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- Rabindranath Tagore’s 121st Birthday: 1982 – PHOTOS
  
  More EVENT – PHOTOS The Tagore Society of New York and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan invited Sri Chinmoy to be the guest of honour at a programme held at the United Nations the evening of 8 May 1982 marking the 121st … Read more →
- The Nation, Thailand : Indian Ambassador part of Oneness Heart Lift 1988 Dec 25
  
  Sri Chinmoy the leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN in New York was traveling in Thailand with some others from the group and others from various locations around the world. This article featured a photo and story related … Read more →
- Ravi Shankar Memorial 2012 Dec 20
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations attended the Memorial for Ravi Shankar on 20 December 2012. It was held at the Self-Realization Fellowship in Encinitas, California. More text and photos to be added as available. Sri Chinmoy … Read more →
- Celebrate Anniversary of Japan’s founding at UN Event: 1984 Feb 10
  
  1984- February -Programme to celebrate the anniversary of Japan’s founding In Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at UN Text to be added Gallery:
- Secretary General U Thant – Biographical Data:
  
  U Thant, the third Secretary-General of the United Nations, was chosen to head the world body in November of 1961 after Secretary-Genera1 Dag Hammarskjold was killed in an air crash in September of the same year. U Thant retired at … Read more →
- Rabindranath Tagore’s 121st Birthday Celebrated : 1982 May 08
  
  Rabindranath Tagore’s Birthday Celebrated (below is excerpt from meditation-at-un-may-jun-1982-bulletin/) with some additional photos. See also More Photos- 1982 Rabindranath Tagore’s 121st Birthday: 1982 – PHOTOS Programme observed in 1979 by the Meditation Group a few years earlier: Rabindranath Tagore 118th … Read more →
- Bangladesh 40th Anniversary celebrated at the UN 2014 Sep 26
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were present for the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Bangladesh joining the UN. The programme was hosted by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, 26 September, in a packed Conference Room 3 at the … Read more →
- Tribute to Japan 1982 May 3
  
  A special programme was sponsored by the meditation group on 3 May 1982 to honour Japan on the occasion of Emperor Hirohito’s eighty first birthday} which occurred 29 April. Mr. Shigo Iwaz~ coordinator of the Japanese Staff Members’ Committee} Mr. … Read more →
- The Nation, Thailand covers lift of Indian Ambassador 1988 Dec 25
  
  Sri Chinmoy the leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN in New York was traveling in Thailand with some members from the peace meditation group and others from various locations around the world. This article featured a photo … Read more →
- Art Show and “Lifting Up the World” for UN Community – SUMMARY -1988 Sept
  
  The New Yorker Magazine and Classical Keyboard Instruments jointly sponsored an exhibition of Sri Chinmoy’s Jharna-Kala paintings on Sept. 15 at Buchman Hall on the upper East Side of Manhattan.. Afterwards, Sri Chinmoy went to a nearby gym and lifted … Read more →
- Kazakhstan, Astana, East meets WEST 25 July 2012
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to travel to Kazakhstan in 2012 to be on hand for a number of events in the Capital, Astana including: Welcoming the: “World Harmony and Peace Run. An … Read more →
- Millennium Peace Concert and U Thant Award at UN, Amb. Chowdhury 1999 Nov 23
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to H.E. Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN, at a Millennium Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy – 23 November Millennium Peace Concert HONOURING H.E. AMBASSADOR ANWARUL KARIM CHOWDHURY PERMANENT … Read more →
- International Security and Third World – Amb. Kasemsri, Thailand, 1983 Feb 25
  
  Excerpts from an address to the Meditation Group by H.E. Mr. Birbhongse Kasemsri, Permanent Representative of ‘Thailand, on 25 February 1983: “Whatever the perceptions of the major powers happen to be regarding the United Nations, and such perceptions have changed … Read more →
- Honour Sankar Mukherji, Anwarul & Mariam Chowdhury + Lift Up World event 2002 Sep 26
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to participate in a Function to honour Mr. Mani Sankar Mukherji (Sankar), Award-winning Bengali author and journalist, and Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury,United Nations Under-Secretary-General, and his wife, Mariam Chowdhury … Read more →
- India’s Ambassador to U.S., Karan Singh evening with Sri Chinmoy, 04 Oct 1989
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations were present for a special event in Queens and some were part of a special performance when the INDIAN AMBASSADOR to the USA was HONOURED BY SRI CHINMOY India’s … Read more →
- L.L. Mehrotra, Ambassador of India to Argentina 1984 May 16
  
  In a meeting on 16 May 1984, L. L. Mehrotra, the Ambassador of India to Argentina, greets Sri Chinmoy. Ambassador Mehrotra had lold Sri Chinmoy: “I am most thankful that you are still here in the United States performing a … Read more →
- Japanese Pianist Performance 19 Mar 1991
  
  Japanese Pianist, Masanobu Ikemiya performeda at musical event on 19March 1991. More information to be added a available Phot0 of Pianist, Masanobu Ikemiya, receiving Flower from Sri Chinmoy.-crp Note: envelop of photo has Pulak name on it so he may … Read more →
- Bajan Singers Concert – 63rd GA, PR Bangladesh Invite -26 Aug 2008
  
  Her Excellency Ambassador Ismat Jahan PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH TO THE UNITED NATIONS requests the honour of your presence at A CONCERT ON THE OCCASION OF THE OPENING OF THE SIXTY-THIRD SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY … Read more →
- 1993 – U Thant Peace Award presented to H.E. Mr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray – Aug 8
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to H.E. Mr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Ambassador of India to the United States – 8 August 1993 India’s ambassador to the US., Siddhartha Shankar Ray, and his wife visited Sri Chinmoy Aug. 8 in … Read more →
- NY Consul General Nazareth of India with Sri Chinmoy in Queens 1989 Jun15
  
  Many members of the peace meditation at he United Nations join in a special function for New York’s IndianConsul General Nazareth held at P.S. 86 in Queens NY on June 15 After there was a dinner at Annam Brahma … Read more →
- Sri Lanka Day Celebrated 04 Feb 1981
  
  SRI LANKA DAY CELEBRATED Sri Lanka’s national day was celebrated 4 February 1981 by the meditation group, with H.E. Mr. Ignatius Benedict Fonseka, Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka, serving as guest speaker. An excellent film on Ananda Coomaraswamy, an authority … Read more →
- 1993 U Thant Peace Award presented to Shri C. Subramaniam – Sep 12
  
  BHAVAN PRESIDENT GETS U THANT AWARD JAMAICA, N.Y. – 12 September 1993 Shri C. Subramaniam, President of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, the worldwide Indian cultural association, received the U Thant Peace Award Sept. 12 from Sri Chinmoy. Dignitaries attending the … Read more →
- Readings from Poets of India’s Independence 30 April 1997
  
  in honour of India’s 50th Anniversary of Independence RABINDRANATH TAGORE SRI AUROBINDO SURYAKANT TRIPATHI “NIRALA” SIJBRAMANIA BHARATI WITH SPECIAL READING BY: DR. P. JAYARAMAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN MUSIC ON SAROD BY: NIRBHAYA WEININGER (Student of Ali Akbar Khan) … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award to Daw Aye Aye Thant, 28 June 2007
  
  On 28 June 2007, Sri Chinmoy had the honour of presenting the U Thant Peace Award to Daw Aye Aye Thant, U Thant’s daughter, at Aspiration-Ground meditation garden in Jamaica Hills, New York. Accompanying her was her husband, Tyn Myint-U. … Read more →
- Philippines 34th UN Anniversary 23 Oct 1979
  
