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International Model United Nations Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders
SUMMER CAMP
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
2011 International Model United Nations Summer Camp July 28, 2011
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
CONTENTS A Message from the Executive Director
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UNESCO Center for Peace at a Glance
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Program Synopsis
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Letter of Support US Senator Barbara Mikulski
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Letter of Support US Senator Ben Cardin
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International Model UN Program Overview
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Security Council Sessions
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General Assembly Sessions
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IMUN in Pictures
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Workshops
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The United States Institute of Peace The Space Telescope Science Institute Visits to Washington DC, Baltimore and New York Cities
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Cultural Festival
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Award Ceremony
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Our Sponsors
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MESSAGE FROM the Executive Director
Guy P Djoken
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n July 2011, as we were gearing up for our 5th IMUN session, I was appointed by the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO as the Chair for the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO Clubs Group. The immediate effect of this milestone was the U.S. application and admission as a full member of the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centers & Association during the 8th Congress of the Organization held in August 2011 in Hanoi, Vietnam. Dr Len Latkovski who represented us at the conference did a wonderful job securing our membership and casting the first vote as a U.S. member of the organization for over 30 years. This major breakthrough was made possible with the nomination of Mr. Eric Woodard at the helm of the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO early this year. We were thrilled to have Mr. Wooddard as the keynote Speaker at the opening of the plenary session of our International Model United Nations (IMUN) conference. Since then, we have forged a solid bond that will sure facilitate and strengthen the UNESCO Club movement in the United States in the years to come. This year has been the best in record, not only for the number of participants and new countries such as Egypt, India, Ghana and Kenya, but also with the level of contribution of our delegates. We held our first Security Council mock session in
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addition to the General Assembly session. Both sessions were held under the leadership of our Alumni Ke Feng & Sukhi Gulati. As we reinforce our partnership at the international level, we are mindful of our determination to help create, facilitate and strengthen the UNESCO Club movement in the U.S. To that end, we have been successful in reaching out to our local, State and Federal leaders. We have hosted leaders from the city hall to the federal government such as the Honorable Benjamin Cardin, U.S. Senator who recently presented a keynote address during our commemoration of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. As we forge alliances with national institutions such as the U.S. Institute of Peace and John Hopkins, we look to the preamble of the UNESCO constitution that offers a practical blue print in the following words:”since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed”. Building these defenses requires a team of passionate, dedicated and committed volunteers well aware of the fact that “…the wide diffusion of culture, and the education of humanity for justice and liberty and peace are indispensable to the dignity of man and constitute a sacred duty which all the nations must fulfill in a spirit of mutual assistance and concern” as also stated in the UNESCO Constitution.
out their assigned mission: building the defenses of peace in the minds of their peers, each mind at a time through Education, Science, Culture and Communication. We appeal to educators, parents, spiritual and business leaders and other decision makers across the globe, to take ownership of these simple ideas by sponsoring Delegates from their community to participate in our program. The help and support we received from all around the world has been vital in our quest to leave our world in a better and peaceful condition. I will like to thank Hood College, the Hagerstown Hotel and Convention Center for hosting the session. I will also like to thank the Potomac Fish &Game Club for its sponsorship. Today, we are thankful to the City of Hagerstown, the City of Frederick, the Frederick County Government, Maryland State House, U.S. Senators Benjamin Cardin and Barbara Mikulski and Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley whose support has been instrumental in the successful implementation of the International Model United Nations Summer Camp since its inception.
Guy P. Djoken
The Builders of the Universe Program is all about nurturing an understanding of today’s World and ensuring that tomorrow’s leaders are globally literate and armed with adequate tools to carry
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. Len Latkovski, Professor and Chair of History and Political, Sciences, Hood College Beverly Hendrix, Director of Diversity and Global Initiatives, Frederick Community College Dr. Olivia G White, Dean of Students, Hood College Rev. Dr. Burton L. Mack, Pastor Asbury United Methodist Church Daryl Boffman, CEO Acelar Technologies Seth Roberts, Frederick County Public Schools Dr. Kiran Chadda, Director of Multicultural Affairs and International Students Programs, Hood College Danielle Leonard, Broker, State Farm Insurance Martin O’ Brien Professor of Social Studies Maryland School For the Deaf
STAFF Guy Djoken, MBA Executive Director Serge Atontsa Executive Secretary Kimberly Hatfield Public Relations Secretary Dr. Eager Paige Senior Adviser International Affairs Mike Bunitsky Model U.N. Coordinator Yan Yan Manegan Secretary Middle East Affairs Jinji Zhou Secretary Asian & Australian Affairs Dr. Yonnas Kefle Dr. Cheryl Hill Adviser European & African Affairs
Claudia Twum Director of Summer Programs Sukhi Gulati, Maseta Dubar, Ke Feng International Model U.N Coordinators Josefa Hoch Director of Summer Camps Ivan Chavdarov, Juozas Seimys Monika Sekulic Deputy Directors of Summer Camps Ryan Jones Coordinator of Special Projects Annie Nganfack Innovation Strategist Lola Bokini Executive Assistant Jean Gilles Gardy Webmaster
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
ABOUT UNESCO UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization was founded on November 16, 1945. For this specialized United Nations agency, it is not enough to build classrooms in devastated countries or to publish scientific breakthroughs. Education, Social and Natural Science, Culture and Communication
are the means to a far more ambitious goal: to build peace in the minds of men.
