Congratulations to Nevine Yassa, Chair of Rotary District 7070 Peace Building Committee, for an outstanding Rotary Peace Forum, themed "Harmonizing Hearts and Hands for Peace," that took place on February 22, 2024. The attendees were part of a gathering where distinguished humanitarians and industry leaders from across the globe united under the inspiring theme of "Harmonizing Hearts and Hands for Peace." This theme encapsulated the belief that creating lasting peace is a harmonious effort that requires the unity of compassionate hearts and capable hands. The recording is now available if you missed it. Please Read more ......
At the heart of Rotary International's mission lies our commitment to peace building, and we believe your presence added an invaluable dimension to our vision for a more peaceful world. The forum delivered enlightening discussions led by esteemed speakers and facilitators who will not only shared their invaluable insights but also drew upon the collective wisdom of all those who joined us.
Our Peace Forum certainly broke down barriers and forged new pathways in peacebuilding. The program featured forward-looking discussions on vital topics such as Social Responsibility for Peacebuilding and the transformative role of Positive Peace principles. Instead of simply discussing peace, Rotarians were urged to set clear goals and timelines, combining humanitarian passion, business expertise, and strategic partnerships to achieve lasting prosperity in the communities we serve.
"Harmonizing Hearts and Hands for Peace" signifies our belief that peace isn't just a goal; it's a symphony, a coming together of diverse voices and talents to create harmony in the world. We blended compassion with action to create a more peaceful and prosperous future.
After watching the recording I am sure you see that together, we can create a vision that inspires and drives meaningful change.
ABOUT OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Dr. Ira Helfand, MD who is co-President of the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War, recipient of the 1985 Nobel Peace Prize, and he is co-Founder and Past President of Physicians for Social Responsibility, IPPNW’s US affiliate. Dr. Helfand was educated at Harvard College and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He is a former chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine and President of the Medical Staff at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
Dr. Helfand is also a long-term member of the International Steering Group of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, which received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2017. He was also the co-president of International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War which received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1985
HERE IS THE RECORDING:
Nevine Yassa
President RC Scarborough 2023-24, D 7070
Peace Chair D7070