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It may seem strange for me to say that I visit my own Space and find peace and comfort here. I read and re-read your comments and reflect on the time and attention which you take to leave just the right words and pictures to add to the beauty and grace which I am hoping to offer anyone who happens to find their way here on purpose or by search.
I want to thank all of you for blessing me and giving me the inspiration which sometimes seems distant. We all get tired sometime. But, with an open mind and heart, I reach out to embrace you all and see for each of you joy, peace, happiness, adequate shelter, wholesome and nurishing food, lasting friendships, unbinding love, coverings that suit your taste, resounding laughter, and family that honors and protects you.
This is how I see you -- Holy and Whole. Blessed and a Blessing, Sophia Asaviour
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Take some minutes from your day to visit Beliefnet's Guided Meditation on "Being Peace" These words by Thick Nhat Hanh can serve as a guide along the way.
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My Dear Friends,


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To all who can, please invest $20.00 a month to help make Vocational Training Centers/Cinics & Clear Water Wells a reality for thousands who may otherwise not have the opportunity. You can do this by visiting Peace of the World International’s home page and click on the words in the yellow star which read: “Vocational Training Centers/Clinics & Clear Water Wells.”

I cannot tell you how you will be blessed but time will.

In humble thanksgiving,

Sophia Asaviour [and] Peace of the World International http://www.peaceoftheworld.org


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..Peace of the World International

"Building Peace for the World's Children"

Back with new content and design, Peace of the World International's web homepage is back ..! There are new events happening around the world that you will not want to miss. Planning and establishing of:
    Vocational Training Centers with Clinics and Clear Water Wells in Ghana, Pakistan and Kenya Benefit Concert Tour Business Incubator and Recycling Plant Peace Conferences and Peace Talks NGO Collaboratives ...and so much more all leading to one goal -- the opening a Peace Multiplex for Children from around the world.

Visit Peace of the World International and join the network of individuals, organizations and corporations who focus and work on projects, programs, and on themselves to make peace the center of their lives and the state of their communities.

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I am the founder of an NGO that is working to build a multiplex to keep children healthy and safe. In doing this we are also involved with projects that benefit women and mothers. We are now working on building vocational training centers in four countries and clinics as well. Resources and human-power are always assets for which we are looking. We have just become involved in seeking assistance with digging wells in the countries where the clinics are to be built. The Clear Water & VTC/Clinic Projects are now associated with both Kush University and the African Womens Economic Consortium.
Knowing others is wisdom; Knowing the self is enlightenment . Tao Te Ching
I am a prosperity-oriented person who loves working for peace. I have an insatiable appetite for books and reading. My background work has been in governmental affairs. Experienced in radio and television broadcasting in the not so distant past has me seeking new adventures via the internet. Philosophy is one of my loves as well and I look for the good in all people and situations.To make a donation to Peace of the World International's work around the world, visit http://www.peaceoftheworld.org.
WISH LIST OF PEACE OF THE WORLD INTERNATIONAL

At Peace of the World International, we are a not-for-profit organization and run entirely on the kindness and generosity of donors like you all over the world. At present, in addition to the projects listed above by Dr. Asaviour, we have the on-going projects with which we are requesting your assistance:


    To support offices in Kenya, Ghana & Pakistan (approx. $7,200 per year to be sent to the individual offices)HIV-AIDS testing kits to Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan (approx. $300 for 60+ kits for each country office or equivilent number of kits sent directly to each country)First Aid kits for children in Kibera's Samaritan Ark (approx. $300 or kits totaling the amount shipped directly to Kenya)Sanitary Towels for girls in Kenya slums -- project in cooperation with CPDA Kenya (approx. $700 or equal amount in towels sent directly to Kenya)Sponsor for establishment of incubator to host recycling plant in Kibera – Kenya (approx. $5,000)Stipend for students attending vocational training classes (approx. $2,520 for 30 students in each country; funds will be sent directly to each country for distribution)Furniture and Equipment for Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan offices (approx. $3,000 each to be sent to the individual offices)3 vehicles - van/truck [one for each Peace of the World Intl locations – Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan (approx. $9,000 each)Funds for over-limit shipping of supplies and goods to to Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan (approx. $240 for each country)12 computers with peripherals (approx. $2,000 [x 3 for each of the three locations –Kenya, Ghana & Pakistan] or the equivalent product sent directly to the country in need of product)Payment for telephone installation and 6-months service in Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan (approx. $480 for 6 months for each country)Salaries for staff for the next one year (approx. $21,940 for each location)

