Ten Years of Measurable Change in Young People's Lives

“Being in the program hope and Peace has helped me to express my feelings through art without using words.”

“Even though I joined the program later, it was an amazing experience for me. It really helped me express my ideas and emotions more easily and boosted my creativity. The program also allowed me to open up and make new friends who were so supportive and helped me with my artwork. I truly wish everyone could have this kind of outlet, it's been incredibly helpful in my everyday life.”

“Karine Parker with Be Peace – Be Hope continues to amaze me with her approach and methods in Social and Emotional Education and well-being. Arts are the perfect way of teaching Social and Emotional Education since Art comes from our emotional life. Karine Parker and Be Peace - Be Hope take my students on a reflective journey helping us to explore questions about what it is to be human and how we react to our given circumstances.”

“Be Peace – Be Hope has been a meaningful experience for our family. We are grateful for the care, understanding of our culture, and emotional safety the team provides. The trust we built gave us the confidence to let our children attend the leadership summer camp, including spending time away from home.”

“Be Peace - Be Hope has been a source of inspiration for the Hill Art Club. As a result of the partnership, Hill students have had the opportunity to merge Social & Emotional Education and Art. Our students’ ability to express themselves verbally and through their Art has been enhanced tremendously. Students are now equipped to organically incorporate mindfulness into their creative process.”

“Participating in the Be Peace - Be Hope training was a deeply human experience. I learned to better understand my emotions, take care of myself, and build a more peaceful relationship with my students and colleagues. The hands-on activities and shared conversations gave me renewed hope and confidence in each person’s ability to create something positive, even in the midst of crisis. I highly recommend it to teachers, administrators, and parents: it’s a true gift we give ourselves and those around us.”

“I’ve dealt with bullying and problems and Hope and Peace were the only ones I felt I could talk to about it. Every week they would visit Mr. Perkins’ classroom and let us express ourselves. They would not let anyone make me feel like my feelings didn’t matter when they were there. I like talking to Miss Karine. She always has time for me. It was a safe space for 3 years.”

“I started talking to my students about the saboteurs and about their reactions during the exams. We talked about real experiences and we were able to name the reactions: avoider, stickers, hyper rational, hyper achiever... the students were so happy because when we give names to our reactions we can control them and we can also heal ourselves.”

“Thank you so much for teaching me how to come back to myself. Thank you all for your precious time and continuous effort, that you for your compassion. Your words and support made a big difference in my life. Hope you live always in peace and hope. May God enlighten your ways to return as hearts as you can to him.”

“In my Be Peace – Be Hope class, I learned that when someone says something mean, I can pause and take a deep breath. It helps me feel not so bad, and the words don't hurt as much. Then, I start to feel better again.”

“Sign up to the training! You will approach your teaching and your life with a new perspective!”

“Hope and Peace has helped me see new things that I haven’t before. Hope and Peace has given me peace in my mind, they have also shown me how to express my feelings without yelling, crying, or getting mad. Words have power. I remember the superhero lesson they taught me years ago, the hero inside me that needs to come out.”

“This training gave me so much: greater confidence, practical tools, and better collaboration with parents and the team. I highly recommend it to everyone.”

“I applied your advice and the valuable tools you gave us, and I was able to resolve many more difficult situations.”

“Since Youssef joined Be Peace – Be Hope, the concerns about his behavior at school have decreased significantly. It is encouraging to see the progress he is making.”

“The training introduced me to breathing techniques that help me calm down when I feel stressed.”

“What Be Peace – Be Hope has shown me and what I have learned is that you don’t have to be friends with everyone. Showing emotion doesn’t make you weak. It takes a strong person to show emotion, especially around someone who isn’t your friend. Be kind to others in life, just how you would want to be treated. Hope and Peace have helped make me a new person.”

“As long as I have my teachers and art to support me, I feel calm.”

“This training was very enriching and useful. It helped me better understand my emotions, manage stress, and improve my communication with my students. The tools are simple and can be used in the classroom. I highly recommend this training to teachers, administrators, and parents.”

“This training taught me to better understand emotions and recognize their importance in my daily life. I learned to feel more confident and to listen more closely to myself and others. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to grow personally.”

