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Intercultural Reception at State Capitol Building
Niagara Foundation and the Host Committee cordially invite you to the 4th Intercultural Friendship Reception at the Michigan State Capitol. The Annual Intercultural Friendship Receptions at the State Capitol provide the opportunity for the diverse ethnic, cultural and religious communities to come together with the elected officials to cultivate friendship, celebrate diversity, ...Celebrating Women As Community Builders Panel-Lansing 2013
Niagara Foundation, Michigan organizes a panel discussion “Celebrating Women as Community Builders; Perspectives from Three Women Leaders” in commemoration of Women’s History Month. In this panel, our panelists will share their opinions with us on the role of the women as community builders, discuss the contributions of the women to the society in different fields and talk about...Abrahamic Dinner Lansing-2013
Theme: Perspectives on AbrahamicTraditions: Stewardship of Wealth, Health and Time Date: January 24, 2013 / 6:30 -9:00 pm Venue: Saint Paul's Episcopal Church- 218 West Ottawa Lansing, MI 48933 Speakers: Dr. Richard Hamlin, Rector at St. Michael’s Lansing and the Dean of Lansing Area Episcopal Churches Dr. Donald Weinshank, Professor Emeritus, Michigan State...Peace & Dialogue Awards 2012
Niagara Foundation publicly recognizes outstanding achievements of those recipients who have distinguished themselves in their profession, time, energy, expertise and service to humanity. The awards are based on a variety of factors, including community service, education, community educational involvement, professional and community honors, business and professional leadership,...Peace and Dialogue Awards 2011
Niagara Foundation publicly recognizes outstanding achievements of those recipients who have distinguished themselves in their profession, time, energy, expertise and service to humanity. The awards are based on a variety of factors, including community service, education, community educational involvement, professional and community honors, business and professional leadership,...Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner 2012-Lansing
Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner 2012 Theme: Global threats to Global Peace: Ignorance, Poverty, and Disunity Speakers Mike Flanagan, Michigan Superintendent of Public Instruction Michail Curro, Executive Director at Interfaith Center for Racial Justice Karen Holcomb-Merrill, Policy Director for the Michigan League of Human Services Date: Thursday, October 4, 2012 Time: 6:30 –...Bios of Nominees for 2012
Community Service and Leadership Award Kim A. Wilcox, Provost, Michigan State University General Motors Foundation Daniel Krichbaum, Ph.D., Director, Michigan Civil Rights Commission Mark Murray, CEO, Meijer Peace Award Dr. Douglas Kindschi, Director, Kaufman Interfaith Institute Rev. Mikhail T. Curro, Executive Director, Interfaith Center for Racial Justice Michigan Roundtable...Peace and Dialogue Awards 2012
Bios of Nominees for...Fourth Intercultural Reception at State Capitol
4th Intercultural Friendship Reception WHAT: 4th Intercultural Friendship Reception (** A complimentary Mediterranean lunch will be served **) WHO: Our elected leaders and ethnic, cultural and religious community representatives. WHEN: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: Michigan State Capitol Building, 4th floor Lobby Area and Rooms 402/403 WHY: To...Heroes of Peace Lecture Series – Michigan State University
Program Date: March 20, 2012/ 5:00-6:30 pm Venue: Room 303 International Center, Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824 Speakers: Martin Luther King by Pastor Melvin Jones, Union Missionary Baptist Church Fethullah Gulen by Fatih Celiker, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Wayne State University Mahatma Gandhi by Sean Pue, Assistant Professor of Hindi Language...Celebrating Women as Community Builders; Perspectives from Three Women Leaders
Niagara Foundation, Michigan organizes a panel discussion “Celebrating Women as Community Builders; Perspectives from Three Women Leaders" in commemoration of Women’s History Month. In this panel, our panelists will share their opinions with us on the role of the women as community builders, discuss the contributions of the women to the society in different fields and talk about...Abrahamic Dinner Lansing-2012
Theme: “Perspectives on Abrahamic Traditions: Altruism and Compassion during Times of Hardship” Lansing Date: January 12, 2012 / 6:30 -9:00 pm Venue: St. Mary Cathedral Parish at 219 Seymour Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 Speakers Most Rev. Earl Boyea, Fifth Bishop of Lansing Imam Achmat Salie, University of Detroit-Mercy Rabbi Amy Bigman, Congregation Shaarey...Niagara Luncheon Forum – Stephen J. Markman, Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court
Niagara Luncheon Forums Speaker: Stephen J. Markman, Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court Theme: The Debate over the Rule of Law Date: Tuesday, November 29th, 12-1 pm Venue: Room 303 International Center, Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824 Food: Light lunch will be served Admission: Free RSVP is required as seating capacity is limited. Please kindly RSVP by November...Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner 2011 – Lansing
Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner 2011 Theme “Leadership and Social Responsibility” Speakers Kim A. Wilcox, Provost, Michigan State University Bob Thomas, Executive Director, Michigan Chamber Foundation Date: Thursday, October 13, 2011 Time: 6:30 – 9:00 pm Venue: Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center Room Big 10 C 55 South Harrison Road East Lansing, MI...Senior House Visit
During Christmas break, members of Niagara Foundation in Ann Arbor visited American House Senior Living in Ypsilanti. They offered roses to the residents for Christmas celebration, which is very well received. We thank all of the residents and the staff of the American House Senior Living for friendly conversation and a great...Food Sales for Disaster Victims
