GOLDEN RULE AWARD INTERNATIONAL EVENT AT THE GERALD R. FORD PRESIDENTAL LIBRARY

Grand Rapids, Michigan Golden Rule Event

In Grand Rapids Michigan at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in August 2015, Golden Rule Award International and iChange Nations presented Golden Rule Awards to several outstanding recipients. The Golden Rule, “Treat others the way you want to be treated,” is an award presented to those whose lives have exemplified this motto. There were several nations represented and once again a global community of peace and honor  is established.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers believes every life is valuable and created for a purpose. He understands the value of honor and is dedicated to creating Cultures of Honor around the world in every tribe and nation. Ambassador Rivers says, “The Golden Rule International Award is one way to honor lives committed to creating peace and honoring life. I was pleased to be able to present these amazing people this award as a celebration of their lives.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers is the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization.

Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers is the Founder and President of iChange Nations™ and the Human Rights Global Congress™. iChange Nations™ is a professional institution that equips, mentors and trains highly esteemed individuals who have the desire to change nations throughout the world. The Human Rights Global Congress™ has been established by iChange Nations™ to bring global awareness by strategically helping nations to educate, train and support the Nation Building Process designed to improve the dignity and betterment of human life. This international platform focuses on establishing effective relationships to help people understand the value of life and basic human rights. 

Congressman Jim Beall of the State of California Wins The Golden Rule International Award

Congressman Jim Beall (Center)

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the North American Division Leader for the Golden Rule International and the Representative to the United Nations, New York for Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, awarded Congressman Jim Beall the prestigious Golden Rule International Award. The ceremony was conducted on June 8^th, 2014 at the Star of David Ministry in San Jose, California.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Congressman Beall was a major player in helping bring better education to the youth and children of California - spearheading several initiatives. Ambassador Clyde Rivers said,  “With men like Congressman Beall we have great hope for the State of California. The Golden Rule International global ethic, “Treat others the way you want to be treated,” is alive in the life of this man. We are proud to welcome him into the Golden Rule Network."

Robin Dinnanauth Receives the Golden Rule International Award

Robin Dinnanauth with Amb. Clyde Rivers

Robin Dinnanauth, a leading humanitarian, was awarded the Golden Rule International Award in April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dinnanauth is known for inspiring lives globally through his humanitarian leadership and initiatives such as “Josiah’s House of Hope for Children.”

Ambassador Clyde Rivers the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International, says, “Mr. Dinnanauth is recognized for his compassion toward mankind and his life efforts to empower communities with improved living conditions, trust, dignity. He has reached out and is exemplifying a model for impacting families and encouraging communities. It is for these reasons we can honor this man with a Goodwill Ambassadorship. His life models the Golden Rule, ‘treat others the way you want to be treated’. We are proud to award the Golden Rule International Award to Robin Dinnanauth”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Pioneer of the La Red Organization, Dr. Bernie Torrance Receives the Golden Rule International Award

Dr. Bernie Torrance-center, pictured with other GR Award recipients

La Red organizations, Dr. Bernie Torrance was awarded the Golden Rule International Award in April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bernie Torrance is a pioneer in bringing training in business ethics globally. His organization, La Red has done work in over 80 nations around the world. This organization has established tools, when applied and activated, can bring efficiency within organizations.

“Every business and government could benefit from this La Red training. Dr. Bernie Torrance has worked hard and personally put everything into making the world a better place. I believe him to be one of the top leaders in the world and I strongly recommend La Red to any organization in the world. Thank you, Dr. Torrance for your work and dedication to making the world a better place. Your life exemplifies the Golden Rule, ‘Treat others the way you want to be treated.’ We proudly bestow this International Goodwill Peace Ambassadorship upon you,” says Ambassador Clyde Rivers the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award Given to Republic of Suriname’s Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon

Ambassador Graand-Galon Receiving Award From Ambassador Clyde Rivers

In April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the organization, iChange Nations™ had their first annual Global Leadership Awards Ceremony. At this ceremony we had the privilege of honoring the Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon of the Republic of Suriname, South America with the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award. Ambassador Graand-Galon was presented this prestigious award for her hard work and strength of character as a woman leading the way for the women of Suriname and the Caribbean.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the President of iChange Nations™ says, “Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon’s accomplishments are unprecedented in her country. She is leading the way for many, and many will have her example to follow. She is a champion and is a true statesman for her country and the women of her nation. She has represented her nation with great dignity and respect. This is why we are honored to make her a recipient of the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award.”

The mission of iChange Nations™ is to bring back the lost art of honor by building a culture that recognizes individuals throughout the world, those who have accomplished extraordinary humanitarian efforts to effectively change nations. iChange Nations™ with its collaborative partners have implemented an International Honorary Award infrastructure to empower and equip our citizens and alumni members with the tools needed to effectively pursue and transform the world.

Guatemalan Leader, Carlos Velasquez Perez Receives iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award

Carlos Perez Receiving Award from Ambassador Clyde Rivers

In April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the organization, iChange Nations™ had their first annual Global Leadership Awards Ceremony. At this ceremony we had the privilege of honoring the Former Congressman for Guatemala, Carlos Velasquez Perez with the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award. Congressman Perez has worked hard to exemplify great leadership as he builds integrity and character into the next generations of Guatemalans.

 Ambassador Clyde Rivers the President of iChange Nations™ says, “Former Congressman Carlos Perez has been one of the first honored with our Global Leadership Award. His role in bringing ethics to leadership in the great nation of Guatemala has set him apart to receive this award.  This is why we are honored to make him a recipient of the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award.”

