New York, N.Y. When my mother passed away in 2001, I was inspired to create Orphans International Worldwide (OIWW) that went on to help vulnerable children in Africa, Asia and the Americas. My father’s death in 2007 provided the impetus to create a foundation embracing arts, education and orphan care with an emphasis on supporting young global […]
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Benjamin Birdies’ First Flight Soars on Gentle Wings
New York, N.Y. Author Michael Dotsikas’s debut children’s picture book, Benjamin Birdie’s First Flight, is a masterfully written, spirited and beautifully illustrated work that educates as it entertains. It takes you on a journey of discovery, determination, and teamwork. Cover of Benjamin Birdie’s First Flight. Image: courtesy of the author. Benjamin Birdie is a precious young bird who thinks […]
Spring into Action this Season with the J. Luce Foundation!
New York, N.Y. Spring 2016 is going to be the most exciting season the J. Luce Foundation has experienced since its inception. There are so many ways that you can get involved and help better humanity! It began in 1998 with Orphans International Worldwide, and was joined in 2008 by the J. Luce Foundation. The Stewardship […]
Jumping for Joy: Happiness Day 2016 at the United Nations
New York, N.Y. Over 700 people from all walks of life assembled in a large conference room in the United Nations headquarters last weekend to celebrate the International Day of Happiness. A U.N. resolution officially proclaimed March 20 as the day to annually recognize the importance of happiness in the lives of people worldwide. Since 2013, events have been […]
U.N. Appoints ‘Angry Birds’ Red for International Day of Happiness
New York, N.Y. The United Nations today appointed Red, the leader of the “Angry Birds” mobile game characters, as an envoy to inspire climate action toward a sustainable and happier future for all. Red’s appointment, as Honorary Ambassador for Green, is part of a UN campaign launched today in partnership with the globally renowned characters […]
Preliminary Program for International Day of Happiness at U.N.
New York, N.Y. Here is the advanced copy of the Programme. See the Facebook page here: International Day of Happiness. RSVP to HappyPeopleHappyPlanet2030@gmail.com. INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS AT THE UNITED NATIONS Sunday, 20 March 2016 The Permanent Missions of the Republic of Palau to the United Nations The Permanent Mission of São Tomé and Príncipe to the […]
Sixteenth Annual Leadership Awards Reception Rocks New York
New York, N.Y. What an absolutely amazing event last week! The breadth of our activities over the last sixteen years blew me away. Our St. John’s University event, featuring our new Funds, Fellows and our upcoming Luce Leadership Experience – Hellas, was even more amazing because of the multitude of people involved in making the […]