  23 October -Tribute to the Philippines on its 34th anniversary of joining the U.N. The Philippines celebrated it’s thirty-Fourth anniversary of joining the United Nations on 23 October 1979. Guest speaker for the programme was H .E. Mr. Alejandro D. … Read more →
- Meditation Group Members at Philippine Peace Events, 1993 Jan
  
  Some members of the Meditation Group at the UN joined with students and friends of Sri Chinmoy for Peace related events in the Philippines during their visits to a number of cities there in January of 1993. Below is … Read more →
- Celebrate Life H.R. Choudhury, Pres 41st UNGA, Speaker Bangladesh Parliament – 2001 Jul 27
  
  A prayerful homage celebrating the life and work of Mr. Humayun Rasheed Choudhury, President of the 41st Session of the General Assembly and Speaker of the Bangladesh Parliament Moment of silence led by Sri Chinmoy Leader of the Peace … Read more →
- Dr. Hepburn visit Cambodia 18 to 31 Jan 2018
  
  See also the pdf highlights of Dr. Hepburn’s visit to Cambodia from 18 to 31 January 2018 2018-01Jan-20-31-davidson-hepburn-in-cambodia Dr. Davidson Hepburn was the President of the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) 35th Governing Council (2009 -2011). During … Read more →
- Sri Lanka Day 4 Feb 1979
  
  On 4 February 1979) the thirty-second anniver-sary of Sri Lanka’s independence) H.E. Mr. Nadarajah Balasubramaniam, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the United Nations) spoke about his country’s history and its role in the … Read more →
- Observe Rabindranath Tagore 118th Birthday, 07 May 1979
  
  Dedication to Rabindranath Tagore On 7 May 1979 the Meditation Group observed Nobel Prize winner Rabindranath Tagore’s birthday- 5 May 1861-with a ceremony held in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Sri Chinmoy offered selections in Bengali from Tagore’s poetry and music … Read more →
- U Thant Award H.R.Choudhury; Pres 41 UNGA; Speaker Bangladesh Parliament, 2000 May 08
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to Mr. Humayun Rasheed Choudhury, President of the 41st Session of the UN General Assembly and Speaker of the Bangladesh Parliament – 8 May 2000 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations … Read more →
- India Embassy in Nepal Souvenir – 3rd International Yoga Day 2017 Jun 21
  
  The India Embassy in Nepal prepared a bilingual souvenir for the 3rd International Day of Yoga. Sri Chinmoy’s Thoughts on “Who is Fit for Yoga? were included along with his comments on “What is Yoga?” and Various kinds of Yoga: … Read more →
- Programme honour Australia UN anniversary 30 Jan 1979
  
  OMMEMORATE AUSTRALIA’S 34TH YEAR AS MEMBER OF THE UNITED NATIONS On 30 January 1979, the anniversary of Australia joining the United Nations on January 1945 was observed for the second time by Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations … Read more →
- 1984 Memorial tribute to Indira Gandhi , Nov 02
  
  A Programme was organized by Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations In the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at the United Nations on Nov 02, 1984 More photo and texts to be added as available: … Read more →
- Reflections by Indian Leaders and United Nations Officials 1987 Apr 14
  
  INTRODUCTION This documentary booklet records some impressions of and reflections on the service of Sri Chinmoy and the Peace Meditation at the United Nations, as expressed by Secretaries-General and Presidents of the General Assembly of the United Nations-where Sri Chinmoy … Read more →
- Indian esraj and traditional Bengali songs 11 Oct 1977
  
  The Meditation Group gave several concerts during the month of October at the United Nations and in the New York area. On 11 October the Group hosted a concert-reception for the Indians in the U.N. community, entertaining guests with … Read more →
- Peace Concert for UN 40th Anniversary in Hiroshima at start International Year of Peace: 1986 Jan 05
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN were able to travel to Japan and be part of the Peace activities there at he beginning of the International Year of Peace proclaimed by the United nations for 1986 and in … Read more →
- Indian Ambassador Mr. L.L. Mehrotra – Peace Meditation Group at UN contribution to UNICEF
  
  Donation to UNICEF $500 . 00 in cash was generously given to the Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations by Mr. L.L. Mehrotra, Indian Ambassador to Argentina. This entailed the initial proceeds from the sale of his … Read more →
- Concert Highlighting India’s Music, 1978 Jan 25: DETAILS
  
  Text pdf: bu-scpmaun-1978-01-27-vol-06-n-01-jan-pp-22-33-india CONCERTS HIGHLIGHTING NATIONAL MUSIC As part of a series of programmes highlighting the national music of individual countries, in January the Peace Meditation Group was pleased to offer two concerts coinciding with the official National Days of … Read more →
- Batik Art lecture and exhibit co-sponsored by Mission of Sri Lanka and Meditation Group 1980 Apr 21
  
  BATIK ART LECTURE AND EXHIBITION On 21 April 1980 a batik art lecture and exhibition was sponsored by the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations and Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations) with introductory remarks by … Read more →
- President of G.A. Humayun Rasheed Choudhury, Honoured 1986 Nov 04:
  
  U.N. PROGRAMME HONOURS GENERAL ASSEMBLY PRESIDENT UNITED NATIONS- The Peace Meditations held a special programme to honour Humayun Rasheed Choudhury, Foreign Minister of Bangladesh and the President of the U.N. General Assembly. “I am deeply touched and overwhelmed,” said Choudhury. … Read more →
- Visit by Mani Sankar Mukerji, Bengali Author and Journalist 1987 Oct 05
  
  The members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were very fortunate to be present at function in Queens NY to honour Mani Sankar Mukerji. He is famous Bengali Author and Journalist for Amrita Patrika Bazaar (Calcutta Newspaper – … Read more →
- Programme in Honour of Australia’s Foundation Day, 27 Jan 1978: Details
  
  see full description at https://www.srichinmoypeacemeditationatun.org/1978/01/27/honour-australias-day-27-jan-1978-details/ Check – these photos may be duplicates – eventualy consolidate Gallery 1:
- 1991 U Thant Peace Award – Presentation to Ganesh Man Singh
  
  On 13 March 1991, HE. Mr. Ganesh Man Singh, Nepali Congress Supreme Leader, received the U Thant Peace Award for his: • Lifetime commitment to democratic government in his country, providing a radiant example to other nations; • Constant dedication … Read more →
- Swim 02, Nagasaki Japan for UN’s Year of Peace 1986 – Jan 6
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Pilgram of Peace – Concerts – report from Bombay India 1986 Jul 23
  
  Mention of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations as part of inspiration for Peace Concerts around the world: FREE PRESS BULLETIN Bombay, India July 23, 1986 Sri Chinmoy began his pilgrimage of peace 16 years ‘ago, in the United … Read more →
- Honour Australia’s Day, 27 Jan 1978: DETAILS
  
  On 27 January 1978 the Meditation Group hosted a programme marking the anniversary of Australia’s admission to the United Nations, which also coincided with Australia’s National Day. Ambassador Ralph L. Harry of Australia spoke, and members of the Group performed … Read more →
- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh meets Sri Chinmoy, 1999 sep 17
  
  The leader of the Peace Meditations at the UN, Sri Chinmoy met with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh. During their time together . Sri Chinmoy presented her with a song he had composed in her honour – 17 September … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award to Pres. Enkhbayer of Mongolia 2007 May 22
  
