The World Peace Prayer Society

WPPS
The World Peace Prayer Society

The World Peace Prayer Society is an international nonprofit organization

dedicated to uniting the hearts of humanity through the Universal Messageand Prayer, May Peace Prevail on Earth. The movement was founded in
1955 by the late Japanese philosopher Masahisa Goi, who advocated aneutral, non-sectarian movement for world peace that transcends religion,politics, and ethnicity. Through activities such as the Peace Pole Project, theWorld Peace Prayer Ceremony, and Peace Pals International, the Society
spreads the spirit of May Peace Prevail on Earth throughout the world.
The May Peace Prevail on Earth movement spread throughout Japanfor three decades and in 1988, the international headquarters of theSociety was established in the United States in the state of New York. In
1990, the Society gained official recognition as an NGO associated with
the Department of Public Information at the United Nations. Since then,its activities have expanded worldwide through the grassroots support ofvolunteers and like-minded people across the globe.

Masahisa Goi, founder of theworld peace prayer movement

A Movement to Unite the Hearts of Humanity◆For human society to continue to prosper and advance, it is vital that those of us
living today turn our thoughts toward love, harmony, and peace, and make a shift
to a higher dimensional consciousness.
Now more than ever, we human beings need to go beyond notions of oppositionand confrontation, and adopt a global consciousness. As citizens of the earth, eachand every one of us needs to recognize that we are all part of the universe, theearth, and the world of nature, and that we must live in harmony with each otherand with all living things.
It is with this in mind that we promote the universal message and prayer, May
Peace Prevail on Earth—an expression of humanity’s deep, common desire forpeace, transcending religion, politics, ethnicity, and all other differences.
This neutral and non-sectarian peace movement was first promoted in Japanby the late philosopher and poet Masahisa Goi, with the pure intention of praying
for the peace and happiness of all humanity and all life on earth. For more thanhalf a century this movement has spread, receiving the support of large numbersof people in all parts of the world.
The creation of a peaceful world depends on the consciousness of each andevery one of us.
With the heartfelt wish that all human beings might turn their thoughts toward
creating peace, we humbly ask for your participation and support in this global
movement for peace.
Masami Saionji
Chairperson

Hiroo Saionji
President

World Peace Prayer Society President Hiroo Saionji (left)
and Chairperson Masami Saionji (right)
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The Peace Pole Project
Planting Peace one Peace Pole at a time

EuropeUKJapanJapan

Georgia

Asia

Germany

ChinaTheMiddle
East
Philippines

AfricaSri Lanka

Oceania

Iran

Sierra Leone

Marshall IslandsMozambique

Egypt2FijiWhat is a Peace Pole?
A Peace Pole is a monument that bears the universal
message and prayer May Peace Prevail on Earth in
the languages of the world. They have been planted
in every region of the world and are now recognized
as one of the most prominent international symbols
dedicated to peace. Planting a Peace Pole is a way ofbringing people together to inspire, awaken and uplift
the human consciousness.

Peace Poles have been dedicated in public parks,
libraries, theaters, community halls, and other publicspaces, as well as places of worship and private homes.
They have also been dedicated by prominent figures,international leaders and organizations. To date, it isestimated that supporters have planted more than
200,000 Peace Poles in locations around the world.

North America

JapanUSACanada

Gifts of Peace
WPPS carries specialty items with the message May Peace
Prevail on Earth. They help to spread the spirit of goodwill
to friends, family and community.

South America

Peace Dolls are handcrafted by members using Japaneseorigami paper. They are featured at the United Nations
bookstore in New York and are appreciated worldwide aspeace gifts.
ShopPeace is the online gift shopof the World Peace Prayer Society.
Peace Poles may be ordered
online at ShopPeace along withvarious gift items. Each gift item
includes the message, May Peace
Prevail on Earth, which helps tospread the spirit of peace andgoodwill to friends, family andcommunity.

