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Strengthen Families

Give a Birthday – Summer and Aurora’s Family

Selflessness is a virtue that allows us to be considerate of the needs of others around us. Two girls raise money on their birthday to support an orphanage.
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Giving Back by Planting Joy: Harmony's Story

Giving back to the community is a special act that leaves one feeling joyful and satisfied.
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About Global Peace Women Sunshine Family Volunteers, SFV Clubs and Activity Highlights

Recognizing the family as the first school of love and character, Sunshine Family Volunteers encourages families to cultivate service-mindedness through serving together.
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Living Courageously for the Greater Good: Breland Family

What does courage mean to you? This word means a lot of different things to most people, but for most, courage means the lack of fear.
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Shristika Bajracharya’s Family-wide Greening Plantations Project

Shristika Bajracharya from Nepal has been working towards keeping the earth green and not gray.
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A Visit to the Family of Nicholas in Kyera Village: Naswirah’s Family First SFV Experience

Nicholas is a disabled cobbler from Uganda. Nashwira's family visited him on their very first Sunshine Family Volunteer project. "Despite all the challenges, Nicholas deeply loves God and his family."
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Building Resilience with Adolescents During and After Covid -19 in Uganda: Jackline’s Family

“I loved the spirit of self-reliance and self-discovery. I was excited seeing them smile, expressing their emotions and gaining courage to overcome the negative effects of COVID-19."
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A Change of Mindset Brings the Change We Desire to See in Our Communities: Eyambe’s Family

"We want to nourish hope and commitment, instill positive energy to young survivors who have either faced emotional or physical violence." In the midst of violence, the Eyambe family stands for peace.
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A Visit to Hope for Katanga Kids Project Home: Mary and Zainab’s Families

"These are children who can hardly feed on two meals a day. I commit to support them.” A single visit to Hope for Katanga Kids Project Home sparks renewed commitment to support service-minded people.
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Passing on the Gift of Giving: Aneth’s Family from Tanzania

“Sometimes I travel with my kids to support children with disabilities and show them what my work and helping others involves,” she shared.
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S4D Fam Jam: Samriddhi’s Family Story from Nepal

Samriddhi Shakya from Nepal shares her family story on how music brought everyone together during the Covid pandemic lockdown.
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Learning Teamwork and Upcycling with Extended Family

A group of cousins and friends gathered at the Global Peace Women office in Seattle learned how to upcycle
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Generosity and Peacebuilding: Sunshine Family Volunteers Bring Hope to Flood Victims in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

In times of crisis, the generosity of one community can be the lifeline of another. Learn how SFV club members in Nigeria through their Community Peace Friend initiative exemplify this value.
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Empowering the Next Generation: Sunshine Family Volunteers Support Girls in Kano, Nigeria

“The Prepared Girl Child” program aims to inspire and equip young girls with knowledge, skills, and empowerment strategies, to influence society positively and build strong families.
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Empowering Through Education: Sunshine Family Volunteers Bring Hope to Kano’s Children -Nigeria

Education has long been seen as the cornerstone of empowerment, and GPW Sunshine Family Volunteers (SFV) in Nigeria, demonstrate this through their inspiring “BookOnResumption” initiative.
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­Empowering Women with Disabilities in Kaduna State, Nigeria: A Path to Inclusivity and Peacebuilding

This event marked a significant step in uplifting the living standards of over 90 women with disabilities, providing them with financial literacy and resources to support small business ventures.
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Families for Peace: Empowering Women as Agents of Change in Kaduna State, Nigeria

The event's core message revolved around women's role as peace advocates within the family.
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Uplift Women's Value & Dignity

Empowering Aging Women: A New Perspective on Ageism – GPW Paraguay

"Aging should be celebrated as a stage where women, freed from certain societal obligations, can pursue their dreams and continue making meaningful contributions," Dr. Gladis Fischer.
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Advance Women's Leadership

Women’s Democratic Leadership: Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward – GPW Paraguay

This engaging discussion explored the evolution of women in leadership, their roles in shaping democratic societies, and the cultural and institutional challenges they continue to face.
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Advance Women's Leadership

