INTRODUCING THE CULTURE OF HONOR TO THE TEACHERS IN NJOMBE, TANZANIA.

Mhadzi Primary School Teachers

Working in collaboration with Jackson Makwetta Foundation, Hope 631 recently had an opportunity to introduce the culture of honor to the teachers of Mhadzi Primary school in Njombe region by honoring all the teachers with a gift of appreciation for their hard work and dedication to the children in their communities.

It was a surprising and humbling experience for both the teachers and students as they have never been honored in their entire history of teaching. "This experience has taught me how important it is to find ways to praise, honor and encourage ourselves and others to see the best in people," said Dr. Grace Kinuthia. "We should challenge ourselves daily to think of ways to show honor to others. Ask yourself, when was the last time you honored someone? When did you last thank, call or write a letter to show them how much you appreciate them or to show them some respect? This world can be such a better place if we all follow the principle of honor. We need to honor and respect everyone, even those we think don’t deserve it."

Mhadzi Primary School Students

In a letter to the teachers of Mhadzi, Dr. Grace Kinuthia stated that teaching is not an easy profession and is not done for the money. Most people who are teachers became teachers because it’s God’s call upon their lives to be a blessing and make a difference in the lives of children or the people they teach. With the hard work they do everyday, they deserve to be respected, valued, and supported. Dr. Grace also thanked the teachers and encouraged them to continue doing their best to build a better future for the children.

Golden Rule Ambassador, Dr. Grace Kinuthia, is the Founder and President of Hope 631, a non-profit organization that aims to alleviate poverty through education and empowerment of local businesses within communities. Recently, HOPE 631 started an initiative to build primary schools at the dumpsite in Nakuru Kenya, to facilitate the disenfranchised children in Nakuru with free education and empower them with life skills in order to bring change in their communities.

Hope 631 is working in collaboration with Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers, the Founder, and President IChange Nations™, the World’s Largest Honoring Network Establishing Cultures of Honor around the world. Hope 631 continues to bring back and celebrate the culture of honor. iChange Nations™ is also a professional institution that equips, mentors and trains highly esteemed individuals who have the desire to change nations throughout the world.

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This Article was written by Dr. Grace Kinuthia

Dr. Grace Kinuthia is a Golden Rule World Peace Ambassador and she is also the president of Hope 631, a non-profit organization that aims to alleviate poverty through education and empowerment of local businesses within communities in Africa. Dr. Grace is also involved in the leadership of iChange Nations First Lady's Club: Setting forth to honor and promote First Ladies around the world; helping them leave a legacy of hope and advancement for the people of their respective countries.

THE GIFT OF HONOR

Honorees in Chicago

The wisest man who ever lived once said; “A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.” (Proverbs 18:16). I recently had the privilege of traveling to Chicago, Illinois to be with Ambassador Clyde Rivers and several Golden Rule Peace Ambassadors, as representatives of the “iChange Nations™” family.  As we converged on the Windy City, the vision to create cultures of honor was set before us. Eight Ambassadors from across the country, from diverse backgrounds and cultures, yet we were intent on one purpose.  We came to seek out those who deserve to receive a gift of honor.

Honor is a gift because it is unsolicited. Honor is a gift because it cost us something.  We paid a price to go and recognize others who have paid a price to serve others. Honor is a gift because it encourages those weary hands who work tirelessly to encourage others. Honor is the perfect gift because it is available to every human being to give. Honoring others truly brought us before great men and women. 

Amb. Dr. Clyde Rivers and Dr. Gary Slutkin

We were thrilled to meet with Dr. Gary Slutkin and his assistant Angalia Bianca with Cure Violence at the University of Chicago. Dr. Slutkin has followed up an impressive career with the World Health Organization to help those suffering around the world from epidemic diseases to establish Cure Violence.

This organization is treating violence as a disease and helping people in several nations to break this destructive lifestyle. Some of those that are cured return to their old neighborhoods as social workers to help others overcome as well. What a moving moment it was to watch Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers honor over 20 of these heroes.

We also met Cobe Williams who starred in the documentary film “The Interrupters”and is Cure Violence’s International trainer.  Cobe is a perfect example of a life that has been changed and is now helping others.

We also had the pleasure of producing a TV broadcast with our new friends at Christ Family TV Network.  Ambassador Rivers honored several deserving church leaders, followed up by interviewing fellow Peace Ambassadors, Dr. Charles Kinuthia, founder of the One Stop Tax Service Franchises, and Dr. Nashon Walker, founder of Hoodrise Nation, an outreach to the inner city where he brings hope, every day, to young people through music and mentorship.

Another treat was meeting Golden Rule Ambassador Coach Tony Branch.  Tony’s accomplishments are numerous, but I was particularly impressed with the 10 years that he coached women’s basketball.  He not only taught them how to play the game, but he taught them about life.  Over 100 of these young athletes received college scholarships thanks to their hard work, but also thanks to Coach Tony opening doors and seeing them through.  Even though his job was done, he stayed connected to these young ladies to help them through their 4 years of college.

When you create a culture of honor, you can’t help but be built up just by being in presence of other people of influence. It's always great to be surrounded by great leaders;  Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers, Dr. Donni Pitzl, Dr. Michal Pitzl, Dr. Brian Williams, Dr. Charles Kinuthia, Dr. Nashon Walker and Johnny Vega.

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This article was written by Amb. Dr. Dan Justice

Dr. Dan Justice is a Golden Rule World Peace Ambassador and part of the iChange Nations™. He is the founder of PMI International, a Non-Profit Organization, along with his wife Sharon and their 7 children.  Together they are training and equipping people around the world in business, education, family, media, government, religion and arts & entertainment.

