Service and Volunteerism
I believe that service will play a pivotal role in changing the global ethic that currently is in the world. How I act and serve can not only transform myself and the constituents of that which I am a part of but the community, nations, regions and world to bring about a better humanity a more sustainable solution for this 21st century.
Young Volunteers Expand Dreams through Overseas Service
Summer is well underway and the Global Peace Foundation, Global Peace Youth Corps and affiliate organizations like Service for Peace are sending young volunteers overseas. Service brings out the best in young people: their ability to see beyond long-standing...
Service is More than Just Serving
The world commemorates Mandela Day on July 18th with 67 minutes of service. Global Peace Foundation’s African Peace Service Corps partnered with the South African High Commissioner and the United Nations Environmental Program to launch a massive tree planting...
A Season of Giving – GPF Korea Style
Global Peace Festival in Korea has engaged thousands of Koreans in the season of giving. From raising millions of PhP for solar lights in rural villages in the Philippines, making meals for the elderly, and bringing sports equipment for rising sports stars in Kenya, the culture of service is warming up the penninsula.
Service is the Key to Peace
A report was recently published by Global Poomashi –Indonesia. Particularly moving was their service projects. This program was not just an international cross cultural exchange, it was a joint service venture that broke down national and socioeconomic barriers. Even...
Japan: Creating A Culture of Multi-ethnic Coexistence
Some in the international community observe that Japan has the role of a mother to the other nations of the world. If that is true, then this nation should play a leading role in creating a culture of multi-ethnic coexistence that affirms that we are all one...
Youth Forum at the 2012 Yeosu Expo
Today was an exciting day in Korea. On May 5, Korea celebrates Children’s Day. For Children’s Day, instead of being at a picnic or amusement park, hundreds of young students gathered at Jeon Nam University – Yeosu Campus to open their youth forum. The forum focused on...
At the 2012 Yeosu Expo
Today I arrived in Yeosu. It’s a beautiful coastal city on the southernmost tip of South Korea. It overlooks the ocean and numerous outlying islands. The Yeosu International Expo 2012 will officially open next week May 12, 2012. Its theme is “The Living Ocean and...
Service for Peace
Service is a core principle by which I live and a character I teach my children. Expanding the culture of service is a personal mission of mine. Service is not merely for service’s sake. It is not simply the act of doing good deeds. It is much more. It is a means to...
To All Volunteers with Gratitude
This week the United States celebrated National Volunteer Week. I want to acknowledge and thank all the volunteers who are touching lives and transforming communities throughout our world. When I think of the power of service, I remember a humble meal I had in a...