Humanitarian	My Inspiration/Their Impact	Location
Betty Williams	Mairead Corrigan Maguire and Betty Williams founded the Peace People. They won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976 and have continued to work for humanity and the cause of peace for the past 27 years. They were able to diminish the violence in Ireland during most difficult times with their work which grew out of the deaths of Annie Maguire and her children during a chase by the English trying to stop an IRA member. It is a story that will move your heart, one of courage under the most difficult of circumstances.
Cesar E. Chavez	Cesar E. Chavez founder of the United Farm Workers Union was committed to Gandhi's principles of nonviolent social change. His untiring work and unwavering commitment to the farm worker has made positive changes in the treatment and conditions of the farm workers. You might like to read "Conquering Goliath" by Fred Ross or "A fight in the Fields" to learn more about this amazing man.
Sister Chan Khong	Her unique autobiography tells the gripping story of a woman who not only lived, but made history, and whose single-minded dedication to humanity and courageous integrity can serve as an inspiration for all.
Chief Joseph	Read the "Saga of Chief Joseph" or "Chief Joseph his own Story" to hear the sad way the Nez Perce were driven out of the land that their families owned for generations. A regal man, and committed to nonviolence he found himself having to protect the women and children of his tribe from extermination.	Lolo Pass Visitor Center, Lolo Pass Montana
Dalai Lama	The Dalai Lama truly got my attention on the first paragraph of his autobiography "Freedom in Exile" a must read to understand him and his needs for his people. An example of compassion in the most trying of circumstances, he is a ceaseless promoter of social responsibilty and non-violence.
Danilo Dolci	Danilo Dolci gave up a life of comfort to help Italy's poorest of the poor in the little town of Trappeto Sicily. He empowered the local populace to restore order and prosperity.My sculpture of Danilo was was taken to Trappeto to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his arrival. A life of dedication to nonviolence, his story is truly remarkable.Please read "Fire under the Ashes the Life of Danilo Dolci" by James Mc Neish.	Trappeto, Italy
Dr. Albert Einstein	Dr Albert Einstein spent a great deal of his life striving to educate the government on the dangers of nuclear power.  You can read more about his life and work for nonviolence in the book "Einstein in America"
Dr. Albert Schweitzer	Dr. Albert Schweitzer's life was one of music and service to humanity. After a career of music and teaching he chose to return to Medical School and become a Doctor and go to Africa to help in a very poor area treat the sick. His heart was dedicated to " Reverence of all Life". And he lived that way.
Dr. Marshall Rosenberg	Dr Marshall Rosenberg founder of the Center for Nonviolent Communication has been a great inspiration in my life and his methods of compassionately resolving conflict and have been some of the most powerful skills that I have ever learned. My husband Alex, is a Certified Trainer and we have worked together teaching Nonviolent Communication for over 15 years.
John Muir	John Muir lived in and loved the wilderness. Traveling through many places by foot, he learned to love and write about nature. He was the first president of the Sierra Club. Many of our national parks would not exist without his untiring efforts to protect the wilderness. His many books are a must for the wilderness lover.
Kastruabai Gandhi	Wife of MK Gandhi for 62 years went to prison with him, protested the British rule nonviolently, married the young lawyer who gave all possessions away to live the life of the Poor Indian and for humanity. She was his unending partner and supporter of the cause of Independence of India. You may read more in a book called “Forgotten Woman" by Arun and Sunanda Gandhi
Mahatma K. Gandhi	Was thrown off a train because he protested not being able to ride in the car of his choice. This event led Gandhi on the path that would someday lead to the title “Mahatma” or great soul.
Mairead Corrigan Maguire	Mairead Corrigan Maguire and Betty Williams founded The Peace People. They won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976 and have continued to work for humanity and the cause of peace for the past 27 years. They were able to diminish the violence in Ireland during most difficult times with their work which grew out of the deaths of Annie Maguire and her children during a chase by the English trying to stop an IRA member. It is a story that will move your heart, one of courage under the most difficult of circumstances.
Martin Luther King Jr.	Martin Luther King, Jr. was young minister only in his twenties who was willing to risk his life for the greater cause, knowing full well that it could cause him his life; he continued to work for nonviolent change.
Meena	Meena--Founder of The Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan-RAWA.
Mother Theresa	Broke away from the church to form her own branch of nuns--"Sisters of Charity", risking her life and health, her determination to serve with love the poorest of the poor, and her willingness to serve in the most trying circumstances touched my heart.
Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu	Trained in a Royal family Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to helping overcome aparthied. His autobiography gave insight into this most educated and thoughtful man. His book "Long Road to Freedom" allows you to understand the struggle and the man with deep respect. His work goes on with the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund. Inspired by Trevor Huddleston to become an Anglican Priest, Archbishop Tutu constantly worked with the principles of Truth and Nonviolence. His book "Rainbow People of God" gives insight into the struggle and difficulties of aparthied. His work with the Truth and Reconciliation Council was unique in history in helping heal the past wounds of South Africa. "Sometimes strident, often tender, never afraid and seldom without humor, Desmond Tutu's voice will always be the voice of the voiceless." (President Nelson Mandela).
Peter Beneson	Peter Beneson a lawyer in England grew up as a person who was always interested in humanitarian causes. One day while riding a bus in 1961 he read a story in a newspaper about two men toasting Democracy in a restaurant in South America and being arrested and put in jail for life. From that grew the desire to help prisoners of conscience. He got together with others and Amnesty International was born.
Tariq Khamisa	An art student shot in San Diego by a 14 year old gang member who was the first teen tried as an adult for the crime. Tariq's father Azim Khamisa and the Grandfather of his son's killer started a foundation in Tariq's name to help stop teen violence. They speak to over 18,000 at risk for gang children each year with their "Violence Prevention Forum". Azim's book "A Father's Journey from Murder to Forgiveness" is easy to read and a most powerful book on the ability of a Father to forgive his only son's murderer.	Tariq Khamisa Foundation Office