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Donors
The Bartholomew J. Lawson Foundation for Children (BJLFC) has been the primary funding source for the early stages of REACH Grenada. BJLFC is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) U.S. organization that was established in 2003 by Dr. Karen Lawson following the untimely passing of her husband, Bart Lawson, Ambassador-at-Large for Grenada.Bart's work centered on the integration of values-based medicine into NYC and the nation's network of healthcare. His philosophy was materialized through programs that promoted health, literacy, safe physical environments and academic excellence programs for children. REACH Grenada is seen as a living testimony to Bart and a continuance of his spirit of faith in the inherent goodness of humankind.
Partners
The Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation (WINDREF) of St. George's University in Grenada, seeks to advance health and environmental development through multi-disciplinary research and education programs. As an organization, it strives for program excellence by promoting collaborative relationships between internationally recognized scholars and regional scientists and by adhering to the highest ethical and academic standards in the design and conduct of research.
Laluna, one of Grenada's premier boutique hotels, has always been involved in the local community, particularly after Hurricane Ivan that destroyed 90% of the island in September 2004. Owners Bernardo and Wendy are happy to support REACH Grenada programs as they passionately believe that tourism today must contribute to local charitable organizations and programs.Formed in January 1994, the Significant Others (SO) Organization is comprised of spouses, partners, children, and other family members of students, faculty, and staff of St. George’s University. The intent of the organization is to help SOs adjust to life on the island of Grenada, provide social activities to help enrich the lives of SOs and facilitate volunteer efforts and service projects in the community. The SO Organization currently includes 130 members.
Karma Kids Yoga is being incorporated into our children's yoga and meditation programs. It's is a fun, creative approach to yoga that can be very helpful for children whose bodies are still developing. The use of animated poses and basic stretching exercises promote strength, flexibility, coordination and body awareness. Breathing and visualization techniques teach kids how to focus, relax and develop self-control.Advisors
Our team of advisors is made up of experts in education, child development, yoga, as well as individuals able to lend administrative support.
* Ms. Elaine Moreton is a highly effective Education Consultant Adviser based in London, UK. As Director at UK Education Action Zone, she successfully implemented education programmes to raise achievement in literacy and ICT as well as initiatives based on action research, to improve social and emotional wellbeing that impacts on attitudes to learning.
* Hazel Da Breo, Ph.D is a Psychotherapist in private practice. Having studied and worked in Toronto for thirty years, in 2005 she took up work in the Caribbean, in the field of Psycho-Social Reconstruction and Development. The largest part of her work then included the development and presentation of psycho-educational programs for both perpetrators and victims of Intimate Partner Violence, and Sexual Violence against Children. She frequently returns to Canada to lecture and present workshops in this area.
* Dr. Richard Honigman F.A.A.P. is a general pediatrician with 30 years of private practice experience. His medical interests include pediatric hematology, neurodevelopmental disorders, healthcare administration and patient advocacy. He has served as a speaker for the Nassau Pediatric Society (NY), and participated in office-based clinical research. He attended NYU's Metropolitan Leadership Program and obtained his M.D. at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in 1976.
* Dr. T. Berry Brazelton is a world-renowned pediatrician whose work has transformed the way that a generation of parents and physicians understand, care for and support children and their families. Since 1988, Dr. Brazelton has held appointments as Clinical Professor of Pediatrics Emeritus at Harvard Medical School, where he still teaches and conducts research, and Professor of Psychiatry and Human Development at Brown University.
* Dr. Joshua Sparrow is assistant professor in psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School, supervisor of inpatient psychiatry at Children's Hospital, Boston, and associate director of the Brazelton Touchpoints Center. He has served as associate professor of psychiatry at the School of Medicine of the University of Marseille in France.* Ms. Anna Chobor is a child development specialist with expertise in literacy research and children's advocacy in the US, the French West Indies and Latin America.
* Lindsay Haffner Eagleton is a Vinyasa, pre-natal and children’s yoga instructor. She assisted in designing a Yoga and Meditation program at Queen Elizabeth Home (QEH) for children and care workers. Lindsay is also one of REACH Grenada’s ‘on the ground’ coordinators and volunteer recruiters for the psychosocial project at QEH. She is honored to be a part of REACH Grenada and to incorporate the practice of Karma yoga and service to others into her life. She currently resides in Grenada with her husband Chris who attends St. George’s University.
* Jill Broome is a British Academy award winning television producer and successful entrepreneur. She provides both communications and commercial advice. Her focus is on how to spread the message as well as inputting into the charity’s business model.
Contributors
UK Company Jolly Learning Ltd (www.jollylearning.co.uk) has donated a variety of Jolly Phonics resources for use in the St. Andrew Parish School classrooms including books and dvds. (estimated value £300)UK Usborne Publishing Ltd (www.usborne.com) who have donated approx £650 worth of books for the St. Andrew Parish School classrooms.