Currently, Peace of the World International is running three locations under the direction of three different organizatios in their respective countries. All details can be forwarded to you as contributions are made or as requested here. To make a contribution, please visit our homepage. Thank you for all you are and do for Peace and the children of the World.


My Interests

U.S. NGO Founder heads for Kenya to build Peace Complex and Memorial

MANKOTO, MN -- In November of 2007 Dr. Sophia Asaviour, president of Peace of the World International, is arriving to clear land in Huri Hills in Kenya East Africa. Acreage has been made available for a Peace Complex to be built, which will include: a Vocational Training Center, Free Clinic, a Memorial, Clear Water Wells, and the Children's Peace Academy.

Through the efforts of the Honorable Ukur Yatani, who is a Member of Parliament, along with the generosity of the people of the Marsabit District, a memorial is being built in the Huri Hills area in memory of the 12 government officials who set out on a mission of peace (Monday, 8 April 2006) and were killed in a devastating plane crash. This is phase one of a four part project to be completed on 10+ acres of land.

Dr. Asaviour says she is going to Kenya to work because: "I want to take part in all phases of this project's growth and development. I am calling upon those who will volunteer to join me in: clearing the land, setting fences, laying foundations, building walls and roofs, digging and securing wells, and planting gardens. The purpose for this effort is to bring together volunteers, local builders, and villagers to work together for the benefit of peace and for the sake of the community. This is the beginning. Come and continue with us."

Anyone interested in volunteering should send an email to [email protected].

Any company or organization that is willing to donate tents for lodging, borehole or construction equipment, health and first aid supplies, provide food for volunteer meals, or make any other contributions, should contact Dr. Asaviour through Destiny's Light Radio Network in Kenya at 254-723-283752 email address [email protected] or Christian Partnership Development Agency (CPDA) care of Mrs. Alice Kirambi at 254-444-2838 or 254-444-1994.

Information regarding Peace of the World International can be found by
VISITING our Homepage for Peace of the World International and join those who are "Building Peace for the World's Children."

My specific interest when first creating MySpace is securing speaking engagements (workshops, seminars, retreats, conferences) anywhere in the world to promote Peace of the World International's projects in Kenya, Ghana, & Pakistan. My general interests are Africa, children and mothers, peace in the world, broadcasting, radio, reading, travel, cooking, philosophy, theology, numerology, the elderly, building and road construction, business & land development, prosperity, family, writing and reading poetry, photography, non-traditional healing techniques and herbs, dance, spirituality, history, research, cricket, and soccer.

I'd like to meet:


Her Royal Highness Queen Mother [of the Adioukrou Tribe - Ivory Coast]
I would like to meet people who are interested in investing time and resources into Peace of the World International and its projects. Also those who are presently working in the field of peace and international relations; also those who are good in marketing and promotions. As my interests are in the areas of archectural design and construction management; fund raising, music, prosperity, health care, and children, those who are interested or working in these fields are welcome to contact me.

