We are now at the most critical point in the history of our global community. Humanity stands at a crossroads: peace or war.
If we unite our hearts today, we can put an end to war and destruction, and the long-awaited, muchanticipated world of peace will be realized—becoming an eternal legacy for future generations.
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) PEACE EDUCATION Part 1
Location
Central Asia Area
Approximately 1,564,000 km² (18th largest in the world)
Language
Mongolian Religion Tibetan Buddhism, Shamanism, etc.
Capital Ulaanbaatar
Population
Approximately 3.4 million (as of 2024)
Ethnicity
Khalkha Mongols
With its vast open steppes, deep forests, deserts, and endless blue skies, Mongolia boasts a stunning variety of natural landscapes.
More than 250 days a year are blessed with clear skies, and at night, travelers can gaze upon a breathtaking sky filled with stars. For those weary from fine dust and extreme weather, Mongolia offers a peaceful escape where one can freely bask in the sun and sky.
Stretching across southern Mongolia and northern China, the Gobi Desert is the largest desert in Asia. It is home to a unique ecosystem where vast sand dunes, rocky mountains, and arid plains coexist in harmony.
Naadam is Mongolia’s most significant traditional festival, celebrating the nation’s history, culture, and identity. Held every year from July 11 to 13 across the country— including the capital, Ulaanbaatar—it is one of the most important holidays for the Mongolian people.
More than just a sporting event, Naadam serves as a vital platform for preserving Mongolia’s history, traditions, and spirit, while reaffirming the collective identity of its people.
In recognition of its cultural value, the festival has been inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
In Naadam horse racing, jockeys are typically children aged between 5 and 13, and both boys and girls can participate.
The racecourses are notably long, ranging from 15 to 30 kilometers. Rather than focusing solely on speed, the races emphasize the endurance and skill of the horses.
The word ‘Naadam’ in Mongolian means ‘games’ or ‘play’, and the festival centers around three major traditional sports: wrestling (bökh), archery (khalkh sur kharvaa), and horse racing (morin uraldaan). These are collectively known as ‘Eriin Gurvan Naadam’ (эрийн
meaning ‘the Three Manly Games.’
In recent years, the festival has evolved to reflect modern values, with women now also participating in events that were once traditionally reserved for men.
Both men and women can participate in archery, aiming at targets typically set 75 to 100 meters away.
Participants wear the traditional Mongolian robe, called a deel, as part of the cultural expression during the competition.
Mongolian wrestling is a simple yet deeply symbolic sport. There is no limit to the number of participants— hundreds of wrestlers may compete. A match is won when one’s opponent touches the ground with any part of the body other than the feet. The competition follows an open-ended knockout tournament format.
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL)
PEACE EDUCATION
Rapid Urbanization and the Crisis of Nature and Tradition
Half of Mongolia’s population is flocking to urban centers.
Out of Mongolia’s total population of 3.4 million, approximately 1.64 million reside in the capital city, Ulaanbaatar. Each year, around 80,000 people migrate to the city, accelerating the trend of urban concentration. This shift is widening the educational gap between urban areas and ger districts, deepening inequality across the country.
URBAN CONCENTRATION IN MONGOLIA
Urban Areas
School Accessibility High
Students per Teacher Low
Well-developed internet and IT access
High School Graduation Rate High
High university enrollment rate
Ger Areas
School Accessibility Low
Students per Teacher High
Poor internet, lack of basic infrastructure
High dropout rate
Low university enrollment rate
A way of life once harmonized with nature now faces new challenges—climate crisis, urban concentration, and growing economic disparity.
The worsening of dzud, a unique and devastating natural disaster in Mongolia, poses a serious threat to the lives of herders and livestock.
Desertification is progressing across 77% of Mongolia’s land, posing a serious environmental and socioeconomic threat to the nation’s future.
Over 50% of Mongolia’s total population is concentrated in the capital city, Ulaanbaatar, highlighting a severe imbalance in regional development.
meaning ‘disaster’ in Mongolian, describes a harsh winter that leads to massive livestock loss.
During this season, heavy snowfall prevents herbivores from accessing grass, often leading to widespread starvation and death. This phenomenon, known as dzud, not only threatens the survival of herbivores but also affects carnivores that rely on them for food. As mass animal deaths occur, the livelihoods of nomadic herders suffer severely. In the past, dzud occurred once every ten years, but due to climate change, it has become increasingly frequent—posing a growing threat to Mongolia’s traditional nomadic way of life.
