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Toowoomba is a regional city situated approximately 130kms from Brisbane. It is a vibrant town that is multicultural and has become a refugee safe zone. It's motto is "Bold ambitions. Rich Traditions". There are many initiatives and events that work to bring unity in this region. Supported by local government and organisations.
Our vision is to become a Model City of Peace and Harmony in our region. Our Mission is unite with more and more organisations and individuals to progress this. Together to support the different ways of attaining peace and harmony.
Continuing to work with Local Government, Police department, Not-for-Profit Organisations. Providing them with support. Ongoing Interfaith and Multicultural Initiatives to break down any barriers.
1) Group photo is of all organisations supporting the celebrations of International Day of Peace. Photo 2 is of Connie Qu, the 2nd liaison officer. Photo 3 is Uma Kumar the 1st Liaison Officer.
Dr Uma Kumar has been a Heartfulness Volunteer for 21 years and has been a Heartfulness Trainer in the region of Toowoomba since 2016. The centre in Toowoomba was established in 2009 and has made many partnerships with local not-for-profit organizations who are like minded in working for the betterment of the community. The centre has allowed hundreds of people experience meditation and yogic practices. In Heartfulness Institute, Uma Kumar has been a Board Member for 7 years, a Peacefulness Ambassador, she has helped develop programs for Heartfulness Wellbeing which is an international initiative. Occasionally she has presented workshops to Corporates, Universities, Interfaith and Multicultural groups. Her background is in Medicine. She has been a doctor for 24 years and brings the philosophy of Heartfulness into her work in Family Medicine. Uma Kumar has served on the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation Board for nearly 5 years where she was involved in Grants and Research Committee.
Miss Connie Qu- mfmcc.pllc@gmail.com
Pure Land Learning College Association, Heartfulness Institute, Gummingurru Aboriginal Cooperation, Others TBC
I hope to be a sincere representative of my community and be the voice of all partners. With my team we will hope to advance peace and utilise International Cities of Peace as a guide.
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