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World Peace Week is celebrated by over 40 YMCAs and YMCA-YWCAs and reaches over 18,000 children and adults through educational and awareness events.
Every year during World Peace Week, the YMCA of Greater Toronto stages the Peace Medallion Awards which celebrate and promote peace by honoring peacemakers in our communities.Last year’s Peace Medallion award recipients were:
John Lomax of Brampton – John helped St. Leonard’s House move into a “transition point” by providing opportunities to participate in anger management, substance abuse and skills development programs, resulting in a 100% increase in the number of accommodations and consequently serving more in need. He also manages the Rotary Youth Exchange Program that provides opportunities for youth to travel, learn about other cultures and meet people who share their interests.Kaje Johnson of Markham – Kaje was recognized for generating services for youth who are misrepresented and mislabeled. Her projects are completed with care and commitment by engaging youth through proactive and peaceful initiatives that promote unconditional love and faith. Kaje founded Elevated Grounds which merges performing arts/urban entertainment and social action for youth in marginalized communities
Ron Cunningham of Mississauga – Ron is the founder of Citizens for the Advancement of Community Development (CACD) which addresses the needs of citizens in a holistic manner. Ron serves the communities in Ontario and in Jamaica by developing programs to help youth deal with peer pressure and conflicts in a responsible manner.
Roland Rutland of Oshawa – Roland has a strong appreciation for diversity and peace. His intolerance to racism and commitment to human rights have roots in the strong belief in his faith. Roland works closely with youth in the school system and promotes human rights and diversity. He believes dealing with important social issues in a proactive and sustainable way.
Vinasithamby Thurairajah of Scarborough – Vinasithamby is well known amongst the Sri Lankin Tamil Community. He works to find solutions that bring peace among youth groups, educate youth about the consequences of their actions and provide opportunities to open dialogues between parents and youth. He believes that building peace in a family is crucial to maintaining a peaceful community.
Anabela Castro of Toronto – Anabela is a dedicated Probation and Parole Officer volunteer. She works to engage individuals so that they may deal positively with issues underscoring their involvement in the criminal justice system. Her passionate efforts have had a positive impact in assisting offenders to seek healthy techniques for dealing with conflict.
Ceremonies to recognize 2006 recipients will be held at YMCAs across the GTA from Nov. 21 to Nov. 24.
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