Due to changing climate conditions, vegetation withers and dies, leading to the spread of dry, barren land across the landscape.
Mongolia—A Land of Clear Skies and Vast Green Steppes, But… Today, 77% of Mongolia’s territory is affected by desertification, placing the country at the forefront of a severe climate crisis.
Forested areas are steadily shrinking, and more than 1,000 lakes and ponds have already disappeared.
As desertification intensifies, sandstorms have become more frequent, causing serious damage to the lives and livelihoods of nomadic communities.
The life once lived in harmony with nature is now on the brink of collapse.
The climate crisis is a matter of survival — the foundation of peaceful living is falling apart.
What Mongolia needs now is a new balance. Through education, we can learn the ways of peace within the heart, and discover how nature and people, cities and communities, can coexist in harmony. HWPL is committed to walking this path together.
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) PEACE EDUCATION
People around the world— regardless of nationality, culture, or background—do not want war; they want peace.
The Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) was proclaimed on March 14, 2016 at 3:14 PM in Seoul, Republic of Korea.
HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light), a non-governmental organization registered under the Seoul Metropolitan Government and holding special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and affiliation with the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC), has long advocated for the establishment of a new legally binding international framework for sustainable peace.
The DPCW was finalized with a Preamble and 10 Articles with 38 Clauses, following deliberations by the HWPL International Law Peace Committee, which consisted of legal experts from various countries in 2015.
HWPL is implementing peace education to promote a culture of peace in support of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW).
The purpose of peace education is:
To raise awareness of peace
To inspire individuals to become active advocates for peace. To encourage voluntary participation in peace-building activities as responsible agents of change
1. States should solemnly reaffirm that they refrain from the use of force in all circumstances, save where permitted by international law, and should condemn aggression as constituting an international crime.
2. States should refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of military force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations Charter or international law in general.
Prohibition of Acts of Aggression
3. States should condemn the illegal occupation of territory, resulting from the threat or use of force in a manner contrary to international law.
1. In accordance with United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2625 (XXV), every State has the duty to refrain in its international relations from
military, political, economic, or any other form of coercion aimed against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State, or in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the United Nations. It is without prejudice to instances when such forms of coercion may be lawfully applied, inter alia, to induce States to cease internationally wrongful acts, or when sanctioned by the United Nations Security Council.
2. Every State has the duty to refrain from the threat or use of force to violate the existing internationally recognized boundaries of another State, or as a means of resolving international disputes, including territorial and frontier disputes, in a manner inconsistent with international law.
1. The duty of every State to refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any other State includes the duty to not engage in any action that would result in the dismemberment of any State, or force the secession or annexation of any territorial unit from that State.
1. States should recognize and engage with groups and organizations that seek to further the cause of peace as a global movement. States should facilitate such groups in their awareness-raising activities, including providing tuition in human rights and peace studies, as provided for, inter alia, in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 1999 UN Declaration on a Culture of Peace.
2. States should recognize that, in order to preserve a lasting culture of peace, public awareness of the need for, and value of, peace should be created. In this regard, States are encouraged to facilitate activities, commemorations, and initiatives that engage public consciousness with peace, including the erection of peace monuments as an alternative to war monuments.
3. Heads of State and heads of government should acknowledge that they are uniquely well placed to encourage a culture of peace, and should act to support this declaration to bring about the cessation of war.
Student 1 I’m delighted to have taken part in the peace education class. Rather than a typical lesson, it felt more like a series of stories that touched my heart with the warmth and beauty of life.
Student 2 I realized that peace education is filled with love, compassion, and happiness. It was truly a unique emotional experience. Also, this was the first time I’ve ever focused so deeply on an online lecture. The content was outstanding and incredibly engaging.
Student 3 It was an amazing lecture that brought peace to my heart.
Student 4 Through peace education, I learned that peace is not just about harmony or the absence of war. I came to understand how vital peace is in our everyday lives.
A total of 59 MOUs were signed with educational institutions, establishing a commitment to the continued implementation of peace education in schools and lifelong learning centers.
HWPL appoints local teachers who have completed its Peace Educator Training Program as official peace educators.
These peace educators then carry out peace education in their own communities and schools, teaching students the values and principles of peace.
