International Association of World Peace Advocates

The UN Secretary-General called on Wednesday for action to prioritize Africa, urging the world not to turn its back on the continent.  António Guterres was speaking at UN Headquarters in New York following the ninth conference between the global body and the African Union (AU). The high-level talks focused on progress in implementing cooperation frameworks but also on joint action and challenges in the areas of peace, security, development, human rights and climate action. A necessary union “Cooperation between our organizations has never been stronger — or more necessary,” the Secretary-General said at a press briefing alongside the Chairperson of the AU Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf.  “Our world is in turmoil, rocked by deadly conflicts, widening inequalities, climate chaos and runaway technologies. The impacts are felt deeply on the African continent.” Mr. Youssouf said the partners have aligned their respective development agendas.  Peace, climate justice and refor...

The Sustainable Development Goals are our blueprint for a better, more sustainable world. They are a call for action by all countries to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. From ending hunger and ensuring quality education to improving access to clean water and sanitation, the 17 global goals aim to transform our future.

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), a world-class organization with United Nations ECOSOC Special Consultative Status since 2019, Burkina Faso Chapter, cordially invites all peace-loving stakeholders to the 2025 International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. 📍 Venue: Hotel Silmande, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 📅 Date: Monday, 1st December 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM Theme: Uniting Against Modern Slavery Special Guest of Honour: Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Head of State, Burkina Faso Side Event: Official Launch of the Slogan “Africa My Pride” Campaign This global event aims to promote unity and advocacy against all forms of modern slavery while strengthening international cooperation for peace and human dignity. 👉 For participation and inquiries, kindly contact the followings ; Burkina Faso Country Director, Amb Dr. Great Nnemeka ‪+226  65 64 99 62‬   Programme Facilitator: Her Eminence, Amb. Dr. V Anyanwu ‪+234 903 328 1949‬ ‪+ 234 803 336 6396‬ ‪+ 23...

International Association of world Peace advocate, (IAWPA) Hosts the 2025 International Chaplaincy Summit,  a High-Level Preparatory Conference aimed at promoting a Peaceful 2027 General Election in Nigeria. This strategic gathering will bring together different chaplain Organizations both home and abroad, Eminent Peace Ambassadors to foster dialogue and strengthen national unity ahead of Nigeria 2027 general elections. Side Event: to inaugurate the Executives of the Abia State Chapter.  3rd Wednesday Dec. 2025 📍 Location : Aba, Abia State, Nigeria Chief Convener: Amb. Prof. Chidi Ehiriodo International Director (Worldwide), IAWPA

UN News just tested a new way to cover big international meetings – by reporting straight from the conference floor. At the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, our team piloted a quick, digestible format designed to bring readers closer to the action – what’s actually being said, decided and debated in real time. Working side by side with the UN’s Meetings Coverage Section – the Press Officers who track every statement and shift in international debate – we distilled hours of discussions into sharp, end-of-day snapshots.  Each update breaks down where countries stand, where they agree (or don’t), and what’s next. Over three packed days of plenaries and high-level roundtables, delegates marked 30 years since the landmark 1995 Copenhagen Summit, reflecting on how far social development has come – and how far it still has to go.   Poverty reduction, decent jobs, social protection and inclusion topped the agenda, along with how climate impacts and rising debt ...

Abuja, Nigeria - The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has urged the Nigerian Senate to confirm Engr. Amb. Abdullahi Ramat as the Chairman of the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). In a letter to the President of the Nigerian Senate, IAWPA through its International Spokesman Amb Emmanuel Nkweke expressed strong support for Abdullahi Ramat's nomination, citing his requisite experience, expertise, and vision to turn around the country's electricity sector. "Abdullahi Ramat has the requisite experience, expertise, and vision to turn around the country's electricity sector," said Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke, International Spokesman of IAWPA. "His leadership will be instrumental in addressing the challenges facing the sector and driving reforms that will improve the sector's performance." "The Senate Committee on Electricity, led by Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe, has cleared Abdullahi Ramat's nomination and  IAWPA is her...