A Shared Commitment in Service to Humanity: LPHF Founder Honored with Meeting 2 Lord Mayors in London
LONDON, UK — Whilst in London, LPHF Founder, Dr. and Master Sha had the great privilege of meeting two Lord Mayors who are deeply committed to service, love, and uplifting their communities. These meetings served as a profound reminder of the power of collective action and the importance of working together to create a brighter, more harmonious world.
A Shared Commitment to Service with the Lord Mayor of Wandsworth
Dr. and Master Sha was privileged to meet Councillor Sana Jafri, the Lord Mayor of Wandsworth. Councillor Sana Jafri is an immigration lawyer, equality champion, human rights activist and community worker. She previously served as Deputy Mayor and takes over the role from the previous Mayor, Councillor Juliana Annan. Councillor Jafri is a mother of two who was born in Tooting and still lives there. She volunteers with local youth groups and charities, campaigns for equality and human rights and has raised funds for St George’s Hospital. In addition to her previous role as Deputy Mayor, Councillor Jafri served as Chair of both the Wandsworth Agreed Syllabus Conference and the Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education.
Follow the Mayor of Wandsworth on Twitter at @WandsworthMayor
The Wandsworth Borough Council, under Councillor Jafri’s leadership, focuses on community welfare, social support programs, and initiatives to uplift local residents, embodying the spirit of selfless giving.
During their meeting, Councillor Jafri presented Dr. and Master Sha with the esteemed Mayoral pin—an emblem of the borough’s commitment to service, symbolized by the motto “We Serve.” The Wandsworth Mayoral pin carries special significance—it was pioneered by former Lord Mayor of Wandsworth, Coun Cooper, in 2012, the first mayor in London to create a pin to specifically acknowledge people who are pillars of the community.
Coun Cooper said: "For 300,000 people [in the borough of Wandsworth] there should be something to recognise the resident associations, school governors and good neighbours. When someone sees it, and gets talking, people can find out about the work they are doing. There are so many good people around. I think the more they get recognised and the more people know about these people, more will get more involved."
For Dr. and Master Sha, this pin and its motto are a message deeply aligned with his lifelong mission to help humanity heal and transform through Love, Peace & Harmony.
Honoring Humanity with the Lord Mayor of Southwark
Further strengthening his connection with London’s civic leaders, Dr. and Master Sha also met Councillor Naima Ali, the Lord Mayor of Southwark. Deeply committed to diversity, social justice, and community development, Councillor Ali plays a vital role in supporting Southwark residents through various programs focused on housing, education, and mental health. Councillor Ali, has lived in the UK since the late 1990s. She brings nearly three decades of lived and professional experience to the role. Naima’s journey into politics was driven by a deep love for humanity and a commitment to supporting the most vulnerable and voiceless in the community.
Elected as a councillor in 2022, Naima has been a passionate advocate for social justice. She is dedicated to fighting Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), which has led to her appointment as an FGM Ambassador for Southwark. As Deputy Mayor, Naima built strong community connections by sharing personal and professional experiences and promoting integration. As Mayor, she aims to make Southwark the most fair and welcoming place to live, work, and visit. In her spare time, Naima loves to spend time with her family and socialising with friends.
In her acceptance speech the Mayor stated, “I have experienced hardship and adversity since I stepped foot in the UK, and in my 17 years of working with people with drug addiction, I have found my greatest teachers. I aim to bridge the gap and work on connecting our communities. I am guided in the belief that humanity comes before anything else and together we can make a difference. Together we will forge a brighter, more inclusive and equitable future for all our residents in Southwark.”
Follow the Mayor of Southwark on Instagram at @Naima.Ali07
During their meeting, Councillor Ali honored Dr. and Master Sha with a Southwark coat of arms pin and a beautifully crafted tie, symbolizing their shared dedication to serving others with heart and soul. The Southwark coat of arms includes the borough’s motto ‘United to Serve’ underscoring the borough’s values and community's commitment to unity and service. Receiving this pin is an honor that signifies recognition of an individual's or organization's alignment with these values and contributions to the community.
The conversation shared between Councillor Ali and Dr. and Master Sha during their meeting highlighted the importance of the messages and values of Love Peace and Harmony and how together, we can create a brighter future for all of humanity.
How Everyone Can Be a Part of Creating Positive Change
Dr. and Master Sha’s recognition from these esteemed leaders is a testament to the universal need for love, peace, and harmony in today’s world. But meaningful change does not require a title or position—anyone, anywhere, can make a difference.
Here are some simple ways to create positive change in your community:
Start Small, Start Today: Whether it’s at a local shelter, community center, senior home, refugee support center, or even your workplace, bringing love, peace and harmony to others’ lives starts with one simple step. You don’t need a large team or extensive resources—just a desire to serve. Whether through small gestures of appreciation, volunteerism, team-building activities, or wellness practices, your efforts can create a more harmonious and uplifting environment for all.
Offer Your Time – Whether volunteering at a local shelter, food bank, community center, or educational program, giving back to those in need fosters compassion and strengthens communities. Even a few hours of service can have a lasting impact on someone’s life.
Support Community Initiatives – Participate in charitable programs, donate to causes that create positive change, or help raise awareness for local and global efforts.
Cultivate Inner Peace – Through wellness practices which can help individuals cultivate peace within themselves, which has a ripple affect on the world around them.
Offer a Space for Connection: Many people in experience stress, trauma, and isolation, and having a safe, welcoming space to breathe, connect, and feel supported can make an incredible difference. Simply holding space for conversation and being present for others can profoundly impact someone’s well-being. Support and empower others like encouraging a friend, mentoring someone, or simply listen without judgment. You can also share resources to support people’s wellness like our Love Peace Harmony song and the Love Peace Harmony Field™, which are available for free on our website for anyone to benefit from at any time.
Be Empowered as a Trained Love Peace Harmony Volunteer to Share the Love Peace Harmony Field™: Whether it’s at a local shelter, community center, senior home, refugee support center, or even your workplace, you can become a trained LPHF Volunteer empowered to lead sessions with the Love Peace Harmony Field™. Many organizations welcome volunteers who can contribute emotional wellness practices, whether through music, meditation, mindfulness, or community-building activities. Find a group near you, or partner with an existing organization and space to bring these tools to those who need them most. Learn more about our volunteer program and how you can serve in community with it here.
Continuing the Mission of Love, Peace, and Harmony
As the world faces numerous challenges, collaboration, compassion, and service remain essential to creating a better future. The inspiring leadership of Dr. and Master Sha, alongside dedicated civic leaders like Lord Mayor Sana Jafri and Lord Mayor Naima Ali, serves as a beacon of hope—demonstrating that through unity, we can heal, uplift, and transform lives.
Let us all be inspired to serve, heal, and bring more love, peace, and harmony to the world.