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) PEACE EDUCATION
One student responded:
“I realized that until now, I didn’t truly understand the meaning of the word ‘peace.’ I had thought of it as just an everyday word we often use without much thought. But after learning its true meaning, I actually felt a bit ashamed. Peace may sound simple to see or hear, but I’ve come to understand that it holds a deeply important value.”
Teacher and Student Reflections on Lesson 2:
Teacher’s Reflection
Through the second lesson of the peace education program, I was given an opportunity to reflect on values I thought I understood—but realized I had not fully recognized or practiced in daily life.
I came to understand that everything is interconnected, and that each being holds its own unique value.
This lesson taught an important truth: only when each individual faithfully fulfills their role can the larger organization be respected and produce meaningful results.
Student Reflections
“Until now, I didn’t truly realize how precious I am.
Through this lesson, I learned that I shouldn’t reject myself but love who I am.”
“I came to understand that every person is valuable— and that means I, too, am a person of worth.”
Batbayar Sukhbaatar
Psychological Counselor at Nalaikh District Lifelong Learning Center
M.A. in Psychology
First and foremost, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the HWPL Peace Education team.
It was a great joy and honor for me to participate in such a meaningful
and well-designed program.
Through this peace education, I sincerely hope that many more people will come to recognize its value and experience even the smallest positive change—even just 1%—within themselves.
The content and structure of the program were highly systematic and logical, yet at the same time, deeply philosophical—aimed at restoring the essence of what it means to be human.
It opened a path to self-reflection, nurtured a heart of gratitude, and led me to practice forgiveness.
It revived fundamental values that are too often forgotten in today’s world—such as harmony in human relationships, mutual understanding, communication, active listening, and respect.
The intellectual contribution and social impact shown by HWPL through its peace education are truly commendable.
HWPL’s efforts to preserve harmony between humans, animals, and nature reflect a deep sense of responsibility to society and serve as a model of true dedication.
I extend my deepest appreciation for HWPL’s vision and commitment to creating a more peaceful and compassionate world.
I look forward to the continued growth and global expansion of this remarkable initiative.
Sarantuya Purevjav,
Teacher at the Lifelong Learning Center in Altai soum, Govi-Altai Province
At first, I understood peace only in a broad, political context. However, through the peace education program, I came to realize that peace can be achieved through small actions in our daily lives—creating a comfortable living environment, building healthy relationships, and nurturing a heart of contentment and gratitude.
I have come to believe that true peace and happiness on this earth can bloom when we shift our mindset from ‘I’ to ‘ we ’ .
I also learned that the greatest cause of losing peace lies in human greed and desire.
Rather than trying to control or blame others, I now understand how much more important it is to manage one’s own endless desires. I realized that transforming myself through love is the true beginning of peace.
The instructor’s powerful examples during the class clearly highlighted the core issues of peace, providing strong motivation not only to me but also to the students.
The more I think about how this program will continue, the more excited and curious I become.
I truly feel that I am taking part in something deeply meaningful.
Through the fourth lesson, I realized that there are many meaningful actions I can take to help build a peaceful society.
Change and peace begin when individuals influence others positively, participate in volunteer work, share knowledge and education, and set an example through their words and actions.
I’ve come to believe that the small and consistent efforts of every citizen can make a great contribution to peacebuilding.
With that in mind, I’ve made a personal commitment to practice these values in both my daily life and my work.
I will begin with small but steady actions.
Sarangoo.Ts
Teacher at the Lifelong Learning Center in Zag soum, Bayankhongor Province
Reflection on the HWPL Peace Educator Training Program
Through participating in the Peace Education-21 program, I have come to a deeper understanding of the fundamental qualities that define us as human beings—loving, understanding, respecting, forgiving, helping, showing compassion, and living in harmony with others.
This program taught me that in a world where people of different religions, races, languages, regions, and climates coexist, it is essential to embrace differences, respect cultural diversity, and resolve conflicts through dialogue and mutual understanding in order to live peacefully together.
I realized that the foundation of a truly happy life lies in forgiving, understanding, loving, and practicing kindness, gentleness, and humanity.
It helped me recognize the importance of cherishing our parents and loved ones, and maintaining regular heartfelt communication with them. Moreover, I learned that when we are hurt by others, or face jealousy or misunderstandings, we do not have to respond with anger or revenge. Instead, we can choose forgiveness, try to see from the other person’s perspective, and refrain from taking everything personally.
