[HWPL] What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

[HWPL] What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

War remains a harsh reality in international politics. Despite existing international law, armed clashes continue to sacrifice lives. In response to this cycle, a visionary proposal was Proclaimed on March 14, 2016: the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW). As we reach the 10th_Anniversary, it is time to reflect on the structural transition from war to a sustainable peace order.

What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

The Foundation of a Peace Order: HWPL and ManHeeLee

The DPCW was initiated by HWPL, an international NGO dedicated to building a sustainable peace order. The driving force behind this movement is Chairman ManHeeLee, whose conviction was forged during the Korean War. Having witnessed the devastation of the battlefield as a student soldier, he committed his life to ensuring that the sacrifice of youth ends with this generation. This sincere heart for WorldPeace led to the 2014 HWPL World Peace Summit, where leaders from 152 countries agreed on the need for new international standards to prevent conflict.

What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

Institutionalizing Peace: The 10 Articles and 38 Clauses

To turn this vision into a legal framework, HWPL launched the International Law Peace Committee (ILPC) in 2015. Composed of renowned experts, the committee drafted the DPCW, consisting of 10 articles and 38 clauses. Officially Proclaimed in 2016, the document provides standards on the use of force, the peaceful resolution of disputes, and the role of civil society. The DPCW strengthens agreed-upon principles so they can operate effectively in practice, moving beyond an order that presupposes war as a means of resolving conflict.

What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

A Decade of Global Support and Legacy

Over the past decade, the DPCW has gained significant support. Regional bodies like the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) have adopted resolutions endorsing the initiative, and approximately 900,000 citizens from 178 countries have signed their support. This 10th_Anniversary demonstrates that the desire for WorldPeace is a shared human priority.

What Path Should Humanity Take? Marking the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

What path will humanity take? 

We stand at a crossroads between a future of war and a future where peace is institutionalized. The past ten years have built the social foundation. As we celebrate this 10th_Anniversary, the task ahead is to ensure these standards take deep root in the actual international order. HWPL Supporters ONE believes that whether conflicts escalate into war or are resolved through peace ultimately depends on our collective choice. Let us leave peace as a legacy for future generations.

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[HWPL] A Blueprint for Human Survival: The Value of the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

[HWPL] A Blueprint for Human Survival: The Value of the 10th Anniversary of the DPCW

In an era where global conflicts persist, the need for shared standards to structurally prevent war and establish peace is more urgent than ever. On March 14, 2016, the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) was officially Proclaimed. This year marks the significant 10th_Anniversary of that noble commitment to humanity.

Proclamation of the 10 articles and 38 clauses of the DPCW (2016.03.14)

A Philosophy of Peace Born from the Sorrows of War

At the heart of the peace pursued by HWPL lies the resolute determination of Chairman Man-hee Lee. Having witnessed the horrors of the Korean War firsthand as a student soldier, he founded HWPL with the conviction that youth should no longer be sacrificed on the battlefield. His message of peace, rooted in the tragic reality of war, has evolved into the DPCW—a practical and institutional pathway toward lasting stability.

The Birth of the DPCW: A Product of International Consensus

The journey of the DPCW began at the 2014 HWPL World Peace Summit in Seoul. Leaders from 152 countries shared a consensus that reacting only after a conflict arises is insufficient to prevent war. Consequently, the necessity for an international standard for WorldPeace became clear. In 2015, the HWPL International Law Peace Committee (ILPC) was launched. After rigorous legal reviews, the 10-article, 38-clause DPCW was completed and proclaimed on March 14, 2016, providing a concrete legal mechanism for the path humanity must take.

Key Pillars: Writing Peace into Law

The DPCW complements existing international legal frameworks with practical measures to block war at its source:

Prohibition of the Use of Force: Establishing clear standards to eliminate justifications for war.

Peaceful Resolution of Disputes: Systematizing legal and diplomatic dialogue over military might.

Interfaith Cooperation: Guaranteeing religious freedom and promoting mutual collaboration.

Spreading a Culture of Peace: Fostering peace awareness through civil society participation.

Inauguration of the HWPL International Law Peace Committee (2015.09)

Celebrating the 10th_Anniversary (HWPL Supporters ONE)

This 10th_Anniversary reflects the solid foundation of peace built over the past decade. The standards proposed by the DPCW have steadily expanded, becoming an essential pathway for the coexistence of humanity.

HWPL Supporters ONE sincerely celebrates this milestone and hopes that the DPCW—carrying the aspirations of everyone dreaming of a world without war—will continue to function as a practical legal norm to end global disputes.

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[HWPL] The Road to Global Peace: PARLATINO and HWPL’s Strategic Partnership for the DPCW

[HWPL] The Road to Global Peace: PARLATINO and HWPL’s Strategic Partnership for the DPCW

The 11th Anniversary of the September 18th HWPL World Peace Summit showcased a pivotal panel discussion titled "Four Stories of Peace-Building Success," featuring Hon. Salinas, Deputy President of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (PARLATINO). 

Representing over 600 million people across 23 member states, Hon. Salinas highlighted why the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) is the most viable framework for regional stability. He emphasized that the DPCW transforms cultural and territorial differences into opportunities for cooperation by providing concrete, actionable mechanisms for dispute resolution.

PARLATINO and HWPL’s Strategic Partnership for the DPCW

According to Hon. Salinas, the true value of the DPCW lies in its implementability within national laws and policies. As an intergovernmental body, PARLATINO aims to bridge the gap between civil society proposals and universally recognized international instruments within the UN framework. 

This synergy requires a multi-sectoral approach where legislators harmonize laws to deter conflict, while organizations like HWPL work at the grassroots level to connect local peace initiatives with high-level policymakers.

PARLATINO and HWPL’s Strategic Partnership for the DPCW

Furthermore, the role of education was identified as a vital pillar for sustainable peace. By partnering with ministries of education, PARLATINO and HWPL seek to integrate peace education curricula across nations to prepare the next generation to embrace tolerance and non-violence. 

This unified parliamentary voice in the Americas serves as a powerful testament to how regional blocs can champion the DPCW to move the world closer to a permanent cessation of war.

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