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Pamper yourself Festival: Meaningfulworld Pre-Holiday Party

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Pamper yourself Festival: Meaningfulworld Pre-Holiday Party WHEN Saturday, 13 December 4 pm- 9 pm WHERE 135 Cedar Street, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010 4PM-6 PM You will receive individualized private sessions experiencing the following Integrative Healing: Angel Reading, Flower Remedies, Essential Oils, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Kabala Healing, Meditation, and much more… 6:00 PM Home made organic, healthy food made with love 7:00 PM Desserts and entertainment 8:00 PM Humanitarian Films from our recent Missions around the Globe Host: Dr. Ani Kalayjian & ATOP Meaningfulworld Team RSVP: info@Meaningfulworld.com

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Haiti Empowered and Community Healing Post Earthquake

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Haiti Empowered and Community Healing Post Earthquake: Meaningfulworld Ambassadors Return to Work on Resilience and Meaning-Making Alexa Kauffman, Dr. Ani Kalayjian, Emily Bales, & Shayla Tumbling Imagine a place filled with energy, hope, life, and laughter – yet lacking in basic everyday resources and necessities, which we may often take for granted. Your home is rudely constructed out of concrete slabs or thin tin boards. Your food, growing out of dirt, is covered in garbage and rubble. Unpaved streets are littered with foot-deep potholes. The frenetic atmosphere adds to the scorching heat as scores of people stand outside, seemingly unaware of the sweat that drips down. Smoke rises from different piles of trash dumped on various street corners, as burning is a common means of disposal. The air continuously reeks of burning trash and the humidity traps the stench of the smoke, causing it to linger for hours. The streets are always overflowing with people and bustling with merchants, tap-taps, motorbike drivers, and schoolchildren always in motion, but with an unclear destination in mind. Despite the seeming apathy about the state of the country, we found, after a little encouragement, that the spirit of Haiti is still alive and well. Concern for family, safety, and country are still at the forefront of people’s minds, and they are eager to learn ways of helping their fellow man. Though culturally the intense feelings of caring appear to be masked, these surfaced when we discussed issues such as domestic violence, horizontal violence, and cleaning up Haiti. There is a desire to help and a “learned helplessness” that needs to be quelled. As soon as we stepped off the plane, the Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Team, Dr. Ani Kalayjian, Billy Prophete, Shayla Tumbling, Alexa Kauffman, and Emily Bales, began to work. We met with Dr. Joel S. Charles who informed us about the Chikungunya epidemic. We then drove to meet with the Minister of Health and had a rousing discussion about horizontal violence and the problems of education in Haiti. We arrived at the monastery, where we met with Father Wismick, VP of University of Notre Dame, and the international speakers for the Center for Spirituality and Mental Health (CESSA) conference. Over 250 attendees listened intently as speakers from Haiti and abroad spoke on Resilience and Trauma at the community level. Our team had three presentations, focusing on community healing, resilience, meaning-making and on the 7-step Integrative Healing Model and chakra balancing exercises. With Dr. Kalayjian’s moving words, participants pledged to tell three other individuals what they had learned, and to be mindful that peace begins with them, and that negativity or Horizontal Violence ends with them. During the second presentation we focused on forgiveness, as we asked people why we send love to those who’ve hurt us. At first the responses reflected religious reasons, as God was an external motivator for forgiveness, but as the discussion continued it became apparent that we send love to those who have done wrong to us because with love they will heal and stop hurting others. We donated the chakra-balancing exercises booklet to the library in the hope that people will continue the exercises all year long. After the conference we conducted a successful two-day research-intensive training program at the University of Notre Dame. Close to 35 physicians, nursing professors, nurse practitioners, and nursing instructors from six different regions in Haiti gathered to improve their scientific research skills and prepare for publishing. The majority possessed 7-30 years of professional experience in educating physicians and professional nurses and each showed an eagerness to learn research methodology and to improve communities in Haiti. We witnessed within the group a sense of generalized helplessness concerning challenges in Haiti and the desire to overcome those challenges. On June 18th, we arrived at a classroom buzzing with energy at the University of Haiti. Over 60 third-year psychology students were wide-eyed, eager to express their opinions and to have their voices heard. The first part of our training included EQ, the Four Agreements, inquiry & overview of UN Declaration of Human Rights, the MDGs, and the 7-Step Integrative Healing Model. We then surveyed their experiences of violence against women (i.e., seen, heard, experienced, or engaged in, etc.). Although the first conscious reports ranged from 0-100%, follow-up anonymous reports (when students were asked to close their eyes) indicated around 95% violence against women. We inspired the students to think about and take action to make a difference. As one student said, “Thanks to your team you worked hard to organize this training and I’m grateful because there is no change without sharing, and you shared a lot.” On June 19th, we ventured to Carrefour, to Mphelmat Maison de Infantes, an orphanage, where we were eager to train the staff members of two orphanages and were pleased to work with the kids! We emphasized the critical period of child development and the impact of separation from their parents for children ages 3-7, including symptoms of trauma and anxiety. We then proceeded to visit the orphanage Maison des Enfants de Nazareth. After being greeted by the beautiful children, we embarked on a tour of their facility. We took pause and were sad to witness the poor living accommodations and learning facilities. We then engaged the children in chakra-balancing exercises, which lifted their spirits and decorated all of our faces with smiles. On June 20th we arose to a beautiful sunlit morning and made our way to the University of Haiti. We met with the Dean of Psychology to donate Dr. Ani’s books to the library and to explore the campus to find the perfect place for the new Peace and Forgiveness Garden that we have been nurturing around the world. The Dean was grateful for our help and he discussed how the University of Haiti desperately needed professors. We made plans to develop online courses through Skype. We then rushed to the Mind-Body Institute to conduct a joint training session with MBI and the Foundation of E.D.O.