Valuing time and living life joyfully and meaningfully—this is the greatest gift that peace education has given me.
Bakhytgul Bekbolat (Ph.D) Director of the Lifelong Education Center, Bayan-Ulgii Province
Through the peace education program, I was able to deeply reflect and gain a better understanding of many important values.
The classes were highly effective, and the discussions we shared were truly meaningful and enriching.
After the lessons, I was able to have warm and heartfelt conversations with my family, sharing feelings of gratitude.
I came to realize the importance of helping others, expressing appreciation, being a positive influence, and setting a good example for our community and the environment.
I’ve made a firm commitment to continue putting these values into practice moving forward.
I believe that we must respect one another, learn from each other, and grow together.
Wishing peace to everyone.
Munkhzul Dolgorjav, Teacher at the Lifelong
Learning Center in Bulgan Province
Teacher’s Reflection on Lesson 6:
After the lesson on “Living a Life of Consideration for Others” during the peace education program, I came to a deep realization:
I had not been truly attentive to the people most precious to me.
That day, I had a warm and meaningful conversation with my husband, and it became a very special moment for me.
Although we have been married for 21 years, it was the first time I truly recognized that I hadn’t been expressing my gratitude to those closest to me on a daily basis.
It wasn’t because life was too busy or there wasn’t enough time— it was because I lacked the awareness and heart to do so.
That day, my husband said to me:
“I’m proud of you for embracing this wonderful peace education program, for trying to change your attitude in a positive way, and for continuing to learn.”
Hearing those words, both my husband and I shared our gratitude with our children, and we embraced each other warmly.
I am truly grateful to the HWPL Peace Education Team for giving me this opportunity to reorient the direction of my life.
Narantsetseg Khukhuu
Teacher at the Lifelong Learning Center in Tsengel soum, Bayan-Ulgii Province
Before participating in this program, I believed peace simply meant the absence of war or a state of harmony.
However, through this education, I came to understand that peace holds a much deeper and broader meaning.
I learned that recognizing differences, understanding one another, accepting and supporting each other, and fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity—these are the noble human qualities that are essential to creating and sustaining peace.
This program exceeded my expectations. Its content was thorough, and it left me deeply moved and genuinely satisfied.
I sincerely hope that these noble values can be shared with people all around the world.
Moreover, I believe that delivering peace education through videos and diverse content would be a highly beneficial way to reach more people and promote peace throughout society.
Dulamragchaa Togoo Senior Officer, Student Development and Service Center
Mongolian National University of Education
Reflection
During Lesson 7, we were given an assignment to practice helping others. In response, we learned how to use government service kiosks from younger teachers and then assisted elderly citizens in navigating the system. All of the teachers participated wholeheartedly, and it became a beautiful moment of intergenerational learning and sharing.
Through the peace education program, I’ve experienced real change within myself.
I complain less, I no longer hold grudges against others, and even when I feel hurt, I don’t carry the pain for long.
These small changes are gradually shaping me into a more peaceful and emotionally healthy person.
I truly feel the impact of peace beginning from within.
Lkhagvadulam, Social Worker at the Lifelong Learning Center in Orkhon Province
In the past, I used to feel a lot of stress because of people whose personalities didn’t suit me. However, through this lesson—and by even teaching it myself—I was able to free my mind from many emotions and struggles, and I’ve made great progress in how I communicate with others.
Now, I’ve come to understand my community in a healthier way, and I’m able to see those around me in a more positive light.
Reflection on the HWPL Peace Educator Training Program
Peace education has truly been one of the most life-changing experiences for me. Due to my work schedule, I often couldn’t attend the live sessions and had to watch them later—but each and every lesson left a deep impression on me. The way the instructors delivered the content, the clarity of their explanations, and the messages conveyed through the lessons were all deeply moving. The power of this program lies in how it touches both the heart and the mind, and that is what made this education an unforgettable journey for me.
Khorolmaa. B Mongolian Language and Literature Teacher, 60th School of Mongolia
Student Reflections on Lesson 9: ‘Respect for Elders’
Through the peace education lesson 9, I came to deeply realize the importance of respecting our elders and showing greater love and care to our parents while they are still with us. I shared these insights with my fellow teachers and staff at my organization. This lesson reminded us—and myself—how important it is to support our aging parents, to care about their health, to show love and protection, to listen to them with sincerity, and to visit and talk with them often.
