TRINIDAD ADVOCATE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS RECEIVES GOLDEN RULE INTERNATIONAL AWARD

Dr. Radha Rampersad with Dr. Clyde Rivers

Dr. Radha Rampersad was honored with the presentation of the Golden Rule International Award in Grand Rapids, Michigan at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in August 2014.  Dr. Clyde Rivers, the Director of the North American Division of the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative and the Golden Rule International Award presented.

Dr. Rampersad works in her country, Trinidad and around the world as an advocate for women and human rights. Dr. Clyde Rivers commented, “Radha Rampersad is one of the finest humanitarians I have ever had the privilege of honoring. Her life is dedicated to helping the underprivileged, especially women, toward a better life. The motto of the Golden Rule International is “Treat others the way you want to be treated.’ Dr. Rampersad exemplifies this life of excellence.”

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 worldwide. 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).

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.”