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Celebrating the life of Robin Williams Honoring Patch Adams on UN International Day of Peace

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Celebrating the life of Robin Williams Honoring Patch Adams on United Nations International Day of Peace The Bronx Museum of the Arts Sunday, 21 September 2014 6-8:30 pm In an effort to commemorate and strengthen the ideals of peace both within and among all nations, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the opening day of its regular session in 1981 as the International day of Peace. In its resolution, the General Assembly invited all Member States, organs and organizations of the UN system, non-governmental organizations, peoples and individuals to observe the Day in peace. The Secretary-General also mentioned the power of music: “On 21 September, at concerts around the world – in major cities and small towns, in conflict zones and peaceful communities – people will broadcast this essential message. They will celebrate the value of human diversity and the strength of our unity.” Please note this year’s theme, chosen by the United Nations, is “The Right of Peoples to Peace.” There is information on this vital theme, as well as the beautiful poster, at http://www.un.org/peaceday. As this page affirms, “The United Nations invites all nations and people to honour a cessation of hostilities during the Day, and to otherwise commemorate the Day through education and public awareness on issues related to peace.” Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention, (ATOP) Meaningfulworld, affiliated with the UN Department of Public Information, has been celebrating this 21 Sept, Int. Day of Peace for several years. Speakers and Performers: Honorary Speaker and recipient of Peace Award Dr. Patch Adams, world renowned physician, holistic medicine healer and social activist Patch Adams, best known for his work as a medical doctor and a clown, is also a social activist who has devoted the past 43 years to changing America’s health care system. His Gesundheit Institute in West Virginia is the future home of The Patch Adams Teaching Center. The Center is designed to teach in “care systems” – health care, education care, justice care and environmental care. It will serve the global community, working with participants to find a language for they own desires in care and their own designs for implementation. Patch believes that compassion, joy and creativity are an integral part of the healing process. Amanda is passionate about making positive change and being a part of a movement that calls for urgent change and advocates for solutions on things that she cares about including sustainable development, climate change, equality, and women’s empowerment. She is currently the Environmental Coordinator at Town of Secaucus. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing projects and grant relevant to the environment. She was previously the Commissioner for the Secaucus Municipal Utility Authority. She was a United Nations Representative for the Foundation for Post Conflict Development. Inamori Art Project are world renowned Japanese drummers. Overcoming racial, ethnic and religious differences, the inamori Theatrical group was established in March of 2010 seeking to realize a peaceful world with no conflicts based upon the recognition that we all live together as one family on earth. They use five units to promite its activites including: Play Unit, Dance Unit, Art Unit and Taiko Unit. In the Theatrical company perfornaces these five units come togther and perform as one general and synchronized art work. Farah Chandu Willow Interfaith Women’s Choir Willow is an Interfaith Women’s Choir under the direction of Farah Chandu. They are mothers, grandmothers, and great grandmothers, working and retired who represent several different faith traditions. The majority of their performance is done “a cappella.” Their repertoire includes classical choral music, sacred music, and traditional folk music-both American and International. In this role, they have discovered tremendous common ground in sharing each other’s sacred music. Willow was founded in October of 1998, when the women’s group of a local UU congregation reached out to the community and sponsored a muscial workshop. Special Guest Vocalist, Nirvana Lucie Nixon Soft, gentle, melodic, mysterious, talented, beautiful, sultry… Need we go on and on? Nirvana Nixon epitomizes the quintessential artist. Nirvana, born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in the Dominican Republic, is a classically trained pianist, vocalist since the age of six (6). She has taken her learned knowledge of music and paired it with her love for entertaining. The best conservatories, the best instructors, and a supportive home environment, nurtured her talent that is undeniably inherent. Destined to make music her life, she was compelled to do anything it took to develop her craft. Some of her credits include: being the main vocalist/vocal director at her church at the age of 13, singing beer jingles, performing at a Dominican presidential convention at the age of 14, being the youngest vocalist/vocal co-director of a Dominican national choir, and performing with several New York music groups. For the last 10 years of her music career, she embraced opportunities as the Music Director of a Praise and Worship Team and attained the position as a Vocalist in a few music ensembles with emphasis in the Motown Era. Though she entertains in all genres of music, Motown Music has a special place in Nirvana’s heart. Nirvana obtained her Business/Music Degree with honors at Five Towns College in New York. Video on Peace and ATOP Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Missions There will be two short films demonstrating our humanitarian work and about the meaning of peace for different people. Youth Empowerment Program Essay Contest Our theme was “Creating inner Peace: Transforming Bullying” winners will be announced, essay summaries read, and awards will be presented. CEO and President of ATOP, Meaningfulworld Chairperson: Dr. Ani Kalayjian, Founder and President, Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention, Meaningfulworld. Dr Ani Kalayjian, A psychology Professor, a Psychotherapist, Genocide Scholar, International Humanitarian Outreach Administrator, Integrative Healer, author, and United Nations Representative. She was awarded Honorary Doctor of Science degree from Long Island University (2001) recognizing 20 years as a pioneer in her work and mission. In 2007 she was awarded Columbia University, Teacher College’s Distinguished Alumni of the Year. Her calling grows out of her