Moving forward, I am determined to care for my parents and repay their love, while also passing on these values to the next generation. I’ve come to understand that if we ourselves can honor our parents and respect our teachers, that very act becomes a step toward peace—and a reflection of what a peaceful society should look like.
Reflections on Lesson 10:
“Like a single drop added to the sea,” I want to express how proud I am of the intellectual investment and legacy that HWPL, as an international organization, is spreading through peace education— fulfilling its responsibility before society and striving to protect harmony among humans, animals, and nature. Through this education, I have been inspired to share what I have heard, learned, and realized with others. I am determined to use everything I have—my knowledge, my voice, and my actions—to spread light in places of darkness. I sincerely thank you.
This education has been a truly meaningful time for me, filled with learning and deep reflection. I have grown to love my parents more, to feel respect and pride for my teachers, and to feel a deep sense of gratitude for being born and raised in such a beautiful country.
Reflection on the HWPL Peace Educator Training Program
To be honest, I had never really thought deeply about ‘ peace ’ before. But after taking part in the peace education program, I’ve become a more tolerant person, and my perspective on society has completely changed. I came to realize that peace, like human rights, is a universal value that all nations must cherish and uphold. This program didn’t just teach about peace—it helped to heal my inner self and allowed me to see the world more clearly.
I am truly grateful for both the content of the program and the transformation it brought within me.
Ankhiluun. G
Student, University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia
Above all, I feel truly grateful to have participated in this education. I’ve come to realize that approaching everything with generosity, calmness, and a positive mindset is not just an attitude—it’s a way of life that must be practiced daily as a habit.
Through the education, I gradually came to understand the true value and depth of soft skills by finding answers to questions like “Why do we need to do these things?”, “Why is this way of thinking necessary?”, and “What is this for?”
Only now do I clearly see why these capacities are so important, and why they are needed in every aspect of life. This realization has given me new motivation and passion to grow and develop myself further.
Carrying out the work of peace requires great courage.
And that courage is, in fact, a form of wisdom.
If we can possess both the insight to see far into the future and the bravery to act upon it, I believe that one day many people will come to truly understand the value of these peacebuilding efforts.
A person who does not waver in the face of hardship and trials, and who chooses to do what is right for the sake of others, can be said to have true courage.
Peace work is one of the most meaningful efforts we can pursue in our time—for the lives of people today.
That is why I sincerely hope that all of our citizens will experience peace education, develop a deeper understanding and awareness of peace, and come to feel what true peace really means.
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL)
PEACE EDUCATION
Peace Education for All — Cultivating Positive Attitudes and a Spirit of Peace Across Mongolia
Since 2024, the HWPL Mongolia Branch has been recruiting and conducting online peace education programs designed for all. This course welcomed approximately 800 to 1,000 Mongolian citizens aged 18 and older. Before the program, participants held various perceptions and assumptions about peace. Many associated peace education with abstract or difficult concepts related to war and conflict, often underestimating its importance. However, after completing the course, their reflections revealed a complete transformation in understanding—some even describing it as a ‘180-degree shift.’
In the follow-up satisfaction survey, 76.1% of participants responded that the course content exceeded their expectations, while 23.9% said it met their expectations. With over 95% of total participants responding to the survey, these results clearly demonstrate that the ‘ Peace Education for All’ program was not only meaningful but highly effective in reshaping attitudes and perceptions toward peace.
Caused by the Climate Crisis
Since 2023, the HWPL Mongolia Branch has actively participated in the nationwide ‘Planting One Billion Trees’ campaign initiated by the President of Mongolia, making a tangible contribution to transforming Mongolia into a greener land. In May 2025, HWPL collaborated with the education sector to donate a total of 2,680 trees to 16 institutions, and tree-planting activities were also carried out in selected areas.