ABOUT THE UNESCO CENTER FOR PEACE The Center of Peace, promoting the ideals of UNESCO, has been building strong alliances in the Washington, DC metro area since 2004. Major partners include the Frederick County Public Schools, Hood College, the Frederick Community College and the Maryland chapter of the United Nations Associations-USA.
OUR VISION We envision the center becoming a cultural anchor for the region, celebrating community diversity, contributing on current issues and events, engaging policy makers, and working with all stakeholders to further understanding of peace and tolerance.
OUR MISSION To promote understanding of UNESCO’s mission and ideas and to translate them into programs that will help raise a new generation of Peacemakers, placing Human Dignity at the center of their activities and striving to make the culture of peace a commodity of everyday life through Education, Science, Culture and Communication
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Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
PROGRAM SYNOPSIS Model United Nations Conference: Nurtures participants’ understanding of today’s world & give them an opportunity to address global issues from a different perspective. During the conference, participants employ a variety of communication and critical thinking skills learned in the program in order to represent the policies of their countries. These skills include public speaking, small group communications, research, policy analysis, active listening, negotiating, note taking, and technical writing. The Conflict Resolution 101, Effective Communication Skills 101 & Cultural Diversity workshops: provides an opportunity for students to learn from one another’s culture and help with anger management, communication and a set of tools to resolve conflicts peacefully. Economics 101 and Mini MBA: Offers a broad overview in contemporary macro economics, management and organizational leadership. In each series, you will explore the topics most critical to your understanding of the subject and to your personal and organizational success. Also offers a basic understanding of the Brettonwoods institutions (IMF and World Bank) , their mission and mandates English Language & American History Classes: Help improve participants’ writing and speech skills while teaching American history classes. Participants from around the world learn basics of important segments of the history of the United States. Field Trips: They are organized to Washington DC (White House, State Department, Capitol, parks, museums and other U.S landmarks . The United States Institute of Peace, The Space Telescope Science Institute (NASA), the United Nations Headquarter in New York and Baltimore City attractions. Successful Applications to US Colleges and Universities: This class is designed to prepare students to start preparing for successful applications for admission into US Colleges and Universities. ABC of a Builder of the Universe: This class teaches about the fundamentals of the Human Condition with case study of selected Peace Nobel Laureates. Cultural Festival: It is great opportunity for participants to share and learn from one another, feel connected, have a sense of belonging while each displays with pride the cultural variety they bring to the program. Mini-Olympics: Through fun games, participants learn to set common goals and work together in the spirit of brotherhood and teamwork.
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
Mock Sessions:
INTERNATIONAL MODEL U.N. CONFERENCE Every summer, UNESCO Center for Peace brings together, young people from around the world, for the purpose of giving them the opportunity to learn, share and dream together. Together, they are able to share ideas, experiences, learn and immerse themselves in different activities. Together, they are able to travel to new places. Together, they are able to help each other understand different perspectives. They find friendship and peace. Then, it becomes their responsibility to spread this message and share the Gift of Peace. They stay in touch and continue the process of learning and unlearning from each other. The UNESCO Center for Peace Model United Summer Camp is a simulation of the United Nations sessions. It is unique since it brings together, young people from around the world for the purpose of cultural exchange, dialogue and political discussions while visiting sites of historical importance simultaneously. All delegates must prepare themselves for the Model United Nations Sessions. Usually, delegates participating in the Model United Nations Sessions are assigned a country that they must represent at all times during the Conference and while presenting their views on various issues. Having been assigned a country, every delegate must prepare him/herself in advance for the MUN Sessions.