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World Humanitarian Day

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World Humanitarian Day Meditation in Central Park, NYC 19 August 2014 Alessia Ferraro & Dr. Ani Kalayjian The 19th of August has been selected by the United Nation as World Humanitarian Day, to recognize and remember those who face danger and adversity in order to help others. According to the UN, “World Humanitarian Day is also an opportunity to celebrate the spirit that inspires humanitarian work around the globe.” What better day than this to offer a free meditation session? ATOP Meaningfulworld organized this event in the Strawberry Fields section of Central Park in NYC, and the weather was perfect – cloudy enough to freshen the air but not too cold. The reason for this meditation was to highlight the importance of helping other people, while we first help ourselves. In addition, to spread the word about the work we do every day locally and globally in order to help people overcome the psychological isolation and despair that may feel after a natural catastrophe or a human-made disaster. Concomitantly, we wanted to ascertain the impact of meditation on anxiety levels before and after the meditation. Blood pressure and pulse were taken before and after meditation and pre and post questionnaires on anxiety were also completed. The meditation session started with an introduction of all the attendees, who numbered approximately twenty. All were welcomed to dedicate their meditation to a cause, a person, or themselves. Dedications were to: self, loved ones, mentors, recently transitioned people, etc. Dr. Ani dedicated it to Robin Williams and Rivka Mier, who had both transitioned-in a devastating manner-in the previous week. After brief introductions and networking the meditation was divided into five parts. The first part was the “silent meditation:” with the help of the light of a candle in the center of the meditation circle everyone focused on the heart chakra, closing the eyes and bringing awareness into the heart center. The second part was the “meditation with essential oils,” during which were distributed lavender for peace and calm, sweet orange for joy, and green essence for a closer connection with Mother Nature, and the sound of a drum helped the attendees relax and go deeper into their meditation. The third part included chakra-balancing exercises to open the heart center. The next part was the “walking meditation,” where everyone walked in a circle around the trees in their bare feet to better connect with nature. The last part was the sound and vibrational meditation, where each exhalation was released with an “OM” sound. At the end of the meditation everyone was very calm and began networking and sharing personal stories, their passion, their love of humanity, and how to start by caring for ourselves. This turned out to be a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and to share our feelings and thoughts with one another. As our motto underscores: When one helps another, both become stronger. A special gratitude to Dr. Ani Kalayjian, founder of ATOP Meaningfulworld, for leading the meditation, to Alessia Ferraro and Justin Koroglu for helping to welcome the attendees and document the event, and to Jean Weiss for spreading the word and inviting her family and friends. ATOP Meaningfulworld would also like to invite you to our next event: the International Day of Peace, taking place on 21 September at the Bronx Museum of the Arts. There will be live music, films of humanitarian missions, home-cooked food, raffles and prizes, and a Peace Award will be given to Dr. Patch Adams and to Amanda Neshweiwat. For more information contact us at info@meaninfulworld.com, and visit our website at: www.Meaningfulworld.com.

