Historical Repository for Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations - Archive

Honouring individuals

Tributes and Expressions of appreciation
- Martin Luther King: Humanity’s Aspiration-Hero – Full text at UN 1977
  
  A programme recalling the universal vision and inspired leadership of the late Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 29 November 1977 – Conference Room 4, United Nations, New York The Full text is included in this special issue of “Meditation … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (b) Meditation at UN 25th, Statements by Secretaries-General
  
  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 (b) Statements by the Secretaries-General. * * * * * * * * … 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 →
- Prayer Meeting for Iranian Crisis on International Thanksgiving Day 1979 Nov 16
  
  There was a special “Prayer Meeting for the Iranian Crisis*” during the International Day of Thanksgiving planned for 16 November 1979, at U.N. Headquarters. The Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations has held special commemorative programmes which have drawn … Read more →
- Fiftieth Birthday Salute for Sri Chinmoy 1981 Aug 20 by UN Community – Article
  
  On 20 August 1981 the meditation group observed the fiftieth birthday of Sri Chinmoy in a special ceremony in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United Nations. Guest speakers were: Mr. Donald Keys, Planetary Citizens; Mr. Rafael Rubin, … Read more →
- Meditation For Dag Hammarskjold -17 September 1976
  
  On 17 September 1976, the anniversary of Dag Hammarskjold’s death, the members of the United Nations Meditation Group gathered for a few minutes of silence in the Meditation Room of the United Nations. Afterwards Sri Chinmoy spoke about the experience. … Read more →
- Community appreciates (Meditation Group member): muggers’ Nemesis, NY Daily News, 1981 Dec 27
  
  FACES & PLACES Gentle giant becomes a nemesis of muggers Below find article in the NY daily news and the remarks by recipient of commendation from local community association. link to pdf – Grey scale scan of photocopy … Read more →
- Tenth Anniversary Celebrations: Meditation at the UN 1980 April 14
  
  The meditation group celebrated its tenth year of inner and outer service to the United Nations community on 14 April 1980 with a programme of music and meditation) followed by an anniversary luncheon. At the first ceremony, held in the … 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 →
- Photos from: U Thant: Divinity’s Smile and Humanity’s Cry – Programme 21 Jan 1977
  
  A programme of music and speech in tribute to the late Secretary-General U Thant took place 21 January in the ECOSOC Chamber, the day before what would have been his 68th birthday. see main post at: divinitys-smile-and-humanitys-cry-programme-of-music-and-speech/ Gallery 01 of … Read more →
- Red Cross Programme Dec 1978 – Details to be confirmed
  
  Below is a gallery of Photos related to a dinner in NYC? that Sri Chinmoy attended with members of the Peace Meditation at the UN Dec Check report in Anahata Nada from 1978 – 1979
- 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 →
- Dr. Ananda Guruge: On a Portal to Wisdom of Sri Chinmoy 2000
  
  Dr. Ananda W. P. Guruge became very familiar with Sri Chinmoy and many members of the Peace Mediation Group at the United Nations. A proponent of interfaith harmony and a spiritual approach to peace, he especially appreciated the wisdom of … Read more →
- Interview between SG U Thant and Sri Chinmoy 1972-feb-29
  
  [The Secretary-General and Sri Chinmoy greeted each other with folded hands at the door of the room where the interview was to take place, and then U Thant invited Sri Chinmoy to come in.] U Thant: Sri Chinmoy, please come … Read more →
- Honour of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 29 oct 1982
  
  text to be added when available Ar Chinmoy Reads Tribute on Gandhi for his Birthday. Mr. Moberly Rajendran, Senior Advisor, of Progrmme Planning and Development for UNICEF. check for peace med report, notes , anahata nada etc.
- Possible photos Sanatan test 31 dec 1900
  
  links: Highlight Art Exhibits or related Programmes England to France Channel Swim for 40th Anniversary of UN 1985
- Tribute to 29th UN General Assembly and Dag Hammarskjold: 1974 Sep 17
  
  The General Assembly On Tuesday, 17 September 1974, the Meditation Group at the United Nations held a special meeting at which Sri Chinmoy paid tribute to the two significant events which marked the day: the opening of the twenty-ninth session … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (d) Meditation at UN 25,Statements recipients of U Thant Peace Award
  
  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 (d) Statements by recipients the U Thant Peace Award * * * * … Read more →
- BOOKLET: Meditation Group Commemorating 10 Yrs Service UN Community 1980 Apr 14
  
  INTRODUCTION This commemorative booklet records many impressions and reflections on the service of Sri Chinmoy and the Meditation Group at the United Nations, of U.N. Secretariat officials, Ambassadors and Representatives of Member States, and associates and friends of the U. … Read more →
- Meditation at UN Dedicated to U Thant, Nov 1974 (F) Interview: U Thant and Sri Chinmoy
  
  Periodic Bulletin of Meditation Group at UN, Nov 1974 Issue Dedicated to U Thant This is Part (F) Interview Between U Thant and Sri Chinmoy U Thant receives flowers from Sri Chinmoy during their first meeting, which took place on … Read more →
- Leonard Bernstein and Sri Chinmoy
  
  On 21 March 1979 the master composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein invited Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group Choir to his apartment in New York City for an exchange of philosophy and music. The Choir performed a song … Read more →
- Seven poems Vijaya selected and songs – Celebration Vijaya (Catherine) Claxton Life
  
  Selected Poems by Sri Chinmoy Following are seven of the 75 poems by Sri Chinmoy that Vijaya selected as her favourites. These 75 poems were displayed on her support boat to inspire Vijaya during her victorious Channel swim. Daring enthusiasm … Read more →
- Sri Chnmoy’s Followers at UNICEF – Staff News, Aug-Sep 1983
  
  Some forty odd people gathered in Conference Room B at the UN. Among them were women, conspicuous in pale flowered-print sarees and men, practically indistinguishable from the others, but whose faces are probably more earnest and whose hair is closer-cropped. … Read more →
- Farewell: Dr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Ambassador of India to U.S.A., 1996 Feb 13
  
