The United Nations International Day of Peace celebrates its 43rd anniversary In 1981, Kyung Hee proposed the establishment of the “UN International Day and Year of Peace” which was subsequently adopted and proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in the same year. Since then, Kyung Hee has commemorated this day annually.
This year, we are honored to announce the first laureate of the Miwon Peace Prize at the Peace BAR Festival, in celebration of the International Day of Peace. Numerous domestic and international organizations and individuals have participated in the nomination and selection process, and Kyung Hee University System will confirm and announce the award laureate on this significant day.
Humanity is currently navigating an unprecedented era of transformation. As our civilization advances, the challenges facing our global society grow ever more complex. In this time of intersecting crises and opportunities, we are in search of our common hope
We invite you, global citizens, to join us in this historic moment of charting a new path toward peace and writing the future of history.
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Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
Host | Kyung Hee University System |
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Organizer | Miwon Peace Institute, Kyung Hee University Institute of Global Academy for Future Civilizations, Kyung Hee Cyber University Institute of Global Academy for Future Civilizations, Kyung Hee University Medical Center Institute of Medical Science Civilization |
Friday, September 20, 2024
10:00-11:20 (Korean Standard Time)
Through “Democratization of School,” “Democratization of Thought,” and “Democratization of Living.” Kyung Hee seeks to create a humane world, a “Civilized World”, a society where humanity can live with dignity and unlock its vast potential. This founding principle embodies Kyung Hee’s commitment to advancing the future of individual and human civilization by embracing a cosmic, global, and human vision and practicing. Since its establishment in 1949, Kyung Hee University System has upheld its tradition of “Scholarship and Peace” faithfully adhering to its founding principle and spirit. Kyung Hee University System has also led the way in ensuring sound management and administration across its affiliated institutions, including Kyung Hee University, Kyung Hee University Healthcare System(Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong), Kyung Hee Cyber University, Kyung Hee High School, Kyung Hee Girls’ High School, Kyung Hee Middle School, Kyung Hee Girls’ Middle School, Kyung Hee Elementary School and Kyung Hee Kindergarten.
Opening Announcement
Progress Report
Introduction of the Miwon Peace Prize
Announcement of the Laureate (Organization)
Introduction of the Laureate (Organization)
Presentation of a Plaque of Appreciation
Commemorative Address
Commemorative Music Performance
September 20 (Friday) 14:00~16:00
In response to the existential crises facing our global community, a new transformative plan is urgently needed. While the global society has long pursued peace alongside material and economic prosperity, the pressing challenge of our time demands a new course of action. What should global citizens think and do to create a harmonious and peaceful world where all beings on Earth can live in harmony and peace? This colloquium seeks answers through future visions and practical plans aimed at creating a better tomorrow.
Topic
Moderator
Panelists
Chair of the Miwon Peace Prize Selection Committee, Former Director-General of UNESCO (2009–2017)
Henry Charles Lea Professor of the History of Science at Harvard University
Albert G. Milbank Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University
Frank B. Baird Jr. Professor of Science, Department of Astronomy at Harvard University
Kohwang Fellow Emeritus, Kyung Hee University System
Chairman of the Board of Directors of SK Telecom, Former President of Yonsei University
Professor by Special Appointment of Sociology, Kyung Hee University, Former Dean of Graduate School, Kyung Hee University
Peace BAR Festival celebrates humanity's efforts towards overcoming conflict and confrontations to work towards peace and mutual prosperity. This festival began in 2004 with the groundbreaking ceremony for the UN Peace Park and Global NGO Complex, which was an extension of the 1999 Seoul International Conference of NGOs co-hosted by Kyung Hee University, UN NGO/DPI, and CoNGO.
BAR is an acronym for the 60-year tradition of pursuing a 21st century society that is "spiritually Beautiful, materially Affluent, humanly Rewarding."
The Peace BAR Festival seeks to create a global community founded on the common values of peace and mutual prosperity by bringing together academia, the UN, NGOs, business partnerships, and the public in various programs such as academic conferences, art and culture festivals, social service projects, and youth forums.
In 2009, which marked the University's 60th anniversary, Kyung Hee celebrated the UN International Day of Peace by holding the Kyung Hee Peace Workshop. This event was organized by the Kyung Hee University Global Academy for Future Civilizations