“Thank you so much for this wonderful initiative and all the work you have done. I deeply appreciate that this training was offered, especially for teachers living in the South and those who have experienced war. Your efforts are truly appreciated.”

“Be Peace- Be Hope has helped me to be better in life and control my emotions. I have learned that hope and peace can make you a better person and change your life so much.”

“I am very grateful for this exceptional training. Both the teachers and I benefited enormously from it.”

“I feel better equipped to create a positive and inclusive environment. I discovered the importance of mutual support.”

“I find my own peace by drawing and taking deep breaths whenever I feel overwhelmed or shy. Drawing helps me express my feelings without having to use words, which is great because I'm pretty shy and don't always like talking in front of people.”

“Be Hope does more than share knowledge. It encourages us to reflect deeply on our role and our impact on our students’ lives.”

“Through Be Peace – Be Hope, my daughter has returned to herself. I see again the joyful, expressive girl she was before we resettled.”

“I have had a wonderful experience with Be Peace – Be Hope. They allowed me to put my artwork in front of the world.”

“One day during the training, I was completely exhausted. But when we worked on the tree activity, I found that even my fatigue did not prevent me from participating, sharing my ideas, and staying engaged throughout the session. I was able to put my negative feelings aside.”

“Dear educators, come give your heart a pause, your mind some light, and your teaching renewed energy. In this training, well-being awaits you, hope calls to you, and every step we take together will help your strength grow.”

“Being in the program hope and Peace has helped me to express my feelings through art without using words.”

“Even though I joined the program later, it was an amazing experience for me. It really helped me express my ideas and emotions more easily and boosted my creativity. The program also allowed me to open up and make new friends who were so supportive and helped me with my artwork. I truly wish everyone could have this kind of outlet, it's been incredibly helpful in my everyday life.”

“Karine Parker with Be Peace – Be Hope continues to amaze me with her approach and methods in Social and Emotional Education and well-being. Arts are the perfect way of teaching Social and Emotional Education since Art comes from our emotional life. Karine Parker and Be Peace - Be Hope take my students on a reflective journey helping us to explore questions about what it is to be human and how we react to our given circumstances.”

“Be Peace – Be Hope has been a meaningful experience for our family. We are grateful for the care, understanding of our culture, and emotional safety the team provides. The trust we built gave us the confidence to let our children attend the leadership summer camp, including spending time away from home.”

“Be Peace - Be Hope has been a source of inspiration for the Hill Art Club. As a result of the partnership, Hill students have had the opportunity to merge Social & Emotional Education and Art. Our students’ ability to express themselves verbally and through their Art has been enhanced tremendously. Students are now equipped to organically incorporate mindfulness into their creative process.”

“Participating in the Be Peace - Be Hope training was a deeply human experience. I learned to better understand my emotions, take care of myself, and build a more peaceful relationship with my students and colleagues. The hands-on activities and shared conversations gave me renewed hope and confidence in each person’s ability to create something positive, even in the midst of crisis. I highly recommend it to teachers, administrators, and parents: it’s a true gift we give ourselves and those around us.”

“I’ve dealt with bullying and problems and Hope and Peace were the only ones I felt I could talk to about it. Every week they would visit Mr. Perkins’ classroom and let us express ourselves. They would not let anyone make me feel like my feelings didn’t matter when they were there. I like talking to Miss Karine. She always has time for me. It was a safe space for 3 years.”

“I started talking to my students about the saboteurs and about their reactions during the exams. We talked about real experiences and we were able to name the reactions: avoider, stickers, hyper rational, hyper achiever... the students were so happy because when we give names to our reactions we can control them and we can also heal ourselves.”

“Thank you so much for teaching me how to come back to myself. Thank you all for your precious time and continuous effort, that you for your compassion. Your words and support made a big difference in my life. Hope you live always in peace and hope. May God enlighten your ways to return as hearts as you can to him.”

“In my Be Peace – Be Hope class, I learned that when someone says something mean, I can pause and take a deep breath. It helps me feel not so bad, and the words don't hurt as much. Then, I start to feel better again.”

“Sign up to the training! You will approach your teaching and your life with a new perspective!”