  A number of members so the Peace Meditation Group at the UN. Participated in the Farewell reception for H.E. Dr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Ambassador of India to the United States , attended by Mr. Vladimir Petrovsky, Ambassador Karel Kovanda of … Read more →
- Panamanian Vice President with Peace Meditation at U. N. 12 July 1983
  
  (add Photo) Sri Chinmoy offered to Dr. Illueca the Peace Meditation Group’s deepest gratitude and daily prayer for his continuous success and progress. The Panamanian Vice President meditated with the group at United Nations headquarters on 12 July 1983. ======================================== … Read more →
- Additional Text from U Thant – Programme speech 21 Jan 1977
  
  Excerpt from “Meditation at the United Nations” covering U Thant: Divinity’s Smile and Humanity’s Cry – Programme 21 Jan 1977 excerpt PDF Excerpt-from-bu-scpmaun-1977-01-27-vol-05-n-01-jan-pp25-42 Gallery: Page Images of report Excerpted from Jan 1977 issue of Meditation a the UN page 23 … Read more →
- Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979
  
  On 12 January 1979 Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations honoured former United States President and founder of the League of Nations, Woodrow Wilson, in a commemorative programme in the Dag Hammarskjold auditorium . The programme included: … 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 →
- Tributes UN: World-Oneness-Promise-Sun Peace Meditations, 2005 April, 35th Anniversary of Peace Meditation
  
  United Nations: The Infallible World-Oneness-Promise-Sun Tributes on the Occasion of the 35th Anniversary of Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations 1970 – 2005 Forward: This collection of statements and tributes from members of the United Nations community … Read more →
- Hans Janitscheck, President UNSRC Society of Writers, 1994 Nov 24
  
  Dinner for Mr. Hans Janitscheck, President of the UNSRC Society of Writers, on the occasion of his birthday and his retirement; also attended by his son, Stefan – 28 November 1994 additional photos and text to be added as available … 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 →
- Dedication to UN and Secretary-General’s Office 01 Oct 1976
  
  On 1 October 1976 the Meditation Group at the UN sponsored a panel discussion exploring the role of the United Nations Secretary-General. Sri Chinmoy, Leader of the Meditation Group, opened the session, held in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium, and also … 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 →
- Theatrical Performances: Plays on Lives of Spiritual figures from different religious traditions.
  
  The leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations , Sri Chinmoy, has been involved with many events supportive of Peace and world harmony, including interfaith initiatives.. He has received encouragement from representatives of many faiths for his leadership … Read more →
- Reception at Jharna-Kala Gallery 26- DETAILS + PHOTOS
  
  U.N. EVENING AT THE JHARNA-KALA GALLERY On 26 September 1977 the Meditation Group at the United Nations hosted a concert and dinner for U. N. delegates and staff at the colourful Jharna-Kala Gallery exhibiting Sri Chinmoy’s paintings in the heart … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (a) Meditation at UN 25th Anniv, CONTENTS 1995 Tributes
  
  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. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * … Read more →
- Amb. A. Nazareth’s International Day of Non Violence Lecture at UN, NY Oct 2nd,2012
  
  Ambassador Hardeep Singh Puri Permanent Representative of India to the UN cordially invites Ms. Nilima Silver for an event to commemorate the “International Day of Non-Violence” on Tuesday, 2nd October 2012 at 1100 hrs at the ECOSOC Chamber, NLB, United … Read more →
- Secretary General meets Sri Chinmoy and Meditation Group. 1983 Jan 13
  
  Sri Chinmoy meditates with Javier Perez de Cuellar A MEETING OF IDEAS- – Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar met with Sri Chinmoy and members of the Meditation Group on 13 January 1983. Excerpts from the remarks of the Secretary-General … Read more →
- Fred Lebow – A celebration of his life (b) Programme and Statements
  
  This is part: (b) Programme and Statements – – in Honour and Celebration of the Life of Fred Lebow . 1 (UN 18 Oct 1994) For over 25 years Fred Lebow was an international figure in the running world who … Read more →
- Dedication at Remembrance Service for Martin L. King, Jr. 1993 Apr 04
  
  Sri Chinmoy offered the opening dedication at a memorial service for Martin Luther King for the UN community – 4 April 1993 “King : Still Chasing the Dream” SPECIAL REMEMBRANCE SERVICE FOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. O leader supreme, … Read more →
- Fred Lebow – A celebration of his life (d) A Special Friendship – Stories, photos – and correspondence between Sri Chinmoy and Fed Lebow
  
  This is part: (d) A Special Friendship – Stories, photos – and correspondence between Sri Chinmoy and Fed Lebow – in Honour and Celebration of the Life of Fred Lebow (UN 18 Oct 1994) * * * * * * … 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 →
- 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 →
- Peace Concert 50th Anniv UN & upcoming UNICEF 20 Nov 1995
  
  Peace Concert by Sri Chinmoy and luncheon for UNICEF staff held in the Labouisse Hall of UNICEF House in honour of the 50th anniversary of the UN and the upcoming 50th anniversary of UNICEF – 20 November to get better … Read more →
- Einstein Centennial Commemoration at Princeton University 1979 Mar 18
  
  ALBERT EINSTEIN: SCIENTIST-SAGE In March of 1979 friends and colleagues of Albert Einstein joined Sri Chinmoy: the Peace Meditation at the United Nations in observing the scientist’s centennial in two commemorative programmes . At the first, held … Read more →
- Meet Foreign Minister India, Narasimha Rao 1980 Oct 03
  
  MEETING WITH INDIAN FOREIGN MINISTER NARASIMHA RAO On 3 October 1980, India’s Foreign Minister Mr. Narasimha Rao addressed the General Assembly on the subject of world peace. Immediately after- wards, the Foreign Minister left the General Assembly and went to … Read more →
- A commemorative ceremony in honour of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 02 Oct 1987
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation at the UN Participated in a commemorative march and ceremony in honour of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 02 Oct 1987. More text and photos to be available:
- Country Representatives Meetings with Sri Chinmoy 1990 – 1995
  
