International Peace Youth Group's International Youth Walk for World Peace and Restoration.

Over the Chuseok holiday, I try to recall things I am thankful for. One of the things I am thankful for this year is the chance I had to be a part of an amazing peace walk. At this event, Man Hee Lee, the director of the International Peace Youth Group,  challenged "nations to join in the signing of an international agreement to end all wars, an exhortation for the youth of the world to unite in making a stand for peace, and for all people to become more aware of the daily requirements of peace. He also appealed to journalists and members of the media to broadcast the event in an effort to encourage all members of society to stand together for peace."

"The 1.5km course was divided into seven sections, ending at the Seoul Olympic Park, representing the world’s seven continents and the Republic of Korea – the place where world peace is being fulfilled." 

"[The Peace Walk was]  one of the largest international demonstrations. Over 100 youth organizations from over 50 different nations, including youth leaders from Portugal, Greece, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Jordan, Belarus and Columbia and 27,000 local Korean citizens marched for peace in the International Youth Walk for World Peace and Restoration."

It was cool to see everyone celebrating the promise of world peace by singing, dancing, cheering, and, of course, walking. Again, I am thankful I had a chance to be a part of it.

http://www.anaheimconnected.com/art-culture/27000-youths-call-for-peace-in-international-peace-walk/