Burundi Advisor Shows Support for Breast Cancer Awareness in U.S.A.

Dr. Rachael Schweiger, (Left ) and

Vice President of Sisters 4 Survivors, Darce Roberts

Dr. Rachael Schweiger, Diplomatic Advisor to the Honorary Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Burundi, Clyde Rivers, was active again last week helping bring awareness to a major health issue in the world today as she participated in a launch party for Sisters 4 Survivors, an organization working to better the lives of those facing breast cancer. Breast cancer is the second leading cancer among American women. Dr. Schweiger commented, “Breast cancer awareness is the first step towards stopping this disease. The effects of this growing epidemic can be curtailed if people are informed with the correct information and are proactive by getting examined regularly and having mammograms. These few things can save many lives!” Many people are surprised to learn that there is a drastic increase in the number of younger women getting it and that even men are at risk for breast cancer.  Breast cancer survivor and Vice President of Sisters 4 Survivors, Darce Roberts, said, “A diagnosis of breast cancer is life changing. I cannot stress enough the importance of early detection. If you think something isn’t right, go get checked, no matter what age you are. You can never be prepared for a diagnosis of cancer, but catching it early and having a strong support system is imperative to a good recovery.” When diagnosed at its earliest stages, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer can be as high as 98%. Dr. Rivers stated, “People with passion like Dr. Schweiger are the true world changers. Her love for mankind always challenges her to get involved to make a difference.”

INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN WITH A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

 Dr. Rachael Schweiger

International humanitarian and Advisor for Burundi, Dr. Rachael Schweiger, has had a busy month. She’s been involved in various humanitarian activities in the State of Oregon including helping Horizon Christian High School athletics and student body, Esperanza Iglesia en Cristo Church’s cross cultural out-reach program, and Sisters 4 Survivors, a breast cancer support group. Dr. Schweiger believes that everyone has value. The unfortunate thing is that not everyone in the world has equal opportunity but in God everyone has equality. Dr. Schweiger said, “I truly want to see people reach their God-given purpose and potential.” To help reach this end, she has also mentored Young Ambassadors who bring projects to Africa, and partnered with a local elementary school to raise funds to support a partner school in Burundi. She had also written peace keeping curriculum and taught it globally. A Burundi representative at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Professor Clyde Rivers, commented, “This is the kind of heart we need if we are going to change the world, the heart of a true humanitarian such as Dr. Schweiger.”

DR. ALBERT NASASAGARE, PRESIDENTIAL PROTOCOL SPEAKS ON BURUNDI.

SOUTH AFRICAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE PRAISES BURUNDI PRESIDENT

FORMER NAVAJO NATION PRESIDENT RECEIVES HONOR AS A PEACEMAKER

Prof. Clyde Rivers, Dr. Kelsey Begaye, Dr. Robert Ornales

Dr. Kelsey A. Begaye, Former President of the Navajo Nation, has received an honorary doctorate from United Graduate College and Seminary for his valiant efforts to reunite the Navajo Nation. There was a time when there was great disharmony within the Navajo Nation and Former President of the Navajo Nation, Dr. Begaye, was a unifier of the people.

Prof. Clyde Rivers, Founder of IMEA as well as a World Peace Ambassador with Universal Peace Federation said, “Any peacemaker is a man after God’s own heart. As I had the opportunity to meet with the Former President, Dr. Begaye, I was very impressed with the work he is doing in the Navajo Nation today. One of the areas he is working  to help is with the issues of alcoholism among the Navajo. I look forward to partnering International Ministers Education Association with Dr. Begaye; to help the Navajo Nation with bible based training – biblical principles for living. It will be an honor to join Dr. Begaye in helping people around the world.”

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DR. CLYDE RIVERS PROMOTED TO WORLD PEACE AMBASSADOR

The Universal Peace Federation/Inter-Religious and International Federation for World Peace, has chosen to appoint Dr. Clyde Rivers as a World Peace Ambassador. UPF/IIFWP is an NGO with special consultant status with the economic and social counsel for the United Nations.

 As a World Peace Ambassador, Dr. Rivers will be a part of the world’s largest and most diverse network of peace leaders. These leaders come from all walks of life representing all races, religions, nationalities, and cultures. Their commitment is to promote reconciliation, overcome barriers and build peace. Some of their duties involve participating in peace initiatives and programs that promote reconciliation and cooperation beyond traditional boundaries of religion, race, ethnicity and nationality. Their ethic of “living for the sake of others” is their guiding principle.

The proposal to the United Nations, by UPF/IIFWP, is a call to be an inter-religious counsel. “The world has great expectations for the United Nations as an organization embodying humanity's aspiration for peace. World peace can be fully accomplished only when the wisdom and efforts of the world's religious leaders, who represent the internal concerns of the mind and conscience, work cooperatively and respectfully with national leaders who have much practical wisdom and worldly experience.”

Dr Rivers said, “ It is amazing to have the ability to work with the many former presidents, prime ministers and top world religious leaders to help bring peace to nations, cities, and communities globally. We understand that it takes spiritual men and women of all faith to solve spiritual problems of the world. It is great to see the UN working with UPF/IIFWP to uncover the heart of issues and work to solve conflict at a spiritual level. I am happy to except this position of World Peace Ambassador so I can work together with other great men and women to help establish peace in the nations of the world.”

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PEACE AND HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL CONNECTS AT CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN SUMMIT

        Prof. Nathan Kahara and Dr. Clyde Rivers at Michigan State Capital

Professor Nathan Kahara, Founder of Peace and Humanity International – Kenya was present in Charlotte, Michigan USA, as a participant in the International Generosity Summit.

This summit was established to teach the global community the importance of building generous communities. Clyde Rivers, Ph.D., Co-Founder and CEO of Peace and Humanity International said, “The great community of Charlotte, Michigan is a model city for generosity. The people of Charlotte love their community and sponsor and support development to make their community a better place. The vision of Mayor Dee Smith is to have the most generous community in the United States. This is a great tool to have woven into the fabric of Peace and Humanity International. We were very happy to be a part of this Generosity Summit and we look forward to our continued connection with America and the world.”