  A number of meetings with Country Representatives are detailed at this site: Here are three that would require more detail when available: Check other publications for the dates or locations, for example Anahata Nada Yearly list of events 1995 May … Read more →
- Ambassador Rossides of Cyprus Birthday 1982 Feb 19
  
  text to be added as available.
- Perform “Siddhartha Becomes the Buddha” for U Thant 25 May 1973
  
  Old Mill Farm, Harrison, N. Y.; May 25.1973 On the evening of May 25, 1973, former Secretary-General U Thant attended the first performance of Siddhartha Becomes the Buddha, a seies of one-act plays based on incidents in the life of … Read more →

Lift World - Oneness - Heart
- 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 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 →
- “Lifting up World with Oneness Heart” Award for Nigel Fisher, AS-G, EXD of UNOPS, 2003 Nov
  
  Draft: Add photos and other text from event – confirm date with AB Introduction of Nigel Fisher, Executive Director of UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and Assistant Secretary General 18 Nov 2003, I am honoured to be able to … Read more →
- 1988 Peace Walk for UN Day & 7 Minutes Silence of Peace Oct 20, 21, 24
  
  Download PDF: 1988-10-oct-24-un-day 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-intro-script 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-intro-script 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-program-script-includes-for-lfts (very early draft) 1988-10-oct-24-un-day-extra-invite-note-to-ambassadors Click on image below for larger or different resolution photo – Image: Introductions to Related events: Sample from `1988: Peace Walk for UN Day, Seven Minutes of Silence, Lifting … 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 →
- 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 →
- Lift up the World: Jorge Illueca of Panama Honoured near UNICEF Building. 21 Jul 1989
  
  Former Foreign Minister and President Panama and President of the 38th UN General Assembly honored with Lifting Up the World Award in the Plaza Garden adjacent to UNICEF House in NY 21 July 1989> Sri Chinmoy and Dr. Illueca supported … Read more →
- Gov Hernandez Colon and Sri Chinmoy on Going 1974 – 2007
  
  test photo Gov Hernandez Colon of Puerto Rico, had an ongoing and mutually appreciative friendship since their first meeting 12 June 1974. Below are some Examples of their meetings photos and text from four decades To be further refined and … Read more →
- “Lifting up World with Oneness Heart” Award for Mary Robinson of Ireland and UN, 2004 Oct 30
  
  IRISH LEADER GOES UP AND AWAY Sri Chinmoy lifted Mary Robinson, the former President of Ireland, on Oct. 30 at Aspiration-Ground. Robinson, who recently served as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, said she was “very humbled and indeed … Read more →
- Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart 11 Aug 2001
  
  Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” programme with honorees including Mr. George Weah, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and legendary African soccer player; and H.E. Ambassador Jean-Paul Laotegguelnodji, Permanent Representative of Chad to the UN, and his wife, Grace – 11 … Read more →
- PEACE LIFTS – at UNICEF House, World with a Oneness Heart more PHOTOS -1988 sep 20
  
  This post and Gallery below have More Photos from the Sept 1988 activity held in the park that is next to UNICEF House in NY. For initial report of event and some photos see also: PEACE LIFTS – James Grant, … 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 →
- PEACE LIFTS – James Grant, EXD UNICEF, World with a Oneness Heart SUMMARY – 1988 sep 20
  
  “Now that peace is breaking out everywhere, we have to help push it up,” said James Grant, Executive Director of UNICEF, before he was physically lifted on a special apparatus by Sri Chinmoy, leader of the Peace Meditation at the … Read more →
- World Harmony Concert at UNESCO Hq, Mar 28, 2006
  
  UNESCO CONCERT HELD PARIS – Sri Chinmoy offered a World Harmony concert at UNESCO headquartcrs here on March 28, which was sponsored by the Canadian Ambassador to UNESCO. Before the program, the spiritual teacher lifted UNESCO Ambassadors from eight countries, … 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 →
- Mark Malloch Brown and Sri Chinmoy 2001 to 2007
  
  Mark Mulloch Brown 21 Nov 2005 : Sri Chinmoy with Mark Mulloch Brown, then Chef de Cabinet of the UN Secretary-General, at “Lifting up the World with a Oneness- Heart” Ceremony at the UN Millennium Hotel in Manhattan. On … 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 →
- UN Safety and Security Honored 10 May 2005
  
  Photos and text to be added as available see song below Song composed and performed for an event honouring UN Safety and Security officers on 10 May 2005. Sri Chinmoy lifted the officers overhead on an honoary platform as part … Read more →
- Amb. Davidson Hepburn – Lifting Up the World Programme 2003 April 21
  
  On 21 April 2003, Ambassador Davidson Hepburn of the Bahamas was Lifted by Sri Chinmoy at Aspiration Ground Garden in Queens New York. Ambassador Hepburn has been a friend of Sri Chinmoy and the Peace Meditation Group at the United … Read more →
- Ambassador Srgjan Kerim, (now North Macedonia) to UN, “Lifting Up World” Award 28 July 2001
  
  Ambassador Srgjan Kerim, Permanent Representative of the Republic [NS1] of Macedonia (now North Macedonia) to the UN, receives the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award at Aspiration-Ground meditation garden in Queens on 28 July 2001. Later he served … 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 →
- Lifting Up the World-Award to Prince Dipokusumo, Princess Febri in Indonesia 17 Jan 2004
  
  Sri Chinmoy offers the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award to Prince Dipokusumo and his wife, Princess Febri, at a function in Bali, Indonesia, on 17 January 2004
- 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 →
- Yoko Ono Lifting up the World Award 30 March 2004
  
  2004-03-30mar-yoko-ono-lift-up-world-award-aspire-ground-crp-2.jpg 127 KB Sri Chinmoy Lifted Yoko Ono and Presented the Lifting Up the World with Oneness Heart Award 30 March 2004 at Aspiration Ground.. Addwitiya Roberta Flack , who was also present performed John Lennon’s song “Imagine” for the … Read more →
- Jenny Craig – Lifting Up the World 2004 – Mar 16
  
