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Annual Holiday Support Event by Global Enlightenment Academy

Every year, as Holidays approach, we come together to support our homeless community by gathering donations, clothes, and necessities. Our mission is to bring warmth and comfort to those in need through “Giving Bags” and healthy meals.

Purchase a “Giving Bag” with a $50 donation

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PAST EVENT
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Guest Speaker at MASTERY CIRCLE INTERNATIONAL, California group

Maryam Sharifi presented a Global Enlightenment mission and vision and call to action.

Pompano Beach, FL

January 28, 2025

PAST EVENT
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Zoom presentation at Women’s Coffee Club – Where is the Gap?

At this event, Maryam Sharifi presented the Global Enlightenment Academy to the Women’s Coffee Club, an online group. She shared her personal journey, revealing the vulnerable experiences that inspired her to create the Academy. Maryam concluded with a call to action, inviting others to join GEA and collaborate in bringing this inspiring vision to life.

February 15, 2024

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UPW virtual with GEA community


Friendly gathering for 4 days of Unleash the Power Within by Tony Robbins virtual event.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

November 9, 2023

PAST EVENT
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Zoom Presentation- Creating GEA Community

First Global Enlightenment Academy presentation online at the Women’s Coffee Club. 

Fort Lauderdale, FL

November 2, 2023

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First live presentation of Global Enlightenmen

First live presentation of Global Enlightenment Academy and non-profit

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

September 26,2023

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Zoom Presentation at Women’s Coffee Club

Maryam Sharifi talked about her story for the first time and how Global Enlightenment Academy was born.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

August/31/2023

PAST EVENT
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Launch of Global Enlightenment Academy Book

The journey to create the Global Enlightenment Academy began with the establishment of a nonprofit organization in January 2023, culminating in 1,002 days of dedication and effort. The founder’s story was featured in the book “The Calling: Inside the World of Nonprofit Heroes”. The book launch was celebrated with both online and in-person presentations.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

August 1, 2023

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1st UPW Virtual- During COVID

Maryam Sharifi organized a retreat in a cabin in the Big Bear mountain area, and together spent 5 days of immersive experience.

San Bernardino, CA

July 16, 2020

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Global Enlightenment Presentation

Maryam Sharifi presentated her Global Enlightenment Academy vision.

Thousand Oaks, California

February 13, 2020

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First Global Enlightenment Academy presentation

First Global Enlightenment Academy presentation in front a of over 3,500 people from 87 countries at Mega Events

 Anaheim, California

November 19, 2019

PAST EVENT
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Client’s Appreciation Event at Underwood Farm

Celebrating nature.

Moorpark, California

October 17, 2019

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Compassionate Communication Skills

Speaker Seymour Koblin, the founder and academic director of the International School of Healing Art, shared with the audience creative tools to navigate their way through the sacred journey of “Relation Ships.”

Calabasas, California

December 9, 2018

PAST EVENT
Jazz wine event

Jazz & Wine Event at J. Hamilton Wines

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA

This event was designed to celebrate the vibrant world of jazz while also supporting our local winery. We aimed to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fostered connections within our community. Attendees enjoyed the rich sounds of jazz, complemented

by exquisite local wines, making it an unforgettable experience of music, culture, and camaraderie.

October 19, 2013

PAST EVENT
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Emotional Reflection & Healing at Abra Gallery

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA

Our Speaker Seymour Koblin spoke about “The Compassionate Communication Skills”. He shared with us tools for conflict resolution and how to use your emotions and feelings to heal your relationships.

September 15, 2013

PAST EVENT
Beauty, health

Beauty, Health & Wellness Seminar

CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA

Speakers at this event will explore the contrast between Eastern philosophy and Western philosophy in approaching health and wellness. They will guide us in shifting our focus and expectations to achieve transformative outcomes.

October 12, 2010

The Homeless Project: Annual Thanksgiving Support Event

September 1, 2024

Every year, as Thanksgiving approaches, we come together to support our homeless community by gathering donations, clothes, and necessities. Our mission is to bring warmth and comfort to those in need through our Giving Bags and homemade meals.

HOW YOU CAN PARTICIPATE

  • LOCAL SUPPORT: Join our team to help organize and execute this event. Contact us at Gea.Academy1002@gmail.com, or call us at 818-577-0828.
  • NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT: Contribute by purchasing a Giving Bag for a $50.00 donation. Your generosity helps provide essential items and a sense of hope to those less fortunate.

WHAT’S INSIDE THE GIVING BAG

  • Socks
  • Gloves
  • Snacks (granola bars, nuts, etc.)
  • Water bottle (we encourage non-plastic bottles)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • And more!
  • Toothbrush and Toothpaste
  • Comb
  • Shaving tools for men
  • Flushable wipes
  • Soap

ADDITIONAL PLANS

We are contacting grocery stores for donations of recyclable bags and food items such as fruits, canned goods, nuts, and other nonperishable items.

Share your resources for location and delivery! Join us for a fun and meaningful event where volunteers come together to prepare Giving Bags for distribution

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION

  • EMAIL: Gea.Academy1002@gmail.com
  • CONTACT NUMBER: 954-372-0054.
  • WEBSITE: www.GlobalEnlightenmentAcademy.com
  • FACEBOOK: Global Enlightenment Academy & Community
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Matthew Collinson
Creative Paths Strategist

As the Creative Paths Strategist at the helm of Collinson Creations, Matthew Collinson is a visionary leader who specializes in transforming abstract visions into tangible realities across a spectrum of creative services including document creation, digital graphics, video, and audio editing. His entrepreneurial spirit is set to expand his venture into a comprehensive creative agency.

Beyond his business, Matthew is significantly contributing to the Global Enlightenment Academy by strategizing and co-developing an eBook with Maryam Sharifi. This project, which documents Maryam’s history and includes vision-building exercises, aligns with the academy’s aim to build a self-sustaining resort and community for shared knowledge and collaborative living. Through both Collinson Creations and his work with the Global Enlightenment Academy, Matthew embodies the essence of innovation and collaboration, dedicated to empowering individuals to manifest their visions and foster a global community of enlightened minds.

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