The Summit Council for World Peace The Summit Council for World Peace is a private, independent, goodwill organization interested in the promotion of friendly relations among the peoples of the world. It studies and seeks solutions to the problems which impede those relations. The Council provides a meeting place for world leaders where their wisdom and experience can be utilized, and their initiatives can be discussed and implemented in the service of world peace and the betterment of mankind. The Summit Council for World Peace is sponsored by the Foundation for Peace International, an organization initiated by Rev. Moon. Membership in the Summit Council for World Peace is limited to former heads of state and heads of government of the countries of the world as well, as international personalities who have made recognized contributions to the cause of peace and the betterment of humanity. Association for the Unity of Latin America The Association for the Unity of Latin America (AULA) works toward greater cooperation and integration of the Latin American nations. AULA convenes numerous conferences and meetings of prominent international leaders to discuss contemporary issues in political, economic, cultural, social and educational areas. Among the participants are many former Latin American presidents, who realize the value of pursuing common aspirations in order to develop the region's vast natural resources and human potential. In addition to heads of state, participants of the AULA programs include ambassadors, prime ministers, cabinet ministers, parliamentarians and scholars. American Constitution Committee The American Constitution Committee (ACC) is a non-profit, non-partisan, educational organization dedicated to the study and propagation of the spirit of the U.S. Constitution. The ACC provides educational opportunities for the study of constitutional issues and to encourage the responsible citizenship necessary to maintain and extend democratic liberties both in the United States and throughout the world. To refresh the values and principles which are at the base of American freedoms, the American Leadership Conference (ALC) has been convening the nations' lawmakers and civic leaders for discussion and study. The ALC has made extraordinary progress since its organization in March, 1986. The attendance of more than 5,000 prominent political leaders shows that the ALC has become an important forum for addressing critical issues of concern to America and the free world. Each conference provides an opportunity to reconsider the founding principles and ideals which have inspired America, and to respond to the challenges to these ideals, most notably the danger of Marxism-Leninism. World Media Association The World Media Association is an international consortium of individuals and organizations concerned with advancing a high standard of journalistic ethics and furthering awareness of the responsibility of media to fight vigorously for freedom of expression. The World Media Conference meets annually to examine the role and responsibility of the media within the framework of current and historical issues and events. As many as 90 nations have been represented at a single conference, bringing together major figures in electronic and print journalism with media scholars, government officials, social scientists and statesmen. The World Media Conference brings to its deliberations a clear premise: to uphold the value of free and responsible media as being indispensable to democracy and the survival of free societies, and to encourage the establishment of these freedoms in countries where they do not exist. The Association sponsors fact-finding tours for media professional and opinion leaders to areas of the world of especially crucial importance. The tours enable participants to gather first-hand experience in a vital area of the world, to engage in discussions with the leaders of these nations as well as the national media and opposition leaders, and to gather news of special interest to the individual participants. The Association also publishes a quarterly journal, the World Media Report, on topics related to media responsibility and practice, and will establish a fund for academic research, scholarships, publication and selected projects in investigative reporting. The Washington Times Prior to 1982, the world's most important capital had only one daily newspaper. This changed on May 17, 1982 when the first Washington Times rolled off the presses. In its first five years, The Washington Times became one of America's most-quoted and fastest-growing newspapers. The newspaper gained the readership of many influential leaders, such as President Reagan and his cabinet, most congressmen and many community leaders. Also, the newspaper's journalistic quality has earned it more than 50 awards. New York City Tribune The New York City Tribune is a focused, political - cultural journal for people of conscience and consequence. Its tightly edited pages contain more unique news and background reports on national security issues and Soviet bloc affairs than much larger dailies. The Pentagon's daily and weekly digests regularly clip exclusive City Tribune reports. Its four pages of commentary, featuring a wide range of provocative and diverse opinions unavailable elsewhere in the nation, are a mother lode of conservative thought. Since its founding as The News World in 1976, the paper has proven to be a media trailblazer. It called attention to the problems of the family and championed conservative values long before such issues came into vogue. Noticias del Mundo Noticias del Mundo began in 1980 as the paper of the future for a burgeoning Hispanic population in the United States. In 1984, when The Washington Times added satellite transmission capabilities, News World Communications decided that the