| There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil to one who is striking at the roots. ~ Henry David Thoreau |
Rae Sikora has been a spokesperson for
animals, the environment, and human rights for
over 25 years. Her innovative programs have
been changing people’s vision of what is
possible to create in our lives and in the world.
Rae has worked internationally with participants
ranging from teachers, students, businesses
and activists to prisoners. As co-founder of the
Center for Compassionate Living and The
International Institute for Humane Education, Rae
created interactive critical thinking tools that are
now being used by teachers around the globe.
She holds degrees in cultural anthropology and
environmental education from The University of
Wisconsin. Rae draws from years of experience
to help individuals and groups discover how
implementing changes personally/locally can
bring about change globally.
animals, the environment, and human rights for
over 25 years. Her innovative programs have
been changing people’s vision of what is
possible to create in our lives and in the world.
Rae has worked internationally with participants
ranging from teachers, students, businesses
and activists to prisoners. As co-founder of the
Center for Compassionate Living and The
International Institute for Humane Education, Rae
created interactive critical thinking tools that are
now being used by teachers around the globe.
She holds degrees in cultural anthropology and
environmental education from The University of
Wisconsin. Rae draws from years of experience
to help individuals and groups discover how
implementing changes personally/locally can
bring about change globally.
JC Corcoran co-founded and was president of VegMichigan, the state’s largest
vegetarian organization. He has a BS in Emergency Medicine and is a certified
fitness instructor. This retired fire captain, paramedic and training officer has
been leading programs on plant-based nutrition and the environmental impact of
our food choices for over 7 years. JC publishes one of the nation’s most popular
vegan lifestyle e-newsletters, News For Life.
vegetarian organization. He has a BS in Emergency Medicine and is a certified
fitness instructor. This retired fire captain, paramedic and training officer has
been leading programs on plant-based nutrition and the environmental impact of
our food choices for over 7 years. JC publishes one of the nation’s most popular
vegan lifestyle e-newsletters, News For Life.
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Testimonials for Rae and JC
"Rae Sikora has a unique talent to educate, entertain, and
enlighten all at the same time. She never leaves a group
without adding them to her circle of friends. If Rae was in
charge of the world we would be living in peace."
Howard Lyman, Founder - Voice for a Viable Future, Author
of the books Mad Cowboy & No More Bull
"Rae Sikora is not just a good speaker, she is a good listener,
and THAT is what makes her so effective at working with
groups. Being able to really hear concerns from her
audience, and then being able to address those concerns
plus the sometimes bigger issues that their vocalized
concerns are masking -- that is why Rae is so effective at
helping people to see and think in new ways."
JoAnn Farb, Author of Compassionate Souls: Raising the
Next Generation to Change the World
"Rae Sikora is a very gifted orator and an excellent
workshop leader. I have had the opportunity to take several
classes, workshops and a weekend seminar that she has led,
and I can assure you that my life has been enriched and my
skills in dealing with others enhanced due to my work with
Rae. She brings great understanding and empathy to
enhancing our relationships with each other, the animals and
the Earth."
Jean P. Hollowell, Attorney
"Rae Sikora has had a profound impact on my life – her way
of being, relating and communicating has shaped me in ways
I am eternally grateful for. Rae modeled such powerful
communication for me at a workshop in Maine one year that I
changed the course of my work. She is a visionary with an
undying commitment to bring healing and compassion to all
parts of Earth. She is down-to-earth, humble and creative and
I continue to call on her for advice."
Daniella Dennenberg
Director of Organizational and Higher Education
Partnerships, Northwest Earth Institute, Portland Oregon
"Rae Sikora's presentation to activists in our area was the
perfect weapon against burnout!"
Barry Crozier, Staff Advisor, S.E.T.A. (Students for the
Ethical Treatment of Animals) and President of the Nova
Scotia Humane Society
"Rae Sikora is quite simply one of the most inspiring people
that I've ever had the opportunity to meet."
Lauren Corman, Host/Producer Animal Voices, CIUT 89.5 FM
Toronto
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“JC Corcoran is a leading voice for humanity on the
integration of compassion, ecology and optimal human
nutrition. His experience in emergency medicine and
community leadership combine with decades of scientific
review to offer his audiences an unparalleled and dynamic
experience. JC presents from his heart, sharing a vision of
what’s possible when we choose to live in truth and
sustainability.”
Dr. Kerrie Saunders, MS, LLP, PhD
Author, consultant and lecturer
“JC Corcoran’s... wit and wisdom makes him a talented
speaker. His wealth of knowledge combined with a passion
to share it, provided him the ability to thoroughly convey his
message. On many occasions, throughout the years, he
inspired students to make positive changes in their lives!”
Kathy Gauthier, MA, Executive Director
Irene's Myomassology Institute
“JC Corcoran has those rare qualities that inspire an
audience to make positive change in their lives immediately...