“Hope and Peace has helped me see new things that I haven’t before. Hope and Peace has given me peace in my mind, they have also shown me how to express my feelings without yelling, crying, or getting mad. Words have power. I remember the superhero lesson they taught me years ago, the hero inside me that needs to come out.”

“This training gave me so much: greater confidence, practical tools, and better collaboration with parents and the team. I highly recommend it to everyone.”

“I applied your advice and the valuable tools you gave us, and I was able to resolve many more difficult situations.”

“Since Youssef joined Be Peace – Be Hope, the concerns about his behavior at school have decreased significantly. It is encouraging to see the progress he is making.”

“The training introduced me to breathing techniques that help me calm down when I feel stressed.”

“What Be Peace – Be Hope has shown me and what I have learned is that you don’t have to be friends with everyone. Showing emotion doesn’t make you weak. It takes a strong person to show emotion, especially around someone who isn’t your friend. Be kind to others in life, just how you would want to be treated. Hope and Peace have helped make me a new person.”

“As long as I have my teachers and art to support me, I feel calm.”

“This training was very enriching and useful. It helped me better understand my emotions, manage stress, and improve my communication with my students. The tools are simple and can be used in the classroom. I highly recommend this training to teachers, administrators, and parents.”

“This training taught me to better understand emotions and recognize their importance in my daily life. I learned to feel more confident and to listen more closely to myself and others. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to grow personally.”

“Thank you so much for this wonderful initiative and all the work you have done. I deeply appreciate that this training was offered, especially for teachers living in the South and those who have experienced war. Your efforts are truly appreciated.”

“Be Peace- Be Hope has helped me to be better in life and control my emotions. I have learned that hope and peace can make you a better person and change your life so much.”

“I am very grateful for this exceptional training. Both the teachers and I benefited enormously from it.”

“I feel better equipped to create a positive and inclusive environment. I discovered the importance of mutual support.”

“I find my own peace by drawing and taking deep breaths whenever I feel overwhelmed or shy. Drawing helps me express my feelings without having to use words, which is great because I'm pretty shy and don't always like talking in front of people.”

“Be Hope does more than share knowledge. It encourages us to reflect deeply on our role and our impact on our students’ lives.”

“Through Be Peace – Be Hope, my daughter has returned to herself. I see again the joyful, expressive girl she was before we resettled.”

“I have had a wonderful experience with Be Peace – Be Hope. They allowed me to put my artwork in front of the world.”

“One day during the training, I was completely exhausted. But when we worked on the tree activity, I found that even my fatigue did not prevent me from participating, sharing my ideas, and staying engaged throughout the session. I was able to put my negative feelings aside.”

“Dear educators, come give your heart a pause, your mind some light, and your teaching renewed energy. In this training, well-being awaits you, hope calls to you, and every step we take together will help your strength grow.”

“Being in the program hope and Peace has helped me to express my feelings through art without using words.”

“Even though I joined the program later, it was an amazing experience for me. It really helped me express my ideas and emotions more easily and boosted my creativity. The program also allowed me to open up and make new friends who were so supportive and helped me with my artwork. I truly wish everyone could have this kind of outlet, it's been incredibly helpful in my everyday life.”

“Karine Parker with Be Peace – Be Hope continues to amaze me with her approach and methods in Social and Emotional Education and well-being. Arts are the perfect way of teaching Social and Emotional Education since Art comes from our emotional life. Karine Parker and Be Peace - Be Hope take my students on a reflective journey helping us to explore questions about what it is to be human and how we react to our given circumstances.”

“Be Peace – Be Hope has been a meaningful experience for our family. We are grateful for the care, understanding of our culture, and emotional safety the team provides. The trust we built gave us the confidence to let our children attend the leadership summer camp, including spending time away from home.”

“Be Peace - Be Hope has been a source of inspiration for the Hill Art Club. As a result of the partnership, Hill students have had the opportunity to merge Social & Emotional Education and Art. Our students’ ability to express themselves verbally and through their Art has been enhanced tremendously. Students are now equipped to organically incorporate mindfulness into their creative process.”

