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PeaceWorkers for 2003

The People who made Global PeaceWorks 2003

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Rev. Chad Johnson

Washington
United States

"This world needs a vision of peace, and through agencies like Global PeaceWorks, we can be that vision."

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Andrea Juliette Mair

Munich Germany

"Never waste any moment of one's life with sadness and worries, but always share happiness with people we love... No need to talk about peace when you simply love."

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Zainab Bawa

Mumbai
India

"I felt something indescribable. The joy of constructing together, building something together, it’s so marvelous."

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Titus Marella

Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India

"As a devout Christian, I never entered any other temples or mosques in the past 43 years. Global PeaceWorks inspired me to enter into a Sikh Gurudwara and mosque in New Delhi. And I am happy about it!"

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Harkirat Singh

New Delhi India

 

"I never thought that a day will come when I will meet so many people from different religions and countries and we all will work together to have Peace in the World. Global PeaceWorks has totally changed my life..."

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Erica Olsen
New York
United States

 

"The experience was absolutely amazing. Every day I close my eyes for a moment to return to India and it is the faces of the children that I see and the determination of all the participants that I feel."

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Piyaratna Maharjan
Kathmandu, Nepal

"I have learnt humility. This is the first time I did such physical labour, stepping into a house in a slum and eating here. It teaches us humility, doesn't it?"

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Gayatri Jat

Bhuj, Gujarat
India

"It was marvellous to go through this experience. Because serving and helping other people is the experience of heaven..." 

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Anthony David

New Delhi, India
Here is a man living the vision - every day in Janta Colony. What more we say about his love, wisdom and respect for all people?  He and all of Chetanalaya were stupendous hosts.
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Umesh Singh
New Delhi
India

"One World One Family;
Oh! Citizens of Global Village;
Ambassador of Global Peace;
Oh! Young Peace-Makers;
Let us make it together;
A beautiful home, a beautiful world."

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Shakeel
Ahmed
Kolkata, India
Here is a Muslim who honors the Christian Missionary work of Mother Theresa of Kolkata.  Shakeel exemplified humility and service to all.
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Umberto Angelucci

New Delhi, India

The humble, respectful, Italian man who has devoted his life to helping Afghanistan.  Umberto is a true brother to each of us.

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Ammu Baruha
New Delhi, India

She worked tirelessly to serve and provide administrative support to our project.  Without Ammu, we could not have done it.


Sanjeeb Baruha

New Delhi, India
A silent, smiling helper who made things magically appear through his efforts and loving support.

Ricky Cruz

Manila, Philippines
This late comer who passed for someone from Manipur when he needed to was fun to be with.  We look forward to hearing about his great successes with his work at the United Nations!
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Myunghee
Brabazon

Harlem
United States
A quiet grace in her manner, harmonizing races and religions in her own being, Myunghee embodies the global ideals we aspire to (and knows how to dance and have fun!)..
"85 My beautiful people.."

Fazida Razak Singapore

We were honored to have Fazida lead several terrific group sessions for us.   Her work now continues with RYS where she serves as South East Asian regional coodinator and senior trainer.


Maria Mangte

New Delhi
India
Director of the Tribal Welfare Society, Maria opened her doors and her heart for us to share with her. She helped make this program possible by co-hosting us.
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Sadeque Hussain

Gujarat, India
This energetic guys from Assam and now Gujarat, has already done so much for creating peace among religions.  We have much to learn from Sadeque and look forward to being with him again.

Roshan
D’Souza
New York
United States
A world traveler coming back to her homeland. Roshan's intelligence, wit (warning to all chickens!), and gracious heart were most welcome by all. 

Kesuma Dewi

Singapore
No one else could speak so much with no words.  Her pleasant, radiant smile was always there, encouraging us all. 

Dinesha
Liyanasuriya

Colombo,
Sri Lanka
That perpetual smile always kept us happy.  Her sense of service and fun through everything made Dinesha most welcome in every circle. 

Subba
Rao Malli

Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
Serving nomadic tribal people in India for over 20 years.  Subba's wisdom and humor, and experience as an NGO director were invaluable to us all.
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Khorrum Omer

New Delhi, India

"This work is fulfilling my life's dream...  What more can I say?"

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Sethi Singh

New Delhi, India
His home at Gobind Sadan has a Gurudwara, Mosque and statue of Jesus - places he tends to on a daily basis.  We were honored to have Sethi - a true man of peace - with us.

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Eric Wenzel

New York, United States

"Come and explore... Discover the stories of those who have experienced Global PeaceWorks.   We hope you can join us in our next great event"

Yasiru
Fernando
Colombo, Sri Lanka
The kid on the block sought adventure at every turn.  Sometimes reckless, but always reminded us to keep it light and fun!

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Could you be here?
Considering joining our next project from Dec 30, 2004 - Jan 7, 2005 in Delhi, India!
Moonhwa McLackland
New Delhi, India
In the up-and-coming category, Moonhwa's devotion to serving and creating good things for people was a delightful addition to our project.
Rahim Tajrish
Iran
This smiling, pleasant soul from Iran was a welcome addition to our volunteer time.  We hope to see him again!
Joseph
Lo Votrico

Italy
Part of the invisible duo who came and went.  We hope they might come again and join our charity work!
Nicoletta Gomiero
Italy
Part of the invisible duo who came and went.  We hope they might come again and join our charity work!
   
Unseen Heroes  
Brinda Buljore
Paris,
France
Brinda provided daily inspiration to us through her poems and love.  She also supported Global PeaceWorks development work with a thoughtful, heartfelt donation.
John Gehring
New Jersey
United States
Several Global PeaceWorks participants learned about interfaith from John and his RYS projects.   His support for our initiative helped make our program run smoothly.
Subhan Burton
Georgia
United States
Subhan worked hard to come to the project, but in the end had to tend to personal matters.  His spiritual mentorship, plus his gracious financial support helped make the program possible for several South Asians.

Marianna Khoury

Israel & Palestine

Marianna is an honorary young peaceworker.  She was selected for inclusion here based on the introspective and sensitive story she sent to the United Religions Initiative youth forum.

You can read her story here!

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