Arab Non Violence Society Commemorated International Day of Non Violence
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He asserted that at heart of Mahatma Gandhis philosophy of nonviolence, was his belief - that strength comes from righteousness, not force and power comes from truth, not might.Doha, Qatar, October 03, 2011 --( Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Homoud said that by commemorating this day every year, the UN General Assembly hopes to reinforce the timeless message of non-violence, and to encourage Member States, UN entities, civil society organizations and individuals to step up their efforts to deliver this urgent message through education and public awareness.Today, these values are considered to be universal in part due to Gandhi’s nonviolent activism.”Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Homoud said that by commemorating this day every year, the UN General Assembly hopes to reinforce the timeless message of non-violence, and to encourage Member States, UN entities, civil society organizations and individuals to step up their efforts to deliver this urgent message through education and public awareness.He also referred to the article 1 of the Charter of the United Nations on the need to settle international disputes in a peaceful manner.He further mentioned that the efforts of the UN to promote tolerance, the respect of all human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy, development and mutual understanding are all underpinned by one common idea: that to make lasting, sustainable change, our efforts must be undertaken peacefully and in the spirit of consent and cooperation.He believed unworthy means, can never produce worthy ends.”### Contact Information Arab Non-Violence Society Farrukh Khan 0097444563332 www.naseerhomoud.com Click here to view the list of recent Press Releases from Dr. Naseer Homoud Promote Your Business Press Release Pricing Email this page to a friend