Colombia
Heart magnet

www.shoppeace.org

Argentina

Peace stickers(Malaysia)

Peace doll

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World Peace Prayerand Flag Ceremony

A global celebration of the oneness of humanity and all life on EarthEuropeUKJapanJapanThe Middle EastAsia
Iraq

AfricaGhana4

Pakistan

Namibia

India

The World Peace Prayer Ceremony invites participants to send their heartfelt wishes and prayers for peace toprevail in each region and country of the world, in unison. Flags representing the nations of the world are often
used to enhance this breathtaking program.
Ceremonies have been held on every continent in private homes, places of worship, schools, parks, community
centers and other prominent locations such as city halls, national monuments and governmental institutions. Everyyear since 1997, the ceremony has been presented at the United Nations in celebration of the International Day ofPeace (September 21).

North America

JapanUSAOceania
South America

Chile

Australia

Samoa

Brazil
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May Peace Prevail on Earth
A global network for peace on Earth

The May Peace Prevail on Earth movement started in Japan in 1955. Since then it has been
growing on the grassroots level with supporters worldwide. In the past half century, the peace
message has been planted in the global heart on every continent and in every major city acrossthe planet. It has been embraced by citizens everywhere expanding the network of like-mindedpeacebuilders who choose to make a difference in the world. The movement continues to gain
recognition and momentum in encouraging the global family to embrace the Culture of Peace.

World Heath Organization, Geneva

UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Geneva

6UN General Assembly Hall, New YorkInternational Monetary Fund, Washington, DC

Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Jakarta

International Day of Peace at the UN, New York

Earth Day celebration with Philippines cabinet ministers

Prime Minister’s official residence, Japan

League of Arab States, Cairo

Ethiopian President Girma Wolde-Giorgis

Commonwealth of Independent States, Minsk

Festival at the World Peace Sanctuary in New York State

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Peace Pals International
The Peace Pals International program is designed to encourage youth ages 5-16 to become
peacemakers dedicated to living in the spirit of the words May Peace Prevail on Earth.
Since 1997, the program has been hosting the annual Peace Pals International Art Exhibition
and Awards highlighting artwork from youth around the world. Each piece of artwork celebrates
the visions of peace within the heart of young artists and highlights the message, May PeacePrevail on Earth. The Ambassador of Peace collection tours around the world representing
artwork from close to 100 countries.

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Ishita Man

Ibukhun Fashanu,age 15 (Nigeria)

Bronte Wise, age 14 (Australia)

Bryan Jevoncia, age 11(Indonesia)ania)
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Tomoyo Tsujita, age 16 (Japan)

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WPPS Offices andPeace Representatives

The work of the World Peace Prayer Society spans the globe

The international headquarters of the World Peace Prayer Society is located in New York, withoffices in Scotland, Munich and Tokyo. In addition to our members and supporters on every
continent, volunteer Peace Representatives carry the peace message to their communities,countries and our global family.

WPPS offices

Peace Representatives

World Headquarters at
The World Peace Sanctuary (New York, USA)

Allanton Sanctuary (Scotland, UK)

26 Benton Road
Wasaic, New York 12592
USA
Tel: 1 (845) 877-6093
Fax: 1 (845) 877-6862

Auldgirth, Dumfries
DG2 0RY
Scotland, UK
Tel: 44 (138) 774-0642
Fax: 44 (138) 774-0642

Email: info@worldpeace.org
www.worldpeace.orgwww.peacepoleproject.org
www.wppspeacepals.org
www.shoppeace.org

Munich Office (Germany)

Tokyo Office (Japan)

Laerchenstrasse 16b
Email: dagmar@worldpeace.de82256 Fuerstenfeldbruck
www.worldpeace.deGermany
Tel: 49 (8141) 228 39 77
Fax: 49 (8141) 228 39 88

Heiwa Daiichi Bldg.
1-4-5 Hirakawacho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
102-0093 Japan
Tel: 81 (3) 3265-2071
Fax: 81 (3) 3239-0919

Email: allanton@worldpeace-uk.org
www.worldpeace-uk.org

Email: info@wpps.jp
www.wpps.jp

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