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Keynote Speakers 2007
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Simon Keyes, director of St Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace
St Ethelburga's was devastated by a massive IRA bomb on April 24, 1993. It has since been rebuilt to as a centre devoted to promoting understanding of the relationship between faith and conflict. The Centre organise many events, including interfaith meetings, cultural events, meditations and workshops. It is
a "place where faiths can meet and learn from their differences". For more information see:
http://www.stethelburgas.org/
Simon will be speaking on the morning of Saturday 14th April.
Spike discovered Raja Yoga after turning his back on a life of crime, substance abuse and negativity. He has used the practices taught by the Brahma Kumaris to rebuild his life in a wholly positive way.
He is Chair of a Social Enterprise entitled Community Consultants (South Kilburn) Ltd and has completed an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Community Leadership with Middlesex University . He is currently studying an MBA at Cranfield School of Management.
He was one of 2 VCS advisors on a panel set up by the Neighbourhood Renewal Unit, DfES, and the Home Office researching the impact of resident's involvement in Community Regeneration. He now sits on an Expert Panel commissioned by the ODPM to oversee the evaluation of the UK Govt's National Strategy for Neighborhood Renewal. He has wide experience in governance with roles including local, regional, national and international alliances, associations and organisations.
He hopes that his own transformation will be an inspiration for others.
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