On Saturday May 7, 2011, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, Women's Federation for World Peace - District 1 (Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia Chapters), held the third annual High School Essay Contest Award Ceremony on Purity. It was held at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel in the Monet Room in Washington DC. The students were required to address all three topics below: What are the benefits of maintaining sexual purity before marriage? How can I encourage others to do the same? Can my personal life decisions have an effect on the U.S.? We started the event with the emcee, Vera Reed welcoming everyone. The invocation was given by Rev. Zagery Oliver, pastor of the Washington Family Church, Lovin' Life Ministries. Mrs. Angelika Selle, President of WFWP USA gave an inspiring introduction to Women's Federation for World Peace, and she shared with the audience that Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, the founder of WFWP International, is the mother of 14 children and over 40 grandchildren; she went through the pain of loosing 5 of her children. Dr. Moon has gone beyond her family in loving the children of the world. Her life has been an example of living for the sake of others, promoting true family values and world peace. This is why we call her True Mother. The audience were treated to a song by Mr. Otmar Weinmann that he composed himself entitled, "Pure Love". Light refreshments were provided by the Hotel, the atmosphere was warm and friendly as we mingled around the room meeting new people. Everyone was bright and all inclusive. During the award ceremony her Excellency Ambassador Purification Ondo, (Ambassador of Equatorial Guinea to USA) was recognized by WFWP District 1 for her love and support towards our activities in promoting moral values. Mrs. Reed presented her with…