The mission of iChange Nations™ is to bring back the lost art of honor by building a culture that recognizes individuals throughout the world; those who have accomplished extraordinary humanitarian efforts to effectively change nations. iChange Nations™ with its collaborative partners have implemented an International Honorary Award infrastructure to empower and equip our citizens and alumni members with the tools needed to effectively pursue and transform the world.

Chief Principle Leader of the Cherokee Nation Receives iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award

      

Chief Principle Bill Baker

                                                                   

In April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the organization, iChange Nations™ had their first annual Global Leadership Awards Ceremony. At this ceremony we had the privilege of honoring the Chief Principle Leader of the Cherokee Nation, Bill John Baker with the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award. Principle Bill Baker has worked hard to created a wonderful healthcare program for the Cherokee Nation. Fulton Arrington, received the award for Principle Bill Baker.

The mission of iChange Nations™ is to bring back the lost art of honor by building a culture that recognizes individuals throughout the world, those who have accomplished extraordinary humanitarian efforts to effectively change nations. iChange Nations™ with its collaborative partners have implemented an International Honorary Award infrastructure to empower and equip our citizens and alumni members with the tools needed to effectively pursue and transform the world.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers the President of iChange Nations™ says, “Chief Principle Leader of the Cherokee Nation, Bill Baker is a true statesman for his nation. Every individual life matters to him. This is why he is a recipient of the iChange Nations™ Global Leadership Award.”

Republic of Suriname Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon Receives Golden Rule International Award

   Ambassador Graand-Galon with Ambassador Clyde Rivers 

In April 2014 at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon of the Republic of Suriname, South America received the Golden Rule International Goodwill Ambassadorship Award. The Golden Rule Award is given to those whose lives exemplify the motto: “Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International, says, “Ambassador Fidelia Graand-Galon’s life has been poured out to the people of the Caribbean especially Suriname and the women of these countries and her Maroon people. It is truly an honor to award this great woman the Golden Rule International Award.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Top Global Humanitarians to Receive the Golden Rule International Award

Ambassador Clyde Rivers

April 4, 2014, in Grand Rapids Michigan, at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, we will be honoring 70 of the world’s top humanitarians for their great humanitarian efforts and bringing peace to the world.

“It is a once in a life time event where we have the ability to connect some of the top world changers with each other as we honor them with a Goodwill Ambassadorship of the Golden Rule International Award. These global leaders will carry the message of the Golden Rule, which is to treat others the way you want to be treated,” says Ambassador Clyde Rivers; the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International presented the award.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Dr. Brian Williams Receives Top International Award At the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum

Dr. Brian Williams Receiving Award From Ambassador Clyde Rivers

On August 30, 2013 at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Dr. Brian Williams received the Golden Rule Award International. Dr. Williams is one of the best businessmen that has a real humanitarian heart to help the world learn how to solve their problems. His company, BC Market Solutions, is teaching people how to do business and how to create solutions for their issues in life.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International, said, “This is a very unique gentleman. Many organizations need a problem to get funding and Dr. Williams dedicates his life to helping people solve problems. In my estimation this makes him a great humanitarian, truly one of a kind.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Top Research Physicist Receives Golden Rule International Award

Research Physicist, Prof. Kevin Storr

On August 30, 2013 at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum. In Grand Rapids, Michigan, Physicist Prof. Kevin Storr of A & M University was a recipient of the Golden Rule Award International. Prof. Storr is one of the top physicists in the world and his true love is to empower the world with education and ethics in the arena of science.

As Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the North American Division Leader for the Golden Rule International presented Prof. Storr to the prestigious audience at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum he labeled him by saying, “Prof. Storr is the humanitarian scientist that is promoting education and teaching the world how to become investigative thinkers.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Dr. Martin Williams Receives International Award at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum

Dr. Martin Williams

Ambassador Clyde Rivers

                                                                      Receives Award for Dr. Martin Williams

On August 30, 2013 Dr. Martin Williams was a recipient of the Golden Rule International Award. The service was held at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum. Dr. Williams received this award for his excellence in leadership globally. He works with cutting edge leadership for all cultures and generations through Global Leadership Network. Ambassador Clyde Rivers received the Award for Dr. Williams as he was out of the country doing leadership training.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the North American Division Leader for the Golden Rule International said, “The aim of the Golden Rule International is to establish cultures of peace around the world. Dr. Martin Williams is one of the best multi-cultural humanitarians in the world. He is teaching people of all cultures and religions how to find solutions for their problems.”

Ambassador Rivers went on the say, “We were very honored to have this award ceremony at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum. We had several influential humanitarians from several nations of the world in attendance. It was an honor when Dr. Williams asked that I would receive this award on his behalf. Dr. Martin Williams is a great world leader and humanitarian.”

Dr. Pepe Ramnath Receives International Award at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum

Dr. Pepe Ramnath with Ambassador Clyde Rivers

August 30, 2013 marked the day that Dr. Pepe Ramnath, one of the top most environmental scientists in the world, received the Golden Rule International Award. The ceremony was conducted at the Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, current President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu has embraced and is promoting globally. Golden Rule International is also affiliated with the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative (IPI), African Union, the United Nations as well as the United Religions Initiative (URI).

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, the head of the North American Division of the Golden Rule International presented the award. He went on to say, “Dr. Pepe Ramnath’s life exemplifies the Golden Rule and it is a great honor to have Dr. Ramnath as a Good Will Ambassador of the Golden Rule. He is known for his science ethics and environmental preservation research. I have never met a man quite like Dr. Ramnath with the integrity and heart to help the world.”