18 individuals certified as 2021 Okinawa City Peace Ambassadors to act as storytellers for peace

18 individuals certified as 2021 Okinawa City Peace Ambassadors to act as storytellers for peace

This year's peace ambassadors who received their certifications from Mayor Sachio Kuwae (back row, third from the right) at Okinawa City Hall on April 19


May 20, 2021 Ryukyu Shimpo

By Takahiro Kina

On April 19 in Okinawa City, the 2021 Okinawa City Peace Ambassador certification ceremony was held at City Hall. The Okinawa City Peace Ambassador Project was started in 1991 for the purpose of conveying the tragic experiences and lessons of the Battle of Okinawa to the next generation, and nurturing persons who demonstrate promise in creating a peaceful society. Up to this point 514 people have been certified as peace ambassadors.

This year, Mayor Sachio Kuwae presented 17 endorsed second-year students from junior high schools across Okinawa City and one working adult with their certifications. Mayor Kuwae said: “War must absolutely not be waged again. Please study the disastrous scenes at the atomic bomb sites and Okinawa’s history shaped by a violent land battle, and actively share your mind as a storyteller for peace.”

The peace ambassadors are studying the history of the Battle of Okinawa related to Okinawa City, and plan to attend the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony. The announcement of activities will take place at a briefing session.

(English translation by T&CT and Erin Jones)

 

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