The London meeting showed how organisations and individuals from different fields can contribute to peace through education, dialogue and practical community service.
The London meeting showed how organisations and individuals from different fields can contribute to peace through education, dialogue and practical community service.
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London Gathering Marks International Day of Peace with Focus on Human Rights
Community leaders, humanitarian advocates and peacebuilders from across London gathered at the Church of Scientology London to mark 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.
The gathering reflected the 2026 UN theme, “Invest in Peace – For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day.”
Lorna Marah, Peace Ambassador, UN Women Advocate and member of the UK Civil Service Women Alliance, told participants that peace requires conscious choices and sustained effort.
Her contribution emphasised that peace does not happen automatically but is developed through responsible choices, compassion and cooperation.
Eleanor Daibowon Moore, founder of Eleanor’s Children Foundation, highlighted how community support and sustainable opportunities for vulnerable people can contribute to stability and dignity.
Suraiya Kassamally of Rotary Club London outlined Rotary’s international peace fellowship programme and the work carried out through its Peace Centers.
Human rights education formed another major part of the discussion.
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, founded by L. Ron Hubbard, supports programmes in human rights education alongside other community and humanitarian activities.
Ivan Arjona, representative of the Church eu news express of Scientology to the European Union, OSCE, Council of Europe and United Nations, highlighted the importance of applying respect, dialogue and human rights in schools, neighbourhoods and institutions across Europe.
Read the full report on the London International Day of Peace round table.
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