  President Nambaryn Enkhbayar of Mongolia receives the U Thant peace Award from Sri Chinmoy Jbarna Kala Exhibition – Union of Mongolian Artists Art Gallery Ulaan Baatar – May 22nd, 2007 More text and Photos to be added as available. … Read more →
- Musical Tribute to India; P.A. Nazareth, Consul General, 1987 Mar 13
  
  THE CONSUL GENERAL OF INDIA AT THE SRI CHINMOY PEACE MEDITATION On 13 March 1987, Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations offered a musical tribute to India at United Nations Headquarters in New York, with the Honourable … Read more →

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- Prime Minister Peru, Former UN S-G Perez de Cuellar, Appreciates Sri Chinmoy 2001 Feb 03
  
  Lima, February 3, 2001 Dear Sri Chinmoy, For thousands of years many diver~e cultures and races have lived together harmoniously beneath the majestic peaks of the Andes in my beloved Peru. Nowhere else on earth do such an enormous variety … Read more →
- Swim 15, Virginia Beach, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 08
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Birthday Message for Dr. Jorge Illueca of Panama 17 Sep 1996
  
  A sample of the type of correspondence shared on many occasions between Dr. Illueca of Panama and Sri Chinmoy with the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations. 17 September 1996 H.E. Jorge Illueca Pennallcnl Representative of Panama to the … Read more →
- 1983 J. Illueca, Pres, UN General Assembly, U Thant Peace Award, Dec 03 SUMMARY NY Daily News
  
  When Dr Illueca received the U Thant Peace Award, his many friends and admirers were thrilled to see his smile captured in the NY Daily News, Sunday, December 18, 1983 . (excerpt below) “The president of the United … Read more →
- Memorial service for AllIard Lowenstein 1980 March 21
  
  AllIard Lowenstein, former Ambassador from the United States to the United Nations and Congressman from New York MEMORIAL FOR ALLARD LOWENSTEIN AT U.N. HEADQUARTERS A memorial service for Allard Lowenstein, former Ambassador from the U.S. to the United Nations and … Read more →
- Birthday Celebration, Panama Foreign Minister, Illueca 1981 Sep 17
  
  Members of the meditation group joined Foreign Minister Illueca of Panama and his family at the Panama Mission for a birthday celebration on 17 September 1981. As an expression of his Friendship) Sri Chinmoy p resented the Foreign Minister with … Read more →
- Part 3-06D Jorge Illueca – (Compilation) decades long friendship with the Peace Meditation at the UN.
  
  H.E Jorge Illueca, Former President of Panama and of 38th Session of UN General Assembly.participated in programmes and other events with Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Mediation Group since the 1970′s. We were sad to learn of his … Read more →
- Part 3-06C Davidson Hepburn – (Compilation) Inspiring Friend of Peace Meditation at U.N. for over 3 decades.
  
  Dr. Davidson Hepburn, the former Permanent Representative of the Bahamas of the United Nations and President (2009 – 2011) of General Conference of the Untied Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has been a great supporter of the Peace … Read more →
- Swim 18, Charleston, South Carolina, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 09
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Ambssador Hepburn visits Aspiration Ground 2007 Jul
  
  Ambassador Davidson Hepburn of the Bahamas visited Aspiration Ground in Queens on Jul 08 2007. He came to be with his long time friends Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group at the United Nations. Ambassador Hepburn … Read more →
- Inauguration of Peace Meditation at USA Congress 01 Mar 1984
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to travel to Washington for the Inauguration of the Peace Meditation at USA Congress on 01 March 1984. The Washington Post covered the event in an article the … Read more →
- Concert at U.N. by popular musician Carlos Santana 1980 Apr 07
  
  7 April -The Mission of Panama and the Peace Meditation Group sponsored a free concert at the U.N. by popular musician Carlos Santana DEVADIP CARLOS SANTANA GIVES UNITED NATIONS CONCERT Devadip Carlos Santana treated the United Nations community to an … Read more →
- Progamme Highlighting Regional Traditions : Latin American States 1981 Jul 07
  
  During July 1981 the meditation group hosted a series of programmes at U.N. Headquarters high-lighting the cultural and spiritual traditions of the major regions of the world. The first of the series (focusing on the Latin American region) was held … Read more →
- Re-dedication Norman Rockwell Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04 – More photos & reception
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more →
- Pesident Elect Clinton of U.S.A. with Sri Chinmoy 1992 Nov 15
  
  On November 15 1992, Sri Chinmoy met with President Clinton in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. Below are photos from Occasion. Text to be added as available. Download PDF: 1992-11-nov-15-pres-clinton-meet-ckg Click on image below for larger or different Photo- Image:
- Swim 16, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 08
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Panama President, Aristides Royo, Reception Sep 1981
  
  Sri Chinmoy was inspired to dedicate a song to the President of the Republic of Panama, Aristides Royo. During his first visit to New York on 29 and 30 September 1981, President Royo addressed the United Nations General Assembly, and … Read more →
- 1983 J. Illueca, Pres. UN General Assembly, U Thant Peace Award, Dec 03 DETAILS -PHOTOS
  
  General Assembly President Dr. Jorge E. Illueca receives the Award from Sri Chinmoy : The Peace Meditation at the United Nations U THANT PEACE AWARD On 3 December 1983 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations awarded Dr. … Read more →
- EXCERPTS From Conversation: Jesse Owens and Sri Chinmoy 1972 Nov 04
  
  EXCERPTS FROM A CONVERSATION BETWEEN JESSE OWENS AND SRI CHINMOY (See also refereed to in Programme 22 April 1980 in the UN Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium Trbute to Jesse Owens: tribute-to-olympic-and-human-rights-champion-jesse-owens-1980-apr-22/ On 4 November 1972, Sri Chinmoy met with former Olympic … Read more →
- Birthday Surprise – Amb. Illueca Panama 17 Sep 1980
  
  Members of the meditation group joined Panama Mission staff and members of Ambassador Illueca’s family for an impromptu and surprise birthday celebration in the Ambassador’s office on 17 September 1980. In gratitude for Ambassador Illueca’s kind encouragement, support and guidance, … Read more →
- Swim 25, Panama City, & 26, Colon City, Panama for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 23
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Members of Meditation Group at U.N. share Transcontinental run experience 1976 Oct 13
  
  A documentary Programme of music ans slides was shared with the UN community in Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium on 13 October. The programme was organized by the three members of the Peace Meditation at the UN who completed the 9,000 mile … Read more →
- Swim 17, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 09
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- A New Generation for Peace – Msgr. Thomas Hartman shares their story 1989 May 16
  
  An organization committed to empowering young people around the world to be peacemakers Msgr. Thomas Hartman shares their story Msgr. Tom Hartman, Director of Radio and lV for the Diocese of Rockville Center, helped organize the first annual Youth Peace … Read more →
- Songs dedicated to Jesse Owens – Performed 1980 Apr 22
  
  Five songs dedicated to the immortal Jesse Owens by Sri Chinmoy Performed by the Peace Meditation Group Choir on 22 April 1980 in the United Nations Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at : Tribute to Olympic and human rights champion, Jesse Owens … Read more →
- Bahamas Motto set to Music 21 Nov 1979
  
  Ambassador Hepburn again joined the Meditation Group during its 21 November 1979 meeting in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium for a meditation and the performance of The Bahamas motto recently set to music by Sri Chinmoy. See also earlier programme … Read more →
- Peace Meditation Group Choir at 200th USA Thanksgiving, Valley Forge, 1977 Dec 18
  