  Some members of the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N. were on hand to greet, Weight Loss Advocate, Inspiration speaker and Philanthropist Jenny Craig. She received the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award from Sri Chinmoy. in … Read more →
- Lifting Up World Award Uma Shankar Mishra 23 Aug 2003
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation group at the UN were present for a “Lifting up the World with a Oneness Heart ” Programme, 23 August 2003 at Aspiration Ground in Queens NY, (form left: Vijay Shankar Mishra, Sri Chinmoy, Uma … Read more →
- USG Shashi Tharoor, Lifting Up the World 2004 – Apr 07
  
  Shashi Tharoor, United Nations Under-Secretary General for Communications and Public Information received the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” Award from Sri Chinmoy. Some members of the Peace Meditation Group at the U.N. were on hand, For the presentation … 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 →

U Thant Peace Award
- U Thant Peace Award – Recipients List 1982 – 2001
  
  Since 1982, Sri Chinmoy has presented the U Thant Peace Award on behalf of Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations to individuals and organizations who, in exemplifying the lofty spiritual ideals of he late UN Secretary General,have … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award – Presentation to Pir Vilayat Khan – Sufi Leader – 1991 Apr
  
  On 5 April 1991, Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan, Head of the Sufi Order in the West, received the U Thant Peace Award in recognition of his efforts to bring about peace, harmony and religious understanding among all peoples. Following are … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award – quotes from recipients
  
  The U Thant Peace Award is a symbolic presentation by Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United Nations to acknowledge, appreciate and admire distinguished accomplishments toward the attainment of world peace. The award was named for the late Secretary-General … 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- NBC’s Russel Barber: U Thant Peace Award 1986 Nov 06
  
  The 1986 U Thant Peace Award was presented Nov. 6 to Russell Barber, producer and host of a local television show on world spirituality and religion. “In you we see and feel at every moment a oneness-heart and a oneness- … 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- U Thant and Peace meditation (summary)
  
  Shared Spiritual values, Oneness, Acceptance see also: http://www.peacemeditationatun.org/u-thant-and-sri-chinmoy/ U Thant and Sri Chinmoy U Thant Island U Thant Peace Award Partial List of Recipients Shared Spiritual values, Oneness, Acceptance U Thant Passing Programme celebrating Life of U Thant Issue of … 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 →
- U Thant Peace Award to Carl Lewis, 1997 May 07
  
  Sudhahota Carl Lewis, UN Food and Agriculture Organization Goodwill Ambassador and “Olympian of the Century,” holds the U Thant Peace Award trophy presented to him by Sri Chinmoy on 7 May 1997, at an event held at Sudhahota’s home in … 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 →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (c) Professor de Marco previous statements
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: Including recitations at programe of excerpted statements of Professor de Marco. The cooperation of mind and heart towards an integral life of Oneness In … Read more →
- 1994 U Thant Peace Award to James Grant, Exd. UNICEF. Sep 20 – SUMMARY
  
  Mr. James Grant, Executive Director of UNICEF, receives the U Thant Peace Award from Sri Chinmoy as United Nations delegates and prayer leaders of various faiths look on. The presentation took place at an Interfaith Prayer Breakfast held at UNICEF … Read more →
- U Thant Award to L.M. Singhvi, India High Commissioner to UK-1995 May 13
  
  U Thant Award to Laxmi Mail Singhvi, High commissioner for India to the United Kingdom -1995 May 13 more details and photos to be added Download : PDF and Word Doc format U-Thant Award Dr L M Singhvi-Post-at-globalschoolsnews.org U-Thant … 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 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 →
- U Thant Peace Award to Ambassador Zenon Rossides of Cyprus 1982 Oct 7
  
  7 October 1982 -U Thant Peace Award presented to Ambassador Zenon Rossides of Cyprus Information to be collected from Meditation at the UN Bulletin A Moments Peace Anahata Nada Press Samples: … 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 →
- 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 →
- Kofi Annan: Cynosure-Eyes -Book by Sri Chinmoy 2002
  
  Kofi Annan: cynosure-eyes by Sri Chinmoy see: https://www.srichinmoylibrary.com/ka printed by Agni Press 2002 Part I – prayerful and soulful aphorisms “The following 64 prayerful and soulful aphorisms I have written on the most auspicious occasion of our … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award 1991 (d) Background – Previous Recipients
  
  Main post is: U Thant Peace Award, 28 September 1991 – Overview This contains further Details: About the U Thant Peace Award: The U Thant Peace Award is a symbolic presentation by Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation at the United … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award Presented to Dr. Ananda W.P. Guruge, Japan – 3 Jan 1997
  
  Introduction and Presentation of Award by Sri Chinmoy: Quote of Ananda Guruge Award Background and some Previous recipients Sri Chinmoy offers the U Thant Peace Award to Ambassador Ananda Guruge, former Senior Special Adviser to the Director-General of UNESCO and … Read more →
- Uthant Island-before Award Ceremony – photos 19 Mar 1985
  
  Some additional Photos taken before the program on 19 March 1985 see also separate post of full program Gallery:
- 1994 U Thant Peace Award to James Grant, (Intro DETAILS) Exd. UNICEF. Sep 20
  
  UNICEF LEADER GIVEN U THANT PEACE AWARD NEW YORK – SEE ALSO: 1994 U Thant Peace Award to James Grant, Exd. UNICEF. Sep 20 – SUMMARY: James P. Grant, executive director of UNICEF, received ‘ the U Thant Peace Award … 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 →
- Mark Malloch Brown and Sri Chinmoy 2001 to 2007
  
  Mark Mulloch Brown 21 Nov 2005 : Sri Chinmoy with Mark Mulloch Brown, then Chef de Cabinet of the UN Secretary-General, at “Lifting up the World with a Oneness- Heart” Ceremony at the UN Millennium Hotel in Manhattan. On … 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 →
- U Thant Peace Award to Mr. C.V. Narasimhan, U.N. – 10 Sep 1996
  
  The U Thant Peace Award is presented to C. V. Narashnhan Illustrious son of Mother India Vision-heart and mission-life-embodiment of the United Nations from its highest height to its farthest length U Thant’s trusted confidant U Thant’s illumined adviser U … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award to UN Under-Secretary-General Ibrahim Gambari, UN Penthouse 3 July 2007.
  
