A Revolution of Peace: HWPL Ignites a New Generation of Heroes in the Philippines

 

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In the historic heart of Cavite, where the Philippine flag first fluttered in the breeze of independence over a century ago, a new kind of uprising has begun. This was not a revolution of arms, but a "revolution of peace," led by thousands of young souls determined to rewrite the narrative of their nation.

Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) recently commemorated the 12th Anniversary of the January 24th HWPL Peace Day with a two-day surge of activism that transformed the streets of Kawit and the theaters of Pasay City into bastions of hope.

The March of 6,000 Hearts

On January 23, the air in Kawit, Cavite, crackled with energy as 6,000 students, teachers, and peace advocates took to the streets. This massive "Peace Walk" surged from Water Camp to Aguinaldo Freedom Park, serving as a living testament to the power of collective will.

The climax of the day saw the unveiling of the first HWPL Peace Monument in Cavite at Aguinaldo Elementary School. More than just stone and metal, the monument stands as a permanent symbol of a shared oath between the government, schools, and the community to uphold coexistence.

"Now, we have new heroes who have also come here to Cavite: heroes of a revolution of peace," declared Dr. Antonio Faustino of the Department of Education.

Breaking the Silence: The Power of Dialogue

The momentum shifted to the GSIS Theater in Pasay City the following day, where 500 youth leaders and interfaith representatives gathered under the banner: “Youth Rise Up for Peace and Unity through Interfaith Dialogue!”.

In a world often divided by dogma, a bold panel of youth speakers stepped into the spotlight to dismantle the walls of prejudice. They tackled the "maling akala" (misconceptions) surrounding Catholicism, Islam, and Non-denominational Christianity head-on. Their message was clear: lasting peace is only possible when diversity is respected and faith becomes a bridge rather than a barrier.

Key Outcomes of the Interfaith Dialogue:

Respectful Engagement: Emphasizing education over ignorance.

Authentic Connection: Sharing personal religious experiences to foster deep understanding.

Sustainable Solutions: Proposing active dialogue to correct long-standing biases.

Equipping the Peacemakers

The celebration went beyond symbolic gestures, focusing heavily on the UN International Day of Education. HWPL honored the "soldiers" of this peaceful movement by awarding Certificates of Completion to:

36 Facilitators 

601 Youth Empowerment Peace Class (YEPC) completers, trained as active peacemakers 

88 Religious Peace Academy (RPA) completers, dedicated to interfaith understanding 

A Legacy Born in Mindanao

This annual tradition is rooted in the 2014 Mindanao Peace Agreement, mediated by HWPL Chairman Lee Man-hee. What began as a foundation for peace in Maguindanao and the BARMM has now blossomed into a nationwide commitment.

As these two days of intense activity concluded, the fire of dedication was reignited in every participant. Through peace walks, monuments, and the courage to speak across religious divides, the youth of the Philippines are no longer just waiting for a peaceful future—they are building it.

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