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Music:

Latin, Native American & African Drumming, Jazz, New Age, Soul, Contemporary Gospel, Alternative, Classical

Movies:

Beauty, The Notebook, Lagaan, The Horsemen, Steve Biko, Frida, What About Bob, Powder, Lust for Life (Life of Vincent Van Gogh); The Matrix Trilogy, Star Trek: The Next Generation; Malcom X, Pay It Forward, Ray, The Motorcycle Diaries; The Titanic, The Sound of Music, Masada, The Color Purple, Shaka Zulu, I Claudius, Dreamgirls, The Whale Rider

Television:

I don't watch very much TV but when I do watch, it is usually something that has been suggested to me by someone else. Like recently someone suggested I watch the HBO series "Rome." So far, it's proved to be interesting. The director and producer stated that they filmed in Rome in order to keep as true to the historical accuracy as possible. Other than that, I watch National Geographic and Public Broadcasting TV.

Books:

The Last Day by Glenn Kleier, Wild Seed by Octavia Butler, National Geographic Magazine, The Gifts of a Spiritual Woman by Rev. Shaheerah Stephens, A Great and Terrible Beauty by Libba Bray, The Eye of the Prophet by Kahlil Gibran, Soul Sisters by Edwina Gateley (art by Louis Glanzman); Etty: The Letters & Diaries of Etty Hillesum; Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison; and Like Water for Chocolate

Heroes:

My Parents; Sr. Francesca (my third grade school teacher); Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa of Calcutta; Helen Keller, Nelson & Winnie Mandela, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi (Amma); all of my Board of Directors members who volunteer countless hours fleshing out a dream.



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My Blog

Hopeful

I subscribe to Salon.com.  Recently, there was this story about the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI).  I would like to share a portion of it with you as we were told in the article that this ...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Sat, 27 Oct 2007 01:00:00 PST

Seeking Fund Raising Collaborators

Soon I will be leaving for Kenya to work on the building of a Peace Complex which includes a Children's Peace Academy, Vocational Training Center, and Clinic.  We are digging at least two clear w...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:54:00 PST

Thinking of You

Sometimes we spend a few days away just to collect our thoughts.  I've just done so and found this quote during my readings.  I thought I would share it with you.  Isolation tends to e...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Sun, 19 Aug 2007 12:01:00 PST

Mercy

Several weeks ago, I saw the movie "Water" about an 8 year old girl in India who became a widow and the state of her life after this designation was made.  I suggest anyone who is involved in hum...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Thu, 05 Jul 2007 09:45:00 PST

Violence Against Women

This is another of the articles taken from the UN Daily News Digest.  Though it was written in February, 2007 I feel that it is still significant for us to know about and watch for incidents that...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:47:00 PST

Shoes to Fill

Each and every time I watch "The Shoes of the Fisherman" (starring Anthony Quinn), I well up so that my tears cannot be contained because I know from every fiber of my being that the decision made by&...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Tue, 15 May 2007 03:17:00 PST

A Solution for Terrorism

Many of the great spiritual traditions of the world remind us that true peace comes from within ourselves. If we really study this very simple rule of thumb of the ancient mystics we find it has all t...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Sat, 12 May 2007 06:03:00 PST

Blood Diamond

We all have visions and missions.  Many of us have heard the same call to perfection and have answered.   Today, I watched the movie Blood Diamond and it hurt every part of me:  my...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Sat, 21 Apr 2007 02:11:00 PST

April 28, 2007: IC's "Displace Me" Campaign

When Hurricane Katrina hit this country, we saw for the first time what a displaced American looks like. Now we're asking you to voluntarily become displaced, leaving the comforts of your homes, to im...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Mon, 16 Apr 2007 03:19:00 PST

End Recruitment of Child Soldiers Now!

MY HEADING: HOW MANY TIMES DID YOUR MOTHER TELL YOU TO: "WATCH OUT FOR THE BABIES!" SAVE THE CHILDREN!!! IS ANYBODY LISTENING? END RECRUITMENT OF CHILD SOLDIERS NOW, UN ENVOYS URGE SUDANESE PARTIES...
Posted by SophiAsaviour on Sat, 31 Mar 2007 09:46:00 PST