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Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Mission in Armenia

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Peace-Building, Conflict Resolution, Empowerment, and Lifting One Another Up Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Mission in Armenia Dr. Ani Kalayjian & Marian Weisberg The Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Mission began on August 28, 2014, with the following goals: 1. Train participants in the 7-Step Integrative Healing Model; 2. Start a Suicide Hotline, as one of the first projects of Meaningfulworld Armenia; 3. Train psychologists to work at the Suicide Hotline; 4. Train psychology faculty and students in trauma healing; 5. Help transform Horizontal Violence; 6. Conduct research on the impact of trauma, forgiveness, and meaning-making; 7. Work with refugees from Syria; 8. Work with orphans in a children’s center; and 9. Start Peace & Forgiveness Gardens. On the first day Dr. Ani met with local collaborators Karen Gargaryan and Aramazt Kalayjian at the Independence Square in Yerevan, Armenia, for an open-air public gathering to conduct the mind-body-eco-spirit healing program. Many people gathered around a banner that said “Meaningfulworld Armenia: When one helps another, both become stronger.” The Armenian TV was also there to interview Dr. Ani on the goals of this Humanitarian Relief. Meaningfulworld’s previous mission in Armenia was in October of 2013. On August 31 close to 30 psychology professors and masters students gathered at the Yerevan State Apovian Pedagogical University for a workshop on peace-building, conflict transformation, and mindfulness. More than five universities were represented, making our outreach expand to close to 1,000 people. Participants were very enthusiastic, involved, and curious; they asked many questions and shared their feelings. Five of the participants had read V. Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, and only two practiced yoga and meditation. But they were all eager to commit to an ongoing practice. Forgiveness was a particularly complex concept to grasp, as Armenian soldiers are killed daily at the borders with Azerbaijan, and the conflict rages on with regard to Karabakh. How do we remember while forgiving? was a challenging question for many. Why forgive if the aggressor would repeat the violence? was another challenging concept. Also, How to send love to Turkey and Azerbaijan while they continue oppressing Armenia through blockade and ongoing gunfire? On September 1 the Meaningfulworld team was invited to speak at the Arno Babajanyan State Philharmonic Hall, organized by Armenian Constitutional Rights Protective Centre (ACRPC). Participants were high-level interdisciplinary leaders of Armenia: Emanuel NGO For Child Rights and Protection, Khazer NGO for Ecology and Climate Change, Inst. for National Education, Inst. of Philosophy, Sociology, and Law, Inst. of Physics, ACRPC, the Armenian Radio, and Shoger NGO, working on Sustainable Development. Dr. Ani presented on “Rights or Privileges: UN MDGs to SDGs: Human Rights For All.” First, Dr. Ani was interviewed on Radio Armenia and the segment aired the same night. A very lively, in-depth, and heated discussion took place regarding where Armenia’s development is at this point. Basically there were many measurable improvements in all eight Millennium Development Goals except the first one, which addresses poverty, as Armenia is suffering from an economic crisis. As for the third goal, promote gender equality and empower women: Although Armenian women enjoy educational, social, and employment rights, they do lag behind in the political arena. Recommendations for future partnership were developed, addressing Goal #8. The program was very well received and the audience was represented by government, academia, and civil society. On September 2 the Team was joined by Marian Weisberg, a psychotherapist in private practice in New York City. The team traveled three hours to Yerevan State University’s Ijevan Branch. In attendence were 34 students of psychology (including three males) in the age range of 17-21 years. They gathered with open hearts and were attentive, curious, confident, and excited to participate in a long workshop on Peace-Building, Conflict Transformation, Mindfulness, and Self-Care on Mind-Body-Eco-Spirit levels. They clearly accepted the pledge for peace even as close to 50% of them were directly traumatized by the conflict with Azerbaijan, as reflected in the answers to the Harvard Trauma Questionnaire (HTQ). They live in close proximity (5-15 km) from the border of Azerbaijan. Strengths were: very interested to open up and release tension from their hearts, and being transformed with feelings of joy. Special essential oils were distributed and the participants chose citric/grapefruit essential oil for joy, rather than lavender for calming. In spite of the conflict they showed remarkable zest, attention, and concentration for knowledge on peace-building and transformation of conflict. Challenges were: being able to live within 5-15 km of Azerbaijan and handle the tension while keeping up an appearance of normalcy; integrating and participating in body work as a form of release of their trauma; notably, males in the group have to be ready to be drafted (mandatory) into military service and were uncomfortable with expressing feelings; a general discomfort for participants stemmed from physical touch and physical massage. Recommendations: writing down goals and evaluating them weekly; using diaphragmatic breathing instead of chest breathing; starting neighborhood associations; taking an oath for inner peace in spite of conflict at the border; and being open to exploring new healing modalities. Students expressed that they learned a lot; they were grateful for new modalities, and they felt much relief. On September 3 the Meaningfulworld team conducted a workshop at the State University of Yerevan’s sociology department. The theme of the workshop was Peace-Building, Conflict Transformation, Forgiveness, and Mind-Body-Eco-Spirit Health. Forty third-level students participated with curiosity and eagerness to learn new and integrative healing models. Dr. Ani presented an interactive PowerPoint lecture and discussed coping with difficult feelings such as anger, which interferes with peace-making. The students were asked to describe what angers them. Lying, injustice, and being misunderstood were high on their lists. When questioned about violence against women, the average amount of violence that they estimated to be perpetrated against women was 70%, while the three males in the class felt it was only 10-30%. Participants were encouraged to pledge to peace, and they enthusiastically participated. Also shared was the importance of developing Neighborhood Associations, Peace & Forgiveness Gardens, and Beautification Clubs starting with their

