Fatimatuz Zahroh at the Global Peace Convention 2023
My first flight experience and going abroad was a very incredible moment. And it was all because of the Global Peace Convention of 2023. I was very excited to meet with awesome and inspiring people from around the world.
Fatimatuz Zahroh at the Global Peace Convention 2023
One highlight was the Youth Festival at the Cuneta Astrodome. Dr. Hyun Jin Preston Moon ignited the young spirits to aspire towards one family, one future, and one youth movement to shape the world together. I felt the passion and the positive energy from him. I was reminded that we as the young generation have to take ownership of world peace. I was so inspired by the young Filipino energy. Their enthusiasm rocked the astrodome.
Later, I joined other youth from various countries. It was a joyful meeting to introduce ourselves and get to know each other. We came from Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, the USA, and the Philippines.
Throughout the Convention, I met some remarkable peacemakers from across the nation. I had so many meaningful interactions participating in the youth discussions and events and was especially excited about the launch of the Global Peace Leadership Corps. I had the opportunity to participate in a roundtable discussion with youth from Malaysia, Cambodia, Korea, and Japan, where we talked about the obstacles of the young generation in our countries and brainstormed solutions together.
The most exciting experience for me was the Gala dinner. People wore gorgeous gowns and traditional dresses from their cultures. Some inspiring people were awarded by the Global Peace Foundation. The awards are given for the legacy of service and peace, outstanding service, the culture of peace award, and many more. This inspired me to do more back home.
Being a peacebuilder is not just someone who changes a big problem, but who lives for a greater good every day in small ways. As a young leader, we could be a role models for our environment. Global Peace Foundation taught me that volunteering is priceless and it’s bringing invaluable rewards. I feel grateful when I can give or do something good for others because their smile makes the world smile. From GPC 2023 I learned that traveling, facing, and sharing with people from across the nations made me realize how amazingly connected we all are.