26 March 2024
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) champions the fundamental belief that peace begins within the mind of each individual. Their vision is a world where women, united by compassion and a strong sense of responsibility, become the architects of global peace.
Led by Chairwoman Hyun Sook Yoon, IWPG actively engages women around the world in peacebuilding initiatives. They recognize the essential role women play in fostering peace at all levels – within families, communities, and across nations.
To inspire a global shift towards a mindset of peace, particularly among women, IWPG is constructing Peace Monuments around the world. These monuments stand as powerful symbols, a constant reminder of a world that celebrates peace.
The first IWPG Peace Monument was erected on September 6, 2022, in Mindanao, Davao de Oro, Philippines. This location holds particular significance. In January 2014, HWPL, a peacebuilding organization affiliated with IWPG, played a crucial role in mediating a civil peace treaty that brought an end to a long-lasting conflict in Mindanao.
The International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) stands as a beacon of hope in a world often marred by conflict. Founded on the powerful belief that peace begins within the individual, the IWPG champions a unique vision: a world where women, united by compassion and a deep sense of responsibility, become the architects of global peace. Led by Chairwoman Hyun Sook Yoon, the organization actively engages women around the world in peacebuilding initiatives, recognizing the crucial role they play in fostering harmony at all levels – from families and communities to nations.
One of the most inspiring ways IWPG works to shift the global mindset towards peace, particularly among women, is through the construction of Peace Monuments. These powerful symbols stand tall as constant reminders of a world that yearns for peace.
The first IWPG Peace Monument was erected in Mindanao, Davao de Oro, Philippines, a location deliberately chosen for its significant connection to peacebuilding. In January 2014, HWPL, a peacebuilding organization affiliated with IWPG, played a pivotal role in mediating a civil peace treaty, ending a long-standing conflict in the region.
The IWPG Peace Monument serves as a dual purpose – commemorating this historic moment and showcasing the
transformative power of peacebuilding. It stands as a beacon of hope, inspiring future generations to carry the torch of peace forward. With plans for additional monuments in the works, IWPG demonstrates their unwavering commitment to fostering a global culture of peace, with women at the forefront of this critical movement. Their work is a testament to the belief that peace can be built, brick by brick, and mind by mind.
The IWPG Peace Monument serves as a commemoration of this pivotal moment in history, a testament to the transformative power of peace. It stands as a beacon of hope, inspiring future generations to carry the torch of peace forward. With the construction of additional monuments planned, IWPG demonstrates their unwavering commitment to fostering a global culture of peace, with women at the forefront of this critical movement.
