IWPG Jecheon Branch Shares Peace Through Cambodian Culture

The International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) Jecheon Branch held its August Women’s Peace Network regular meeting on August 29, centering on the theme of “Harmony.” The gathering provided members and local community leaders with a meaningful opportunity to share the values of peace through an interactive Cambodian cultural experience.

Experiencing Culture, Building Harmony

During the event, a peace lecturer active in Cambodia introduced participants to Cambodian language, traditional clothing, and cuisine. The program highlighted how cultural understanding fosters deeper harmony and mutual respect among women of different backgrounds.

In keeping with the theme, participants joined together to share a colorful “five-color bibimbap” meal, symbolizing unity despite diversity. IWPG Jecheon also showcased a video of its activities from the first half of the year, reminding members of the importance of women’s cooperation and solidarity in advancing peace.

One participant reflected,

“By learning about another country’s culture that I didn’t know before, I was able to reflect once again on the meaning of harmony and peace."

 

IWPG’s Global Commitment

The Jecheon Branch emphasized that harmony and peace can transcend differences in appearance and culture when people come together with one heart.

Globally, IWPG is registered with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC). With 115 branches across 122 countries and more than 800 partner organizations, IWPG continues to pursue the goal of sustainable world peace by empowering women and expanding networks of cooperation.

Women Leading Peace Through Connection

The August meeting in Jecheon demonstrated that peacebuilding is not only about dialogue and education but also about sharing daily life and culture. Through experiences like these, IWPG reminds women worldwide that harmony begins with understanding—and peace grows stronger when lived out together.

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