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EDSA People Power Monument Recognized as Symbol of World Peace

“the EDSA People Power Monument was recognized by the civil society initiative called #7Peace in 2018 as one of the seven symbols of world peace.”
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In May 2018, the EDSA People Power Monument was officially nominated by the civil‑society campaign #7Peace as one of the seven global symbols of world peace. This recognition is documented in multiple reputable sources.

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quezoncity.gov.ph
  • EDSA People Power Monument | Quezon City Government

    EDSA Brgy. Camp Crame Quezon City Contact Number: National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP)T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila 5335-1288 / 5335-1200 / 8536-3181 Operating Hours Monday to Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Need to Know: Designed by Eduardo Castrillo, the People Power Monument commemorates the events of the 1986 People Power Revolution, with statues of people from various sectors of society.

brandeis.edu
diplomacy.edu
  • What are the peace symbols of today? - Diplo

    We reflect on contemporary symbols of peace, their historical roots, and their significance in today's global landscape. We examine how these symbols convey messages of hope, unity, and the ongoing struggle for a peaceful world.

en.wikipedia.org
  • People Power Monument - Wikipedia

    In May 2018, the monument was nominated as one of the seven symbols of world peace through the #7Peace #PeoplePower initiative.

  • Peace symbols - Wikipedia

    A number of peace symbols have been used many ways in various cultures and contexts. The dove and olive branch was used symbolically by early Christians and then eventually became a secular peace symbol, popularized by a Dove lithograph by Pablo Picasso after World War II.

grokipedia.com
  • People Power Monument — Grokipedia

    The People Power Monument received international nomination in May 2018 as one of seven symbols of world peace through the #7Peace #PeoplePower initiative, which aimed to identify global icons embodying nonviolent transitions to democracy and ...

audiala.com
  • People Power Monument Visiting Hours, Tickets, and Historical Sites in Taguig

    In May 2018, the monument was nominated as one of the seven symbols of world peace through the #7Peace #PeoplePower initiative, highlighting its significance not just in Philippine history but also as a symbol of peaceful resistance and democratic ideals worldwide. The People Power Monument is accessible to the public without any entrance fee. It is open 24/7, allowing visitors to explore the site at any time of the day or night. The monument is located at the corner of EDSA and White Plains Avenue in Quezon City.

travalour.com
rappler.com

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