DR. ASTELL COLLINS OF GUYANA OFFICIALLY APPOINTED A GLOBAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE INTERFAITH PEACE-BUILDING INITIATIVE- CARIBBEAN

Dr. Astell Collins w/Ambassador Clyde Rivers

Dr. Astell Collins of Guyana has been official appointed to the position of Global Representative for the Golden Rule International and Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative by Ambassador Clyde Rivers. Dr. Collins has openly shown his care for humanity around the world. His influence as a strategic and intentional leader has impacted lives by promoting the spirit of humanity and unity. He is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity in his nation and has led an initiative to improve housing for the elderly, single parents and the differently-abled. Ambassador Rivers said, “Dr. Collins is a man of integrity that lives a lifestyle that exemplifies the Golden Rule, ‘Treat others the way you want to be treated.’ He believes every life is valuable and created for a purpose and contribution to our world. It is a great honor to have him as a Representative of our World Peace Initiative because he will represent our movement well across the globe.”

Ambassador Clyde Rivers, as the North American Representative for the Golden Rule International and Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, is working around the world to move the message of the Golden Rule and a Culture of Honor. 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 have embraced and are promoting globally.

Ambassador Clyde Rivers is also the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization.

CENTRAL OREGON COAST ICHANGE NATIONS™ YOUTH ADD VALUE™ INITIATIVE HONORARY EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS

YAV Team - Josh Barrett, Khalil Burton, Dr. Michal Pitzl, Marisa Dean,

Marshall Dean with IChange Nation's™ President Clyde Rivers

With just a matter of several days passing since the first ever Youth Add Value™ honorary awards ceremony, it's unmistakable that people have been uplifted, lives are forever changed, and YAV's mission to give honor back to institutions and to uplift the youth of the world has only just begun.

On January 9th, 2016, 24 incredible Lincoln County citizens were presented and awarded by Youth Add Value™ in recognition of their exceptional dedication to the youth and young adults of Lincoln County, Oregon.

The tone of the event was serious but the energy was celebratory.  This was an opportunity to honor men and women who choose to make a statement every day about the value of young people through their common deeds, actions, and institutions designed to protect the youth of their community.  From law enforcement personnel, and foster care operators, to youth outreach programs, and prison ministries, it became evident quite quickly that Lincoln County is home to some of the most exemplary individuals on the planet.  Yet not a single person in the room ever did what they do with the expectation of an award at the end, and that's what Youth Add Value is all about.  We're giving honor back to the everyday heroes who are making a difference but fail to ever receive the appreciation and gratitude they deserve.

YAV™ sees your hard work and we honor you for what you do.  Without human beings like the ones who were recognized a few days ago, young adults would not be the well adjusted, socially independent, and prosperous individuals that we have the opportunity to become today.  It takes people who are willing to sacrifice their time, their energy, and their resources to ensure that generations of young people are equipped and able to grow into the kings and queens they are called to be. It requires people like each and every one of our award recipients.

While many of the award recipients at this event come from different backgrounds and have invested their efforts in unique and diverse ways, this ceremony did something special that very few other institutions are ever able to accomplish.  It taught each of us that even though we play different positions on the field when it comes to youth development, we all act as very important members of the same team.  It became apparent that if the world is ever going to be transformed into a peaceful planet where people know their value and treat others with the respect, dignity, and admiration that they deserve, it's going to take all of us.  In our unique areas, and in our own unique means, it's time to take responsibility for our nation.  It's time to live by the Golden Rule.

Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers is the Founder and President of iChange Nations™ a professional institution that equips, mentors and trains highly esteemed individuals who have the desire to change nations throughout the world. The organization is seeking to bring global awareness by strategically helping nations to educate, train and support the Nation Building Process designed to improve the dignity and betterment of human life. This international platform focuses on establishing effective relationships to help people understand the value of life and basic human rights.

Youth Add Value™ is a movement manned by a group of youth highly trained by IChange Nation’s™ executive, Dr. Michal Pitzl. Marisa Dean, together with her team, Josh Bennett, Khalil Burton and Marshal Dean organized and launched their first event in Newport Oregon.

Article written by Khalil Burton and Dr. Donella Pitzl

THE WORLD COMES TO CAPITOL HILL FOR THE GOLDEN RULE INTERNATIONAL AWARD

Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers

November 14, 2015 on Capitol Hill in Washington DC we had the honor to celebrate representatives of over 25 nations as recipients of the Golden Rule International Award. In this prestigious atmosphere and on this prominent platform we continued to establish Cultures of Honor that will go around the globe as each individual receiving the Golden Rule International Award takes the message and movement back to their nations. IChange Nations™ Ambassador Rivers’ organization, hosted this Golden Rule Event, promoting the Golden Rule Peace Policy and ICN’s, “I take responsibility for my nation” campaign.

Ambassador Rivers says, “The Golden Rule International Award, “Treat others the way you want to be treated,” is given to those that are exemplifying this Global Peace Ethic in their nations, cultures and communities. We are honored to embrace new Ambassadors of World Peace that are carrying this message.  It is a privilege to watch these fine men and women taking responsibility for their countries. We welcome you, new Golden Rule Ambassadors.”

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. Patron, Former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally. Ambassador Clyde Rivers is the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization.

Ambassador Dr. Clyde Rivers is the Founder and President of IChange Nations™ and the Human Rights Global Congress™. IChange Nations™ is a professional institution that equips, mentors and trains highly esteemed individuals who have the desire to change nations throughout the world. The Human Rights Global Congress™ has been established by IChange Nations™ to bring global awareness by strategically helping nations to educate, train and support the Nation Building Process designed to improve the dignity and betterment of human life. This international platform focuses on establishing effective relationships to help people understand the value of life and basic human rights.