  Peace Meditation Group choir was invited to open historic commemoration of the 200th anniversary of America’s Thanksgiving Day in Valley Forge. The singers performed Sri Chinmoy’s Songs “World Gratitude” and “O My America” which marked the original Thanksgiving observed by … Read more →
- Short Inspirational Talks at UN Secretariat Offices 1987 Nov 13
  
  2 Talks at United Nations Headquarters – Highlights: Meditation : Mind, Heart, Life, Inner Pilot; Problems solve not only his own personal problems but also all the world’s problem About the United Nations : Self- Giving Severs, UN Soul, aspiring … Read more →
- 1985 – 1986 Cross Country USA Solo Peace Run ends at UN Hqs in NY 1986 Jan 24
  
  Cheered on by diplomats, runners and friends, Bansidhar Medeiros completed his 3,200-mile coast-to-coast Peace Run Jan. 24 1986 at the plaza of the United Nations. His solo run, called ‘The Everest Aspiration-Journey,” was the first American sports event commemorating the … Read more →
- Swim 19, Phoenix, Arizona, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 15
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- PANAMA HONOURS, SRI CHINMOY BOWS
  
  “PANAMA HONOURS, SRI CHINMOY BOWS “ Photos by Richard Howard and Lloyd Hart Copyright © 1981 by Sri Chinmoy Photos from Original booklet to be added at appropriate places in text below: See also individual page images and PDF-OCR format … Read more →
- President Gorbachev visited Aspiration-Ground and museum NY 2006.
  
  Members and friends of the Peace Meditation Group at the Unite Nations were Present when President Gorbachev visited Sri Chinmoy at Aspiration Ground meditation garden and museum in Queens, NY on Oct 15, 2006. More text and photos to … Read more →
- Tribute Concert to the Bahamas 1980 Sep 05
  
  Ambassador Davidson L. Hepburn, Permanent Representative of The Bahamas, treated diplomats and staff to a singing performance on 5 September 1980 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Accompanying the Ambassador was acclaimed French concert pianist Olivier Greif, who also performed solo. … Read more →
- Tribute to Nelson Rockefeller 2 Feb 1979
  
  On 2 February 1979 United Nations diplomats and staff joined members of the Meditation Group in a tribute to Nelson Rockefeller, held in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at New York Head-quarters. The programme opened with silent meditation led by Sri … Read more →
- Ravi Shankar Memorial 2012 Dec 20
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations attended the Memorial for Ravi Shankar on 20 December 2012. It was held at the Self-Realization Fellowship in Encinitas, California. More text and photos to be added as available. Sri Chinmoy … Read more →
- Swim 03, Fernandina Beach, Florida, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 Feb 08
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Swim: 20, Tijuana, Mexico; & 21, San Diego, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 15
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Swim 30, Valdivia River, Valdivia, Chile, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Dec 31
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. … Read more →
- Bicentennial Meditation in NYC Central Park: On, with, for America, 1976 Jul 04
  
  NEW YORK- Sri Chinmoy conducted a 13-hour meditation in New York’s Central Park on July 4, culminating an 18-month Bicentennial offering to the American nation. Some Members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations joined in the event The … Read more →
- Panama Foreign Minister, Dr. Illueca honoured, 1981 Feb 17
  
  U.N. DIPLOMATS HONOUR PANAMANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER The international diplomatic community honoured Panamanian Foreign Minister Jorge Illueca at a U.N. ceremony sponsored by the peace meditation group on 17 February 1981. Dr. Illueca has been associated with the U.N. since the … Read more →
- Woodrow Wilson and his Dream 12 Jan 1979 combine
  
  combine two entries expand galleries -note other entry has excerpts from Sacred fire play.. Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979 Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979 On 12 January 1979 Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, 2001 Jul 31
  
  U Thant Peace Award was presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, President, The Interfaith Center of New York, and Dean Emeritus, The Cathedral of St. John the Divine – 31 July Also “Lifting Up the World with a … Read more →
- Swim 04, Savannah Beach, Georgia, USA for UN Year of Peace, 1986 – Feb 08
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Swim 22, Santa Barbara; & 23, Santa Monica, California, USA, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 16
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Programme in Support of UN Ideals Held in US Capital 13 Nov 1979
  
  WASHINGTON – The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations participated in a programme Nov. 13 for U.S.A.Senators and Congressmen whose careers have included stints at the U.N. The reception, which was co-hosted by Congressmen Benjamin Rosenthal (D-New York) an … Read more →
- Dedication: USA Presidential yacht “Honey Fitz” as a Sri Chinmoy Peace Yacht, 25 Oct 1992
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation were guests at a special Dedication of the USA Presidential yacht “Honey Fitz” as a Sri Chinmoy Peace Yacht.This yacht was used by five American Presidents., On the occasion included remarks by … Read more →
- Observance of U.N. Day 1981 Oct 23
  
  The Peace Meditation group observed United Nations Day with a programme in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at U.N. Headquarters on 23 October. Guest speaker was H.E. Sra. Julia Tavares de Alvarez, Alternate Representative of the Dominican Republic to the United … Read more →
- Swim 05 Jacksonville Beach, Florida, USA for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 Feb 09
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Swim 24, Ponteranas, Costa Rica, for UN’s Year of Peace, 1986 – Mar 22
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace. Their first swim was … Read more →
- Re-dedication N. Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN 2014 Feb 04
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were invited to be present for the Re-dedication of the Norman Rockwell Golden Rule Mosaic at UN on February 04 2014. They also attended the reception after the Event at the … Read more →

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- Uner Kirdar: Oneness-Pathfinder on: Human Dimension of Development, 1989 Feb 07
  
  A Programe was held where Mr. Uner Kirdar of UNDP addressed the members of the Peace Meditation Group on the Human Dimensions of Development. The Group Honoured Mr Kidarwith song that Sri Chinmoy had composed in his honour. Below in … Read more →
- POPE JOHN PAUL II AND SRI CHINMOY MEET 1980 jun 18
  
  On 18 June 1980, while in Europe on a lecture and concert tour, Sri Chinmoy visited the Vatican for a private meeting with Pope John Paul 11. He was warmly received by the Holy Father, who noted his work at … Read more →
- Don Pablo Casals and Sri Chinmoy 1972 Oct 6
  
  At a Programme for World Gratitude at the United Nations on 12 September 1977, Mr. Robert Muller, then U.N. Deputy Under-Secretary- General for Inter-Agency Affairs and Co-ordination: quoted from a meeting between Don Pablo Casals and Sri Chinmoy of October … Read more →
- Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” 1992 Feb 4: V. Petrovsky + A. Razvin
  
  Friends and members of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN were part of Programme honoring Men and Woman of inspiration Dedication: ” Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” confirm dates -with Photos – 1992 Feb 4, and /or … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (h) Media Coverage: Malta & USA
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: Media Coverage Excerpts from: THE TIMES of Malta – FRIDAY October 4 , 1991 DeMarco receives U Thant Peace award – By a Staff … Read more →
- Malta events with members of Peace Meditation
  
  under construction Malta 15 January: Valletta -Meeting the Deputy Prime Minister http://www.peacerun.org/mt/news/2016/0115/1490/ Malta 14 January: Sliema Dedicating a statue of Sri Chinmoy http://www.peacerun.org/mt/news/2016/0114/1489/ Today a statue of Sri Chinmoy, founder of the Peace Run, entitled “Dreamer of World Peace”, was … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (e) Songs: Mr. de Marco, Malta and Recipients quotations
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: Songs in Recipients and Malta Honor and from Professor de Marco’s words After the presentation, singers sang a song composed by Sri Chinmoy in … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to Mother Teresa, 1994 Oct 01
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to Mother Teresa, Nobel Peace Laureate, 1979 (Rome, 1 October 1994) Sri Chinmoy meets with Mother Teresa on October 1 st, 1994 in Rome at her Missionaries of Charity House adjoining the San Gregorio Church. … Read more →
- Federal Rep. Germany, UN Anniversary 16 Oct 1979
  
  THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY HONOURED On 16 October 1979 the Federal Republic of Germany celebrated the anniversary of its entrance into the United Nations. Following are excerpts from the remarks of Dr. Frank Stollberg, international lecturer and Second Secretary … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (a) Sept 28 – Overview Prof. de Marco
  
  Contents Background on U Thant, Island and Award: U THANT PEACE AWARD TO PROFESSOR GUIDO DE MARCO Summary Overview: Welcome and highlights of Professor de Marco’s life and contributions The recent 45th session of the General Assembly Education , National … Read more →
- Peace Concert – Nobel Peace Center – Oslo Norway 2007 Apr 30
  
  Some Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the The United Nations were able to travel to Oslo, Norway for a Peace Concert given by Sri Chinmoy on 30 April 2007. Previously many members were on hand in Aker Brygge, … Read more →
- Spirit of Greece at UN 24 Mar 1980
  
  THE SPIRIT OF GREECE AT THE UNITED NATIONS On 24 March 1980. H.E. Mr. Nicolas Katapodis, Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations, highlighted the classical spirit of Greek history and culture in a lecture and film presentation celebrating … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (f) Response Mr. de Marco – Recipient
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: Award Recipient Response: Professor de Marco: Sri Chinmoy and dear, dear friends, little would I have thought when just a year ago or so … Read more →
- A Musical Exchange with the “Little Singers of Tokyo”
  
  On 3 August 1991, the day after their concert at the United Nations which was part of a world tour, the “Little Singers of Tokyo” gave a special performance for Sri Chinmoy and members of the Peace Meditation group . … Read more →
- Spain Honoured at UN -1979 Sep 28
  
  Sr. Don Jose Xifra, Deputy Permanent Representative of Spain to the United Nations, entertained members of the Mission and Secretariat with a brilliant and fascinating account of Spanish history and culture. (Listed in some accounts as 28 Oct – but … Read more →
- Lakhan L. Mehrotra, receives the U Thant Peace Award, 1991 Sep 22
  
  A special programme was held in New York City, Queens at the Aspiration-Ground Meditation Garden on September 22. Many members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were present. The occasion was to honour the author and Indian diplomat … Read more →
- Meeting with Pope John Paul II in Vatican 1987 Oct 14
  
  On the 13th of October 1987, Sri Chinmoy opened and closed the 5 p.m. mass at St. Peter’s Basilica with a performance on the Vatican organ. On the 14th he met with Pope John Paul II, presenting the Pontiff with … Read more →
- Peace Meditation Group Members in Madrid, Spain 1984 Dec 21
  
  MAYOR OF MADRID HOSTS RECEPTION Mayor Enrique Tierno Galvan of Madrid on Dec 21, hosted a reception at his headquarters for Sri Chinmoy and his students which included members of the Peace Meditation group at the UN. The Mayor was … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (g) Informal Remarks Prof. de Marco
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: INFORMAL REMARKS After the award presentation, a short video was shown of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, a biennial international torch relay, and … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (b) Professor de Marco’s life and contributions
  
  U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview Details on: Welcome and highlights of Professor de Marco’s life and contributions Mr. Adhiratha Keefe, Master of Ceremonies: Last year was a remarkable one for the United Nations and the world … Read more →
- Ireland President Erskine Childers meet with Sri Chinmoy 1974 jul-01
  
  Meeting Between President Erskine Childers of Ireland and Sri Chinmoy: ERSKINE CHILDERS – PRESIDENT OF IRELAND (1974-1975) On his second visit to Ireland, Sri Chinmoy was received by the new President, Erskine Childers, at the President’s House in Dublin on … Read more →
- Bajan Singers – Spring Concert – PR Iceland Invite – 11 Apr 2008
  
  H.E. Ambassador Hjalmar W. Hannesson PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE OF ICELAND TO THE UNITED NATIONS requests the honour of your presence at a SPRING CONCERT BY THE SRI CHINMOY BHAJAN SINGERS An international vocal and instrumental ensemble FRIDAY, 11 APRIL 2008 ~ … Read more →
- Celebration of Life of Vladimir Petrovsky (1933 – 2014) : 2014-Mar 05 New York
  
  A Special programme was held on 5 March 2014 by the Sri Chinmoy Centre and Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations Aspiration-Ground, New York A Celebration of the Life of Vladimir Petrovsky (29 April 1933 – 21 … Read more →
- 1995 Peace Walk Events, Sample Moscow with Cosmonaut: Sep, to check date
  
  In connection with Peace walks at UN Headquarters and International Day of Peace, Walks and various other events were held around the world. For example a 2 mile race was held in various locations, finishing times were compared and the … Read more →
- Boris Purushottama Grebenshikov in Concert: UN Conf. Room 4, 2007, Aug 29
  
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- UN Director General Appreciates efforts towards peace 1989 Aug 17
  
  Leader of the Peace Meditations Group at the United Nations, Sri Chinmoy received appreciation for “continuing efforts towards the attainment of peace,” from the Director General Of the UN Geneva Office, Mr. Jan Martenson. See below” OFFICE DES NATIONS UNIES … Read more →
- Western European and Other States 10 Jul 1981
  
  The second in the series of regional programmes) featuring the Western European and other States regional group) was held on 10 June 1981. The guest speaker was H.E. Mr. Talat S. Halman, Deputy Permanent Representative of Turkey to the United … Read more →
- Peace-Mile ceremony near the wall in East Berlin. 1990 Feb 23
  
  PEACE TOUR LINKS EAST AND WEST GERMANY Members of the Peace Meditation Group were able to accompany Sri Chinmoy, as he embarked on a major peace tour of East and West Germany during February 1990. Concerts were held in Nuremberg … Read more →
- Cologne Germany Concert for 9000, 1984 mar 24
  
  A number of the members of the Peace Meditation at the United nations ere able to travel to Cologne, Germany for a very large Concert of meditative music performed by Sri Chinmoy on 24 March 1984. Below is extract of … Read more →
- International Red Cross Committee ICRC .Geneva 16 Jun 1980
  
  During a European lecture and concert tour last spring, Sri Chinmoy met privately with several world figures. An account of his meeting in the Vatican with Pope John Paul II appeared in the July 1980 bulletin. Sri Chinmoy also met … Read more →
- In Memoriam: Vladimir Petrovsky 2014 Feb 21
  
  Mr. Vladimir Petrovsky was a very good Friend and Supporter of Sri Chinmoy and the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations. He was also very encouraging of the “Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home: World Harmony and Peace Runs” that have taken … Read more →
- 1989 Peace Meditation Group Choir sings at Swedish Mission for National Day 06
  
  Deputy Permanent Rep Amb Stromholm and other officers and support staff were at meeting. Framed Song dedicated to Sweden was presented and performed Candy /Card and Flowers were also presented in honour of Ocassion Savita Shivaji and Saroja Douglas (who … Read more →
- Tribute to Amb. Zenon Rossides of Cyprus 1990 Mar 23
  