Times' sister publication should beam along with it. On October 1, 1984, the first Los Angeles edition of Noticias del Mundo was published, making it the only national Spanish language daily. Then, in April, 1986, the San Francisco and Chicago editions were published for the first time. The editorials are conservative in nature, and stands have been taken on topics such as contra aid, bilingual education, housing, unemployment and other issues of paramount importance to Hispanics. Like most Spanish language newspapers, Noticias del Mundo publishes its editorials in both English and Spanish. The Middle East Times The Middle East Times, which is published weekly by News World Communications, was founded in Cyprus. The Middle East Times which first appeared on newsstands on March 7, 1983, is currently the only English-language regional weekly servicing this part of the world. Free from the influence of political and economic interest groups, The Middle East Times is able to report in a factual, objective manner based on a commitment to the ideal of democracy and freedom of choice. It provides a forum for the expression of serious opinion and commentary on the many urgent issues facing the Middle East. The Middle East Times enjoys a strong circulation in Cairo, which has led to many features being published that service the community. Also, in an effort to reach top readers, The Times continues to offer an expanded business and finance section. Sae Gae Ilbo The Sae Gae Ilbo, launched in October 1988, was the second major Korean newspaper to start that year and brought to eight the number of dailies (excluding three economic dailies and two English language papers) in Seoul. The Sae Gae Ilbo, which is financed by the Unification Church, recently purchased a plot of land near the Han River, the site of a former high school, to house the newspaper offices. The newspaper is a broadsheet morning paper and plans to have three pages of foreign news-double the number of pages of any other newspaper. (Sae Gae Ilbo means "World Daily News".) Insight Insight magazine is a publication serving the special information needs of over one million American opinion leaders, providing facts behind issues, trends and events so leaders can understand how the world is evolving, both today and tomorrow. Innovative editorial content combines detailed cover stories, which regularly anticipate future events and trends, with special formal features, such as the magazine's Briefings sections. The 1987 Media Guide called Insight "one of the most interesting happenings in print news in years... as an astonishingly lively, readable and informative weekly" and describes Insight's "dazzling critical success" as "one of the major press developments of 1986." The World & I The World & I is the latest and most ambitious publishing venture of The Washington Times Corporation. Each month the magazine satisfies the appetites of its readers with 700 pages of analysis and commentaries on the most current issues facing the world; explorations of the cutting edge of science; the most recent accomplishments in the arts; features on the diversity of the world's cultures; a penetrating book review section, including an excerpt and commentaries on a recent and notable book; and a thorough discussion of the intellectual currents in academia. This panoramic exploration of today's world is enlivened with literally hundreds of photographs and illustrations, making The World & I delightful and informative reading. xxxxxx Free Press International Free Press International (FPI) is a news service owned by News World Communications and operated by the New York City Tribune. FPI publishes a biweekly strategic newsletter called International Report which provides a reliable and concise intelligence briefing on the most critical international developments. Specifically, each issue of International Report features two in-depth stories, seven regional summaries and a "Backgrounder" column for exclusive, straight-from-the-source stories. The Little Angels Since their beginning in 1965, these graceful and charming young ladies have been bringing joy and entertainment to millions of people throughout the world. In 16 world tours they have given more than 2,000 performances in 40 countries, and have appeared in 200 special television performances. The New York Times wrote, "The Little Angels, Korea's national folk ballet, is a phenomenal company." The Little Angels are dedicated and spirited young ladies aged from 7 to 15 who have been specially selected and trained in Korean folk arts to perform around the world under the sponsorship of the Korean Cultural Foundation. The Little Angels have achieved the honor of representing their elders in the presentation of their proud history and civilization. The Little Angels Performing Arts Center As every famous art group maintains their own home theater, The Little Angels also realized this dream when the Little Angels Performing Arts Center was opened on November 13,1981. The Little Angels Performing Arts Center will stand as a symbol of Korean peace and be a central location for cultural exchanges between East and West. Universal Ballet Company {{{{ started 1990:Universal Ballet Academy, now Kierov Ballet Academy?