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
Discussions
Themes:
SECURITY COUNCIL DRAFT RESOLUTION THE QUESTION OF RESOLVING VIOLENCE IN RWANDA USING PUBLIC AND SOCIAL MEDIA Aware that there has been consistent tension between the two tribes; the Hutus and the Tutsis, since the colonial times in Rwanda, Deeply disturbed by the unsuspected attack on the plane which carried the Rwandese president and Burundi president that killed all passengers on board, Ÿ Alarmed by the killings that have started in Kigali and the ethnic targeting
that has occurred, Ÿ Deeply concerned by the lack of action from the United Nations, considering
the numerous killings that have been reported so far, Ÿ Noting with regret the recent torture and killing of Belgian soldiers whom
were protecting the Rwandan Prime minister, Ÿ Further recalling that in Somalia, 1992 United States troops were killed and
mutilated, resulting in reluctance from countries to provide aid, Ÿ Emphasizing on the hate speech published by the Hutu ethnic group that
portrays the Tutsi ethnic group in a negative light, Ÿ Realizing that said hate speech is encouraging persecution of the Tutsi ethnic
group, Aware of the fact that Rwanda is still a developing nation and may have difficulty in finding for themselves at this point in time, Noting with appreciation all the efforts made by the Belgian forces to protect Rwandese people, 1. Calls upon the United Nations to aid Rwanda in this dire time of need to solve the issue of conflict that is occurring in it's country; 2. Authorizes the United Nations to assist Rwanda in implementing Media censorship within the country; 3. Recommends the Rwandese government to set up the National Rwan-dan Censorship Commission (NRCC) that will overlook and make decisions concerning how censorship will be carried out; By controlling exactly what information will be published to the Rwandan society; To advocate for peaceful messages to be widely broadcast to the public, encouraging a calm and tolerant attitude in Rwanda; Prepare the public for the UN mediated peace talks and all other aid, convincing the people that the UN will be bring forth positive contributions; 4. Requests for 7 million USD for the following; a) 3 million USD to employ and train worker for the National Rwandan Censorship Commission (NRCC) b) 2 million USD to find a suitably facility from which all censorship can be overseen. c) 2 million USD to fund the peace promotion media products that will be publicized through radio, television, print etc. 5. Welcomes any further suggestions to strengthen this resolution.
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
Discussions
Themes:
GENERAL ASSEMBLY Committee Session I Resolution: Topic: The Eradication of Child Warfare Sponsors: New Zealand, Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica Reminding all nations of previous resolutions on the rights of children in their entirety, the most recent of which is resolution of 24 December 2008, later changed on 4th march 2010, Recalling the passing of the resolution in 2010 attempts to reach the best interests of the child and non-discrimination, for all actions concerning children, including adolescents, Emphasizing that the Convention on the Rights of Children must embody the protection of the rights of a child, and bearing in mind the importance of the Optional Protocols in the last Convention, Stressing the work the UN has yet to accomplish, to ensure there goals against child warfare are met, also beginning to encourage countries to cooperate in taking responsibility for the issue of child protection in their countries, Showing the reason for child involvement in war is due to lack of money in most countries and there family, with lack of donation and support it plagues the country, Expressing deep concern at the lack of change in many affected countries in the 21st century, 1. Encourages all relevant agencies of the United Nations such as UNICEF to combine work ethics with countries at the foundation of the problem to enhance the carrying out of relief efforts; 2. Motions for creation of propaganda, in order for countries to support disarmament programs such as DDR (Disarmament Demobilization and Reintegration programs), to prevent illegal weapons from reaching illegal groups, or passing a possible bill to support such disarmament programs; 3. Urges economically powerful states to comply with the goals of the UN Department of Humanitarian Affairs to smoothen efforts of humanitarian aid, calls upon other nations to help the developing countries to eradicate poverty; 4. Suggests that pilot programs be based in the already affected countries, emphasizing the benefits of education and peace, starting in schools of low income governmental schools; 5. Reinforces education in families, young adults and children, encouraging communication between Families and the Government; 6. Suggests workshops on the dangers of child labor/warfare to private factory owners, business managers and the general public, increasing awareness of the issues in their local community, cases such as handing in of armor for stationary has been successful, suggesting the expansion of such causes; 7. Proposes the idea of donation from individuals and families such as: water, food, clothing, creating groups children with trauma to help them understand that they are not alone; 8. Allows all countries to continue deciding their recruitment age for enrollment into the army or navy, however refusing the enrollment of under sixteen; 9. Contemplates the consequences of the perpetrators actions, suggesting Jail sentences of life therapy for the forced leaders, harsher laws disbanding the use of children in the working world; 10. Welcomes actions of the Committee to monitor the implementation of State parties in the Convention, and notes with appreciation its actions to follow up on its concluding observations and recommendations, and in this regard underlines in particular the regional workshops and the participation of the Committee in national-level initiatives; 11. Calls for a suggestion on a possible amount to donate to the resolution, unanimous amount should be highly considered, donation should be separated into funding for old soldiers and affected children, returning them into society with the aid. Committee Session II : Topic: The Impact of Political and Economic Stability on Democracy Sponsors: India, Nicaragua, Mexico, New Zealand Realizing the amount of people who are not democratic is far less than the people who are, Recognizing the historical reasons for certain countries refusal to become democratic, Understanding that democracy is a path to achieve political and long-term economic stability, 1. Urges countries to understand that democracy is beneficial towards the upholding of peace in the UN countries, that democracy will not create a Utopia but will only be another step in the right direction 2. Suggests the lowering of arms and violence in the fight for democracy, making non democratic countries choose to be democratic not forced, 3. Mentions nations in the universal deceleration as well as the other Non-governmental Organizations, to look over political elections to make sure that the proper outcome is
