The International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP), an initiative of the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), successfully organized an international webinar on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, under the theme “The Role of Parliamentarians in Reducing Polarization: Advancing Unity Beyond National, Religious, Ethnic and Political Divides.” The event brought together distinguished parliamentarians, peace leaders, diplomats, and participants from diverse regions to address the growing...

As May 2026 begins, the Universal Peace Federation enters the third and final full month of its 100 Days of Serving Community campaign, which runs from February 20 to June 1, 2026. March emphasized partnerships to strengthen local impact. April highlighted the importance of volunteer service that communities could recognize and welcome. May brings this public work to its center: family and values-based education. This leads directly to the Global Day of Parents and raises a practical...

One hundred leading international scholars, policymakers and peace practitioners gathered online to mark the United Nations International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, calling for a renewed global commitment to cooperation, shared values and ethical leadership in an increasingly uncertain world. Hosted by the International Association of Academicians for Peace (IAAP) Asia Pacific, a primary association of the Universal Peace Federation, the webinar brought together speakers...