Testimonials Victims of Violence “India has truly grounded me. During the trip, I felt the most hope since my personal tragedy because there was so much love that I received here.” — Scarlett Lewis, Mother of Jesse Lewis (Newtown, Connecticut) “I am going back from India, with such deep knowledge about the self . The meditation exercises have helped me release negative thoughts. There is an inner strength inside us. We need to cultivate that .” — Ron Davis, Father of Jordan Davis (Jacksonville, Florida) Police Officers “After the trip, I truly understand what ahimsa (nonviolence) means. I am committed to bring the love that I experienced from India to Americausing my platform in law enforcement.” — Lt. Lakesha Burton (Jacksonville,Florida) Listen to Lakesha's testimonial “I feel very fortunate to have been able to visit India. I can see how the meditative breathing techniques that I learnt on this trip, can be life changing - personally and professionally.” — Lt. Jim Evenson (Rochester, Minnesota) Listen to Jim's testimonial Mayors “Violence is a challenge that we have to overcome in America . I am leaving India with the hope that love is attainable and can be shared with all our people including immigrants. As Dr. King said, it is either nonviolence or nonexistence.” — Mayor Ardell Brede (Rochester,Minnesota) “I am taking back with me new insights that will reinvigorate my personal energy and commitment to apply the principles of nonviolence in my leadership role.” — Mayor Matthew Avitabile (Middleburg,New York) Social Activists “The revolution begins inside each one of us.” — Jason Quesada, Former gang member (Los Angeles , California) “The trip to India was a moving experience. It will be inspirational for anyone who wants to move society towards nonviolence and love.” — Dr. Angela Wellman, Music scholar (Oakland, California)