  A great Friend and supporter of Sri Chinmoy and the Peace Meditation at the United Nations, Ambassador Zenon Rossides of Cyprus Life was celebrated 23 March 1990. Welcome to this meeting in Tribute to our dear friend. To begin the … Read more →
- Visit Ambassador & Mrs. Zennon Rossides of Cyprus 15 December 1978 at their NY home
  
  The evening of 15 December 1978 the members of Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations visited with Ambassador and Mrs. Zenon Rossides of Cyprus in their home in Manhattan. The group sang two songs that Sri Chinmoy had composed … Read more →
- Uner Kirdar on 30th Anniversary Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at UN 2000 Apr 18
  
  The was Message from Mr. Uner Kirdar Scholar, Diplomat, International Civil Servant Former Senior Official of the United Nations and the United Nations Development Programme (18 Apr 2000 for 30th Anniversary of Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United … Read more →
- U.N. DAY RUN FOR UNICEF – 1976 Oct 24 Edinburgh to London
  
  Sixteen young men ran a 450-mile relay from Edinburgh to London to raise money for UNICEF and promote the ideals of the United Nations in conjunction with U.N. Day on 24 October. The runners were all students of spiritual Master … Read more →
- Guri Lie Zeckendorf. Daughter of 1st SG speaks of early experiences 1990 Mar 09
  
  “UNITED NATIONS: THE EARLY DAYS” ~ Personal reminiscences offered by Gurl Lle Zeckendorf. Sponsored by United Nations Staff Recreation Council. Cine Video Club, in co-operation with • Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations 9 March 1990 … Read more →
- Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004.
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations were able to accompany Sri Chinmoy to Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004. Sri Chinmoy was officially invited to hold the opening … Read more →
- Art Show and “Lifting Up the World” for UN Community – SUMMARY -1988 Sept
  
  The New Yorker Magazine and Classical Keyboard Instruments jointly sponsored an exhibition of Sri Chinmoy’s Jharna-Kala paintings on Sept. 15 at Buchman Hall on the upper East Side of Manhattan.. Afterwards, Sri Chinmoy went to a nearby gym and lifted … Read more →
- Japan and Italy Honoured 1978 Dec 05
  
  On 5 December 1978 a programme honouring the anniversaries of Italy and Japan joining the United Nations on 14 December 1955 and 18 December 1956 respectively, was sponsored by Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations in the Dag Hammarskjold … Read more →
- Happy Anniversary, Austria; Happy Birthday, Secretary-General, 1978 Dec 15
  
  On 15 December 1978 a programme in honour of the anniversary of Austria’s joining the United Nations on 14 December 1955 was sponsored by Sri Chinmoy : the Peace Meditation at the United Nations. The programme included several songs performed … Read more →
- Finland: Champion of Independence -Music Tradition Celebrate UN Anniversary 15 Dec 1977
  
  On 15 December 1977 the Meditation Group at the United Nations sponsored a programme highlighting the musical tradition of Finland, in recognition of Finland’s sixtieth year of independence and in celebration of the twenty-second anniversary of Finland ‘s admittance to … Read more →

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- NELSON MANDELA 1918-2013 remembrance Dec 06-07
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations participated in remembrance of Nelson Mandela in December 2013. “President Mandela’s heart is like a huge, spreading tree protecting all his brothers and sisters. President Mandela’s heart embraces each and … Read more →
- “Liberia Day” Celebration 1978 ARTICLE : Join U.N. 2 Nov 1945
  
  On 3 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations sponsored a programme in honour of Liberia on the anniversary of its joining the United Nations on 2 November 1945. The “Liberia Day” celebration featured guest speaker … Read more →
- Harmony and Peace Art Exhibit with Desmund Tutu – Delegates Entrance UN GA Building 2012 Oct 14
  
  Scheduled for between 15 and 26 October 2012 at the United Nations, there was an exhibition of Paintings for World-Harmony and World Peace by artist Sri Chinmoy dedicated to a Culture of Peace, as expressed through the arts. (More on … Read more →
- Ibrahim Gambari: UN Man of Hour Programme: 2002 Mar 04
  
  An event Honouring Professor Ibrahim Gambari, Under-Secretary-General took place on 04 March 2002. Songs composed by Sri Chinmoy were performed. The Peace Meditation Group Choir also recited together a quotation form Professor Gambari. Some songs contained quotations of Professor Gambari … Read more →
- 2013 Aug 22 Concert for 68th GA Session Opening. Hosted by Mali
  
  H.E. Ambassador Oumar Daou, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Mali to the UN and Mrs. Amalle Baba Lamine Keita Daou request the honour of your presence at a Concert on the occasion of the opening of Sixty-eighth Session of … Read more →
- New York Magazine – Sri Chinmoy and Nelson Mandela at U.N. 1990 July 16
  
  New York Magazine on 16 July 1990, highlighted the meeting of Sri Chinmoy, leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations with Nelson Mandela after his speech to the U.N. General Assembly. Download PDF 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-photo 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-text 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet-text-2 1990-07-jul-16-New-York-Magazine-CKG-Mandalla-meet … Read more →
- Archbishop Desmund Tutu – Lifting Up the World 2004 – Mar 16
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N. were on hand to greet, Nobel laureate, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. He received the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award from Sri Chinmoy. in a beautiful … Read more →
- A Tribute to Sudan 1980 Oct 31
  
  On 31 October 1980 H.E. Mr. Abdel-Rahman Abdalla, Permanent Representative of Sudan to the United Nations, joined members of the meditation group and delegates and staff for a tribute marking the twenty fourth anniversary of Sudan ‘s joining the United … Read more →
- Sri Chinmoy with Meditation Group: Agadir, Morocco 1985 Jan 04
  
  AGADIR GOVERNOR MOVED BY INDIAN MASTER OF PEACE AGADIR, Morocco-The Governor of the province of Agadir met with Sri Chinmoy three times during the Master’s visit here, saying that he had never been as “happy and moved” before in his … Read more →
- Namibia Honoured and International Elephant Effort 1990- April 27
  
  Sri Chinmoy meditates with Namibia Foreign Minister Ben Gurirab at U.N. Church Centre programme. OPENS AFRICAN PROGRAMME NEW YORK-Sri Chinmoy gave the opening meditation at a programme April 27 commemorating Namibia’s entry into the United Nations. During the programme, he … Read more →
- “Liberia Day” Celebration SUMMARY : Join U.N. 2 Nov 1945
  
  On 3 November 1978 Sri Chinmoy Meditation at the United Nations sponsored a programme in honour of Liberia on the anniversary of its joining the United Nations on 2 November 1945. The “Liberia Day” celebration featured guest speaker Ambassador David … Read more →

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- Question: Is it spiritually correct for some countries not to join the United Nations?
  