}}}} Based in Seoul, Korea, the Universal Ballet Company (UBC) was created with the singular intention of aligning the traditions of Western classical dance with the purity and simplicity inherent in Oriental society, confirming the suggestion in the company's name- dance as truly universal art form. The company has developed a style that strongly reflects the poetry of the 19th century classics, combining it with the respect for the neo-classics of contemporary choreographers such as the late George Balanchine. The highlight of the year is UBC's participation in the 1988 Summer Olympics Arts Festival in Seoul, Korea. At the invitation of the Olympic Committee, UBC will present its signature piece Shim Chung (The Blind Man's Daughter). New York City Symphony {{{check out dates, future and past tenses here}}}} The New York City Symphony Orchestra was established in 1926 through the inspiration of the late Honorable Leopold Prince, justice of the municipal court of New York City. Over the years the City Symphony Orchestra has performed more than 800 concerts to live audiences, totaling several million New Yorkers. In 1972 the orchestra came under the patronage of the International Cultural Foundation and began an extensive series of concerts in the city, including performances at Columbia University, the New York Society for Ethical Culture, WBAI Radio and Alice Tu lly Hall at Lincoln Center. Since assuming directorship of the orchestra in 1985, Maestro David E. Eaton has led City Symphony in concerts at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall. In 1988 the New York City Symphony will make its first international tour. The orchestra will present concerts in Japan and will be one of two American orchestras to perform at the Olympic Arts Festival in Korea. Artists Association international The purpose of Artists Association International (AAI) is to advance the cause of idealism in the arts. The arts are a spiritual resource-precious, noble, godly and fundamental to man's well-being. Recognizing the potential power of the arts as a constructive force, it is AAI's intention to encourage artists to use their unique talents to influence humankind. AAI has been created in order to illuminate the meaning and purpose of art as it relates to the values and ideals of man. Among AAI's current activities are: The International Conference of the Arts, held annually in the world's cultural capitals, publication of a journal on the arts, the young artists program, and the Gala Benefit for the Young Artists Program. The International Conference on the Arts provides a worldwide forum for artists and organizations to explore the artist's role in enhancing communication and understanding among all people. The ethical and moral power of the arts transcend the barriers o f race, language, culture and religion. The Young Artists Program promotes aspiring young artists worldwide. Established as an annual event of the International Conference on the Arts, this program has two parts: the Young Artists Scholarship Award, for the education of promising students, and the Young Artists Debut Award, which offers a debut performance with the New York City Symphony at Lincoln Center. International Oceanic Enterprises {{{{{operations are now vastly expanded}}}}}-jon International Oceanic Enterprises (IOE) was founded in June 1978 as a fish processing enterprise. At the IOE facilities in Alabama, 10E can grade 2,800 pounds of shrimp an hour, peel 2,200 pounds per hour and a quick freezing capacity of 1,800 pounds of shrimp every hour. Other seafood processed at this plant include; scallops, crab legs, lobster tails and frog legs. Products are purchased from vessels in and around the Bayou, and also from Texas, Louisiana, Florida an from the Eastern sea-cost. IOE a lso imports excellent seafood from South America, China, and other countries. IOE products are well-known for their quality, taste and accurate weight and size measurements. The sales area sweeps all throughout America. Master Marine, Inc. {{{{{I was one of the first poople working at this one}}}-jon Master Marine shipyards consist of a 5 112 acres main ship building facility, a two floating dock repair yard capable of lifting 800 tons. Master Marine also operates a fleet of commercial fishing vessels. Master Marine has built more than 290 steel hulled vessels; shrimping trawlers, scollopers, combination vessels, tugboats, oil supply vessels, work boats, barges and floating dry docks. The Moss Point Shipyard, purchased by Master Marine, is the site for fiberglass construction. An 85 foot dual net reel dragger was recently delivered to Alaska and there are 3 new fishing trawlers under construction for Alaska. Saeilo Machinery Saeilo Machinery is an international tool distributorship dedicated to marketing world-class machinery. The lines represented are a new generation of machine technology combing West German and Japanese engineering with fine South Korean craftsmanship. WRIST The World Research Institute for Science and Technology (WRIST) was founded in 1984 to develop new, practical methods of high technology. In 1987 WRIST formed Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) to create ideal manufacturing. The manufacturing worke r, instead of being squeezed out by computing, is seen as the key to producing quality products that can compete in world markets. Breakthroughs in computing technology and marine navigation are initial successes of WRIST. Profile of Rev. Moon's Life A Life Dedicated to God The life of Reverend Sun Myung Moon is a truly remarkable one; a life which is a shining example of vision, faith and love for all people. Rev. Moon has dedicated his life toward establishing a world of peace, unity and harmony under God. Sun Myung Moon was born on January 6, 1920, to a rural family in a northern Korean village, the fifth of eight children. As a child, he displayed an extraordinary sense of justice, an indomitable will and an abundant love for others. It was not until the age of 16, however, that Sun Myung Moon awakened to his mission as a religious leader. On Easter morning 1936, while deep in prayer on a Korean Mountainside, Jesus appeared to him, and the young man was challenged to take up the task to establish the Kingdom of Heaven on the earth. Sun Myung Moon then began an intense search for religious truth. Over the next nine years he discovered the essential principles that are now called the Divine Principle. These years were a