition is from 5 to 15 in age groups, and come from all around the world. Others remarked “I even felt something spiritual from the art”, which is common when you see the love and dedication these young artists put forth.

The cafe has an old fashioned feel of the 1950s or 1960s in their interior. “Gura” means storage and it shows the history of success of the business by merchants in old times. There are some art exhibitions from time to time.  Jazz players have gig occasionally.  So it has lots of culture and just a feeling in the air. It is a very popular Coffee Cafe and many Coffee fans gather here.

A very special thank you to Mitsuko Moroto for sharing this very special story with us.

May Peace Prevail in Japan.

May Peace Prevail On Earth

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Isabella Yin won 1st Place in the 2018 competition. She received her Peace Pole recently and is very excited to be given such an honor. We are extremely proud of her achievements.

Michelle Lu is all smiles as she graciously accepts her 3rd Place Award. The pride exuded in these participants is expressed through their gratitude, the ripple effect of happiness is as beautiful as the artwork they submit.

Selina Chen, Tia Li and Sophy Cai all received awards as Finalists.

VSA is an Art & Design Studio has an enriching programs designed to build a strong foundation for the future of the younger generation. They also help to build strong work ethics, support emotional balance and relaxation through visual art. They teach the students how to contribute through art to better society.

Much of their teachings and beliefs are similar to those of the belief behind May Peace Prevail on Earth. Learning to work together in society to bring about a positive global change.

Congratulations to all from the VSA Art & Design Studio, we look forward to seeing what this year’s competition will bring from their talented youth.

May Peace Prevail in Vancouver

May Peace Prevail on Earth

Photos of Students provided by VSA Studio, Vancouver Canada.

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We were so proud to learn that two of our young artists were honored by their countries Ambassadors to Switzerland.

Thasneem Abu Thahir, age 15 from The United Arab Emirates and who was our 2^nd place winner in 2018, was honored by Vice Ambassador Ahmed bin Nassere Al Nuaimi (UAE).  The Ambassador spoke at length about Thasneem and what an honor she brought to the United Arab Emirates. 

The event was broadcast on TV.   Please click the link to view.  http://www.loly.ch/aktuelle-sendung/

In addition, Mr. Fernando Espinosa, Chief Chancery of the Embassy of Mexico had the opportunity to see our 1^st place winning artwork of Sofia Guadalupe Gonzalez Garcia.  He was so pleased and proud to see his countries winning artwork.

We are always so grateful to our youth for participating in our annual art contests. We could not make this happen without the young people, their families, schools and all those who support them.

In addition to the art exhibition, Dagmar led a World Peace Flag Ceremony in which the people in attendance said “May Peace be in *country* – May Peace Prevail On Earth.”   Many people said MPPOE in the language of their home country.  There was music and great speeches were given.  It was said to have been a beautiful and most successful event.

We thank Dagmar of May Peace Prevail On Earth International (Germany) for bringing Peace Pals International to Switzerland and always honoring our children.

For more information on Peace Pals International and how you can get children involved, please visit our website.

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