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ATOP Humanitarian Outreach Certificate Training Program 2014

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Invitation to Register Dear Humanitarian Outreach Program Participant: I would like to share with you some further information on our Humanitarian Outreach Program and the global work done at ATOP Meaningfulworld in the areas of Trauma Outreach and Prevention. This training is meant to hone your present skills in evolution with new found ones, channeling and directing energy into much needed global healing service. Together we can form Meaningfulworld outreach teams, offering aid and visiting affected areas globally and locally. Our Motto at Meaningfulworld.com “When one helps another, BOTH become stronger” In each Stage and Phase we experience open ways to heal trauma during our fulfilling and ever changing time together…. Let us find out more about who we intrinsically are….. in our silence and in our sound, with our hidden wounds transforming into gifts waiting to be seen in new found purpose — This is necessary for those wanting to personally expand, to find greater meaning and to create positive change in our world. REGISTER for Certified Humanitarian Outreach Program Subject: How can I make a difference in the world today?  Next sessions: 27 September (Stage I) 25 October (Stage II) 22 November (Stage III) 31 January (Stage I) 28 February (Stage II) 28 March (Stage III) 25 April (Stage I) 16 May (Stage II) 4 June 2015 — Graduation & Annual Mind-Body-Eco-Spirit Conference at the United Nations As a socially aware individual with passionate energy to improve the quality of your life and those meaningful to you — have you considered your invaluable skills could be extended globally? Have you asked the question: “How can I make a difference in the world today?”    Please find below the reworked and extended curriculum for ATOP’s Meaningful Humanitarian Outreach Program. Develop mental health outreach skills, transform conflicts peacefully, learn about the Biopsychosocial and Eco-Spiritual Model, a research based global approach by Dr Kalayjian, a trauma specialist and founder of this not-for-profit grassroots organization — ATOP has completed over 40 outreach missions, healing survivors who have experienced both natural or human-made trauma and disasters. As a certified, humanitarian outreach team member you can join us in visiting areas of the world where your skills can mend the impact of the trauma, and set a new positive direction.  Change a life…it could be yours… For in giving, the greatest reward is the experience of sharing our life skills, gifts, and intentions with another.   Our Motto at Meaningfulworld is “When one helps another, BOTH become stronger,” and “Shared sorrow is half sorrow, while shared joy is double joy.” Dr Kalayjian and the entire team here at Meaningfulworld extend our gratitude for who you are, and should you decide to attend any of our trainings we hope to meet you and your friends at the upcoming programs at 185 East 85th street (corner of 3rd Avenue) in a comfortable homey, warm environment. We will be pleased to answer any questions you may have and are ready to listen to your concerns.  There is no succession to our classes and we offer 3 terms per year that you can join in at any time. Thank you for your time and we hope to meet you in the near future. Please extend this information to anyone you believe may be interested in our programming.  Sincerely, Clinical Coordinator edcoordinator@meaningfulworld.com *************************************************************** ATOP Humanitarian Outreach Course Registration Information: Time and again, you may have asked yourself the question: What can I possibly do to make a difference in the world today? In an unpredictable cultural, political and ecological geography, our human and planetary sustainability is at risk. Without attention to the cultivation of awareness and healing consciousness, the deteriorating effects of intergenerational trauma will continue to negatively impact the global community through cycles of repeated conflict, terrorism, and war. We must understand that the individual psyche is but a microcosmic reflection of the macrocosm we live in… Change begins with me and with you.  