Update: 2013 Goi Peace Award goes to Silsilah Dialogue Movement, a grassroots initiative promoting interfaith dialogue and peace in the Philippines. The annual Goi Peace Award honors individuals and organizations in various fields that have made outstanding contributions toward the realization of a peaceful and harmonious world for humanity and all life on earth. Created in 2000, previous Goi Peace Award recipients include James Lovelock, Oscar Arias, Bill Gates, Deepak Chopra and Helena Norberg-Hodge. On behalf of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement, Fr. Sebastiano D'Ambra, PIME, will receive the award at a ceremony during the Goi Peace Foundation Forum 2013 to be held at Nikkei Hall in Tokyo on November 27, 2013. The selection committee has chosen the Silsilah Dialogue Movement for the Goi Peace Award "in recognition of its many years of commitment to promote dialogue for peace and solidarity among Muslims and Christians in the Philippines. The dedicated efforts of the members of the movement have not only advanced the process towards lasting peace in their communities, but have inspired many people around the world with an example of true dialogue based on spirituality."

(80 unread) - wellnesspilipinas - Yahoo! Mail: "The Silsilah Dialogue Movement was officially founded in 1984 in Zamboanga City, Philippines by an Italian missionary Fr. Sebastiano D'Ambra, PIME, born out of his experience of violence and war in the 70's while on his first Philippine mission in Mindanao."

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Starting off with a group of Muslim and Christian friends joining Fr. D'Ambra in a dialogue, the movement has steadily grown on the grassroots level and has been involved actively and dynamically in fostering interfaith harmony and reconciliation in the Philippines for almost 30 years. Despite adversities such as the killing of its members, the movement has contributed significantly to building a culture of dialogue over the years, leading to the recent signing of the Framework Agreement for peace in Mindanao between the Philippine government and the Moro National Liberation Front. Silsilah is an Arabic word which literally means "chain" or "link". As used by the Sufis (Muslim mystics), it describes a process of attaining an experience of the Divine. It also implies spiritual linkage of humanity as created by the same God. The movement proposes a "life-in-dialogue," which encompasses dialogue with God, with self, with others and with creation. It encourages all people to undergo a process of personal transformation that leads to a social transformation. Silsilah offers various educational courses, seminars, training activities and exposure-immersion programs, reaching out to all sectors of society, including educators, youth, media, leaders, and the disadvantaged. Its initiatives not only focus on interfaith dialogue, but also on sustainable agriculture, environmental advocacy, holistic healthcare and a wide range of community services. Among the thousands of Muslim and Christian alumni who have participated in these programs, many of them are active in governments, NGOs, schools, religious communities and parishes. There are currently 18 Silsilah Forums formed by alumni and friends of the movement that are promoting the culture of dialogue and peace in different areas in the Philippines and beyond. For more information about the Silsilah Dialogue Movement, please visit: www.silsilahdialogue.com About the Goi Peace Foundation  Established in Tokyo, Japan in 1999, the Goi Peace Foundation is a public benefit organization with a mission to support the evolution of humanity toward a peaceful and harmonious new civilization. Through various educational and outreach programs, it promotes consciousness, values and wisdom for creating peace, and builds cooperation among individuals and organizations across diverse fields, including education, science, culture and the arts. The Foundation is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. It also maintains official relations with UNESCO. Website: www.goipeace.or.jp May Peace Prevail On Earth!

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Wellness in Environment: Philippine Airlines issued a statement on its Facebook page stating that the airline will no longer transport "any and all types of primates destined for cruel research and experimentation." The airline's statement explains that this new policy is a direct result of PETA's relentless efforts to urge it to stop shipping primates destined for painful and deadly experiments.

"Since earlier this year, PETA Asia and our affiliates have protested colorfully at Philippine Airlines offices around the world. Recently, PETA Asia activists even visited two of the company's ticket offices to let customers know about the cruelty that they were supporting by flying on the airline. Other activists also lent a helping hand by conducting demonstrations at Philippine Airlines offices in Sydney, Taipei, Seoul, and elsewhere."
From: Jason Baker 
Vice President
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Asia

