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Youth and Family Peace Day 2025
Over 150 participants from across Auckland's faith and cultural communities gathered at the Due Drop Event Centre for the third annual Youth and Family Peace Day — a day of celebration, reflection, and shared commitment to family and peace.
Read moreMonthly Meeting — June 2025 Report
UPF New Zealand's June 2025 monthly meeting addressed the Israel-Iran situation, reviewed the successful UN Family Day event, and began planning for the UN International Day of Peace and Youth and Family Peace Day.
Read moreUN International Day of Families 2025
Around 60 attendees gathered at the Kelston Community Centre for UPF New Zealand's commemoration of the UN International Day of Families — with an opening prayer from the Ratana Church and presentations on family-oriented policy.
Read moreWorld Summit 2025: New Zealand Delegates in Seoul
Leaders from 117 nations gathered in Seoul for the World Summit 2025 — and UPF New Zealand was represented by two distinguished delegates from the Ratana Church, marking a significant moment for the Pacific.
Read moreNational Family Day Petition: Relaunching the Campaign
UPF New Zealand has relaunched its campaign to establish 11 November as a national family day — calling on Kiwis to sign the petition and take part in 100 days of community service across Aotearoa.
Read moreEnd of Year Celebration 2024
Over 50 Ambassadors for Peace, family members, and friends gathered at the Peace Embassy in Parnell for UPF New Zealand's end-of-year potluck dinner — and to welcome a new Ambassador for Peace.
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