In a world often focused on challenges, John Lee Cronin stands as a beacon of positivity and perseverance. Born with Down syndrome, John has turned his passion for colorful socks into a thriving business. It not only spreads happiness but also champions inclusivity and employment for people with differing abilities. A Dream in the Making […]
International Youth Day (August 12) Every August 12, the world turns up the volume on youth power. International Youth Day isn’t just a date on the calendar – it’s a global salute to the passion, creativity, and unstoppable drive that young people bring to our communities. Since the United Nations launched it in 1999, this […]
July 18 honors Mandela’s legacy of justice, unity, and service to humanity. Each year on July 18, the world pauses to honor one of the most inspiring figures of the 20th century: Nelson Mandela. He was a tireless freedom fighter, unifier, and global symbol of peace. Known for leading the struggle against South Africa’s apartheid […]
“Small, consistent steps can lead to extraordinary change. It’s not about perfection – it’s about pushing through, even when the process feels hard.”
MINA GULI
Following the death of her husband, veterinarian Victoria Kisyombe had no assets – just a cow. She was denied access to credit because she had no land or resources to use as collateral. So, she used the cow to generate income by selling milk and later bartering it for other necessities. This experience led her […]
Redefining Retirement: A Journey from Rest to Running When most people retire, they dream of slowing down: long lunches, quiet mornings, maybe some travel or time with family. But Charles Eugster (1919-2017) had something else in mind. The British dentist didn’t ease into retirement. He continued to stay active by publishing dental bulletins into his […]
The Lewis Pugh Foundation is making waves – literally. Having helped secure protection for over 3.5 million km² of ocean, the Foundation and its founder are a driving force behind some of the planet’s most ambitious marine conservation efforts. But their vision doesn’t stop at the shoreline. Understanding that healthy oceans begin with healthy rivers, […]
“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
Steve Jobs
Ever heard of Sarah Weddington? If you followed the news in the United States in 1973 or know a bit about the landmark legal case in the US that effectively legalized abortion nationwide, you might recognize her name. To appreciate Sarah Weddington’s important influence, it’s necessary to understand the era in which she first drew […]
Young people do many things to gain attention or to pursue their dreams, and Dr. James Barry was no different… or was he? James Miranda Barry, Irish doctor James Barry was born around 1789 in Cork, Ireland. After his father accrued debts and was sent to a debtors’ prison in Dublin, the precocious teenager reached […]