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Profile of Ambassador ZARA JANE JUAN Author & Resource Speaker, Wellness for Peace® Modular Program (Climate Change Peace Building Adaptation Campaign, Philippine Contribution to United Nations International Day of Peace 2011) Internet Journalist & Peace Ambassador, UN International Day of Peace (Sailing for Peace Worldwide Peace Vigil 2011-2015) Citations as Author, Resource Speaker, Media Practitioner & Peace Ambassador: University of the Philippines Manila as UN Ambassador for International Day of Peace 2011 Far Eastern University of the Philippines as Guest Speaker on Climate Change & Wellness Medal of Honor Awardee by Diocese of Novaliches Philippines Rotary Club of Loyola Heights QC as writer, resource speaker, television host and producer, advocate of culture, arts, environment, women and children's causes, proponent of wellness and animal protection Catholic Educational Association of the Phil (CEAP) for the significant role and contribution to health and wellness, transformative education and stewardship of creation Office of the President (NCRFW) on “Wellness in Mind, Body, Spirit, Environment & Economics, a tool for Nation-Building” Royal Order of Sulu and Sabah as Lady Knight and Ambassador of Goodwill Children International as Ambassador of Goodwill on “Sailing for Peace Program Philippines” Her List of Citations as Author & Resource Speaker: Plaque of Appreciation from Philippine Heart Center on "Colors of Wellness" Plaque of Appreciation from Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine (PARM) on “Innovative Mind & Body” Plaque of Appreciation from Office of the President NCDA on “Innovative Mind & Body” Certificate of Appreciation from Roman Catholic Bishop of Novaliches Educational System (RCBN-ES) on “Innovative Mind & Body” Certificate of Appreciation on “Colors of Wellness” from De La Salle University (DLSU) Manila Plaque of Appreciation from St. Mary’s Pasay “On Mentoring Kids & Teens to Become Young Leaders” Plaque of Appreciation on “Integrity in the Workplace” by San Lorenzo School, San Pedro Laguna Plaque of Appreciation from San Roque Catholic School on “Corporate Communication” Plaque of Appreciation on “Innovative Styles in Teaching” & “Vocation @ Work” from Treasury of the Golden Word School Plaque of Appreciation on “Innovative Styles in Teaching” from Assoc of Private Schools in Batangas City Plaque of Appreciation on “Colors of Wellness” from Assoc of Private Schools in Baguio City Plaque of Recognition on “Innovative Mind & Body” from Dr. Carlos Lanting College, QC Plaque of Appreciation on Leadership Training from Recoletos Academy, Antipolo, Rizal Plaque of Appreciation on Public Speaking-A Breakthrough Approach! from University of Perpetual Help Cavite Plaque of Appreciation on Artistic Exploration from Elizabeth Seton School, Las Piñas & Cavite Plaque of Appreciation on Developing Positive Mental Attitude from Informatics Plaque of Appreciation on “The Art of Leadership” from Philippine Cultural High School Manila Certificate of Appreciation on Preparing Teachers for the Internet Age (Internet 101 Innovative Personality) from Kid's World Christian Academy, San Mateo Rizal Certificate of Appreciation on "Balik-Bata"Workshop from Philippine Cultural High School, Mla Certificate of Appreciation on “Innovative Mind & Body” from St. Matthew’s College, San Mateo Certificate of Recognition on Personality Development from Sto. Niño School, Muntinlupa Certificate of Recognition on Theatre Arts from Good Shepherd Cathedral School, QC • AmbassadorZara Jane Juan • United Nations Internet Journalist & Peace Ambassador International Day of Peace Vigil by Sailing for Peace • 2011 to present • Republic of the Philippines Public Speaker • 2005 to present • • Global News Network TV Host, Writer, Co-Producer • 2009 to present • Philam Life Performing Artist & Producer, Stage Play at Philam Life Theater •2000 to 2006 • Philippine International Convention Center Performing Artist & Producer, Stage Play on Environment & Culture • Pasay City, Philippines • 2000 to 2006 • AFP Theater Performing Artist & Producer, Stage Play on Environment & Culture • 2000 to 2006 • KFC Philippines Producer, Value-Oriented School Tour Shows • In 1999 • • RFM Producer, Value-Oriented Mall Shows • In 1998 • The Araneta Center Producer, Value-Oriented Mall Shows • In 1997 • PTV-4 Producer, Public Information Campaign • In 1996 • ABC 5 (Philippines) Account Manager, Team Image Entertainment • 1995 to 1996 • Ogilvy & Mather Public Relations Associate • 1994 to 1995 • Binibining Pilipinas Binibining Pilipinas awardee & Ms. Hawaiian Tropic International Finalist • In 1993 • International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam Film Actress • In 1992 • Ateneo de Manila University Trainor/Performing Artist at ISO • 1991 to 1992 • Gabriela Commission on Violence Against Women Case Manager • 1990 to 1991 • TIME assistant photojournalist • 1989 to 1990 Websites: UN World Peace Update: http://www.peaceadvocates.blogspot.com Wellness Pilipinas! News: http://wellnesspilipinas.blogspot.com Peace Vigil: Interfaith Interracial Intercultural: http://sailingforpeaceoworldwidepeacevigil.blogspot.com Wellness for Peace on Climate Change: http://zarajanejuan.blogspot.com Personality Development for Peace Leadership: http://innovativemindandbody.blogspot.com You Tube: http://youtube.com/healthytalks Facebook Pages: http://facebook.com/wellnessforpeace http://facebook.com/sailingforpeace http://facebook.com/wellnesspilipinas Contact Numbers 639266787938 639295197788 http://facebook.com/ambassadorzara ambassadorzara@yahoo.com wellnesspilipinas@yahoo.com.ph