Who we are

DAVID HADDAD, Ed.D.
A systems consultant, and psychologist who in over 30 years of practice has helped clients to identify and maximize their individual strengths and resources. David combines his skills in Appreciative Inquiry and Positive Psychology with his interest in meditation and mindfulness to facilitate his work with individuals, organizations, and communities. David is a Professor at William James College in Boston, Massachusetts where he is engaged in teaching, clinical training, and research.

CLAIRE FIALKOV, Ph.D.
A consultant and psychologist for over 25 years, Claire has a deep belief that a focus on strengths and resources leads to positive change in people and communities. Claire consults with private corporations, non-government organizations (NGO’s), educational institutions, and local community-based groups. Her current projects focus on environmental sustainability, social justice, women’s economic empowerment, and access to mental health care. Claire has numerous publications and is a Professor at William James College in Boston, Massachusetts, USA where she engages in teaching, clinical training, and research.

Our current funding partners, including P & G Children’s Safe Drinking Water Program and Women First International, with in-kind funding from Accor/Fairmont and William James College, are not just supporters, but integral to our mission. Their dedication to improving the physical, economic, and psychological well-being of communities is invaluable, and we deeply appreciate their support and collaboration.

Our current project implementation partners include Community Health Partners, Naasisho Ma and Konema economic empowerment groups, and the Shamiri Institute. The successful implementation and ongoing support of our projects are central to our mission. We are committed to collaborating with like-minded partners who share our dedication to providing resources and building strength in marginalized and neglected communities.

Reflect

Appreciate

Practice

Reflection is an intentional act that refocuses attention

To appreciate is to grow in value

We practice together, harnessing positive affect

In appreciative action, we notice what actions we can take to cultivate what we want more of, and actions that align with our intentions. In appreciative practice, we practice together, and in doing so we harness positive affect and social bonding, key variables for sustainable change.