  Sri Chinmoy presents the U Thant Peace Award to UN Under-Secretary-General Ibrahim Gambari, in a ceremony held in the UN Dag Hammarskjold Library Penthouse on 3 July 2007. More text to be added gallery:
- 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 →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to Maurice F. Strong 02 May 1996
  
  The U Thant Peace Award is presented to The Honourable Maurice F. Strong Impossibility-dreamer and indomitability-doer Builder of world-oneness among humanity’s striving peoples and their all-giving Earth-home for his: – Flaming lifelong commitment to the soaring ideals of the United … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award presented to Mr. Ted Turner 6 Oct 1999,
  
  Ted Turner, Chairman of the Board, United Nations Foundation, receives the U Thant Peace Award on 6 October 1999 at a ceremony held at UN Headquarters. Text and photos to add when available U Thant Peace Award presented to Mr. … Read more →
- Subramuniya Swami receives U thant Peace Award 2000 Aug 25
  
  Sivaya Subramuniyaswami was presented the U Thant Peace Award by Sri Chinmoy on August 25, 2000, in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium at the United Nations in New York. Subramuniyaswami was in New York as a Hindu delegate to the Millennium … Read more →
- Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (d) Meditation at UN 25,Statements recipients of U Thant Peace Award
  
  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 (d) Statements by recipients the U Thant Peace Award * * * * … Read more →
- Jane Goodall “Lifting Up the World” Award18 April 2003
  
  Jane Goodall, UN Messenger of Peace and renowned primatologist, receives the “Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” award on 18 April 2003 at Aspiration-Ground meditation garden in Queens. NOTED PRIMATOLOGIST GIVEN A LIFT Jamaica, NY- The renowned animal researcher … Read more →
- U Thant Peace Award – United Nations Development Programme UNDP -1985 March 19
  
  U THANT PEACE AWARD GIVEN to• The United Nations Development Programme, for its sustained practical commitment to world progress through integral development and its dedication to the fulfilment of each nation’s unique potentialities. The leader of The Peace Meditation at … Read more →
- Javier Perez de CuelIar 5th UN Secretary-General Receives U Thant Peace award – 2005 May 26th
  
  “Sri Chinmoy, you are the heart of the United Nations.” Javier Perez de CuelIar Fifth Secretary-General of the United Nations Paris, France – May 26th, 2005 UN Leader receives the U Thant Peace Award Former UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de … Read more →
- Ambassador Alan Nazareth of India U Thant Peace Award 9 Oct 2007
  
  Sri Chinmoy presents Ambassador Alan Nazareth of India (retired) and author and lecturer on Mahatma Gandhi, with the U Thant Peace Award on 9 October 2007 at Aspiration-Ground meditation garden in Queens. More Text and photos to be added.
- Part 3-06U U Thant Peace Award – an overview
  
  An award presented by Sri Chinmoy: The Peace Meditation At the United Nations to individuals …..who (to update with definition) e.g worked to bring people together…. together. Ambassador Zennon Rossides of Cyprus, UNDP, President Illueca, Executive Director James Grant of UNICEF; Dr Barber,….a Continue reading → Read more →
- U Thant Island: Compassion-Home (overview – examples)
  
  In 1977, the small island visible from the UN offices was renamed U Thant Island. Continue reading → Read more →

Other Awards, Citations, Presentations
- Secretary-General Perez de Cuellar receives Sri Chinmoy’s book 1989 Dec 06
  
  U. N. Secretary-General Perez de Cuellar receives a book containing Sri Chinmoy’s comments on the U.N. leader’s writings on world peace and oneness. Sri Chinmoy presented him with the book Dec. 6 following a UNESCO meeting at the UN Headquarters … Read more →
- Houston Chronicle: Coretta Scott King and Sri Chinmoy share Harmony Award 1994 Oct 30
  
  “Newsmakers – Tribute to peace” photo of Coretta Scott King and Sri Chinmoy at award ceremony. Tribute to peace Civil rights activist Coretta Scott King, left, and New York resident Sri Chinmoy share a moment · together after they received … Read more →
- Concert for Peace 1983 Jun 27
  
  A special concert took place on Monday, 21 June. The concert featured Sri Chinmoy performing original compositions on the flute, Indian esraj and harmonium. As well, members of the Meditation Group will presented vocal and instrumental ensembles. The concert was … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day – 1977, Sep 21 in NYC – DETAILS and PHOTOS
  
  OFFICIAL WORLD GRATITUDE DAY AWARD CEREMONIES World Gratitude Day, New York Headquarters 21 September 1977 Below are Mrs. Lemle’s remarks when presenting the official award to Sri Chinmoy, and Sri Chinmoy’s reply. SEE Also World Gratitude Day -1977, Sep 12 … 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 →
- 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 →
- Salute Sri Chinmoy 1981 Aug PHOTOS – Panama National Decoration
  
  On 20 August 1981 the meditation group observed the fiftieth birthday of Sri Chinmoy in a special ceremony in the Chapel of the Church Center for the United Nations. For main text report and some photo-images of event SEE: Birthday … Read more →
- Book – All can be done
  
  The leader of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations, SriChinmoy resided in the Sri Aurobindo Community in India for 20 years before he came to the West in 1964. In 1997 in Honour of Sri Aurobindo he set lines … Read more →
- Sri Chinmoy and Nelson Mandela, United Nations — 22 June 1990
  
  Sri Chinmoy and Nelson Mandela, United Nations — 22 June 1990 after Nelson Mandela addressed the UN General Assembly The first meeting between Nelson Mandela and Sri Chinmoy occurred at the United Nations in June 1990, soon after Mr. Mandela’s … Read more →
- 1987 Self Transcendence Award : April 01
  
