Basil Anik is a fisherman in the Philippines who makes dried fish and pearl brooches. He volunteers his home to host educational programs for children, despite hardships from war and natural disasters destroying his home multiple times. Anik began making pearl brooches and now apprentices help him create the intricate designs from local materials like silver and mother of pearl to provide income. The document requests donations to support Anik's craftsmanship and help continue empowering his community.

1. Welcome toOne World Institute’s “Pearls for Peace”a project for the soul….FeaturingBasil Anik, Artist Artisan Craftsmanship From the Seas of Southern Philippines December 2010

3. When we first started “Movie Nights”, we were expecting 50 children. Instead, almost 300 came from all the stilt houses --- but due to the unexpected heavy weight of these movie-goers, the bridge fell. We had to postpone the project until the community’s residents fetched bamboo from the mountains to rebuild and reinforce the bridge. Bas’ “tulay” (bridge yard over the water) for “Movie Nights”

4. One day at a time… life changed for the residents of the Tulay.

5. Children come to read with volunteers from the local schools. Games and contests are organized for them during special holidays. Bas is also now supervising a “Basketball for Peace Program.” Teams compete on a beach court when low tide sets in. Basketball teams’ uniforms are made locally for US$100.00 per team. The donor gets his own colors and company name on the uniforms. At the end of each final tournament, the players keep their uniforms.

6. Most of the young adults in 2010 came to get tutored at the Tulay. All of them have graduated. As they look forward to being in high school, we celebrate their achievements as milestones. Bas’ House – Children coming for school supplies from The One World Institute

7. Bas began experimenting with creating brooches by following instructions from a “do-it-yourself” book. Today, your donation of every pin provides pocket money for food to the apprenticeswho come to assist in polishing and shining the finished products. Bas cannot make new brooches until he dispatches this batch because he had invested his savings for tools and materials.

8. In areas where war can wreak havoc and destroy communities, a sustainable livelihood through the artisan craftsmanship of these “pearls for peace” saves many lives. We thank you for making it possible for Basil Anik and his apprentices to continue creating one-of-a-kind brooches.

9. THE BROOCHES “Sulu Wildlife Series” Brooches – Material .999 Silver from Tongkil Island and Sulu Mother of Pearl The traditional brooches depict fruits and flowers of Sulu. The pins are worn by both male and female for the “sablay”--- or to hold a shirt closed or to keep a scarf secure. Men wear it on their lapels and women pin it to their head scarves. There are many uses for the pin, so let your imagination go to work.

10. One definition of “sablay” is “a loose piece of clothing, worn by a person, that is simple yet elegant and joined in front by an ornament; and two, the draping object or fabric on the shoulder.” Since the brooch is made of pure silver, it is soft to the touch and needs delicate handling. No two brooches are alike. Brooches in 14/18Kt gold can be custom-made to your specifications, too. Please contact us at WildPearl8@gmail.com for any special orders.

12. $45.00 for two brooches

14. Durian fruit Handcrafted .999Silver Jackfruit Handcrafted .999 Silver

15. Jellyfish Handcrafted .999 Silver Turtle Handcrafted .999 Silver

16. Wild Orchid Handcrafted .999 Silver Wild Orchid Handcrafted .999 Silver

17. Reg $800.00 30% OFF Only one set available! Silver and Cubic Zirconia set: Bracelet, Earrings, Ring, and Pendant. 11-12mm saltwater baroque pearls, high lustre. Beautiful! For dressy or casual wear.

18. Reg $800.00 30% OFF Only one set available! Silver and Cubic Zirconia set: Bracelet, Earrings, Ring, and Pendant. 11-12mm saltwater baroque pearls, high lustre. Beautiful! For dressy or casual wear.

20. $45.00 for two brooches

22. Thank you for your generosity. http://TheOneWorldInstitute.org