Voices of Support

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“I would like to add my voice in celebrating with you ‘One Day in Peace and Sharing’. Meeting new challenges of the 21st century requires uniting and multiplying our efforts. Differences in nationalities, race, religion or background should not impede our joint action to fight violence, put an end to hunger, provide normal life and dignity for all. . . This very spirit guides Russia in its efforts to expand and advance our relations with the United States as well as other countries and international organizations. . .Your great ideals of the Global Family will undoubtedly gain a lot of supporters in all parts of the world.”
Yuri Ushakov, Ambassador of The Russian Federation

“I would like to express my strong support and gratitude to you, for your noble cause in uniting all peoples of the world… As a famous Afghan poet, Sadi of Shiraz had once stated… ‘Humans are each others body. They are from the same essence in their creation. If it happens that one part of the body is suffering, there will be no comfort for other parts of it.’”
Tayeb Jawad, Ambassador of Afghanistan

“With the challenges faced by today’s leaders, it is especially important to continue bridging communities… Your Global Family Day is a step towards building the hope for a peaceful tomorrow…”
Martin Palous, Ambassador of The Czech Republic

“Today, when the hot spots still remain in the world and hunger and the bitterness of losses fill houses of millions of people, and the mankind is confronted with the horror of global terrorism which knows no borders, nationalities nor mercy, it is as ever important for all countries to join their efforts to make the world a better place. . . Let all your dreams come true, and let OneDay become a good tradition worldwide.”
Kanat Saudabayev, Ambassador of The Republic of Kazakhstan

“The maing of the Global Family Day therefore provides us with a platform to reflect on the importance of global peace and stability. Without durable peace and tranquility, the world community will continue to struggle with increasing levels of poverty and hunger”
Leonard Ngaithe, Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya

“This important occasion is indeed a good opportunity for the human family to learn to come together in a spirit of peace, hope, and generosity.”
Essa Bokarr Sey, Ambassador of The Gambia

“You have our support for your blessed effort to spotlight peace. Those who do not live in peace can understand better the meaning of peace.”
Rostom Al-Zoubi, Ambassador of The Syrian Arab Republic

“The Embassy of the Republic of Angloa in the United States of America wishes
to congratulate the Global Family Foundation for initiating the Global Family Day, a cause for peace and sharing that transcends individuals and countries.”
Josefina Pitra Diakite, Ambassador of the Republic of Angola

“The world would be a much safer place should all the people embrace the idea of [Global Family Day].”
Dr. Davorin Kracun, Ambassador of Slovenia

“Our children are the future of the world. Let us raise them up in a culture of peace, dialogue, compassion, love and mutual respect.”
Cyrille Oguin, Ambassador of Benin

“Thank you for . . . your most valued initiative One Day of Peace and Sharing. You have our support for your blessed effort to spotlight peace. Those who do not live in peace can understand better the meaning of peace. We pray with you for peace on earth.”
Rostom Al-Zoubi, Ambassador of The Syrian Arab Republic

“I would like to express my gratitude to Congressman Conyers and . . . all those who have endeavored to instill the spirit of sharing, peace and eternal brotherhood in the hearts and minds of all humans . . . The concept of a collective humanity transcends all quarrels and qualms and serves as a rallying point from which we can embark on a brighter future for all. . . Today we celebrate  One Day, in the future perhaps One World.
Dr. Hesham el Nakib, Director, Press and Information Bureau, Embassy of Egypt (2003)

“I wish you all success in celebration of complete and worldwide peace on 1 January 2000, and in your ultimate goal for permanent peace on earth.”
Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Bangladesh
(Ambassador Chowdhury was enormously helpful in achieving passage by the UN General Assembly of Res.54/29, establishing the globally successful One Day in Peace January 1, 2000, from which Global Family Day was born.)

“The people of Bosnia and Herzegovina are happy to hear that a movement, “World Peace 2000″ is growing. They know very well the real meaning of the word peace, after 4 years of war and are especially sensitive to the idea that there is no peace without justice. Our nation is giving full support and endorsement to your movement and we are going to observe the universal hour of peace on January 1.”
Muhamed Sacirbey, Ambassador and Permanent Representative, Bosnia and Herzegovina (1997)

“From the Office of the Vice President, September 13, 1999 “What a wonderful way to welcome the new Millennium! Throughout history and in all its cultures, the sharing of a meal has symbolized peace, brotherhood and charity. The 21st Century offers so many wonderful promises of technological and economic advances. Your coming together for the [One Day in Peace] Project adds the caring human dimension that must also be a part of the vision for the next century. , , Thank you for all you do. The world is a better place for it.
Tipper Gore

“Thank you John Conyers, for all you are doing to help establish Global Family Day. You were there at the beginning to make Martin Luther King’s birthday a national holiday, and now you are there to help make Global Family Day a reality. You are a great American!”
Terry McAuliffe, Chair, The Democratic National Committee

“My illustrious ancestor Dr. W.E.B. DuBois, who was the architect of the civil rights movement, would certainly commend John Conyers’ efforts in helping to carry the baton for human justice, liberation and dignity. I appeal to everyone to support the continuance of Congressman Conyers’ work and vision, a legacy-in -progress, on behalf of the Global Family Day and its upcoming celebration January 1, 2005.”
Dr. Joseph DuBois

“Peace is not God’s gift to human beings, but their gift to one another. With best, best wishes for your important endeavors.”
Elie Wiesel

“For one day a miracle — all hatred vanishes, and all love, peace and harmony exists. If we can do it for one day, pray to keep on doing it one day at a time for eternity.”
Robin Leach

“As they used to say, ‘What if they gave a war and nobody came?’ How worthwhile if they declared a day of peace and everybody came.”
Ed Asner

“The Space Age is shrinking distances between us on the planet and in the universe with irreversible momentum, bringing us ever closer to each other. We will eventually live in the intimacy of a village. A village lives by the harmonious cooperation of its people - to share in the digging of a well or the reaping of a harvest or the education of its children. So I believe the Peace of the Millennium is inevitable — and I celebrate it!”
Burgess Meredith