Often times it seems that many of us doubt that one person can truly make a difference. Then, all of a sudden, we cross paths with an awe-inspiring individual who completely changes our mind. Our world is actually full of these leaders - leaders influencing the world in respect to social responsibility, human rights, and the environment. As the director of the Global Peace Film Festival held in Orlando, Nina Streich is in fact one of these leaders. She is a passionate advocate for Peace and has overcome many barriers to create positive change. Despite her global contacts, many of them famous, Streich has a rather humble, and admirable, approach.

The Global Peace Film Festival, in its sixth year, is one of Orlando’s most significant cultural events. The Festival will be held September 17 – 21, 2008, with a mission to educate and inspire through the art of film. Through the power of this medium, the Festival aims to move people beyond their political, geographic and personal boundaries, to embrace peace. Patrons will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of independent films from many different countries; exploring issues of faith, nonviolence, reconciliation and the environment to overcome the impasses against realizing peace and healing – both spiritual and physical.