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Project held in conjunction with the GPF UK '07

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Youths Honoured for living an exemplifying life for the sake of others, through the promotion of; universal moral values, strong family life and international harmony, by the Universal Peace Federation and the Youth Federation for World Peace

At a time when the youths of our society are at the height of gun crime and gang associations, the Global Peace Festival looks at ways that people can "click" with those of a different culture or faith, in the same way that they can connect with members of their own family or friends. The group focuses on the value of the family and its role in building peace, and promotes community cohesion through bridging the gaps between faiths, cultures and generations.

On Saturday the 1st of September, not only did the South East experienced what seems to be the best of the summer, so were the group of over 50 youth and community leaders who embarked on a “joint project”. The group which consisted of Religious Youth Service, Service for Peace of Luxemburg, Youths from the Jamaica Diaspora Youth Association, The WAIT team (Washington AIDS International Teens) and several other youths from across the globe including; Europe, Africa, the Caribbean and the USA.  This diverse group came together under one theme “Setting the Foundation for Peace”.

During the first part of the morning the group received “Youth Leadership Training and Education” from guest speakers Mr.Massimo Trombin (Intl. V.President of Service for Peace) and Mr.Marshall De Souza (Director of RYS in UK).  One of the youth leaders Omar C. Richards, shared his experience of growing up in the Tivoli Gardens community, once labelled by the state as “Mother of all Garrisons and Violent Prone” He however stressed the point that he stood out and be different, not allow the negative stereo types to set a limit on what he wanted to achieve.  Omar urged the audience to “put self aside and focus on the ultimate prize, which it to make a difference in some one else’s life and bringing about change”

With the focus on peace and harmony the group then proceeded to an ‘Art Service Project’, where they transformed the walls of a Thornton Heath Nursery with their creativity and diversity, spreading the message of peace and unity. The day concluded with food and fellowship, including the presentation of certificates and awards. Two special Youth Ambassador for Peace Awards were presented to Omar C. Richards, Jamaica and Jerome Walker, London for their commitment and dedication to youth service and community development.

Presenter of the awards, Peace Ambassador David Chen, implore the youths to “continue moving forward and to keep up the good work of making a change, through working as one for the benefit of all”

The group will meet again on Sunday the 9th of September at the Imperial College, London in South Kensington, for the celebration of Global Peace Festival.

Service Project experience by Omar C. Richards

Service Project experience by Masa Hayashi

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