- Partnership with the decades-long institution advances SDG implementation and the development of next-generation peace leaders
- MOU signed at the UN East Lounge in New York to expand women’s peace education initiatives
The Global Region 2 of the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG), led by Regional Director Seoyeon Lee, announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Association of Australia at the United Nations East Lounge in New York to expand cooperation in peace education and international collaboration.
The agreement was concluded at the UN headquarters while both organizations were in New York to attend the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. Through this partnership, the two sides agreed to strengthen a cooperative framework aimed at advancing women’s empowerment and supporting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Founded in 1946, the United Nations Association of Australia is a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting United Nations values. With branches across Australia and a network of thousands of members, it actively engages in policy advocacy, public education, and campaigns supporting the implementation of the SDGs.
Under the agreement, the two organizations committed to expanding cooperation across multiple areas, including the joint development and implementation of peace education programs, SDG-driven initiatives, and strengthened collaboration through international network linkages.
In particular, IWPG proposed a structured plan to implement its peace education program from April through September, while the UNAA will support participant recruitment and facilitate network engagement. The two organizations also plan to collaborate in connection with the upcoming International Loving-Peace Art Competition scheduled for May.
“This agreement marks an important starting point for advancing women’s empowerment and driving sustainable social change through peace education,” Lee said. “Through strengthened cooperation with the international community, we will further expand a culture of peace.”
Donnell Davis, President of the United Nations Association of Australia, noted that “women’s empowerment and peacebuilding are essential pillars of a sustainable society,” adding that he expects the partnership to generate meaningful global impact.
Both organizations plan to continue their collaboration through regular consultations and the development of joint programs.
Meanwhile, the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) is an international NGO registered with the United Nations Economic and Social Council and the United Nations Department of Global Communications, as well as South Korea’s Ministry of Gender Equality and Family. The organization operates 115 branches across 122 countries and works with approximately 900 partner organizations in 68 countries to advance its mission of achieving sustainable world peace.