One by one and together, we can cultivate a New Meaningfulworld View towards the emergence of a culture of peace. The vision of the new Meaningful Humanitarian Outreach Program  focuses on education, cultivating global action, and restoring health and well being in self, our families, neighborhoods, communities, and ultimately  to global communities in need.  Utilizing the Biopsychosocial and Eco Spiritual Model, developed two decades ago by Dr. Ani Kalayjian, Disaster and Mass Trauma Specialist,  it is ATOP’s mission to continue cultivating Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Outreach Teams.   ATOP commits to mobilizing individuals who want to make a difference by engaging and deepening unified leadership skills for the benefit of others. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: Only love can do that.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.     Humanitarian Outreach Certificate Program – The Stages and Phases This course is offered as a Humanitarian Outreach Certificate Program.  Trainings will be posted by topic for Sept – Nov, Jan – March, and April – May. This program allows for 3 groups to be fully trained in all phases over a one year period.   Classes are designed to be small (maximum 20) to allow optimum interaction and personal attention.  Trainings will be held in NYC on Saturday or Sunday, depending on the scheduled date, from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm with a one hour lunch break.  Breakfast, snacks, and lunch will be included.  If you have any special dietary needs you are advised to bring your own lunch.  Visionary Speakers – At each training workshop various experts from the field will be invited to present on related topics.  Please see our monthly announcements for Visionary Speakers and a specific agenda for each workshop. Participation Criteria – Participants should have an interest in the health care and healing arena, social activism, and a sincere commitment towards self-evolution and global aid and development. Our program invites health care professionals, teachers, psychologists, art therapists, nutritionists, alternative medicine practitioners, shamanic healers, clergy and other spiritually guided practitioners, interfaith ministers, politicians, attorneys, physicians, nurses, chiropractors, police

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Upcoming ATOP Outreach Training 2014

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Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention ATOP of Meaningfulworld www.meaningfulworld.com We welcome you to make a difference in your life! Join us for the Certificate Training Program. The training utilizes the Seven-Step Biopsychosocial and Eco-Spiritual Model as developed by the founder of the Association for Trauma Outreach and Prevention (ATOP), Dr. Ani Kalalyjian. ATOP was founded in New York in 1990 and since then, ATOP has achieved global recognition training professionals to broaden their skills as humanitarian outreach volunteers and has responded to over 25 mass disasters. Participants in the training will learn about transforming the self, family, work, and home environments through the use of non-violent constructive communication models of conflict. All trainings are led by Dr. Kalayjian. Certificate Training Program ATOP Meaningfulworld Humanitarian Outreach Certificate Training Program Schedule 2014 Next sessions (click to see the flyer): 27 September (Stage I) 25 October (Stage II) 22 November (Stage III) 31 January (Stage I) 28 February (Stage II) 28 March (Stage III) 25 April (Stage I) 16 May (Stage II) 4 June 2015 — Graduation & Annual Mind-Body-Eco-Spirit Conference at the United Nations Time: (9:30 AM breakfast) 10 AM – 5 PM Location: 185 East 85th Street, New York, NY (corner of 3rd Ave., 2nd Floor, Dr. Kalayjian’s office) Fees: Full ($110), Graduate students or retired ($60), Undergraduate students ($50), ATOP interns ($30) Please bring cash/check with you to the training or mail the check to ATOP, 135 Cedar Street, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010- 1003. Register early as space in this class is limited! Please see the fliers attached to the e-mail for more information. E-mail to RSVP: Clinical Coordinator (edcoordinator@meaningfulworld.com) or call (201) 941-2266 www.meaningfulworld.com

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