“The Role of the Natural Family in the Realization of World Peace” held on July 2 at 7 PM ET.
Article 16 of The United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) asserts that “the family is the natural and fundamental group unit of society and is entitled to protection by society and the State.” This HPF Session explores the rationale for the strong position taken on the value of the family in the UDHR. It highlights the contribution of the Universal Peace Federation’s (UPF) to the vision of the family and the work in this domain today by UPF and HJI Co-Founder Hak Ja Han Moon.
Mr. James Edgerly, Director, Higher Purpose Forum will be the host of this event. Dr. Thomas Ward, Professor of Peace and Development Studies, HJI will be the presenter. Mrs. Mika Deshotel, Associate Dean of Student Life and current Doctor of Ministry Student, HJI will be the respondent.