Advocate for World Peace World Conference of Mayors Proclaims the Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze Night
During the World Conference of Mayors (WCM) Closing Ceremony, Founder Johnny Ford once again proclaimed September 23, 2022 as "Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze Night".
The annual World Conference of Mayors (WCM) "United Nations of Cities" Collaboration Conference took place in New Orleans for four days beginning on August 3, with 200 participants including current and former mayors and vice mayors, state legislators, city council members, NGO leaders from 10 different countries. At the Closing Ceremony on the morning of August 5, Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, President of the Federation of World Peace and Love (FOWPAL) and the Zhang-men-ren of Tai Ji Men, invited all attendees to pray for the world by singing “A Prayer for Peace”. Founder of the WCM, Mayor Johnny Ford, praised Dr. Hong as an advocate for World Peace, and proclaimed September 23, 2022, as " Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze Night " in New York City and other cities around the world in the hopes that the WCM and FOWPAL would collaborate closely in all countries.
Dr. Hong presented a certificate of appreciation for cultural exchange to Demba Diop Sy, Mayor of Tivaouane, Senegal.
Johnny Ford stated that both the WCM and the FOWPAL upheld the values of fostering peace and international mutual understanding, and that Dr. Hong's organization had succeeded in in bringing international attention to the value of conscience, love, and peace, particularly in advancing harmony and stability with a shared objective. Through ongoing efforts and cooperation with the international community, FOWPAL had successfully promoted and contributed to the establishment of the United Nations International Day of Conscience, reminding world citizens to become heroes of conscience and to unite and cooperate for peace and happiness on a global scale. He noted that Dr. Hong had designated September 23 as a special day of remembrance (World Prayer Day) to honor peace and love, and that the WCM would also organize a recognition event on that day annually.
Dr. Hong presented a Commemorative Silver Coin to Harlem Globetrotter star, legendary Bobby Hunter
In 2022, the Post-COVID-19 era, Dr. Hong organized the "World Leader Summit of Love and Peace" on September 23 during the 77th United Nations General Assembly, with more than 100 leaders from 27 countries. In his remarks, Dr. Hong emphasized that " Conscience is the foundation of human beings and the cornerstone of global stability and sustainability.” On behalf of New York City Mayor, Eric L. Adams, Johnny Ford and Harlem Globetrotter star, legendary Bobby Hunter, jointly presented a Certificate of Recognition from the New York City Mayor's Office to honor Dr. Hong’s outstanding accomplishments and proclaimed September 23, 2022 as "Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze Night".
The Goodwill Group encouraged everyone to exert a powerful force for good. with an inspiring drum roll during the Closing Ceremony.
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The Cultural Goodwill Group thought it was a precious chance to connect with people from all around the world who share the same vision, and they thanked Johnny Ford for the invitation with an inspiring drum roll during the Closing Ceremony. According to the host, martial arts were practiced to settle disputes, assist those in need, and better the world. Like the participants at the conference, martial arts aficionados had an altruistic heart and a desire to safeguard the planet with wisdom. The song "Happiness is everywhere," which the members of the Goodwill Group also sang, gave the audience a boost of bravery and hope and inspired everyone to work together to increase the butterfly effect and spread more love and happiness throughout the world.
The Goodwill Group members inspired courage and optimism in the audience by singing "Happiness is everywhere."
Honorable Frank Jackson, Vice President of International Affairs for the World Conference of Mayors, recalled the cultural feast brought by the Goodwill Group the day before and said, “(I) had a wonderful evening last night and present as it was excellent. We enjoyed ourselves and something to remember, in our lives.”
Honorable Jimmie Gardner, Vice President of Twin Cities and Mayor of Prichard also stated, “I've never seen anything so touching. And last night was just another heart of something that is just amazing. And I wish that the world will have an opportunity to see it. And we should make that happen. But I will tell you that Dr. Hong, Your staff... Yes, you guys are really remarkable.”
Harlem Globetrotter star, legendary Bobby Hunter, was very grateful for Dr. Hong’s visit and bringing the entire FOWPAL to New Orleans. He was moved and remarked that if we wanted to, we could stop a war, we could bring all the youth of the earth together on the one where we would be able to educate and bring love and peace to nations. "I'm just very honored to be around him or associated with him, because I see that he's a key to the future of the peace for the world," he said. Bobby Hunter underlined that with Dr. Hong’s leadership, he saw the future of the world, the structure of educational programs. He considered Dr. Hong to be a great mentor.
The mayor of Tivaouane, Senegal, Demba Diop Sy, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to be in New Orleans and he was also very pleased to be honored by Dr. Hong what he did. He couldn't wait to invite Dr. Hong to Senegal. He thanked Dr. Hong, FOWPAL members and every citizen who had done efforts to bring peace and love to the world. “What Dr. Hong is saying is what we've been living our life. We share the same value and the same principle.” He said.
Denise Graves, Founder of Peace Ministry LLC & Institute, noted, “I'm very happy to have been a part of this and I just really love the energy and the tranquility that flowed through the experience. I had a great day.”
According to volunteer Cheng Yu-chen, every distinguished speaker who took the stage during the Closing Ceremony conveyed their gratitude to Dr. Hong. Whether it was the cultural exchanges, the bell ringing ceremony, or Dr. Hong's speech, everyone who attended was astounded and moved. Even yet, they claimed it was the first time in their life they had ever encountered such a wonderful baptism of love and peace. The message of love and peace from Dr. Hong was truly inspiring.
Another volunteer, Liu Mingzhe, shared that Bobby Hunter, one of the organizers of the youth exchange program on August 3, was not only a Harlem Globetrotter star, but also a volunteer for various NGOs. Bobby Hunter was concerned about the education of kids, and he tried to use sports, his faith, or other assets to steer kids in the correct direction. Bobby Hunter was moved to tears the moment he saw the Goodwill Group volunteers interacting with the young people through martial arts, music, and dance and noticed how happy they were. Bobby Hunter was also moved to tears when he heard the Goodwill Group youth meditate and pray for a more peaceful and loving world and for their families. In light of seeing this, Liu Mingzhe realized that "a good culture leads to a good education, and a good education leads to a good economy.” He recognized that a city's development would be guided by a conscientious mayor, and as a result, the entire nation would prosper.
The World Conference of Mayors (WCM), a non-profit, apolitical global conference founded in 1984, has grown into a key advocate for global cooperation by fostering exchanges, cooperation, and development among cities. The Federation of World Peace and Love (FOWPAL), headed by Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, was established in California in 2000 with the goal of advancing a culture of love, peace, and conscience through events like the World Leader Summit of Love and Peace, bell-ringing ceremonies, cultural performances, and international conferences. FOWPAL’s goal is to awaken people's consciences and help them understand the value of conscience, peace, and love in the development of a sustainable world.
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