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RMNRWS - A Doctor Honoris Causa degree in Religion was awarded to Princess Cheryl Halpern by the ISSTO in recognition for her dedication to advancing interfaith harmony and tolerance. In her remarks thanking the Chancellor and the members of the Faculty for the honorary doctorate, Princess Cheryl acknowledged her parents who were religious leaders and explained, “Who I am is largely a reflection of what I learned in the home in which I was brought up. Our home was open to people from all walks of life and where respect for diverse cultures and religions was the norm. It was in this home that I was exposed to the universality of the Golden Rule, also known as the Ethic of Reciprocity, ‘Do unto others as you would want done to yourself.’ This universal tenet is a divine commandment that...

RMNEWS - On June 1st, the Visions of Peace Initiative (VOPI) screened its most recently produced documentary, “The Golden Rule: Do Unto Others…” to students in Surakarta in recognition of the Pancasila Day and the birth of the Republic of Indonesia’s commitment to unity and social justice. The student audience participated in a candid and meaningful question and answer session following the screening. Princess Dr. Cheryl Halpern, a founder of the VOPI noted that, "The Principles of the Pancasila promote respect for an inclusive and civilized society as presented in the Indonesian motto, Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, and provide for unity, with respect for the diversity of all Indonesians. It is an affirmation of the Golden Rule, ‘Do unto others, as you would want to have done to yoursel...

Shiseido Company, Limited ("Shiseido") offering a luxury skincare brand SHISEIDO has announced the revamp of its latest science- backed innovation: the newly improved Vital Perfection line, a new level of age- defying skincare through its breakthrough research in science: The new Safflower RED™ ingredient that is included into the products, which strengthens one's "Invisible Nutrient Network"". Replenishes barrier in epidermis SHISEIDO's extensive research on new aging care findings drives the Vital Perfection line, consisting of the new and improved product line up with cutting edge technology and ingredients that aim to reawaken one's revitalizing power for a youthful look. This new and updated range is a testament to the brand's commitment to furthering science and beauty te...

RMNEWS - The Award Winning Film about Tolerance, “The Golden Rule: Do Unto Others…”, Screened at the Indonesian Parliament House The documentary, “The Golden Rule: Do Unto Others...” was screened at the Indonesian Parliament House in Jakarta on March 12th, 2024. This film focuses on the commonality of every faith when addressing peaceful coexistence and civil behavior. The Golden Rule, which is also known as the Ethic of Reciprocity, is a universal value that instructs each individual to, “Do unto others as you would want to have done to yourself” as well as the converse, “Do not do to another what you would not want to have done to yourself.” We are living in a time when so much of the world is immersed in violence, discrimination, intolerance, corruption and abuse. It is esse...

RMNEWS - “The Golden Rule: Do Unto Others…” a documentary commissioned by the Visions of Peace Initiative, made its world premiere screening at the Cinepolis Cinema, in Denpassar, Bali on January 16th, 2024. This film was produced as a collaboration between the American award-winning HQ Creative production team, Indonesia’s award winning Angel Pictures and the Visions of Peace Initiative. The screening was attended by a diverse representation of religious organizations and spiritual leaders and was followed by an interfaith discussion and dinner. Princess Natasha Dematra, a co-producer of the film, noted, "Bali was chosen as the location for the world premiere for this documentary in acknowledgement of the Hindu religion as one of the earliest of human faiths and in recognitio...

RMNEWS - The Visions of Peace Initiative (VOPI), the Indonesian NGO that focuses on promoting the lessons of tolerance and civility to youth ages 5 to 18, inaugurated its 6th anniversary year in November. The VOPI commenced its new year of engagement with Indonesia’s youth in recognition of the United Nations International Children’s Day. Events were held in West Java that included several thousand students from a number of schools and across the age spectrum. Princess Cheryl Halpern, the international co-founder of the VOPI flew from New York City to Jakarta for these events and noted, "We are living in a time when so much of the world is immersed in violence, discrimination, intolerance, corruption and abuse. On November 20th, which happens to be my birthday, the United Natio...

RMNEWS - The Visions of Peace Initiative and HQ Creative LLC are proud to have worked together and co-produced “Holy Prostitution-Pelacuran ‘Suci’”. “Holy Prostitution-Pelacuran ‘Suci’” is an important documentary that presents the experiences of a young, Indonesian female minor who was placed into a Mut’ah marriage, otherwise known as a contractual marriage, by her parents. The practice of Mut’ah marriage is regarded by many as an exploitative form of prostitution and is widely banned by both religious and legal authorities. Kyai Kakan Sukandi, a representative of the Ulama Council, explained, ”The public needs to be educated that Mut’ah marriage is a phenomenon that cannot be condoned. It is a phenomenon that must not be allowed to continue, both according to Islamic and Indonesi...

RMNEWS - The Visions of Peace Initiative launched a peace-themed book entitled "The Art of Peace." This book is a tribute to the thousands of participants in the Visions of Peace Initiative programs and is an acclamation for the young award recipients whose work is represented. Every drawing included is a heartfelt presentation of a child’s vision of hope for a better future with civility, dignity and peaceful coexistence. This book was introduced at the United Nations in New York City and was very well received. Two Indonesian Senators, Senator Dra. Ir. Hj. Eni Sumarni, M.Kes dan Senator H. Fachrul Razi, S.I.P., M.I.P. launched the phenomenal book together with Princess Cheryl Halpern, Prince Dr. Damien Dematra and Princess Natasha Dematra in Jakarta. With a size of 59.4 x 84.1 cm...

RMNEWS - VOPI has inspired several hundred thousand children in Indonesia and has held peace events in more than 70 cities in the Republic. The mission of the Visions of Peace Initiative (VOPI) is to facilitate young people aged 5 to 18 years to express their vision of peace and tolerance through creative and artistic modalities. Princess Cheryl Halpern, as the International founder of the Visions of Peace Initiative said, “We need to help our young people cross the growing gap between the end of childhood and the start of their adult lives. We need to help them develop into the responsible adults that they need to be and as the vanguard of the future that society needs them to be." The Visions of Peace Initiative encompasses the Ethic of Reciprocity, also known as the Golden Rul...

RMNEWS - The prestigious Japanese skincare brand, Clé de Peau Beauté opened its Second Boutique in Indonesia at Plaza Indonesia shopping center, Level 2, Central Jakarta in March 2023. For today’s Clé de Peau Beauté woman, luxury is not about materialism, but about emotional expression and stimulating imagination. We want customers to experience uncompromising refinement and a warm atmosphere at this store so that they are left with beautiful, lasting memories. Showcasing fresh displays and an elegant interior of black and gold. The boutique is an elegant space that features a makeup gallery which tells the story of Pave-Diamond particles, ever refined to glow on the skin for a perfectly silky and radiant surface, while the skincare gallery showcases the exquisite and iconic La C...