Vision
Develop a global sensitivity to our connectedness informed by our ability to recognize our true nature for compassion and caring in ourselves and each other.
Mission
To contribute to global cultural change by creating the conditions for human exploration of our individual passions applied in active service to a shared purpose toward a more just and humane society.
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Beginnings
Million Ideas for Peace was inspired by the work of the hundreds of
thousands of peace activists, non-governmental organizations and everyday
people, with a desire to impact our future through positive change. It is
dedicated to anyone looking to contribute their ideas and gifts to a more
peaceful future -- from the simple to the sublime.
Founded in 2007 by Lucy E. Garrick, a management consultant with a passion for
learning and leadership, Million Ideas
for Peace
is about contributing to the cultivation of positive and
transformational change in service to peace within, between and among.
It is an experimental movement, that seeks to be inclusive and is based
on the theories
of positive psychology, social networks and living social systems.
With change happening so quickly in the world, people are voicing their
desire help, yet many feel overwhelmed by all that is not working in
the world. There is a shared sense of busy-ness going nowhere. What
choices might be possible for humanity if:
- we learn to recognize the value and impact
of our active contributions to peace-making, ordinarily taken for
granted?
- we practice supporting the
peace-making potential in each other -- even when that potential appears
absent or dormant?
- we commit to making just a few more active
choices with peace as our purpose and our strengths and passions as a
foundation from which to draw?
Our
Purpose
- To raise
awareness about the everyday acts of peace (active peace) in which we already
engage
- To challenge ourselves to infuse our daily lives
with increased intention toward active peace
- To serve as a
hub for an ever-evolving global network of peace-makers, providing information, connection, and resources
- In
the future, we plan to provide educational programs, invest in research
and knowledge-building that support the connection between
peace-oriented activities to individuals and communities.
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Lucy E. Garrick is the founder of Million Ideas
for Peace, an idea inspired by the millions of individuals and organizations who give their time and effort to benefit humankind. She also principle consultant for NorthShore Group
a consulting firm focusing on strategic planning, leadership and organizational
change. Ms. Garrick brings a multi-disciplinary approach to her work. As a
painter, active member of the Portland,
Oregon art community, and
founding member of the Point of Departure Studios, she often incorporates art
into her corporate consulting work. Ms. Garrick holds a masters degree in whole
systems design and change leadership.
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Contact Us
If you or your
organization would like to support our work or wish to provide feedback,
please email info@millionideas4peace.com or use the form below.
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