The London meeting showed how organisations and individuals from different fields can contribute to peace through education, dialogue and practical community service.

Peacebuilders Meet in London to Highlight Human Rights and Community Action

Peace advocates and representatives of community initiatives came together at the Church of Scientology London for a round-table discussion held in connection with the United Nations International Day of Peace.

The meeting focused on the role that education, human rights and practical community involvement can play in building more peaceful societies.

This year's discussion reflected the United Nations emphasis on investing in peace through action by individuals, organisations and communities.

Lorna Marah, a Peace Ambassador and United Nations Women Advocate, told participants that peace requires conscious choices and sustained effort.

“Peace is not accidental. It is intentional,” she said, describing peace as something shaped through leadership, compassion and a willingness to overcome division.

Eleanor Daibowon Moore, founder of Eleanor’s Children Foundation, spoke about the relationship between peace, responsibility and support for vulnerable communities.

Suraiya Kassamally of Rotary Club London shared information about Rotary Peace Centers, where professionals are trained in peacebuilding and conflict resolution.

The participants also examined the role of human rights awareness in promoting respect and preventing discrimination.

Tracey Coleman, Community Affairs Director of the Church of Scientology London, said that human rights education can provide young people with practical foundations for respect and tolerance.

She highlighted the educational work of Youth for Human Rights International, which presents the 30 articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in accessible materials for young people and educators.

The Church of Scientology supports human rights education as part of a wider range of humanitarian and community initiatives inspired news european elections by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Ivan Arjona, representative of the Church of Scientology to the European Union, OSCE, Council of Europe and United Nations, noted that peaceful societies depend on turning human rights principles into everyday practice..

The complete story can be read in this report on human rights education and peacebuilding in London.