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
executed, 4. Calls upon all Democratic countries to help support the transition from a nondemocratic country to a democracy, 5. Encourages UN support on democracy promotion programs without forgetting the status of the country's economy, making sure that no economy will be hindered or disrupted; 6. Supports the UN inspiration for countries to promote democracy on their regional areas before going elsewhere, Letting countries focus on their own before supporting other nations; 7. Urges that the MEDCs contribution in aid to help subdue the countries needs and requirements, it should meet their input into the UN, meaning countries will be able to feel as though their help is being recognized; 8. Implements an overview on governments and there directions for their country should be closely monitored by the UNDF, this creates corruption; 9. Motion for a new sector where the general public can confront issues directly to their government and UN, With the information the UN can monitor and create adequate punishment for the irresponsible government; 10. Welcomes compensation and Aid for the smaller business producers in non-democratic countries, this portrays the benefits of democracy; 11. Suggests that two different sectors be created by the UN, one sector to concentrate on democracy and another on economic stability of a country, this should enhance there more positive view of democracy, 12. Feels the UN should encourage MEDCs to lower trade taxes with democratic LEDCs in order to promote democracy around the world, doing absolutely everything the UN can to expose countries to the benefits of democracy; 13. Urges countries who have already achieved democracy to now concentrate on their economic stability by maintaining the stability of a banking system and non-democratic countries to focus on their political and economic stability first then later choosing to be democratic. Committee Session III: Topic: The Impact of Journalism and Social Media on Democracy and Peace-building Sponsors: New Zealand, Austria, Vietnam, Sweden Suggesting governments to make it their mission to ensure a feeling of safety and stability in a country, Understanding that the social media of the 21st century is not educating the people through the news, only creating a bridge between the government and the public, Emphasizing the need for the people to understand change in the media if the resolution is passed, Realizing the release of international information can affect another countries stability, a filter on all censorship based countries should be insured on the level of censorship they require, Informing the UN on the major forms of censorship, Moral, Military, Religious and political, 1. Uses more economically stable countries to emphasize the issues affecting lower economically developed countries with their issues; 2. Suggests that the government control a small amount of what is viewed by the general public, to ensure security for the country, stopping the releasing infor-mation that is hazardous towards the greater good of the population; 3. Feels that international Information should go through the UN to be filtered out, But the truth in fact must be handed to the public; 4. Strongly suggests that government should create a database on all censorship in every UN country, to ensure the countries are following there terms; 5. Urges that social media such as Facebook and twitter should be filtered for offensive dialogue that can later lead to deaths and war, Terms and conditions should be posted on all sites making sure the people agree to the new terms; 6. Encourages positive information on the government's efforts should be broadcasted, the people have the right to know what is happening in the country; 7. Believes that countries should be encouraged to portray more positive news, they should make full use of media to ensure a more peaceful approach, Portray-ing an equal amount of positive and negative problems affecting the country should be enforced; 8. Feels that to move toward the eradication of oppression by governmental ruling, Free release of safe information toward the people should be taken; 9.Supports organizations like the press council to promote speech against the bias release of the media by the governments and greedy private news corpora-tions; 9. Implements monitoring programs to make sure their governments do not use the bill for corruption and selfish propaganda; ambassadors fill in a monthly report.
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MODEL UNITED NATIONS IN PICTURES
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
MODEL UNITED NATIONS IN PICTURES
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
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MODEL UNITED NATIONS IN PICTURES
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
WORKSHOPS Conflict Resolution 101
Economics 101 and Mini MBA
Mini Olympics
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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WORKSHOPS Global Wealth, Income and Population Distribution
Sahaja Yoga Medication and Self Realization
United States Institute of Peace
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
Field Trips to Washington DC, New York & Baltimore City
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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CULTURAL FESTIVAL
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
AWARDS CEREMONY
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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CLAIRION HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER HAGERSTOWN MARYLAND
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“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed” - UNESCO Constitution
Builders of the Universe Program 2011 International Model UN Summer Camp
“Since Wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the Defenses of Peace must be constructed� - UNESCO Constitution
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UNESCO CENTER FOR PEACE 629 NORTH MARKET STREET, FREDERICK MD, 21701 Tel: 1 (240) 415 0174 FAX: 1 (240) 536 9199 PO BOX: 3414 FREDERICK MD 21705 Email: contact@unescocenterforpeace.org www.unescocenterforpeace.org