Our members and friends from Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Mt. Pleasant, Kalamazoo.. even from Canada prepare and bring the food that we sell in these bake sales. Food Sale for Tsunami Victims-Indonesia (April 2005) Food Sale for Hurricane Katrina Victims-USA (October 2005) Food Sale for Earthquake Victims-Pakistan (January 2006) Food Sale for Earthquake Victims in China...Lansing’s Diversity Day
Niagara Foundation-Michigan had an exhibit table at Lansing's 4th Annual Diversity Day on April 18, 2009 at Don Johnson Field House at Eastern High School. We were able to share our activities with the community. Diversity Day 2009 offered a great entertainment lineup, interesting and lively community exhibit tables, delicious food and hands-on activities for youth. Mayor Virg Bernero stopped...3rd Intercultural Reception at State Capitol
Niagara Foundation and the Host Committee organized the 3rd Intercultural Friendship Reception at the Michigan State Capitol. The Annual Intercultural Friendship Receptions at the State Capitol provide the opportunity for the diverse ethnic, cultural and religious communities to come together with the elected officials to cultivate friendship, celebrate diversity, strengthen dialog and deepen...Sharing of Noah’s Pudding at People’s Church
Observing a Middle Eastern tradition that celebrates the landing of Noah’s Ark, we organize a series of events that consist of preparation, distribution and promotion of a dessert called Noah’s Pudding. Most recently, our volunteers were the guests of the People's Church in East Lansing on Feb.20, 2011. After a brief presentation by our volunteers, the puddings were...Noah’s Pudding Sharing-Saint Paul Episcopal Church
Observing a Middle Eastern tradition that celebrates the landing of Noah’s Ark, we organize a series of events that consist of preparation, distribution and promotion of a dessert called Noah’s Pudding. Most recently, our volunteers were the guests of the Saint Paul Episcopal Church on Feb.27, 2011. After a brief presentation by our volunteers, the puddings were...Panel Discussion: “Celebrating Women as Community Builders”
Niagara Foundation organized a panel discussion “Celebrating Women as Community Builders" in commemoration of Women’s History Month. In this panel, our panelists shared their opinions with us on the role of the women as community builders, discuss the contributions of the women to society in different fields and talk about the challenges that they encounter. They also shared their views...Peace and Dialogue Awards 2011
Niagara Foundation annually awards individuals and organizations who have contributed their time, energy, leadership, and dedication to the cause of dialogue, peace, mutual understanding, and community service. The awards will be presented at a special awards ceremony. Nominations for 2011 All individuals/organizations who reside in Michigan and who contributed significantly to the cause of...Annual Dinner of Abrahamic Traditions 2011-Lansing
The Annual Dinner of Abrahamic Traditions Theme : Strengthening Family Life Today: Resources and Wisdoms within the Abrahamic Traditions Date : Thursday, January 20, 2011 Time : 6:30 to 9:00 pm Venue : Hannah Community Center, Banquet Hall 819 Abbot Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 Keynote Speakers: Prof. Robert Anderson Michigan State University Prof. Saeed A....Noah’s Pudding Sharing at Pilgrim Congregational UCC
Observing a Middle Eastern tradition that celebrates the landing of Noah’s Ark, we organize a series of events that consist of preparation, distribution and promotion of a dessert called Noah’s Pudding. Most recently, our volunteers were the guests of the Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ on Jan. 31, 2010. After a brief presentation by our volunteers, the puddings were...Noah’s Pudding Sharing at St.Paul’s Episcopal Church
Observing a Middle Eastern tradition that celebrates the landing of Noah’s Ark, we organize a series of events that consist of preparation, distribution and promotion of a dessert called Noah’s Pudding. Most recently, our volunteers were the guests of the St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Jan. 11, 2009. After a brief speech by Mr. Yasir Bilgin, the Director of Niagara Foundation-Michigan,...Interfaith Forum at University United Methodist Church
A nine week long Christian/Muslim Dialog Forum series have been held at the University United Methodist Church (UUMC). The series covered variety of topics including the concept of God, Quran and Bible, Prayer and Worship, Jesus, and Religion and Values of Democracy. The meetings are moderated by Darold Boyd from UUMC. At each meeting, one presenter from both faith traditions gave a presentation...Interfaith Forum: Hospitality in Abrahamic Traditions
The first Interfaith Forum is held on March 15, 2009 at the Haslett Community Church. The theme of the forum was "Hospitality in Abrahamic Traditions". Yasir Bilgin, Niagara Foundation-Michigan's Executive Director, David Wiener, member of Kehillat Israel, and Rev. Kurt Kirchoff, pastor of Haslett Community Church were the panelists for this interfaith forum. Panelists talked about how...Dialog & Friendship Dinner 2009
Niagara Foundation-Michigan (NF) hosted its 7th Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner in Eagle Eye Golf Club on September 17, 2009, in East Lansing, MI. More than 150 distinguished guests attended the event. After the dinner several speakers, including Justice Stephen Markman, Senator Gretchen Whitmer, and Emeritus Prof. Donald Williams shared their thoughts on the theme of the...Dialog & Friendship Dinner 2008
Niagara Foundation-Michigan (NF) hosted its Annual Dialog and Friendship Dinner in Eagle Eye Golf Club on September 21, 2008, in East Lansing, MI. More than 200 distinguished guests attended the event. After the dinner several speakers, including Chief Justice Marilyn Kelly, Rep. Rick Jones, Cooley Law School President Don LeDuc, MSU Assoc. Provost Hiram Fitzgerald, East...Dialog & Friendship Dinner 2010-Lansing
Lansing Dialog Dinner Theme "The Art of Living Together" Date October 26 2010 Tuesday Venue "Okemos Coneference Center 2187 University Park Drive Okemos, MI 48864-3975" Keynote Speakers "Ms. Granberry Russell The Senior Advisor for Diversity to the President of Michigan State University and Director of the Office for Inclusion and Intercultural...Online RSVP
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