Interact Club of Sunshine Family Volunteer visits abandoned children’s home in Mbarara, Uganda: Ms Jalia Muntu’s SFV Story
Ms Jalia Muntu from Mbarara City in Uganda, noticed the high number of orphaned, neglected and abandoned children in her community and organizes a visit to Divine Mercy Home for abandoned children.
Ha Doo-Ryun is 73 years old. She and her husband live to volunteer for peace. For 11 years, she has been collecting used clothes to send to Mongolia, Malaysia, Cambodia, and the Philippines.
Blankets, food and toys for kids: Jenny’s Hurricane Ian Relief
When Hurricane Ian struck in late September 2022, Jenny, a young girl from the United States organized a funds drive for her birthday in support of children who were affected by the hurricane.
Planting Trees for Peace: Magreth Mushi’s Family Story
During the commemoration of International Day of Peace, Magreth, her husband, children, sister, grandson, and neighbors participated in a tree planting activity in her community.
Food and Shelter Donations for Homeless People in Nepal: Bajracharya’s and Shakya’s Families Story
As Winston Churchill once said, “We make a livelihood by what we get, but we build an existence by what we serve.” Serving is a powerful way to affirm that we are all one family under God.
Dry- food donation to Buddhist Monk: Ramita from Nepal’s SFV story
Shristika Bajracharya’s family and other local volunteers organized a Sunshine Family Volunteer project and donated dry foods to Buddhist Monks in Kritipur, Chabahil Kathmandu in Nepal.
Generosity Knows No Limits: Elaine Desoloc’s Family SFV Story
“No one is too poor that he cannot give and no one is too rich that he cannot receive.” Elaine Desoloc and her family demonstrate this to us through their acts of kindness.
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Nanao City Earthquake Relief Camp: Volunteer Account by Kiho Sano, GPW Japan
Family volunteering is not common in Japan, but its significance was evident in Nanao City from March 24 to March 30, during a volunteer camp to support earthquake victims.
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Rigoberta Menchú Meets Global Peace Women - Paraguay
During her time in Paraguay, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Rigoberta Menchú visited Global Peace Foundation (GPF) offices where she met distinguished and honorable women of Paraguay.
The Art of Becoming Old: Empowering Women in Paraguay for a Better Future
During a meeting held on April 29, 2024, Dr. Gladis Fischer Martinez, a lawyer specializing in gerontology, discussed aging and how society can better support its elderly population.
Blossoming Hope: Namata Mariam’s Journey of Fostering Change through Women’s Economic Empowerment in Ssumba Village, Uganda
Notably, Mariam spearheaded the successful implementation of a project providing vital life skills training to address the aftermath of COVID-19 pandemic-related-violence in Wakiso District, Uganda.
Empowering Women, Strengthening Families: GPWLA’s Naswirah’s Journey of Growth and Transformation - Uganda
Naswirah Nalukwago's journey towards becoming a leader and advocate for change in her community in Southern Uganda began with a single step – her decision to volunteer for a GPW program in March 2020.
Empowering Communities: Azmiri's Journey of Promoting Mental Health, Peace, and Wellbeing in Bangladesh
Azmiri Begum, a teacher, initiated a mental health well-being project, driven by a desire to equip students with the tools and knowledge to navigate their emotions and challenges effectively.
Featured Women Dreamer: Ngunan Tar, Opening Ways for Widows to Serve
Ngunan Tar, endeavored to walk with twenty widows from the Mbaakuma community, in Katsina-Ala, Benue State, Nigeria, opening a way for them to find their place in their community through service.
Local Community in Japan Unites for Turkey Earthquake Relief: Kiho Sano’s Story
Kiho Sano together with members of her community in Japan rallied together to support the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey in February 2023.
Featured Women Dreamer: Doreen, Bridging Parents and Children to Support Adolescents in Kasese District, Uganda
Doreen Ainemababazi observed a lack of parental involvement, particularly in this critical period for the youth in Kasese District in her home country of Uganda; and she had a dream to fill that gap.
GPW Spotlights Women Dreamers Building Peace in Homes and in the World
This month, we unveil an inspiring advocacy campaign themed "Peacebuilding from Home to the World: Global Women Dreamers Making Impact” in celebration of the 2024 International Women's Day.
Project Saksham Promotes Values-Based Education and Parenting Empowerment in Kathmandu, Nepal
Project Saksham is a leadership and life skills training program for women and youth based on the Global Peace Values Framework launched in March of 2022 by GPW Nepal in partnership with GPF Nepal.
Empowering Families: Global Peace Women Philippines Partners with Inner Wheel Club of Central Ortigas for Gift Giving Project
"Let the light of Compassion Keep on Shining through Giving and Sharing." exemplified the GPW's commitment to fostering collaborative endeavors that empower families and youth.
GPW’S Sunshine Family Volunteers (SFV) Program 2023 Highlights
2023 was a year marked by many successes for the SFV program. Thirty six coordinators from twelve countries globally applied the new knowledge and skills gained during SFV learning circles.
Paraguay National Forum Explores "Current Laws for the Protection of Women in the Context of Peace and Security"
Global Peace Foundation Paraguay and Global Peace Women work collaboratively through Area Mujer to advance areas related to women and families in peacebuilding.
GPW Philippines Empowers Young Mothers through Program Themed "Empowering Women, Nurturing Values: Family First!"
The GPW Philipines Vice President Ms. Ching Chanyunco shared an inspirational message with the participants emphasizing the crucial role of mothers in shaping the values of children.