  Question: Is it spiritually correct for some countries not to join the United Nations? Sri Chinmoy: No, every country should join the United Nations, which is humanity’s oneness-world-home. From a spiritual point of view, countries that do not join the … Read more →
- 1993 Parliament of Religions in Chicago, USA , August 28 -29
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations were able to attend the 1993 Parliament of Religions in Chicago. In the Previous century the 1883 Parliament of Religions in Chicago has been said to mark … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, 2000 Sep 26 – Honouring Millennium UN General Assembly
  
  SRI CHINMOY: THE PEACE MEDITATION AT THE UNITED NATIONS INTERFAITH PRAYER BREAKFAST COMMEMORATING THE UNITED NATIONS MILLENNIUM GENERAL ASSEMBLY 26 September 2000 Programme Musical Invocation: Premik Russell Tubbs Master of Ceremonies: Dr. Kusumita P. Pedersen Silent Meditation: All present Song … Read more →
- Prayer or Silence Day or Event – Peace Meditation at U.N.: 2014 list update
  
  Draft under construction– In July of 1975, members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were involved with the first “National Day of Prayer Observance at the United Nations. The event was favourably covered by the NY Times with … Read more →
- 1991 Seven Minutes of World Peace on U.N. Day, 24 Oct
  
  The outer message of the United Nations is peace. The inner message of the United Nations is love. The inmost message of the United Nations is oneness. … Read more →
- Fun Runs at the U.N. 1983 Oct 14 and 16
  
  Click on image below for larger of different resolution Photo – Images.
- One – Mile Fun Runs at UN 1986 Jun 20 & 21 Dedicated to Year of Peace
  
  For an invigorating and fun-filled diversion, come join your friends in PEACE the upcoming ONE-MILE RUN — a healthy jaunt along the East River in the North Garden. United Nations) , mission and NGO staff will run Friday, June 20 … Read more →
- Archbishop Desmund Tutu – Lifting Up the World 2004 – Mar 16
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N. were on hand to greet, Nobel laureate, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. He received the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award from Sri Chinmoy. in a beautiful … Read more →
- Concert Luncheon honour women in international affairs 34th Gen Assembly -1979 Oct 19
  
  Women Working in International Affairs Honoured: Representatives from thirty-seven Missions joined Secretariat staff at a programme honouring women working in international affairs during the thirty-fourth General Assembly, held on 19 October 1979 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Mrs. Esther Coopersmith, … Read more →
- UNICEF 30th Anniv. – Rights of Child – Australian Benifit Concert 12 Dec 1976
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations assisted with the Rights of the Child, Australian Benefit Concert for UNICEF on 12 December 1976 in the UN General Assembly Hall. A very gracious and appreciative letter of gratitude … Read more →
- 1987 Peace Run Circles Globe through 6 Continents: Jul 1987 report
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group have participated in and or supported the longest relay run in history – an unprecedented peace journey through six continents. It has won the support of heads of state, major sports and entertainment figures … Read more →
- 1998 Peace Walk for U.N. Day – 23 October
  
  Peace Walk for United Nations Day, held in the United Nations Garden, cosponsored by 13 Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives to the United Nations – 23 October 1 Since 1983 United Nations delegates and staff have taken a moment from their … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (e) Meditation at UN 25, Statement by Government Leaders
  
  Statements and tributes from the international community on the occasion of the twenty-fifth anniversary of Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at The United Nations. This is Part (e) Statement by Government Leaders * * ** * * * * * … Read more →
- 1986 Peace Walk for U.N. Charter Day; International Year of Peace: 25 – 26 Jun
  
  Some will talk — others will run and walk to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the U.N. Charter. The U.N. community is invited to join together in the semi-annual PEACE WALK in the U.N. gardens on June 25-26 … Read more →
- Question: Cooperation Among All Nations is an ancient dream……
  
  Mr. David Rowe: Cooperation among all nations is an ancient dream. Assuming we are building on the past, how can we assess the outlook now? This is one of eight questions submitted to Sri Chinmoy by Mr. David Rowe, Political Advisor, United States Mission to the United Nations, in the spring of 1977. Continue reading → Read more →
- Draft Proposal for a World Thanksgiving (and gratitude) Day 2007 – 2008
  
  In 2007 and 2008, there was a proposal put forward for a World Day of Thanksgiving. The Peace Meditation Group at the UN had supported celebrations of International Day’s of Thanksgiving (since 1975) and also World Gratitude Days (since 1977) … Read more →
- Jharna Kala Gallery Presents a festival of UNICEF Films August 16, 1975
  
  Meditation Group at the UN members co-originated with U.N. Children’s’ Fund (UNICEF) staff and the JHARNA KALA GALLERY for a Free Film Festival showing UNICEF theme related films . During the opening weekend of the JK Gallery, on Saturday … Read more →
- Global Peace Run Concludes New York – 1989 Aug 07
  
  New York Mayor-elect David Dinkins greets Sri Chinmoy at the concluding ceremony for the Peace Run. The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run concluded Aug. 7 at a gala ceremony in Dag Hammarskjold Plaza. Among the speakers was Manhattan Borough President … Read more →
- U.N. Delegates Wives Play Tennis Tournament In Queens, 1985 Aug 03
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN were on hand when six wives of UN delegates graced a private tennis court in Jamaica, Queens,Saturday, August 3 for a round-robin tennis tournament and clinic. The ladies were guests of Sri … Read more →
- Lifting Up World with Oneness-Heart – 2001-aug-04: Gambari; Gautaum; Halman
  
  Programme with honorees from the UN Community including H. E. Ambassador Ibahim Gambari, Under-Secretary-General and the Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Africa; Dr. Kul Gautam, UNICEF’s Deputy Executive Director for Alliances and Resources, and his wife, Binata ; and Professor Talat … Read more →
- 1985 Works quietly for Peace at UN – Associated Press story – Nov 01
  
  Featured Friday, Nov. 1, among the day’s top 15 stories, received by 1,400 newspapers worldwide. Guru works quietly for peace at U.N. Link to download PDF – Grey scale scan of photocopy see also: Quiet Quest to Sow Peace – … Read more →
- Part 3-05 Honouring Countries and Cultures – Sample events 0ver time
  
  Very early PDF Draft: 3-05- Draft-10-Nov 2020-Countries-Cultures Country Related Programmes of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations. (to be updated and expanded) From time to time the meditation group offers special programs honouring and celebrating the unique offerings of … Read more →
- “Lifting Up the World …” programme honouring Presidents of UN General Assembly
  
  May 15th 2001, there was a programme at Aspiration Ground in Queens to honor Presidents of the UN General Assembly. Presidents of UNGA present at event included (L to R): H.E. Dr. Humayun Rasheed Choudhury (41st session); (Bangladesh) H.E. Dr. … Read more →
- 1982 – Meeting with President of India, Giani Zail Singh and Song Oct 30
  
  The Peace Meditation Choir at the UN performed a song for the President of India, Giani Zail Singh during his meeting with Sri Chinmoy on Oct 30 1982. MEDITATION HELD WITH PRESIDENT OF INDIA NEW YORK- The President of India, … Read more →
- Millennium Peace Concert and U Thant Award at UN, Amb. Chowdhury 1999 Nov 23
  
  U Thant Peace Award presented to H.E. Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN, at a Millennium Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy – 23 November Millennium Peace Concert HONOURING H.E. AMBASSADOR ANWARUL KARIM CHOWDHURY PERMANENT … Read more →
- 1999 Peace Walk for UN Day 22 Oct
  
  Since 1983 United Nations delegates and staff have taken a moment from their busy schedules to express their hopes for world peace by participating in the Peace Walks. During the ceremony, the Preamble to the United Nations Charter is … Read more →
- Model U.N. at Gannon College – 1977 Nov 11-12
  
  Peace Meditation Group members Kevin (Adhiratha) Keefe and Bernard (Sanatan) Curchack were guest speakers at the Twenty-fifth , Gannon College model United Nations programme in Erie, Pennsylvania held on 11 and 12 November 1977 . Gannon College holds the distinction … Read more →
- Ny Times: Many Find Message brings Peace. 1971 Nov 08
  