time of deep and arduous search. What Rev. Moon discovered was received through intense prayer, study of Scripture and life experience. "God Himself told me that the most basic and central truth of this universe is that God is the Fa ther and we are His children. We are all created as the children of God." While he was internally involved with his spiritual quest, Rev. Moon studied electrical engineering at Waseda University in Japan. At that time, he also joined an underground movement to free Korea from the oppression of Japan, which had colonized it in 1905. After Korea was liberated, Rev. Moon felt called by God to preach in Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea, and the capital of the Communist regime. In Pyongyang, Rev. Moon's message was eagerly received and he quickly gained many followers. The commu nist authorities saw Rev. Moon and his message as a threat and arrested him one night without warning. He was mercilessly tortured and beaten until he was believed dead. The guards then threw his body into a snowbank outside the prison yard. He was fo und later by members of his congregation who held little hope for his survival. However, Rev. Moon did survive and recover, through the prayers and care of his followers. In February, 1948, Rev. Moon was again arrested and this time sentenced to a communist labor camp at Hungnam - a death camp where the prisoners were systematically underfed and overworked. Their work consisted of filling hundred-pound bags with ammonium sulphate and loading the bags onto railroad cars. The ammonium sulphate, a form of fertilizer, stripped their skin, making them bleed and exposing their bones. Many prisoners endured only a few months of this slow death. Rev. Moon determined to survive, as an example of God's love. He later commented, "I never prayed from weakness or complained. I never even asked God's help. Instead I was always comforting Him, telling Him not to worry about me. Since God already kn ew my suffering, I didn't want to remind Him and cause Him to grieve still more. I just told Him I never would be defeated. In October, 1950, after two years and eight months in the concentration camp, Rev. Moon was liberated by the United Nations forces sent to defend South Korea. Shortly after his liberation, Rev. Moon walked hundreds of miles to the south. He settled in Pusan and there built his first "church," a tiny mud hut, constructed from cardboard, on a hillside overlooking the city. In 1954 he officially founded the Holy Spirit Association for the Unification of World Christianity (popularly called the "Unification Church") in Seoul. By 1957, churches were established in 30 Korean cities and town. In 1958, the first missionary was sent to neighboring Japan; in 1959 the first missionary arrived in America. In 1960 Rev. Moon married Miss Hak ja Han. This was a turning point in his life and in the life of the Church. After more than 28 years of marriage, he is now the proud father of 12 children. In 1965, Rev. Moon embarked on his first world tour, visiting 40 nations. He undertook a second world tour in 1969 and finally came to live in the United States in 1972. In obedience to God's call, Rev. Moon said he came to America as a "doctor" or "fireman," who comes from outside one's home to heal the sick or put out the fire. He came to revive the true spirit of Christianity, the spirit of love, forgiveness and unit y. In four years' time, Rev. Moon spoke at least once in all 50 states, most notably in New York's Carnegie Hall (1973), Madison Square Garden (1974), Yankee Stadium (1976), and culminating with the largest religious rally ever held in Washington, D.C. at the Washington Monument which was attended by over 300,000 people (1976). In 1975, while visiting Korea, Rev. Moon held Korea's largest rally ever, gathering over 1.2 million people for the "World Rally for Korean Freedom." Also in 1975, missionaries were sent to 120 countries worldwide. >From 1975, Rev. Moon began to initiate practically his vision for world peace. In the media, daily newspapers in Tokyo, New York, Uruguay and Washington D.C. have been created, along with the World & I magazine and the World Media Association. In the a cademic field, the Professors World Peace Academy, the International Cultural Foundation, the International Conference on the Unity of the Sciences and Paragon House Publishing were all founded to promote global understanding and scholarship toward world peace. And yet, religious bigotry and intolerance in America led to persecution and media misrepresentation of Rev. Moon. On July 20,1984, Rev. Moon was imprisoned once again, this time on false charges of tax evasion. Over 40 religious organizations and ind ividuals representing more than 160 million Americans appealed to the United States Supreme Court in Rev. Moon's defense. Rev. Moon, on entering Danbury prison, said, "I have had just one goal for this nation: to strengthen the moral fiber of America and to enlarge her capacity to fulfill God's will. I will continue to pray and work for this country. I thank God that He i s using me as His instrument to lead the fight for religious freedom and to ignite the spiritual awakening of America in this most crucial hour of human history." Following his release from Danbury prison, one of Rev. Moon's first public acts was to initiate the Assembly of the World's Religions on Nov. 15,1985, to foster a spirit of cooperation and understanding between people of various religions. Rev. Moon continues to dedicate his life to God and the building of His Kingdom of Heaven on the earth. Now, members of the Unification movement on six continents number in the millions. Guided by God centered principles, Rev. Moon has created, in his lifetime, a worldwide movement with the vision, vitality and capability of changing our present world into a world of lasting peace.