Global Peace Foundation Nigeria Partners with Bethel Candle of Hope for Capacity Building Workshop on Nonviolent Communication and Leadership

This initiative aimed to equip participants with valuable peacebuilding tools and promote responsible leadership within families and communities.
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Global Peace Women Uruguay’s Work in Empowering Incarcerated Women

The GPW Uruguay chapter has been working diligently for the past two years to support and uplift women in prison. The chapter has focused on understanding the unique challenges these women face.
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Strengthening Legal Frameworks for the Protection of Older People – GPW Paraguay

“National and Regional Legal Framework for the Protection of Older People,” webinar explored the gaps that need to be addressed to ensure a dignified and secure life for the elderly.
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Celebrating the International Day of Peace: The Global Peace Women’s Korean Dream Family Challenge

This initiative aims to bring families, volunteers, and communities together in a shared effort to promote unity, peace, and hope, both within families and across borders.
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Strengthening Peace and Resilience: Global Peace Foundation Nigeria's Three-Day Initiative in Kaduna State

GPW Nigeria highlighted the essential role of women in peacebuilding, sharing about the “Peace begins in the home” campaign, which spotlights women as important caregivers and community influencers.
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Advance Women's Leadership

European Parliament Deputy, Dr. Soraya Rodríguez Ramos, Engages with GPW Uruguay’s Work

President of GPW Uruguay, Psi. Nibia Pizzo, was interviewed by Dr. Soraya Rodríguez Ramos, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and a prominent advocate for women's rights, for the platform “Muje
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How Sunshine Family Volunteers Commemorated International Friendship Day (IFD)

From tree planting and clean-up campaigns to educational sessions and community outreach, SFV coordinators exemplified the true spirit of friendship and unity during this year's IFD.
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Celebrating International Youth Day with SFV Volunteers, Promoting Unity and Environmental Stewardship

On August 12, 2024, Sunshine Family Volunteers (SFV) marked International Youth Day with various impactful activities across different countries globally.
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Celebrating International Friendship Day: SFV Coordinators Foster Unity and Connection

A look at how Sunshine Family Volunteers (SFV) coordinators commemorated International Friendship Day.
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The Power of Teamwork and Kindness: Building Stronger Families and Communities

Teamwork and kindness are two fundamental values that can significantly strengthen bonds within families and foster a more compassionate world.
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Peace Begins in the Home: Embracing Global Peace Women’s Vision as Sunshine Family Volunteers Team Leaders

On June 19, 2024 Sunshine Family Volunteers held an inaugural session of the Team Leaders’ Learning Circle, emphasizing the integral role of women in fostering peace within families and communities.
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Global Peace Leadership Conference Africa 2024 Convenes in Nairobi

International Delegation Examines Empowering African Renaissance as a Global Catalyst for Freedom, Peace, and Sustainable Development
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GPLC Africa 2024 Plenary

An international delegation joined African leaders, educators, and other peacebuilding stakeholders for the Global Peace Leadership Conference Africa 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, from June 25 to 27.
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African Renaissance and the Family Imperative: Rediscovering the Root of Community Peace and Social Cohesion

The address delivered by Dr. Junsook Moon, chairwoman of Global Peace Women during the Global Peace Leadership Conference (GPLC) Africa 2024 convening held on June 25-27, 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Advance Women's Leadership

GPF Paraguay, Área Mujer, Hosts Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Rigoberta Menchú for Dialogue on Solidarity and Social Change

The meeting also featured voices from various fields in academia, social work, and healthcare. Margarita Piro, a teacher and historian, spoke on the need for equitable education for indigenous peoples
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Advance Women's Leadership

The Role of Women in Peacebuilding: Insights from Julia Maciel

Maciel emphasized that peacebuilding extends beyond the absence of war to include peace in all aspects of life.
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Family Unity as a Catalyst for Peace and Development: GPLC Africa 2024

A significant highlight of the Global Peace Leadership Conference Africa 2024 (GPLC Africa 2024) was the Family Track, emphasizing the vital role of families in fostering peace and development.
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