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IAWPA Appoints Omidire As Head Of Delegation To 11th Multi-Stakeholders Forum On STI For SDGs In US

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IAWPA AppThe International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), an international non-governmental organisation with Special Consultative Status under the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2019, has announced P.Amb Kikilemo Kaosarat Omidire as Head of Delegation to the 11th Annual Multi-Stakeholders Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), scheduled to hold at the United Nations Headquarters, New York. The Forum, convened by the President of ECOSOC in collaboration with UN-DESA and UNCTAD, is a key preparatory meeting for the 2026 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF). It brings together governments, scientists, innovators, private sector leaders, and civil society to harness STI as a means of accelerating the 2030 Agenda. Speaking through its International Spokesman, P.Amb Emmanuel Nkweke, IAWPA confirmed that P.amb Kikilemo Kaosarat Omidire will lead a high-level delegation of SDG Ambassadors, peace ad...
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IAWPA Congratulates the People's Republic of China

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The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has congratulated the People’s Republic of China on assuming the presidency of the United Nations (UN) Security Council for May 2026, describing the development as timely amid growing global security challenges. In a statement issued through its International Spokesman, P. Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke, the organisation said China’s leadership came at a critical moment when the world required “multilateral dialogue, fairness, and commitment to the UN Charter.” IAWPA, which holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), commended China’s diplomatic engagements across key regions, noting that its interventions have contributed to easing tensions and fostering global peace. “China’s leadership of the Security Council is both timely and significant at a period when the world faces complex peace and security challenges,” Nkweke said. The group highlighted several of China’s global peace ef...
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COMPREHENSIVE REPORT INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORLD PEACE ADVOCATES (IAWPA) PARTICIPATION 11TH UNITED NATIONS SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (STI) FORUM

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), an International NGO with Special Consultative Status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2019, participated actively in the 11th UN STI Forum held at UN Headquarters, New York, from 6-7 May 2026. Theme: “Transformative, equitable and coordinated science, technology and innovation for the 2030 Agenda” IAWPA Delegation: 1. P.Amb Kikilemo Kaosarat Omidire, WPA – Head of Delegation, IAWPA UN ECOSOC Representative (USA) 2. P.Amb Owuse Ben Samuel– IAWPA Delegate (Ghana) 3. P.Amb Dabum Luka Jacob– IAWPA Delegate Key Outcomes for IAWPA: 1. Positioned Northern Nigeria’s PeaceTech model as a replicable solution for SDG 16 in fragile settings during official sessions 2. Strengthened partnerships for IAWPA’s participation at HLPF July 2026 and African Day 2026 3. Advanced IAWPA’s advocacy for equitable, offline-first technology for conflict prevention 4. Contributed to the Co-Chairs’ Summary on...
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IAWPA APPOINTS P.AMB. DANSO MARTINS KOFI TO LEAD DELEGATION TO UN HIGH-LEVEL POLITICAL FORUM IN NEW YORK

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The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), a non-governmental organization with Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). has appointed P.AMB. Danso Martins Kofi as Head of Delegation to the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development, scheduled to hold in New York in July 2026. The HLPF is the United Nations’ central platform for follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 2026 Forum will focus on accelerating action for SDGs under review, with particular attention to SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. P.AMB. Danso Martins Kofi, who also serves as IAWPA Country Director for Canada, brings extensive multilateral experience to the role. He has attended numerous United Nations conferences, forums, and ECOSOC sessions over the past decade, with a proven track record of advocating for peace, conflict prev...
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IAWPA Hails Japan-UN 70-Year Partnership at Abuja Commemoration

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ABUJA, Nigeria – The International Association of World Peace Advocates has commended Japan for seven decades of cooperation with the United Nations, describing the partnership as a model of consistent support for multilateralism, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Speaking at a commemorative event in Abuja on IAWPA International Spokesman P.Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke said Japan’s engagement with the UN since 1956 had produced tangible outcomes in peacekeeping, disaster response, human security, and technical cooperation across Africa and Asia. “Japan has shown that long-term commitment to the UN system yields results. From peacekeeping contributions to the funding of SDG-aligned projects, Japan’s partnership reflects the values of dialogue, trust, and shared responsibility that the UN was built on,” Nkweke said. The event brought together diplomats, civil society leaders, and development partners to mark the 70th anniversary of Japan’s UN membership. Participants reviewed Japan’s r...
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The United Nations Regional Conference on Sustainable Development, Addis Ababa,Ethiopia.

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The United Nations Regional Conference on Sustainable Development is currently underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, development experts, and global advocates committed to advancing sustainable development priorities across Africa and beyond. Among the distinguished organizations participating in this high-level engagement is the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA), which has made a remarkable impact through its strong representation and active contributions to critical discussions centered on peacebuilding, sustainable development, international cooperation, and economic empowerment. Notably, IAWPA boasts the highest number of delegates in attendance at the conference — a reflection of the organization’s growing global influence and unwavering commitment to fostering collaborative solutions for a more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable world. As Eminent Peace Ambassadors of IAWPA, delegates continue to champion in...
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