  Jack Keefe, 71, was awarded the Sri Chinmoy Self- Transcendence Award April 1. The Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence Award is given individuals who in their own lives overcame great obstacles to improve and perfect themselves and society and thus inspire others … Read more →
- Sri Chinmoy receives Nehru Medallion from UNESCO
  
  as reported in Anahata Nada Apr – Jul 2005 issue “UNESCO GIVES GURU NEHRU MEDALLION PARIS – UNESCO awarded Sri Chinmoy its Nehru Medallion on May 16 in recognition of his contributions toward world peace. Other recipients of the … Read more →
- Pope Francis Holds the Peace Torch -2016 Oct 12
  
  Pope Francis blesses the Peace Torch held by the Executive Director of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, Salil Wilson, as part of the audience in St. Peter’s Square on 12 October 2016. Pope Francis blessed and held aloft the … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day -1977, Sep 12 at UN – DETAILS and PHOTOS
  
  The Meditation Group at the United nations celebrated World Gratitude Day twice in 1977 one on 12 September in a special programme in the United Nations Secretariat for delegates and staff; and again on 21 September 1977 in World Gratitude … Read more →
- Peace Concert and Citation from interfaith “Pluralism Project”, Harvard 2000 Sept 10
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations attended a Peace Concert and citation presentation at Harvard University 10 Sept 2000 PEACE CONCERT OFFERED AT HARVARD Sri Chinmoy gave a Peace Concert Sept. 10 at Harvard University. After … Read more →
- Culture Light Award to Aye Aye Thant (Daughter S-G U Thant) 2017 Oct 10
  
  Many members of the Peace Meditation attended the Presentation of the Sri Chinmoy Culture Light Award to Aye Aye Thant (Daughter for Former Secretary-General U Thant) 10 Oct 2017. The event was held at 7:30 at Aspiration Ground Meditation Garden … Read more →
- 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 →
- IISD Award Ceremony: Singers Perform 17 Nov 2017
  
  under construction: The members of the Peace Meditation at the UN were invited to participate in : The Institute of International Social Development 2017 Annual Award Ceremony – 21st Anniversary on Thursday, 17 November 2017 , 1-3pm at Tillman Chapel, … Read more →
- Secretary-General Kofi Annan appreciates Sri Chinmoy’s 30 years dediction to UN, 2000 Sep 22
  
  The Secretary-General’s message to Sri Chinmoy: THE SECRETARY-GENERAL 22 September 2000 Dear Sri Chinmoy, I am pleased to join the many friends and well-wishers from around the world who have conveyed to you their birthday greetings as you enter your … Read more →
- Essay Award to Meditation Group member from Holy See Mission to the UN, Jan 1977
  
  .At a January Meeting of the Peace Meditation group at the UN, Sri Chinmoy who leads the regular meditation requested an announcement be made of some details to all those present that a member of the group, Joseph La Galia … Read more →
- International Association of Educators for World Peace and Award Presentation
  
  On 22 February 1991 , Professor Charles Mercieca , Founder and Executive Vice-President of the International Association of Educators for World Peace, was the guest speaker at a meeting of the Peace Meditation at the United Nations. After explaining the … Read more →
- Silver Jubilee – Sri Chinmoy 1964 – 1989 April 21
  
  The members of the Peace Meditation Group were honoured to attend and / or participate in the activites associated with the celebration Sri Chinmoy’s 25 years of service See details below of celebration on 21 April 1989 Photos and more … Read more →
- Coretta Scott King and Sri Chinmoy share Harmony Award 1994 Oct 28 in NY
  
  On October 28th, 1994 both Sri Chinmoy and Mrs. King were honoured with the Gandhi Award by the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, USA. Both were praised for their contributions to peace in our world. The presentation took place in New York. … Read more →
- 1991 World Peace University Presents Global Citizen Humanitarian Award
  
  The World Peace University presented Sri Chinmoy with its Global Citizen Humanitarian Award at its second annual banquet and symposium entitled “Peace and the Planet: Our Challenge of the ’90s,” held 15 March 1991 in Eugene, Oregon. Also honoured with … Read more →
- “Spirit of the United Nations” Awards-Meditation Choir performs 2012 Oct 22
  
  Click Below to play: UN With you began [jwplayer mediaid=”695″] Click Below to play “My Lord’s Sun-Vision plan [jwplayer mediaid=”693”] The Spirit of the UN: Riding the Waves of Change. Energy for All Week of Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns … Read more →
- List of NGO’s 3rd floor display 19 April 1977
  
  After meditation Meeting Sri shinmoy went with some of the Meditation Group Members to see the Display on the 3rd Floor of the UN Conference Building. This Display listed many of the International Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO.s) which are represented at … Read more →
- Albert Einstein Medal for Peace – 1991 March 22
  
  On 22 March 1991, Dr. Marcel Dingli – Attard – Inguanez, Founder and President of the Albert Einstein International Academy Foundation, presented Sri Chinmoy with the Albert Einstein Medal for Peace and an Honorary Degree in Literature and Peace Sciences … Read more →
- One-Mile Fun Runs For UN Community 1981 Oct 2 , 4
  
  The second series of one-mile fun runs sponsored by the peace meditation group for members of the United Nations community was held on 2 and 4 October 1981. A race for the Security and Safety Service was held on Friday, … Read more →
- Tribute to Johann Sebastian Bach, 1979 May 22
  
  On 22 May 1979 the Peace Meditation group at the UN had the honour to present a programme in tribute to the composer Johann Sebastian Bach, with guest speakers Miss Rosalyn Tureck and Professor Howard H. Cox. Miss Tureck, the … Read more →
- Presentation to President Mikhail Gorbachev – Book – “Master-Key of the Universal Heart”
  
  Sri Chinmoy presents USSR President Mikhail Gorbachev with a book of poems and aphorisms which he wrote entitled “Gorbachev: The Master-Key of the Universal Heart,” while French President Francois Mitterrand looks on. The presentation took place on 17 July 1991 … Read more →
- One Mile Fun run for U.N. Community 1982 Jun 11, 13
  
