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Justice and Unity

by Alan Delery Ever since my early years of college, I have actively pursued justice. I felt like that was my calling in life. I majored in criminal justice and shortly after was introduced to the idea of restorative justice through an organization…

Living

Through the years, I have been involved in a variety of peacemaking efforts. I have trained teachers and students in conflict resolution, I have provided direct conflict resolution services, and I have coordinated service-learning projects…
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MLK Day Peace Ride

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What’s Your Vantage Point for 2021?

Vantage - a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view. Do you want a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view for 2021? I invite you to join me in morning reflection…
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1-2-3 Jailbreak

By Alan Delery Take a moment and think about your favorite childhood game or activity?  When I reflect on this question, two answers usually come to mind. If you are reading this post and grew up in New Orleans in the 1970’s, you are familiar…
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Algiers Peace Rides

Join the movement and support New Orleans Complete Streets Coalition by participating in the Algiers Peace Rides. COMING SOON!!! Positive Impact is in Phase 1 of implementing these Peace Rides. We are looking for high school students in Algiers…

Working Together

By Alan Delery While celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary, I was on the balcony of my room overlooking the beach. It was early morning before the crowds began to set up. As I looked down, I noticed two young men working out together. While…
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Calling All Humans

By Alan Delery This message is for EVERYONE that has breath. (Stop and take a moment and notice if you are breathing.) If you are breathing then I'm talking to you. Next, I want you to think about everyone you know that is breathing and make…
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Ready, Set, Go!

by Alan Delery Today’s reflection is on the violence in the city of New Orleans and in our nation. My heart has been heavy as I listened to the news. I have a concern about the recent escalation of our relationship with Iran and the impact…