The 11th Annual Young Women’s Speech Contest (YWSC) 2025, a flagship program of the Women’s Federation for World Peace UK (WFWP UK), gathered seven extraordinary finalists to explore a question at the heart of modern life: can work-life balance truly exist for today’s woman? Theme and purpose Theme: “Work-Life Balance – Is it a Myth to the Modern Woman?” The contest frames the search not as a compromise but as a dynamic, evolving practice that blends ambition, care and purpos

On 28 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we gathered online to spotlight women transforming conflict into courage. The meeting opened with reflections on the urgency of addressing violence against women—not only through protection but through empowerment, emphasizing the importance of non-violent communication and building relationships rooted in dignity and respect. Central to the conversation was humanitarian Luan Jaupi, Head of I

The event was hosted by Anne Kobayashi in her home, with Helena Stout supporting. 5 people attended. Topic was women’s health. WFWP events were advertised. Christmas cards were made. People chatted over healthy snacks and networked, discussing future plans and meetings, especially the Christmas party and next Empowerment Event in January date and venue

The Druse community from various parts of Austria came together, first to organise themselves in founding an legal organisation,. But also they presented their culture and food for us- Ausrians – to understand a little more their cultural history. 95 persons came together and filled the room! They gave a lecture about the origin of their culture. Later they shared about the catastrophic treatment their fellowmen/ women in Swaeda, Syria, had to undergo.

Elisabetta Nistri president of WFWP Italy received the price COLOMBA DELLA PACE "DOVE OF PEACE" in Memory of Pope Francis, for the work that WFWP Italy is doing for women and for peace. The event was celebrated at the Museum of Assisi, in the presence of numerous dignitaries: Father Gianmaria Polidoro, Franciscan friar, founder of Assisi Pax; Dr. Massimo Maria Civale, president of the Catholic Association of Poor Knights of Christ of St. Bernard and promoter of the

In response to the kind request of many members who were unable to attend the WFWP Europe annual conference held in Tirana in October 2025, and who wished to learn about its contents, an online meeting was organized with two of the members who participated and who shared their experiences, Manuela Biava and Edda Grande. They were very impressed by the high caliber of participants from the worlds of politics, educational leadership, associations, and entrepreneurship, represen

In the afternoon of the 15 th  November we organized a public event for parents and children in the  church oratory of Paladina. The purpose was to explain how to create Christmas decorations together with our two Japanese origami experts. There was a good response to the invitation and at least thirty people attended. We had an enjoyable afternoon  which ended with a refreshment and an explanation of the WFWP. After the event it was suggested to hold more of this activity in

On Saturday 1st November, Mrs. Myrabelle Corlett, Chairperson WFWP Malta. attended a public talk given by Dr. Raymond C. Xerri hosted at IL-HAGAR, Heart of Gozo's museum in Victoria Gozo. The event was attended by two other friends of WFWP, Ms. Olive Zammit and Ms. Geneva Corlett. The Title of the talk 'Our Nation's Diaspora' attracted enough people who filled the hall to capacity while around two thousand others followed internationally online. Dr. Xerri explained how " Malt

WFWP of Russia organized an Intercultural Program celebrating Mother’s Day in Russia. It is usually celebrated on the last Sunday of November. We could organize a beautiful WFWP Intercultural Mother's Day Celebration. People and families of many different nationalities could join the program representing cultures of Russia, Armenia, Azerbajan, Tadzhikistan, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Buryatya, Brazil and Mari El Republic. Many men-singers came to congratulate mothers and grandmothe

The Nordic Women Mediators NWM, was formed in 2015 rooted in Resolution 1325 (UNSCR) and its objective to adress the underrepresentation of women in mediation and peacebuilding . NWM is a forum where national networks from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden meet once a year discussing issues related to Women, Peace and Security and the implementation of UNSCR 1325. This year was the 10 year anniversary of the founding of the network and also 25 years after  UNSCR 13

Join us on Zoom Nov 20, 2025 7:00 PM CET https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85329999591? pwd=LTXbyYcla5CiOafEsehaquZ0d04laQ.1 Meeting ID: 853 2999 9591 / Passcode: 833571

The Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) Portugal as supporter Organization of Annual Lusophone Award Gala’s Project from an Ambassador for Peace (Dr. Isabel Leitão) due to the good relationship that WFWP Portugal has created with its Peace Ambassadors, this particular Ambassador for Peace decided to create this project of her own, and with certain supports from entrepreneurs, businesspeople and entities, she could rewarding those figures, entities, and people who have c

The Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) Portugal organized a special event on October 10, 2025, at the National Headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lisbon. The meeting focused on promoting Pink October, the international campaign for early breast cancer prevention, while honouring Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, Co-Founder of WFWP and a global advocate for peace and women’s leadership. The program, which gathered over 45 participants, included cultur

WFWP of Russia organized a special concert to honor Elderly people Day bridging generations together through music and kindness.: On October 4 th 2025 during celebration of the International Elderly people’s Day, the hall of the "Opeka" Elderly people’s House was filled with more than just music; it was filled with a special warmth of hearts. WFWP of Russia held a charity concert that became a true joy and comfort for the soul for its wise and respectful residents.

Guided painting-course learning basic technics and artistic expressions. exploring our innerself, finding self awareness, value and skills. Finding deep joy in creativity and inspirations manifested in the paintings. A professional artist teaches us, how to express our creativity and inner reality through paintings. Students will discover their innerself, their emotions, which promotes self awareness and strengthening the own personality. Further sharing and enjoying our insp

From September 15–19, 2025, WFWP Europe President Mitty Tohma, together with Amanda Toumanguelov and WFWP Ireland leaders, journeyed from Dublin to Belfast, visiting members and community partners along the way. The five-day trip created space for deep listening, shared learning, and reflection on peacebuilding, resilience, and collaboration—guided by openness and a shared purpose. Day 1 – National Action Plan Launch (Dublin) A delegation of 5 WFWP representatives attended th

On 19 th September Elisabetta Nistri was invited by Arianna Voto responsible for the project NO WOMEN NO PANEL, to share about the event organized by WFWP Europe at the European Parliament on the topic NO WOMEN NO PANEL Elisabetta had the chance to highlight the content of the topic WOMEN PEACE AND SECURITY that is the theme of the event and about the resolution 1325 by UN. When asked what motivated her to work for WFWP, Elisabetta replied that she had been inspired by the ph

Dr. Perpetual Crentsil from Helsinki University presented an overview based on her wide research how culture, tribal traditions can influence the opportunities of women in Africa. Chances of education are opportunities for women to move up from the patriarchal control and have influence beyond their own family structure. Our goal is to create program where women from different backgrounds could support each other and be empowered. Päivi Yoshizumi introduced some programs pres