  Excerpts: About 100 men and women, some dressed In costumes of distant homelands, file Into the quiet chapel of the interdenominational Church Center, just across the street from the United Nations … There they meditate with and listen to Sri … Read more →
- Delegates Wives Prayer, Meditation on ocassion of Nobel Prize UN Peace-Keeping 1988 Oct 19
  
  On the occasion of the award of the Nobel Peace Prize to the United: Nations Peace-Keeping Operations Mrs. Greta Zepos Wife of the Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations warmly invites you to join other delegates’ wives in … Read more →
- Moving Meditation for UN Children’s Fund – UNICEF Info. Bulletin Issue 15, 1977
  
  A service to UNICEF field offices, national committees, volunteer workers, government officials, information centres, teachers, lecturers , editors, newscasters and writers. CONTENTS — Issue Number Fifteen 1977 UNIVERSAL CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATED AT UN HEADQUARTERS PROGRESS REPORT ON INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF … Read more →
- UN delegates & staff at Jharna-Kala Art Gallery in Manhattan: 1992 May 07
  
  Reception for UN delegates and staff at the Jharna-Kala Art Gallery in Manhattan displaying Sri Chinmoy’s “Paintings for Peace,” with UN Ambassadors and Representatives including: H.E. Ambassador Mulugeta Eteffa, Permanent Representative of Ethiopia; H.E. Ambassador Lamuel Stanislaus, Permanent Representative of … Read more →
- Swim 32, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for UN’s Year of Peace, 1987 Jan 07
  
  During 1986, four members of the Peace Meditation group, staff members of the United Nations Secretariat and UNICEF, undertook a number of “Swims for Peace” to draw attention to the United Nations International Year of Peace…. (Swimmers supporting Year of … Read more →
- Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004.
  
  A number of members of the Peace Meditation group at the United Nations were able to accompany Sri Chinmoy to Parliament of the World’s Religions in Barcelona on July 7th, 2004. Sri Chinmoy was officially invited to hold the opening … Read more →
- Interfaith Prayer Breakfast for Opening of 54th U.N. General Assembly 09 Sep 1999
  
  Programme Musical Invocation Premik Russell Tubbs Master of Ceremonies Dr. Kusumita P. Pedersen Silent Meditation All present Song for Peace The Singers of The Peace Meditation Welcome H. E. Dr. Peter Tornka Permanent Representative of Slovakia to … Read more →
- International Day of Thanksgiving, Tuesday, Nov 25, 1975
  
  In a special lunch-hour programme, Thanksgiving was celebrated with prayers, music and poetry from around the world, on Tuesday, November 25, in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. Sri Chinmoy opened the programme with a silent payer of gratitude and thanksgiving. This … Read more →
- 1986 UN Peace Relay Run : Athletic Event + Self Transcendance Award July 12 – 13
  
  NEW YORK, NY-·Twenty United Nations staff members ran a 150 mile Peace Relay on July 12-13 in honor of the 1986 International Year of Peace. The event Is one in a series 0f International relays. peace swims, solo runs, and … Read more →
- “Spirit of the UN” Award Ceremony, 2014 : Dynamics of Ethical and Spiritual Sustainability 20-24 Oct
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN participated in Week of Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns Oct 20-24 2014. This included the & 8th Annual “Spirit of the UN” Award Ceremony ’14 : Dynamics of Ethical and Spiritual Sustainability … Read more →
- Abraham Lincoln: The Emancipation Consiousness 1978 Feb 10 DETAILS
  
  10 February 1978 Conference Room 4 United Nations, New York Opening meditation and musical dedication on the esraj: Sri Chinmoy, Leader of the Peace Meditation Group at the UN Song: “All Men Are Created Equal”: The Peace Meditation Group at … Read more →
- UN General Assembly Delegates Entrance – Peace and Harmony Art Exhibit 2012 Oct 15 – 25
  
  Paintings for Peace and World Harmony – Opening of Exhibit – Speakers Archbishop Desmund Tutu (preview visit) H.E. Ambassador Abulkalam Abdul Momen, Permanent Representative of the Mission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the United Nations H.E. Ambassador Davidson … Read more →
- Quiet Quest to Sow Peace – Hartford Courent covers Concert and Peace -1985-Dec-04
  
  United Nations Assistant Secretary-General Robert Muller and Sri Chinmoy appear in main Photo in the “Hartford Courant” newspaper of Connecticut, USA 04 December 1985. The article has a number of quotations from Sri Chinmoy such as “We accept the world … Read more →
- 2001 Peace Walk for U.N.Charter Day, 26 Jun
  
  Peace Walk for United Nations Charter Day – Tuesday,26 June 2001 Since 1983 United Nations delegates and staff have taken a moment from their busy schedules to express their hopes for world peace by participating in the Peace Walks. During … Read more →
- Astana, Kazakhstan – Questions with Davidson Hepburn – 26 July 2012
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations were able to travel to Kazakhstan in 2012 to be on hand for a number of events including: Welcoming the: “World Harmony and Peace Run. An International Torch Relay Run … Read more →
- 1986 Peace Walk for UN Gen. Assembly: Day of Peace, Prayer Breakfast 16 Sep
  
  Sri Chinmoy meditated with participants at the Interfaith Prayer Breakfast held for United Nations diplomats and staff members on Sept. 16 to commemorate the opening of the General Assembly. Earlier that morning there was a seven-mile peace walk through Manhattan. … Read more →
- World Family Day – Connecticut for UN Family 1984 May 27 + July
  
  WELCOME~ UNITED NATIONS DELEGATES, WIVES, and CHILDREN TO WORLD FAMILY DAY! Come to the beautiful countryside of Connecticut for an afternoon of fun and joy at the Old Greenwich Civic Center, from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 27. … Read more →
- Tribute to Olympic and human rights champion, Jesse Owens 1980 Apr 22
  
  JESSE OWENS HONOURED AT THE UNITED NATIONS On 22 April 1980 Ambassadors from four countries, civil rights leader Bayard Rustin and Olympic medalist Herb Douglas met at the United Nations Headquarters in New York to honour the spirit and accomplishments … Read more →
- Eleventh Anniversary of Peace Meditations at the United Nations, 1981 Apr 14
  
  Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the U.N. marked its 11th year of existence at the United Nations in a programme held 14 April 1981 in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United Nations. Toward the end of … Read more →
- 1976 – 1986 Activities for Peace, Harmony and UN Lofty Goals
  
  Prologue 1976 – 1986 Activities for Peace, Harmony and the International Community’s Highest Goals History Continuity – early national and regional runs: Since the mid 1970’s Sri Chinmoy encouraged national and regional runs in support of the highest ideals of … Read more →
- PEACE RUN to UN Geneva and NY, NEWS 2001 jun 30
  
  PEACE RUN NEWSLETTER OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE SRI CHINMOY ONENESS HOME PEACE RUN > ISSUE 1 • JUNE 2001 this issue has some photos or mention of : UN: Geneva and New York and a sampling of events from many … Read more →
- 1992 Peace Walk For UN Charter Day Jun 26
  
  Tuesday, 26 June 1992, United Nations Garden YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO WALK FOR YOUR COUNTRY (see schedule) • In a silent, nation by nation relay walk around an area of the North Garden. • The Preamble to the United … Read more →
- Interfaith Celebration Commitment to Work of UN, 54th General Assembly 16 Sep 1999
  
  Sri Chinmoy offered a moment of silence at an Interfaith Celebration of Commitment to the Work of the UN, marking the opening of the 54th Session of the UN General Assembly, with guests of honour Secretary-General Kofi Annan and GA … Read more →