  ONE-MILE FUN RUNS AT THE UNITED NATIONS The spring edition of the one-mile fun runs at the United Nations was off to a roaring start-and finish – with close to eighty delegates and Secretariat, mission, and non-governmental organization staff members … Read more →
- Human Rights Day Observed – UN-GA Pres Honoured 10 Dec 1979
  
  HUMAN RIGHTS DAY OBSERVANCE: A special programme was held at United Nations Headquarters commemorating Human Rights Day. This 10 December event brought together the President of the General Assembly with representatives of Egypt, Israel and the United States. Because of … 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 →
- Leader of Peace Meditations receives medal for 40th UN Anniversary 1985 Nov 26
  
  UNITED Nations – Assistant U.N. Secretary-General Robert Muller came to a Peace Meditation meeting Nov. 26 to present Sri Chinmoy with a medal commemorating the United Nations’ 40th anniversary. Muller said he wanted to thank the Master “for everything you … 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 →
- Celebration of Meditation Group Member, Nilima Silver: Staff Recognition Award 2010 May 20
  
  UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon presents Nilima Silver with the Staff Recognition Award for her long-time service Many colleagues joined in celebrating Nilima’s 36 years of dedicated service to the United Nations and her 6oth Birthday Thursday, 20 May 2010 … Read more →
- Vijaya Catherine Claxten, 2013 Dover Honor for Swimming across the English Channel in 2007
  
  Meditation Group Member remembered and honoured: A bench with a special Plaque was Placed in the park facing Dover harbor. It is very close to where many individuals from around the world train to swim across the English Channel. Vijaya … Read more →
- One-mile fun runs for the United Nations community 1981 April 2, 3, 5
  
  “FUN RUNS”- ONE MILE RACES AT THE UNITED NATIONS United Nations staff and delegates participated in a series of five one-mile “fun runs” from 2 to 5 April 1981. This first series of running races at the United Nations was … Read more →
- 1981 General Assembly President von Wechmar Receives Human Rights Award – Jan 09
  
  President of the Thirty-fifth Session of the General Assembly, H.E. Mr. Rudiger von Wechmar, was presented with the second annual Human Rights Award of the meditation group on 9 January 1981 in the Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium . Accepting, as he … 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 →
- Poetry by Sri Chinmoy; Pres. UNSRC Society of Writers, presents “Award of Excellence” 30 Mar 1993
  
  Poetry reading by Sri Chinmoy, followed by a presentation by Mr. Hans Janitscheck, President of the UNSRC Society of Writers, to Sri Chinmoy of the Society’s Award of Excellence – 30 March 1993, UN Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium. More text and … Read more →
- Alexander (Sandy) Davidson, UNDP inspiring photos 1983 – 1994
  
  on 22 March 1994, Mr. Alexander (Sandy) Davidson, Principal Technical Adviser for the United Nations Development Programme, was honoured by Sri Chinmoy and the Meditation Group at the U.N on the occasion of his retirement. An inspiring story of some … 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 →
- Meet Frank Zane, Exponent health, physical fitness 1985 Nov 29
  
  29 November -Meeting with Frank Zane, award winning exponent of health and physical fitness Photo and text to be added as available Gallery: PDF of transcript 1985-11-29nov-Frank-Zane-at-UN-for SCPMUN site
- Interfaith Tennis Classic for Religious and Spiritual Teachers 1987 – 1992?
  
  Members of the Peace Meditation Group at the United Nations were pleased to be involved with organizing and inviting their friends to be part of a number of Sri Chinmoy Interfaith “Tennis Classic for Religious and Spiritual Teachers” This delightfully … Read more →
- Hiroshima / Nagasaki Cantata Performed 1985 Aug 29
  
  In commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb, you are invited to attend a performance of the HIROSHIMA/NAGASAKI CANTATA by the SONG-WAVES INTERNATIONAL CHOIR conducted by the composer HARIDAS OLIVIER GREIF based on the music … Read more →
- Pramoda France Vacher, Serve UN 40 yrs 1987 May 12
  
  13 May -Classical recital by Meditation Group member Pramoda France Vacher, as a farewell to the U.N. after 40 years of service to the Organisation Text and photos to be added or edited as available:
- Presentation of Mazzone’s Sculpture of U Thant 1977 Feb 18
  
  On 18 February 1977 Dr. Robert Muller presented Sri Chinmoy with a bust of U Thant by sculptor Domenico Mazzone. Dr. Muller had commissioned Mr. Mazzone to do this special sculpture in honour of Sri Chinmoy’s recent programme in tribute … Read more →
- G. Song Dedicated to IYC and Children’s Contest -1979
  
  CHILDREN’S CHOIR CONTESTS – THOUSANDS SING FOR IYC Thousands of children across the globe sang in celebration of their Year, in children’s choir contests conducted in conjunction with October U.N. Day activities. “This Is My Year” by Sri Chinmoy was … Read more →
- Sri Chinmoy Honoured by New York City 1978 Aug 16
  
  On 16 August 1978 the United Nations host city honoured Sri Chinmoy in a ceremony on the steps of City Hall. Mayor Edward I. Koch presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation in honour of his 47th birthday on 27 … Read more →
- World Gratitude Day -1977, 12 & 21 Sep events – SUMMARY
  
  The Meditation Group celebrated World Gratitude Day twice in 1977-once on 12 September in a special programme in the United Nations Secretariat for delegates and staff; and again on 21 September in World Gratitude Days New York Headquarters when the Group’s leader, Sri Chinmoy, was honoured at official ceremonies. Continue reading → Read more →

Sri Chinmoy:The Peace Meditation at the United Nations

Honouring individuals

Tributes and Expressions of appreciation

Martin Luther King: Humanity’s Aspiration-Hero – Full text at UN 1977

Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (b) Meditation at UN 25th, Statements by Secretaries-General

Part 3-06D Jorge Illueca – (Compilation) decades long friendship with the Peace Meditation at the UN.

