IAHV’s aim is to develop a more peaceful, just and sustainable world through creating and promoting programs of personal development while encouraging everyday practice of human values. It also offers community education programs that cultivate awareness of shared values among diverse cultures. Trauma and Stress Relief courses are being offered free of charge or at discounted prices in New Orleans since Katrina.

“The course gave me much more than I expected. I was able to feel free and relaxed. I was able to find some peace where I had none. I had a feeling of peace, greater awareness, and relaxation: something I didn’t think I would feel again.”
~ Anonymous woman, Whitney Bank

“Based upon the results of the seminar evaluations completed by the youth on the final day, it appears that their perspective and outlook on life were enhanced immeasurably. Practicing the breathing and meditation exercises taught by the trainer in an experiential manner helped the youth the feel at ease by providing a recipe with which they can handle stressful situations and challenging circumstances.”
-Ben Meyers, Social Worker, Terrebonne Parish Juvenile Detention Center

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