He walks the walk, talks the talk and gets inspirational results
from his wonderful efforts.”
Dr. Heather Koeppel, D.C., F.I.A.C.A.
Academic Director, Athens Institute of Massage
“JC Corcoran is an effective and persuasive speaker. His
presentation even prompted me to make changes in my life.
He exhibits a nice balance between knowledge of his subject
and personally appealing to his audience.”
Delmar Schmidt
Program Director
WFRN-TV, City of Ferndale, Michigan
“JC Corcoran's impressive body of knowledge combined
with his engaging and entertaining presentation style makes
him a highly effective speaker. As a leader of a campus
organization, I've had the privilege to bring many prominent
speakers to our university, and JC ranks among the very top
we've had the pleasure of hosting. JC is especially adept at
connecting with his audience, encouraging discussion, and
answering wide-ranging questions. The audience departed
not only with profound new insights, but perhaps more
significantly, inspiration and motivation to take action.”
Eric Griffith, Librarian
Faculty Advisor, Speak Out for Species
University of Georgia
"Rae Sikora has a unique talent to educate, entertain, and
enlighten all at the same time. She never leaves a group
without adding them to her circle of friends. If Rae was in
charge of the world we would be living in peace."
Howard Lyman, Founder - Voice for a Viable Future, Author
of the books Mad Cowboy & No More Bull
"Rae Sikora is not just a good speaker, she is a good listener,
and THAT is what makes her so effective at working with
groups. Being able to really hear concerns from her
audience, and then being able to address those concerns
plus the sometimes bigger issues that their vocalized
concerns are masking -- that is why Rae is so effective at
helping people to see and think in new ways."
JoAnn Farb, Author of Compassionate Souls: Raising the
Next Generation to Change the World
"Rae Sikora is a very gifted orator and an excellent
workshop leader. I have had the opportunity to take several
classes, workshops and a weekend seminar that she has led,
and I can assure you that my life has been enriched and my
skills in dealing with others enhanced due to my work with
Rae. She brings great understanding and empathy to
enhancing our relationships with each other, the animals and
the Earth."
Jean P. Hollowell, Attorney
"Rae Sikora has had a profound impact on my life – her way
of being, relating and communicating has shaped me in ways
I am eternally grateful for. Rae modeled such powerful
communication for me at a workshop in Maine one year that I
changed the course of my work. She is a visionary with an
undying commitment to bring healing and compassion to all
parts of Earth. She is down-to-earth, humble and creative and
I continue to call on her for advice."
Daniella Dennenberg
Director of Organizational and Higher Education
Partnerships, Northwest Earth Institute, Portland Oregon
"Rae Sikora's presentation to activists in our area was the
perfect weapon against burnout!"
Barry Crozier, Staff Advisor, S.E.T.A. (Students for the
Ethical Treatment of Animals) and President of the Nova
Scotia Humane Society
"Rae Sikora is quite simply one of the most inspiring people
that I've ever had the opportunity to meet."
Lauren Corman, Host/Producer Animal Voices, CIUT 89.5 FM
Toronto
*****************************************************************************
“JC Corcoran is a leading voice for humanity on the
integration of compassion, ecology and optimal human
nutrition. His experience in emergency medicine and
community leadership combine with decades of scientific
review to offer his audiences an unparalleled and dynamic
experience. JC presents from his heart, sharing a vision of
what’s possible when we choose to live in truth and
sustainability.”
Dr. Kerrie Saunders, MS, LLP, PhD
Author, consultant and lecturer
“JC Corcoran’s... wit and wisdom makes him a talented
speaker. His wealth of knowledge combined with a passion
to share it, provided him the ability to thoroughly convey his
message. On many occasions, throughout the years, he
inspired students to make positive changes in their lives!”
Kathy Gauthier, MA, Executive Director
Irene's Myomassology Institute
“JC Corcoran has those rare qualities that inspire an
audience to make positive change in their lives immediately...
He walks the walk, talks the talk and gets inspirational results
from his wonderful efforts.”
Dr. Heather Koeppel, D.C., F.I.A.C.A.
Academic Director, Athens Institute of Massage
“JC Corcoran is an effective and persuasive speaker. His
presentation even prompted me to make changes in my life.
He exhibits a nice balance between knowledge of his subject
and personally appealing to his audience.”
Delmar Schmidt
Program Director
WFRN-TV, City of Ferndale, Michigan
“JC Corcoran's impressive body of knowledge combined
with his engaging and entertaining presentation style makes
him a highly effective speaker. As a leader of a campus
organization, I've had the privilege to bring many prominent
speakers to our university, and JC ranks among the very top
we've had the pleasure of hosting. JC is especially adept at
connecting with his audience, encouraging discussion, and
answering wide-ranging questions. The audience departed
not only with profound new insights, but perhaps more
significantly, inspiration and motivation to take action.”
Eric Griffith, Librarian
Faculty Advisor, Speak Out for Species
University of Georgia
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