Below are the educational institutions that partnered with HWPL to take part in this nationwide tree-planting initiative:
- Bayanuulgi Aimag Lifelong Learning Center
- Bayankhongor Lifelong Learning Center
- Bulgan Aimag Lifelong Learning Center
- Govi-Altai Aimag Lifelong Learning Center
- Khentii Aimag Lifelong Learning Center
- Orkhon Aimag Lifelong Learning Center
- Baganuur District Lifelong Learning Center
- Chingeltei District Lifelong Learning Center
- Nalaikh District Lifelong Learning Center
- Sukhbaatar District Lifelong Learning Center
- Songinokhairkhan District Lifelong Learning Center
- School No. 1 of Bulgan Soum, Khovd Aimag
- Manjit Bulgan School of Bulgan Soum, Khovd Aimag
At the proposal of Mr. S.Bayarsaikhan, the principal of General Education School No. 1 in Bulgan Soum, the HWPL Mongolia Branch erected a Peace Monument in Bulgan Soum, Khovd Aimag. This region holds deep historical significance, as it was the site of border conflicts around the Baitag Bogd Mountains between 1947 and 1949. During this period, numerous border guards fought with courage and sacrifice to defend the independence and territorial integrity of the nation. Many soldiers lost their lives, leaving behind a painful chapter in history. As descendants of those who came before us, it is our responsibility to remember the value of peaceful life in our homeland, to preserve it, and to pass on this historical truth to the next generation. The Peace Monument was established with that very purpose in mind. This monument serves as a reminder to all who see it—to guide their hearts and minds toward the path of peace and to encourage them to take part in building peace through their actions.
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Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) PEACE EDUCATION
Bakhytgul (Ph.D), Director of the Bayankhongor Aimag Lifelong
Learning
Center
Speech at the HWPL Peace Conference, 2025
Even among long-time friends, conflicts over wealth or power can lead to the end of their relationship. That is why people must learn to treat one another sincerely—with honesty, love, care, gratitude, empathy, and mutual understanding. We must also learn to communicate openly, solve problems transparently, and collaborate as a team or organization to achieve success. Through peace education, I have come to deeply understand that respecting others and living and working together harmoniously are the foundation of a truly successful life.
Peace education taught me that when we live with gratitude for what we already have, even the things we lack can come to us. I came to understand how humanity’s wrongful actions and greed have damaged our planet— destroying natural resources, and causing the disappearance of water, trees, and animals even in protected areas and national parks.
Through the ‘Peace Education’ program, I have learned the values of
forgiveness, compassion, love, gentleness, and humanity—values that are at the heart of a truly happy life. I’ve also realized the importance of consistently caring for and communicating with our parents and those closest to us. Even when people hurt us, act out of jealousy, or cause harm, we do not need to respond with hostility or revenge. Instead, we can choose to forgive, to see things from the other person’s perspective, and to value time rather than overreact to every conflict—living life with joy and peace of mind.
To live together peacefully in this world, peace education and a compassionate heart are essential. Let us work together to build a peaceful society! By participating in the ‘Peace Education’ program, I’ve learned first and foremost how to love, understand, respect, forgive, and help others—and how to live harmoniously with them. The peace education curriculum teaches us that although there are people of various religions, different skin colors, and diverse languages on this earth, with different natural environments and climates depending on geographical location, and people with different personalities, in order to coexist peacefully, it is important to understand others, show respect for cultural differences, and resolve problems through dialogue and consensus in any situation in order to understand each other.
Since the birth of humanity and nature, living together in harmony is a law of nature, and when people communicate with each other, the heart that cares for, loves, takes care of, forgives, and feels grateful to one another is felt from the fetal stage and is formed through the mother's milk with humanity and compassionate heart. However, it is an unfortunate reality that conflicts arise due to unpleasant relationships such as misunderstandings, jealousy, attitudes of not acknowledging each other, and rudeness among people, which gradually turn into hatred and resentment. Misunderstandings lead to major disputes, such as conflicts between countries, wars, territorial disputes, and conflicts due to differences in religion and language. When misunderstandings within the family, the smallest unit of society, deepen, they result in dangerous consequences such as quarrels, family breakdown, and even children becoming orphans.
Wisdom from the Field, Illuminated by Peace
From May 1 to 2, 2025, a Peace Education Teaching Method Competition was successfully held for lifelong learning center educators in the northern region, initiated by the Orkhon Aimag Lifelong Learning Center. The event was hosted and sponsored by HWPL.
Teachers from the lifelong learning centers of Bulgan Aimag, Selenge Aimag, Darkhan-Uul Aimag, and Orkhon Aimag participated in the competition. The program was based on six selected topics from the Peace Education curriculum, and provided a meaningful opportunity for both administrators and educators to share experiences, engage in discussions, and exchange ideas for improving teaching methodologies.
This competition significantly contributed to raising regional awareness and expanding practical implementation of the Peace Education program, while also promoting cooperative learning among educators.