Prayer Meeting for Iranian Crisis on International Thanksgiving Day 1979 Nov 16

Fiftieth Birthday Salute for Sri Chinmoy 1981 Aug 20 by UN Community – Article

Meditation For Dag Hammarskjold -17 September 1976

Community appreciates (Meditation Group member): muggers’ Nemesis, NY Daily News, 1981 Dec 27

Tenth Anniversary Celebrations: Meditation at the UN 1980 April 14

1984 Memorial tribute to Indira Gandhi , Nov 02

Photos from: U Thant: Divinity’s Smile and Humanity’s Cry – Programme 21 Jan 1977

Red Cross Programme Dec 1978 – Details to be confirmed

Songs dedicated to Jesse Owens – Performed 1980 Apr 22

Dr. Ananda Guruge: On a Portal to Wisdom of Sri Chinmoy 2000

Interview between SG U Thant and Sri Chinmoy 1972-feb-29

Honour of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 29 oct 1982

Possible photos Sanatan test 31 dec 1900

Tribute to 29th UN General Assembly and Dag Hammarskjold: 1974 Sep 17

Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (d) Meditation at UN 25,Statements recipients of U Thant Peace Award

BOOKLET: Meditation Group Commemorating 10 Yrs Service UN Community 1980 Apr 14

Meditation at UN Dedicated to U Thant, Nov 1974 (F) Interview: U Thant and Sri Chinmoy

Leonard Bernstein and Sri Chinmoy

Seven poems Vijaya selected and songs – Celebration Vijaya (Catherine) Claxton Life

Sri Chnmoy’s Followers at UNICEF – Staff News, Aug-Sep 1983

Farewell: Dr. Siddhartha Shankar Ray, Ambassador of India to U.S.A., 1996 Feb 13

Panamanian Vice President with Peace Meditation at U. N. 12 July 1983

Additional Text from U Thant – Programme speech 21 Jan 1977

Woodrow Wilson and His Dream 12 Jan 1979

Tribute Concert to the Bahamas 1980 Sep 05

Tributes UN: World-Oneness-Promise-Sun Peace Meditations, 2005 April, 35th Anniversary of Peace Meditation

Hans Janitscheck, President UNSRC Society of Writers, 1994 Nov 24

Tribute to Japan 1982 May 3

Dedication to UN and Secretary-General’s Office 01 Oct 1976

In Memoriam: Vladimir Petrovsky 2014 Feb 21

Theatrical Performances: Plays on Lives of Spiritual figures from different religious traditions.

Reception at Jharna-Kala Gallery 26- DETAILS + PHOTOS

Oneness-World Peace-Blossoms: (a) Meditation at UN 25th Anniv, CONTENTS 1995 Tributes

Amb. A. Nazareth’s International Day of Non Violence Lecture at UN, NY Oct 2nd,2012

Secretary General meets Sri Chinmoy and Meditation Group. 1983 Jan 13

Fred Lebow – A celebration of his life (b) Programme and Statements

Dedication at Remembrance Service for Martin L. King, Jr. 1993 Apr 04

Fred Lebow – A celebration of his life (d) A Special Friendship – Stories, photos – and correspondence between Sri Chinmoy and Fed Lebow

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh meets Sri Chinmoy, 1999 sep 17

Birthday Message for Dr. Jorge Illueca of Panama 17 Sep 1996

Peace Concert 50th Anniv UN & upcoming UNICEF 20 Nov 1995

Einstein Centennial Commemoration at Princeton University 1979 Mar 18

Meet Foreign Minister India, Narasimha Rao 1980 Oct 03

A commemorative ceremony in honour of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 02 Oct 1987

Country Representatives Meetings with Sri Chinmoy 1990 – 1995

Ambassador Rossides of Cyprus Birthday 1982 Feb 19

Perform “Siddhartha Becomes the Buddha” for U Thant 25 May 1973

Lift World - Oneness - Heart

Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart” 1992 Feb 4: V. Petrovsky + A. Razvin

U Thant Peace Award presented to The Very Reverend James Parks Morton, 2001 Jul 31

“Lifting up World with Oneness Heart” Award for Nigel Fisher, AS-G, EXD of UNOPS, 2003 Nov

1988 Peace Walk for UN Day & 7 Minutes Silence of Peace Oct 20, 21, 24

Honour Sankar Mukherji, Anwarul & Mariam Chowdhury + Lift Up World event 2002 Sep 26

The Nation, Thailand : Indian Ambassador part of Oneness Heart Lift 1988 Dec 25

Lift up the World: Jorge Illueca of Panama Honoured near UNICEF Building. 21 Jul 1989

Gov Hernandez Colon and Sri Chinmoy on Going 1974 – 2007

“Lifting up World with Oneness Heart” Award for Mary Robinson of Ireland and UN, 2004 Oct 30

Lifting Up the World with a Oneness-Heart 11 Aug 2001

PEACE LIFTS – at UNICEF House, World with a Oneness Heart more PHOTOS -1988 sep 20

President Gorbachev visited Aspiration-Ground and museum NY 2006.

PEACE LIFTS – James Grant, EXD UNICEF, World with a Oneness Heart SUMMARY – 1988 sep 20

World Harmony Concert at UNESCO Hq, Mar 28, 2006

Lifting Up World with Oneness-Heart – 2001-aug-04: Gambari; Gautaum; Halman

Mark Malloch Brown and Sri Chinmoy 2001 to 2007

Art Show and “Lifting Up the World” for UN Community – SUMMARY -1988 Sept

UN Safety and Security Honored 10 May 2005

Amb. Davidson Hepburn – Lifting Up the World Programme 2003 April 21

Ambassador Srgjan Kerim, (now North Macedonia) to UN, “Lifting Up World” Award 28 July 2001

“Lifting Up the World …” programme honouring Presidents of UN General Assembly

Lifting Up the World-Award to Prince Dipokusumo, Princess Febri in Indonesia 17 Jan 2004

Archbishop Desmund Tutu – Lifting Up the World 2004 – Mar 16

Yoko Ono Lifting up the World Award 30 March 2004

Jenny Craig – Lifting Up the World 2004 – Mar 16

Lifting Up World Award Uma Shankar Mishra 23 Aug 2003

Sri Chinmoy:
The Peace Meditation at the United Nations