“Participating in the Be Peace - Be Hope training was a deeply human experience. I learned to better understand my emotions, take care of myself, and build a more peaceful relationship with my students and colleagues. The hands-on activities and shared conversations gave me renewed hope and confidence in each person’s ability to create something positive, even in the midst of crisis. I highly recommend it to teachers, administrators, and parents: it’s a true gift we give ourselves and those around us.”

“I’ve dealt with bullying and problems and Hope and Peace were the only ones I felt I could talk to about it. Every week they would visit Mr. Perkins’ classroom and let us express ourselves. They would not let anyone make me feel like my feelings didn’t matter when they were there. I like talking to Miss Karine. She always has time for me. It was a safe space for 3 years.”

“I started talking to my students about the saboteurs and about their reactions during the exams. We talked about real experiences and we were able to name the reactions: avoider, stickers, hyper rational, hyper achiever... the students were so happy because when we give names to our reactions we can control them and we can also heal ourselves.”

“Thank you so much for teaching me how to come back to myself. Thank you all for your precious time and continuous effort, that you for your compassion. Your words and support made a big difference in my life. Hope you live always in peace and hope. May God enlighten your ways to return as hearts as you can to him.”

“In my Be Peace – Be Hope class, I learned that when someone says something mean, I can pause and take a deep breath. It helps me feel not so bad, and the words don't hurt as much. Then, I start to feel better again.”

“Sign up to the training! You will approach your teaching and your life with a new perspective!”

“Hope and Peace has helped me see new things that I haven’t before. Hope and Peace has given me peace in my mind, they have also shown me how to express my feelings without yelling, crying, or getting mad. Words have power. I remember the superhero lesson they taught me years ago, the hero inside me that needs to come out.”

“This training gave me so much: greater confidence, practical tools, and better collaboration with parents and the team. I highly recommend it to everyone.”

“I applied your advice and the valuable tools you gave us, and I was able to resolve many more difficult situations.”

“Since Youssef joined Be Peace – Be Hope, the concerns about his behavior at school have decreased significantly. It is encouraging to see the progress he is making.”

“The training introduced me to breathing techniques that help me calm down when I feel stressed.”

“What Be Peace – Be Hope has shown me and what I have learned is that you don’t have to be friends with everyone. Showing emotion doesn’t make you weak. It takes a strong person to show emotion, especially around someone who isn’t your friend. Be kind to others in life, just how you would want to be treated. Hope and Peace have helped make me a new person.”

“As long as I have my teachers and art to support me, I feel calm.”

“This training was very enriching and useful. It helped me better understand my emotions, manage stress, and improve my communication with my students. The tools are simple and can be used in the classroom. I highly recommend this training to teachers, administrators, and parents.”

“This training taught me to better understand emotions and recognize their importance in my daily life. I learned to feel more confident and to listen more closely to myself and others. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to grow personally.”

“Thank you so much for this wonderful initiative and all the work you have done. I deeply appreciate that this training was offered, especially for teachers living in the South and those who have experienced war. Your efforts are truly appreciated.”

“Be Peace- Be Hope has helped me to be better in life and control my emotions. I have learned that hope and peace can make you a better person and change your life so much.”

“I am very grateful for this exceptional training. Both the teachers and I benefited enormously from it.”

“I feel better equipped to create a positive and inclusive environment. I discovered the importance of mutual support.”

“I find my own peace by drawing and taking deep breaths whenever I feel overwhelmed or shy. Drawing helps me express my feelings without having to use words, which is great because I'm pretty shy and don't always like talking in front of people.”

“Be Hope does more than share knowledge. It encourages us to reflect deeply on our role and our impact on our students’ lives.”

“Through Be Peace – Be Hope, my daughter has returned to herself. I see again the joyful, expressive girl she was before we resettled.”

“I have had a wonderful experience with Be Peace – Be Hope. They allowed me to put my artwork in front of the world.”

“One day during the training, I was completely exhausted. But when we worked on the tree activity, I found that even my fatigue did not prevent me from participating, sharing my ideas, and staying engaged throughout the session. I was able to put my negative feelings aside.”

“Dear educators, come give your heart a pause, your mind some light, and your teaching renewed energy. In this training, well-being awaits you, hope calls to you, and every step we take together will help your strength grow.”