The first UN Peacekeeping in 1948 mission was named “United Nations Truce Supervision Organization”, or UNTSO, and operated in Palestine. Since that first mission, 3900 military, police, and civilian personnel have lost their lives in the service of peace as a result of acts of violence, accidents, and disease. On Read more…
Literally means “festival of breaking of the fast”, Eid al Fitr is a day to celebrate the completion of 29 or 30 days in the Islamic month of Ramadhan. Rather than celebrating the month of fasting coming to an end, Eid al Fitr is an opportunity for Muslims to be Read more…
Due to the growing COVID-19 outbreak, we conducted our second Biweekly Discussion online. We discussed about a serious and impactful case that has been headlining many social media platforms recently, which is sexual violence. What is sexual violence? How does it impact women in Asian countries? What are the cases? Read more…
We should understand that diversity is not about how we differ, it is about how we embrace each other’s uniqueness. May 21 marks the day of World Day for Cultural Diversity. Let’s celebrate the richness of our culture for it is a force to lead a more fulfilling life, whether Read more…
“My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?” John 14:2 Today is the day to commemorate the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. Happy Ascension Day for those who celebrate! May Read more…